Joshua Wilde
Craig,CO
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Taxidermist
WildeCard Taxidermy
Craig, CO
03.2021 - 02.2024
- Consulted with clients about their ideas for preserving animals through taxidermy projects.
- Sculpted ears, noses and lips from waxes or plastisol for larger mammals.
- Removed animal skin, feathers, and other outer layers using scalpels and knives.
- Developed realistic habitats with rocks, wood carvings and replicas of plants for display purposes.
- Mounted fish on driftwood boards according to customers' preferences.
- Cut, trimmed and sewed pieces of fabric or leather to cover mannequin forms.
- Created molds to replicate exact body positions for certain species of birds.
- Attached eyes and beaks with glue in order to complete the mount's appearance.
- Applied clay-like substances to create facial features on mannequins.
Equipment Operator
Camblin Inc
Craig, CO
04.2019 - 01.2021
- Operated a variety of heavy equipment such as backhoes, bulldozers and cranes to move earth and materials.
- Used equipment to complete jobs quickly and correctly.
- Communicated effectively with team members regarding status updates on jobsite activities.
- Performed preventative maintenance on equipment, including greasing, oiling, servicing engines and changing filters.
- Transported material from one location to another using dump trucks and other vehicles.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with excavated material for transport to designated areas.
- Followed established procedures for safely operating machinery while adhering to company policies at all times.
- Operated machinery on job sites to reduce accidents or injury.
- Checked equipment for defects before and after shift and submitted report indicating equipment condition.
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
- Performed grading of site land and smoothed surfaces as part of projects or finish work.
- Performed routine cleaning tasks on assigned equipment before returning it back into service.
Fence Builder
4 strand fencing
Craig, CO
04.2015 - 09.2018
- Inspected existing fences for damage or decay and recommended appropriate repairs or replacements.
- Ensured compliance with local building codes when constructing new fencing structures.
- Tested completed fences for structural integrity before handing over the project to customers.
- Measured property boundaries to determine the number of fence posts needed for each job.
- Applied weather-resistant sealant to finished fences to protect them from rot and water damage.
- Built custom gates from scratch based on customer needs and preferences.
- Assisted in loading and unloading trucks with supplies needed for each job site.
- Organized job sites and ensured that all equipment was properly stored after completion of work day.
- Mixed cement and poured concrete footings for fence posts when necessary.
- Attached fencing materials securely with nails and screws following safety guidelines.
- Provided advice on proper care of completed fences in order to ensure longevity.
- Installed wood fence posts, panels, and gates using a variety of tools including post hole diggers, saws, hammers, drills and screwdrivers.
- Followed blueprints or other drawings provided by customers for more complex projects requiring precise measurements.
- Removed old fencing material prior to installation of new structures using shovels, crowbars, sledgehammers.
- Cut lumber to specified sizes with hand and power saws to build fences according to customer specifications.
- Performed general clean up duties around the job site upon completion of project.
- Planned and laid out work according to prepared sketches and blueprints.
- Completed work in different weather conditions and on diverse ground types.
- Constructed metal, chain link and wooden fences and borders.
Restaurant Waiter
3 forks ranch
Savery, WY
01.2012 - 04.2014
- Provided excellent customer service by anticipating guest needs, responding promptly and acknowledging all guests, however busy and whatever time of day.
- Performed opening and closing duties such as setting up the dining area, restocking supplies and checking equipment for proper functioning at the start of shifts.
- Maintained cleanliness throughout the dining area during shift; wiped down tables after each seating period.
- Resolved customer complaints in a polite manner according to company policy.
- Checked on guests during meals to ensure satisfaction with each course.
- Supported other wait staff members when needed during peak times; assisted with taking orders from large groups.
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
- Delivered food to tables in a timely manner while ensuring correct temperatures were maintained.
- Greeted customers, answered questions and recommended specials to increase profits.
- Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
- Communicated with hosts, bussers and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
- Cleared dishes between courses, refilled drinks as necessary and served any requested condiments or accompaniments.
- Replenished stocks of napkins, silverware and other dining room supplies as needed.
- Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and offering condiments, napkins and other items.
- Complied with all health department regulations regarding food handling, storage and sanitation standards.
- Maintained knowledge of menu items, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.
Education
Taxidermy - Lifesize, half size, fish, bird, habitat
Montana School of Taxidermy
Helena, MT01-2020
High School Diploma -
Moffat County High School
Craig, CO03-2010
Skills
- Hand-Eye Coordination
- Artistic Ability
- Research Capabilities
- Tool Maintenance
- Chemical Handling
- Event Planning and Promotion
- Creative Collaboration
- Team Collaboration
- Superb Attention to Detail
- Problem-Solving Abilities
- Multitasking
- Continuous Improvement
- Self Motivation
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Adaptability
- Paperwork Processing
- Inventory Coordination
- Effective Communication
- Decision-Making
- Social Media Management
Timeline
Taxidermist
WildeCard Taxidermy
03.2021 - 02.2024
Equipment Operator
Camblin Inc
04.2019 - 01.2021
Fence Builder
4 strand fencing
04.2015 - 09.2018
Restaurant Waiter
3 forks ranch
01.2012 - 04.2014
Taxidermy - Lifesize, half size, fish, bird, habitat
Montana School of Taxidermy
High School Diploma -
Moffat County High School