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Kayla Nelson

Cedar Rapids

Summary

Dedicated laborer with 9 years of experience in diverse roles. Skilled in completing physically demanding tasks and supporting team efforts in various environments. Knowledgeable in equipment operation and supply organization. Ready to contribute to a fast-paced team and tackle new challenges.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

Leak Repair Technician

TEAM Inc
Newport
07.2025 - Current
  • Detect, locate, and evaluate leaks on industrial systems at client job sites
  • Perform leak repairs using drill and tap, wire and band, and clamp/enclosure installation
  • Diagnosed equipment malfunctions using industry-standard tools and techniques.
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline repair processes, minimizing downtime and enhancing operational efficiency.
  • Maintained detailed records of repairs and parts inventory, ensuring compliance with industry standards and facilitating effective resource management.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies, safety regulations, and industry standards while performing repairs.
  • Inspect components and determine repair methods
  • Recorded and reported detailed measurements of completed repair activities
  • Follow strict safety procedures and PPE requirements
  • Communicated effectively with supervisors, engineers, and clients to ensure clarity on repair status and project requirements.
  • Facilitated setup and cleanup processes for efficient field operation management
  • Adjusted quickly to various travel and work environments as needed

Hydrant and Valve Grade 1

Waterous Company
Woodbury
09.2019 - 03.2025
  • Safety rep - Attended meetings, conducted inspections to ensure compliance, filed detailed reports
  • Assembly line - Built and tested water gate valves of various sizes to meet quality standards
  • Operated CNC lathe to machine hydrant and valve parts.
  • Worked with others on the hydrant line assembling various portions of each hydrant and tested finished product
  • Trucking - Operated forklifts to efficiently move inventory to workstations and organize parts throughout plant
  • Paint Room - Hung parts on conveyor lines and operated paint system spray booths
  • Paint Booth - Hand painted mid-ship pumps and small pumps and parts

Laborer

Green Country Services
Cottage Grove
06.2017 - 08.2019
  • Operated Bobcat and Cat machines to safely move dirt and debris materials.
  • Handled skid steer and construction tools and machinery to effectively complete restoration of job site.
  • Operated and maintained machinery to support team productivity and ensure safe working conditions.
  • Collaborated with team to ensure safe, efficient work and meet project timelines.
  • Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
  • Efficiently prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools.
  • Gathered and disposed of work site debris to remove safety hazards and boost team productivity.
  • Organized materials, tools, and equipment to streamline workflow for team members.
  • Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
  • Determined materials needed for daily shift and loaded vehicles with equipment and supplies.
  • Read and understood orders to accurately measure, cut and lay out needed materials.
  • Updated logs and reported on job progress.

Crew Member

O'reilly Auto Parts
Cottage Grove
01.2017 - 05.2017
  • Customer Service at the counter and over the phone.
  • Communicated with team members to navigate job duties and complete daily tasks efficiently.
  • Collaborated with team members to enhance workflow and support operational goals.
  • Fulfilled orders for parts, ensuring timely support for inventory management.
  • Sorted and organized incoming shipments in the warehouse.
  • Restocked parts on shelves in the inventory area.

Education

GED -

Tilden community center
Hastings, MN

Skills

  • Preventive and reparative maintenance
  • Hand and power tool operation
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Loading and unloading proficiency
  • Fleet truck maintenance
  • Small engine equipment maintenance
  • Forklift certification
  • Carrying heavy loads
  • Ditch digging
  • Safety representative
  • Snow removal
  • Landscaping
  • In-field customer service
  • Entry-level CNC lathe operation
  • Assembly line
  • Paint booth operation
  • Inventory management
  • Mechanical aptitude
  • Problem solving

Timeline

Leak Repair Technician

TEAM Inc
07.2025 - Current

Hydrant and Valve Grade 1

Waterous Company
09.2019 - 03.2025

Laborer

Green Country Services
06.2017 - 08.2019

Crew Member

O'reilly Auto Parts
01.2017 - 05.2017

GED -

Tilden community center
Kayla Nelson