Kenneth Gillespie
Eureka,CA
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level cabinet position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Equipment Repair Technician
USMC
Twentynine Palms, CA
07.2024 - 03.2025
- Enhanced equipment functionality by performing routine maintenance and repairs on various tools and machinery.
- Served as a valuable resource for colleagues seeking guidance on best practices for equipment troubleshooting and repair techniques.
- Streamlined inventory management by maintaining accurate records of spare parts usage and proactively ordering necessary supplies.
Custom Cabinets
Technique Design
Yucca Valley, CA
10.2023 - 07.2024
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Cabinet Installer
John Davenport Cabinetry
Yucca Valley, CA
11.2021 - 09.2023
- I built and installed custom cabinets from scratch
- Paint and custom finished carpentry work
- Ensured optimal functionality of installed cabinets by meticulously adjusting doors, drawers, and hardware as needed.
Receiver
Tractor Supply
Yucca Valley, CA
08.2017 - 10.2021
- I was responsible for receiving all inventory in the store, Including packages, and delivery trucks
- I received some hazmat training and operated the forklift for staging, unloading, and large loadout
- Maintained a clean and organized receiving area, enhancing workflow and productivity.
- Manager role and sales at times when needed
Cabinet Maker
B&L Cabinets
Baldwin Park, CA
05.2010 - 07.2017
- countertops with both solid surface and laminate
- wood flooring and some construction work
- Installation understanding
- Read and interpreted design plans to understand project specifications.
- Installed hardware such as drawer pulls, hinges, and handles.
Cabinet Maker
Dave Rhodes Construction
Tehachapi, CA
08.2003 - 04.2010
- Built / installed custom cabinets mostly framed and installed windows
- Installed hardware such as drawer pulls, hinges, and handles.
- Read and interpreted design plans to understand project specifications.
- Measured and cut materials to specified dimensions to achieve precise fit.
Corporal
United States Marine Corp Oceanside
07.1999 - 07.2003
- I was a Combat Engineer
- There were two sides to my M.O.S light construction/Cabinetry and Combat specializing with explosive ordinances I did both
- I was also a fire team leader
Education
Diploma -
Tehachapi High
Tehachapi, CA01.1998
Skills
- Cabinetry
- Finish Work
- Wood Flooring
- Forklift
- Hazmat
- Sales
- Equipment Repair
Timeline
Equipment Repair Technician
USMC
07.2024 - 03.2025
Custom Cabinets
Technique Design
10.2023 - 07.2024
Cabinet Installer
John Davenport Cabinetry
11.2021 - 09.2023
Receiver
Tractor Supply
08.2017 - 10.2021
Cabinet Maker
B&L Cabinets
05.2010 - 07.2017
Cabinet Maker
Dave Rhodes Construction
08.2003 - 04.2010
Corporal
United States Marine Corp Oceanside
07.1999 - 07.2003
Diploma -
Tehachapi High