Kevin Gwinn
Chariton,IA
Summary
Highly motivated professional with several years of entrepreneurial and management experience. Skillfully creates and maintains professional and loyal relationships with co-workers, staff and clients while managing administrative and sales employees. Comfortable working independently as manager and leader and as collaborative team member. Applies business acumen and experience and exercises decisive judgment to meet and exceed organizational goals.
Seasoned small business owner with several years of experience in operations management, business strategy and financial management. Demonstrated success in capitalizing on new trends and technologies to drive business development initiatives and achieve sales goals. Dynamic Site Supervisor with extensive experience in project management and equipment maintenance. Skilled in troubleshooting and conflict resolution, contributing to on-time project completion and client satisfaction. Committed to fostering a safe work environment and enhancing team performance.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner /Site Supervisor
Let's Roll Contracting
Des Moines, Iowa
05.2016 - Current
- Managed daily operations and scheduling for construction projects.
- Supervised a team of contractors and subcontractors on-site.
- Coordinated project logistics, including materials and equipment procurement.
- Implemented safety protocols to ensure compliance with industry standards.
- Trained new employees in operational procedures and safety practices.
- Resolved client issues promptly to maintain satisfaction and trust.
- Managed project timelines and coordinated with subcontractors for efficient operations.
- Conducted site visits to assess project progress and address any issues.
- Established safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment for staff.
- Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
- Provided direction and guidance to employees.
- Oversaw project execution, phase progress, workmanship, and team performance to drive on-time completion of deliverables.
Millwright
Carpenters Local #106
Altoona, Iowa
04.2002 - 09.2025
- Installed and maintained machinery in commercial and residential buildings.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and performed necessary repairs efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely project completion.
- Operated hand tools and power tools safely during maintenance tasks.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for installation projects.
- Conducted preventative maintenance on equipment to enhance reliability.
- Adhered to safety regulations while performing high-risk tasks on-site.
- Aligned motors, pumps, gearboxes, conveyors and other mechanical systems.
- Repaired broken or worn parts by welding, grinding, machining or fabricating replacement parts as needed.
- Maintained clean and environmentally safe work area.
- Installed new equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
- Fabricated spare parts from raw materials such as steel bars or plates.
- Used and maintained shop equipment to prevent downtime and reduce safety hazards.
- Ensured safety regulations were followed while performing tasks.
- Completed routine preventive maintenance on heavy equipment, minimizing machinery downtime.
- Assembled industrial machines using appropriate tools and techniques.
- Adjusted machine settings to optimize performance and reduce downtime.
- Removed old equipment from facilities in an efficient manner.
- Signaled crane operator to lower basic assembly units to bedplate and aligned unit to centerline.
- Moved heavy machinery and equipment using hoists, dollies, rollers, and trucks.
- Dismantled machines, categorized parts by carefully documenting components and moved equipment into storage.
- Installed and maintained machinery and equipment for various construction projects.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify and resolve mechanical issues efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure safe work practices on job sites.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment failures and implementing repairs promptly.
- Followed blueprints and technical drawings to assemble machinery components accurately.
Welder/Pipefitter
TIC The Industrial Company
Aurora, OR
- Operated welding equipment to join metal components securely.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine specifications and dimensions.
- Maintained a safe and clean work environment consistently.
- Inspected welds for quality and adherence to safety standards.
- Utilized various welding techniques for different metal types and thicknesses.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Used welding skills to help repair and maintain heavy-duty machinery.
- Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
- Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges, squares and calipers.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate assembly.
- Adhered to safety protocols while working in high-risk environments.
- Reviewed blueprints and building codes to determine details and procedures for work.
- Filled piping systems with water and air to test for leaks.
- Using blueprints, laid out scale drawings of pipe systems and supports.
- Performed rigging and forklift operations to maneuver parts and machinery.
- Cut or threaded pipes to blueprint or drawing specifications.
- Fabricated and positioned screw pipe, socket weld pipe, and stainless steel tubing.
- Collaborate with other tradespeople such as electricians or plumbers when necessary.
Millwright/Supervisory Specialist
Knickerbocker Construction
Norwalk, Iowa
- Assembled and installed machinery components for construction projects.
- Conducted regular maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot operational issues effectively.
- Troubleshot equipment malfunctions and performed necessary repairs promptly.
- Implemented strategies to take advantage of new opportunities.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Completed corrective and predictive maintenance on industrial machinery to replace worn parts and prevent breakages.
- Used rigging, hoists and equipment to move heavy machinery between locations and complete installations.
- Dismantled machines, categorized parts by carefully documenting components and moved equipment into storage.
- Removed old equipment from facilities in an efficient manner.
- Read diagrams and schematic drawings to determine work procedures.
- Ensured safety regulations were followed while performing tasks.
- Assembled and installed mechanical systems in commercial construction projects.
Education
Chariton High School
Chariton, IAMarshalltown Community College
Marshalltown , Ia.Some College (No Degree) - Shipping & Logistics
DMACC
Newton, IASome College (No Degree) - Forklift Operator
DMACC
Newton, IASome College (No Degree) - Aerial Lift Traning And Osha Hazmat Training
Field Traning
Des Moines, IASkills
- Project management
Equipment maintenance
Blueprints interpretation Safety compliance
- Preventative maintenance
- Logistics coordination
- Performance assessment
- Conflict resolution
- Client relationship management
- Small business operations
- Blueprint interpretation
- Machinery installation
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Problem resolution
- Troubleshooting strength
- Preventive Maintenance
- Power and hand tool use
- Journey-level background
- Building maintenance
- Industrial equipment
- Plumbing repair
- Equipment installation
- Safety awareness
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Parts replacement
- Conveyor systems
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Mechanical aptitude
- Equipment Repair
Timeline
Owner /Site Supervisor
Let's Roll Contracting
05.2016 - Current
Millwright
Carpenters Local #106
04.2002 - 09.2025
Welder/Pipefitter
TIC The Industrial Company
Millwright/Supervisory Specialist
Knickerbocker Construction
Chariton High School
Marshalltown Community College
Some College (No Degree) - Shipping & Logistics
DMACC
Some College (No Degree) - Forklift Operator
DMACC
Some College (No Degree) - Aerial Lift Traning And Osha Hazmat Training
Field Traning