Kyle Pridgen
Columbus,Georgia
Summary
Driven task-oriented leader with knowledge and skills in heavy equipment operations, welding fabrication, forklifting, craning, and communication. Well-versed in standard procedures, policies and regulations with attention to detail. Flexible with focus and commitment to safety.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
The Michaels Organizatoin
09.2022 - 02.2023
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
Heavy Equipment Operator
US Army
01.2022 - 10.2022
- Operated range of approximately 10 different sets of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated machining equipment safely with two teams of eight operators.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of heavy equipment.
Horizontal Construction Engineer
US Army
11.2020 - 11.2021
- Collaborated with project stakeholders and interacted with officials to respond to inquiries and resolve problems.
- Conducted in-depth research to develop recommendations for approaches, concepts, materials or equipment.
- Created project schedules and job scopes to coordinate activities.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Welding Fabricator
US Army
10.2019 - 11.2020
- Made steel form parts using various cutting equipment and welded part together per specifications.
- Displayed exceptional welding techniques fo Specialized Deliberate Breaching Course fabrication team; produced 18 steel targets for the culminating event
- Fabricated steel molds for concrete using hand and power tools, welding operations and lifting equipment.
- Mastered the operation of two fork lifts and one skid steer to support SDBC; established effective methods to manage the $3,000,000 worth of equipment
Brigade Operations Officer
US Army
09.2018 - 11.2019
- Oversaw teams of four planning, implementing and realigning field and base operational strategies.
- Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
- Inspected two battalions on non-tactical vehicles during ICI; imparted valuable guidance assisting the units to achieve fully trained status.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
Education
No Degree - Welding Fabrication
Columbus Technical College
Columbus, GA12.2024
No Degree - Organizational Leadership
Advanced Leaders Cours
Fort Leonard Wood, MO06.2019
High School Diploma -
Willaim Henry Spencer High School
Columbus, GA05.2014
Skills
- Construction Work Understanding
- Advanced Communication Skills
- Parts and Components Fabrication
- Power Tools Operations
- Leadership Strengths
- Preventive Maintenance
- Building Maintenance
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- OSHA
- Welding Certifications
- Mig and Tig Welding
- Stick Welding
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
The Michaels Organizatoin
09.2022 - 02.2023
Heavy Equipment Operator
US Army
01.2022 - 10.2022
Horizontal Construction Engineer
US Army
11.2020 - 11.2021
Welding Fabricator
US Army
10.2019 - 11.2020
Brigade Operations Officer
US Army
09.2018 - 11.2019
No Degree - Welding Fabrication
Columbus Technical College
No Degree - Organizational Leadership
Advanced Leaders Cours
High School Diploma -
Willaim Henry Spencer High School
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