Michael Sole
Cleveland,OH
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Contractor
Self Employed
Parma, OH
06.2017 - Current
- Evaluated existing structures for repair or replacement options.
- Developed innovative solutions to challenging construction problems.
- Performed various carpentry tasks such as constructing walls, installing doors, windows and siding.
- Repaired damaged structures with appropriate materials including wood and metal components.
- Installed cabinets, fixtures and trim according to plans and blueprints.
- Installed interior trim work such as baseboards and moldings around windows and doors.
- Performed various carpentry duties, including both rough and finish carpentry.
- Performed electrical installations, maintenance and repairs of electrical systems, wiring, fixtures and components.
- Painted walls and other surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods and worked efficiently to complete jobs within required timeframes.
- Applied paints, sealers and solvents to plaster, sheetrock, concrete and wood.
Fabricator
Design Sign Inc.
Parma, Ohioi
03.2008 - 06.2017
- Cut materials such as steel plates, tubes, bars, angles, channels using hand tools and power saws.
- Set up jigs, fixtures or other holding devices according to blueprint specifications.
- Used oxy-acetylene torches to cut, bend or straighten metal objects as required.
- Assisted in the design process by providing technical advice regarding fabrication techniques.
- Operated welding machines to fabricate and assemble metal components.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine job requirements including dimensions and tolerances.
- Performed electrical installations, maintenance and repairs of electrical systems, wiring, fixtures and components.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
- Installed cables, conductors and wire trays and completed necessary hook-ups for primary power lines.
- Prepared surfaces for powder coating by sandblasting, degreasing and cleaning with solvents.
- Applied powder coatings to various metal components using an electrostatic spray gun.
- Applied primers, sealers and undercoats using spray guns or other application techniques.
- Selected appropriate types of paint based on customer specifications or manufacturer recommendations.
Fabricator
Brilliant Electric Sign
Cleveland, Ohio
09.2005 - 02.2008
- Cut materials such as steel plates, tubes, bars, angles, channels using hand tools and power saws.
- Fabricated custom parts from raw materials using manual machining equipment.
- Set up jigs, fixtures or other holding devices according to blueprint specifications.
- Used oxy-acetylene torches to cut, bend or straighten metal objects as required.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Fabricated custom metal components based on client needs.
- Operated forklifts to move large components around the shop floor.
- Performed MIG welding on a variety of metals, including steel, stainless steel and aluminum.
- Set up and operate fabricating machines such as shears, brakes, rolls, presses, saws, drills, and grinders to cut, bend, form or shape metal parts.
- Install hardware on fabricated items such as hinges, handles or brackets using hand tools.
- Performed Stick welding on structural steel components in accordance with prescribed methods and standards.
- Installed fixtures, brackets, and other components according to blueprints or specifications.
- Performed electrical installations, maintenance and repairs of electrical systems, wiring, fixtures and components.
Masonry Laborer
J.R. Masonry LLC.
North Ridgeville, Ohio
11.2001 - 07.2004
- Covered finished masonry structures with protective coatings such as paint or sealant.
- Mixed and poured cement to lay brick, block, and stone walls.
- Assisted other tradespeople onsite including electricians and plumbers when needed.
- Laid out masonry projects according to blueprints or drawings provided by contractors.
- Built wood forms for pouring concrete foundation footings and walls.
- Erected scaffolding around the work area for support during construction.
- Repaired existing masonry structures by replacing damaged bricks or blocks.
- Installed manufactured stone veneer products on interior or exterior walls.
- Installed lintels above doors or windows to provide structural support.
- Prepared work sites for jobs and kept areas clean and organized.
- Operated overhead lifts to move heavy and bulky work materials.
- Laid building materials such as ceramic tile, bricks, concrete blocks and glass blocks using mortar or other substances to join.
General Laborer
Design Sign Inc.
Parma, Ohio
09.1996 - 08.2001
- Assisted electricians with running wires through conduit systems during installation.
- Operated hand tools and power tools to complete construction projects.
- Assisted tradespeople with tasks such as measuring, cutting, and preparing materials.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks for delivery to job sites.
- Cleaned up job sites after completion of projects.
- Prepared surfaces by sanding or scraping off old finishes prior to refinishing them.
- Built jigs and fixtures to assist in the production of parts.
- Measured, cut and shaped wood materials to specifications using hand tools, such as saws and chisels.
- Assisted in the installation of metal framing systems for commercial construction projects.
General Laborer
Barrow Sign Company
Cleveland, Ohio
07.1995 - 07.1996
- Moved heavy objects using dollies, carts, hoists, or other manual labor techniques.
- Operated hand tools and power tools to complete construction projects.
- Assisted tradespeople with tasks such as measuring, cutting, and preparing materials.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks for delivery to job sites.
- Cleaned tools, equipment, and work areas in order to maintain a safe and organized workspace.
- Worked with team members to ensure efficient workflow throughout the day.
- Organized tools, supplies, and equipment needed for specific jobs according to instructions provided by supervisor.
- Assisted with basic maintenance tasks such as sweeping, mopping, painting, and cleaning.
Education
High School Diploma -
Normandy High School
Parma, Ohio05-1995
Skills
- Carpentry
- Welding and electrical knowledge
- Gas Metal Arc Welding
- Shielded Metal Arc Welding
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Commercial Painting
- Finish Carpentry
Timeline
Contractor
Self Employed
06.2017 - Current
Fabricator
Design Sign Inc.
03.2008 - 06.2017
Fabricator
Brilliant Electric Sign
09.2005 - 02.2008
Masonry Laborer
J.R. Masonry LLC.
11.2001 - 07.2004
General Laborer
Design Sign Inc.
09.1996 - 08.2001
General Laborer
Barrow Sign Company
07.1995 - 07.1996
High School Diploma -
Normandy High School