Mickie Joel Torrence
Buffalo,New York
Summary
My career objective is to secure a challenging position in any field where I can apply my skills of expertise to drive sustainable solutions in whatever field of employment l am in. With a passion for growth opportunity for new technology and a background in renewable systems, I aim to contribute to projects that benefits the company. l, welcome change and promote a more sustainable future for the company.
Multiskilled professional, hybrid professional, or creative generalist.
Overview
54
54
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Seasonal Worker
UPS
Buffalo, New York
11.2020 - 01.2021
- As A Sorter, sort packages on a conveyor belt (5Lbs to 100lbs) to be scanned for proper destinations.
- Also, Sweep The Isles. As A Sweeper, Walked back and forth in isles for fallen package to be placed back on the conveyor proper destinations.
Sandblaster/Metal Fabrication
Buffalo Manufacturing
Buffalo, New York
01.2015 - 01.2018
- As a Sandblaster/Metal Fabrication
- Sandblast customer's parts with a abrasive medias. Such as Aluminum Oxide, Glass Beads, Sodium Bicarbonate (Soda), Walnut Shell, Micron to Grit Size Conversion Chart, Sandblasting Applications.
- Arts/Crafts, Automotive, Ceramics, Electronics, Glass/Glass Industry, Laboratory, Machine Shops, Manufacturing, Medical/Dental, metal Working, Museums, Plastics/Plastics Industry.
- Using 6 types of Sandblasting Nozzles. By their satisfactions by calibrating, testing, measuring and cutting.
Student/Laborer
Economic Development Group
Buffalo, New York
01.1986 - 05.2007
- Hands On Studies/laborer: Economic Development Group (Associated with JOBS Buffalo Niagara JOBS Initiative)
- Carpentry, Study specification in blueprints reading, sketches, or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
- Measure and mark cutting lines on materials, using a ruler, pencil, chalk, and marking gauge.
- Shape or cut materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, or power saws'.
- Install structures or fixtures, such as windows, walls, frames-metal studs, floorings, trim or hardware, using carpenters hand and power tools.
- Perform minor plumbing, residential electric, welding, or concrete mixing work.
- Prepare cost estimates for clients or employers.
- Associated with JOBS Buffalo Niagara JOBS Initiative
Auto Body/Spray Painting
B&J Collision
Buffalo, New York
01.1969 - 01.1972
- Duties: View vehicle to see how damage was done. preparing vehicle surfaces. By pulling dents, body fillers, straightening frame (If needed). by masking, applying primer, paint, clear coats, for a durable, appealing, finish job.
Spray Painter
OJ's Collision
Buffalo, New York
01.1968 - 01.1970
- View vehicle to see how damage was done. preparing vehicle surfaces. By pulling dents, body fillers, straightening frame (If needed). by masking, applying primer, paint, clear coats, for a durable, appealing, finish job.
Surveyor/Construction Worker
Pacoima, California
11.1968 - 08.1969
- Preforming fieldwork that Measures land, (stepping/walking off,) researching legal and historical records for boundaries.
- Then analyzing data to create detailed reports, for various purposes for construction, land development and legal documentation.
Laborer Line Worker/ Shipping & Receiving
Kaufman's Bakery
Buffalo, New York
01.1967 - 01.1968
- Night Shift/Laborer Line Work. Packing Hamburger Buns, Hot Dog Buns in cartons for wrapping and Shipment.
- Promoted To Shipping And Receiving. Shipping-Preparing, inspecting, and loading goods, while receiving, verifying, inspecting and story arriving items efficiently.
Laborer/Shipping And Receiving
Great Lakes Plastic Co.
Buffalo, New York
- Injection Mold Work.
Education
Hands On Studies/laborer - Construction Trades
Economic Development Group
Buffalo, New YorkCertificate - Spraying Painting, Mechanical Knowledge, Equipment Repair, Welding, Car Door Hanging, Direction Of Collision, Cutting with Welding Torch, Metal Shears or Scissors, Mixing Body Filler, Application Of Body Filler, Types Of Body Fillers, Fabrication or Manufacturing Metals For Auto Body, Auto Frame Straightening.
Ted Banks Auto Service Inc.
Buffalo, New YorkBusiness Administration -
SUNY Erie Community College City Campus
Buffalo, New YorkCertificate - Job Readiness Program
78 Restoration Corp.
Certificate - Computer Technology with Business Application
EOC (Educational Opportunity Center)
Buffalo, New YorkCertificate - Constructions Trade Skills
Buffalo Niagara JOBS Initiative
Buffalo, New YorkCDL Learning -
Supervisor Truck Driving School
Bridgeport, ConnecticutFashion Merchandise -
Erie Community College
Certificate - Seasonal Worker
SUNY Erie Community College
Buffalo, New YorkSkills
- Spray Painting
- Constructions Trade Skills
- Educational & Hands On Skills
- OSHA/HAZMAT Carpentry
- Drywalling
- Finish Carpentry
- Painting
- Cabinetry
- OSHA
- Residential Construction
- Remodeling
- Roofing
- Blueprint Reading
- Plumbing
- Rough and Finish Carpentry
- Assembly
- Packing
- Shipping & Receiving
- Brush Rollers
- Spray Can
- Spray Gun (Siphon Cup)
- Power Tools
- Caliper
- Art
- Portraits
- Free Hand
- Runway Modeling
- Singing
- Dancing
- Ball Room Dancing
Certification
- OSHA
- HAZMAT
- Construction Skills
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Automotive Training Repairs
Accomplishments
Information Upon Request
Languages
English, Fluently
Timeline
Seasonal Worker
UPS
11.2020 - 01.2021
Sandblaster/Metal Fabrication
Buffalo Manufacturing
01.2015 - 01.2018
Student/Laborer
Economic Development Group
01.1986 - 05.2007
Laborer/Shipping And Receiving
Great Lakes Plastic Co.
Auto Body/Spray Painting
B&J Collision
01.1969 - 01.1972
Surveyor/Construction Worker
11.1968 - 08.1969
Spray Painter
OJ's Collision
01.1968 - 01.1970
Laborer Line Worker/ Shipping & Receiving
Kaufman's Bakery
01.1967 - 01.1968
Hands On Studies/laborer - Construction Trades
Economic Development Group
Certificate - Spraying Painting, Mechanical Knowledge, Equipment Repair, Welding, Car Door Hanging, Direction Of Collision, Cutting with Welding Torch, Metal Shears or Scissors, Mixing Body Filler, Application Of Body Filler, Types Of Body Fillers, Fabrication or Manufacturing Metals For Auto Body, Auto Frame Straightening.
Ted Banks Auto Service Inc.
Business Administration -
SUNY Erie Community College City Campus
Certificate - Job Readiness Program
78 Restoration Corp.
Certificate - Computer Technology with Business Application
EOC (Educational Opportunity Center)
Certificate - Constructions Trade Skills
Buffalo Niagara JOBS Initiative
CDL Learning -
Supervisor Truck Driving School
Fashion Merchandise -
Erie Community College
Certificate - Seasonal Worker
SUNY Erie Community College