Mike Tilbury
Bellingham
Summary
Experienced and highly trained Journeyman with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker
Local 66
Bellingham
01.1990 - 10.2021
- Installed assemblies in supportive frameworks according to blueprints.
- Fabricated, assembled and installed sheet metal products, such as ducts, control boxes, drainpipes and furnace casings.
- Followed safety protocols when working with hazardous materials including asbestos insulation.
- Performed preventive maintenance and minor repairs to machines, equipment, and tooling.
- Measured and marked dimensions and reference lines on material, using scribes, dividers, squares, and rulers.
- Interpreted blueprints, sketches, or product specifications to determine sequence and methods of fabricating, assembling, and installing sheet metal products.
- Fabricated and altered parts with metal hammers, punches, drills and shears.
- Welded, soldered, bolted, riveted, screwed, clipped, caulked, or bonded component parts to assemble products.
- Dismantled damaged parts in order to make repairs.
- Assisted other tradesmen during installation process when necessary.
- Cut materials using manual shears or automated cutting machines.
- Utilized hand tools, portable power tools, and other equipment to cut, shape, and assemble metal components.
- Planned and laid out work from blueprints, drawings, models, or verbal instructions, using measuring instruments.
- Fitted seams together by hammering them flat or using a seaming machine.
- Installed prefabricated ventilation systems according to blueprints and and or drawings provided by engineers or architects.
- Completed paperwork documenting project progress and hours worked on each job.
- Achieved maximum efficiency by working with large crews to install ductwork in existing and new builds.
- Interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine duct placement.
- Installed flashings, louvers and dampers to complete HVAC systems.
- Coordinated with other trades, such as plumbing and HVAC, to complete projects efficiently.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
Education
High School Diploma -
Edmonds Senior High
Kirkland, WA06-1981
Skills
the skills which I have learned over the years includes operating various types of equipment such as being a certified forklift operator, certified in rigging, and crane signaling although my first aid and cpr cards have expired, I have taken both courses many times I am experienced in blueprint reading, also coordinating with other tradesman to accomplish tasks I have several other certifications which have since expired being in one of the most hazardous occupations, I have a vast knowledge of safety protocols and the use of ppe
Affiliations
- I enjoy designing and creating all types of projects, both with metal and wood. Fishing and bird hunting have been a long time passion of mine.
Accomplishments
- receiving the status of Journeyman Sheet Metal worker, which required 5 years to complete a 9000 hr course, I believe is my largest accomplishment. I am also proud to have put 2 children through college.
Certification
- I have or have had licenses in forklift operator, crane signaling and rigging, boom lift operator, ariel platform operator, Hilte power activated tools use, spyder training, first aid\cpr. I have held licenses in flagging, and in 1981 had also completed a Snohomish County Search and Rescue training course, in which I became a full fledged ESAR team member.
Custom
Having been a Search and Rescue volunteer, I had volunteered and responded to several searches, including evidence searches as well. a couple years ago when the Nooksack River flooded the towns of both Sumas and Everson, I had volunteered twice going to help my community, assisting homeowners collecting and removing flood damaged debris from there homes. Also a few years back, I had volunteered in the search for a missing hunter in Whatcom county.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker
Local 66
01.1990 - 10.2021
High School Diploma -
Edmonds Senior High
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