Nathan Yosler
Dover,PA
Summary
Certified welder and heavy equipment operator with extensive experience in operating and repairing diverse machinery, vehicles, and equipment. Demonstrates a strong commitment to safety and excellence on job sites under varying conditions. Recognized for meticulous adherence to operating procedures and proactive routine maintenance practices. Dedicated team player with a solid work ethic, eager to further develop skills in a full-time role.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Chimney Sweep, Installer, and Yard Jockey
Chimney Sweep Systems, Inc.
Plainfield, USA
06.2022 - Current
- Sweeping, inspection, and installation of wood, coal and oil burning stoves and chimneys at heights of up to 50 ft
- Loading, securing, inspecting, hauling, moving, repairing, and operating equipment and vehicles, including trucks, vans, trailers, lifts, skid steers, backhoes, etc
- Followed established protocols for disposal of hazardous materials generated during job assignments.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks on fireplace equipment such as lubricating moving parts and replacing worn gaskets.
- Requisitioned supplies and equipment for cleaning and maintenance duties.
- Operated specialized machinery used for removing clogs from vents without damaging them (brushes, rods, scrapers, vacuums, etc.).
- Checked all connections between the appliance being serviced and the venting system for proper fitment.
- Installed rain caps, spark arrestors and other accessories designed to improve efficiency of fireplace systems.
- Repaired damaged masonry work on chimneys using tuck-pointing techniques.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety standards set by OSHA regulations.
- Provided customers with advice on how to best maintain their fireplace system through regular cleaning and inspection procedures.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Welding Co-op Student
Volvo Construction Equipment NA
Shippensburg, USA
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Certified by Volvo in GMAW with 0.30, 0.45, 0.52, and 1/16 wire in 2g position
- MIG welded small parts for cabs and drums for vibratory compaction equipment
- Determined welding strategies using metallurgy knowledge, geometry and welding techniques.
- Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.
- Monitored fitting, burning and welding processes to avoid overheating parts, warping, shrinking, distortion and expansion of materials.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Prepared workpiece edges by grinding, cutting, buffing or bending to verify snug fit.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
Carpentry, Welding, Home Renovations, Landscaping
Self-Employed
Newville, USA
03.2020 - 06.2022
- Design and constructed custom sheds, countertops, work benches, indoor and outdoor tables, storage shelving, wood flags, corn hole boards, and plaques
- Install and maintain wiring, control, and lighting systems
- Estimate, plan, and install flooring
- Lawn mowing, trimming, mulching, and hardscaping
- Repair of basic equipment, machinery, and vehicles (trucks, trailers, tractors, mowers, skid loaders, etc.)
Education
Program Completion - PA Department of Education Program of Study, AWS Welder Certified for SMAW 3g, 4g, OSHA-10 Construction Certified, NOCTI Competencies, Oxyacetylene and AC/DC arc welding, semi automatic MIG, plasma cutting, and TIG welding systems, American Welding Society Standards, Planning, layout, forming, joining and fabrication of various shapes in light and heavy gauge metals and pipe, Specialized hand tools, shears, forming and shaping machines, drill presses, and metal cutting saws
Cumberland-Perry Area Vocational Technical School
PA05.2024
Diploma - Vocational Technical (Welding)
Big Spring High School
Newville, PA05.2024
Skills
- Heavy equipment operations: forklifts, scissor lifts, tractors, trucks, vans, excavators, skid steers, front end loaders, etc
- Driving - Valid PA License
- Daily vehicle inspections
- Excavation
- Equipment and vehicle repair
- Off-road vehicle operation
- Interpreting maps and instructions
- MIG welding
- Oxy-acetylene
- TIG welding
- Carbon arc cutting
- Plasma cutting
- Blueprint reading
- Fabrication
- Assembly
- Press brake machine
- Project estimation and bidding
- Chimney installation, inspection, and repair
- Creosote removal
- Carpentry
- Drywalling
- Concrete pouring and mixing
- Debris removal
Timeline
Welding Co-op Student
Volvo Construction Equipment NA
01.2024 - 05.2024
Chimney Sweep, Installer, and Yard Jockey
Chimney Sweep Systems, Inc.
06.2022 - Current
Carpentry, Welding, Home Renovations, Landscaping
Self-Employed
03.2020 - 06.2022
Program Completion - PA Department of Education Program of Study, AWS Welder Certified for SMAW 3g, 4g, OSHA-10 Construction Certified, NOCTI Competencies, Oxyacetylene and AC/DC arc welding, semi automatic MIG, plasma cutting, and TIG welding systems, American Welding Society Standards, Planning, layout, forming, joining and fabrication of various shapes in light and heavy gauge metals and pipe, Specialized hand tools, shears, forming and shaping machines, drill presses, and metal cutting saws
Cumberland-Perry Area Vocational Technical School
Diploma - Vocational Technical (Welding)
Big Spring High School
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