Payton Smith
Clover,SC
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Laborer
Ferguson Construction LLC
04.2024 - Current
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Completed various plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and carpentry tasks as needed to address diverse maintenance needs within the community.
- Conducted thorough inspections of plumbing systems to detect leaks and potential hazards, ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Removed old sinks, toilets and pipes in preparation for installation of new fixtures.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with various types of plumbing materials, systems, and fixtures used across residential and commercial settings.
- Measured and cut pipes according to project specifications.
- Used testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, and multimeters.
- Planned layout and installation of electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures based on specifications and applicable code.
- Stored and maintained power tools and equipment for each job.
- Assisted in the design phase of various projects, providing input on optimal lighting layouts, power distribution plans, and equipment specifications.
- Pulled wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors.
- Consistently followed safety procedures when operating power tools or handling hazardous materials, minimizing risk of injury among team members.
- Tested electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures using various testing devices.
- Installed new electrical components and fixtures safely and tested systems to enhance power flow.
- Terminated wiring and connected circuits with correct techniques.
- Used hand and power tools to cut, bend and shape wires.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers and other electrical components.
- Dug and poured concrete footings for house foundations.
- Put in drain lines and water lines
- Removed old equipment from customers' homes and cleaned up areas to prepare for new installations.
- Joined pipes or tubing to refrigerant and water sources to form complete circuit.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working on a wide variety of HVAC systems across residential, commercial, and industrial settings.
- Performed troubleshooting on HVAC systems to determine root cause of issues.
- Worked overtime, holidays and weekends to accommodate company needs.
- Disassembled broken, defective, and worn out equipment to aid with repairs.
Operator
Gulf Stream Construction
07.2023 - 04.2024
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Worked outside in all weather conditions.
- Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure seamless coordination of tasks and efficient completion of projects.
- Consistently met project deadlines through efficient operation of various types of heavy machinery.
- Reduced construction time by effectively handling multiple tasks including digging trenches, grading terrain, and transporting materials.
Welder
RAW Site Services
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Received projects via email and phone and delivered quality work within deadlines with 100% customer satisfaction
- Executed projects 15% more efficiently than coworkers without sacrificing the integrity and aesthetics of welds
- Resolved flaws in welds by grinding and scraping slag and rust from the surface and reconstructed welds
- Conveyor/chute repair and replacement
- Preventative maintenance
- Removed and replaced haul truck bed
- Fabricated trailers and truck beds using MIG and ARC welding in overhead, vertical, and horizontal positions
- Managed flame of cutting torch by adjusting regulator valves to prevent metal expansion, warping, and shrinking.
Laborer
Ferguson Construction LLC
09.2021 - 03.2023
- Moves, secures, installs, builds, loads, or unloads materials
- Effectively used heavy and light equipment, depending on the jobsite/assignment
- Maintained all safety standards
- Performed some specialized tasks which required on the job training.
Arborist
Affordable Tree Care
01.2021 - 08.2021
- Operated a wide range of equipment including bucket truck, skid steer, chainsaw, and hydraulic pruner
- Cleared work area of debris to maintain a safe, hazard-free environment.
Education
Basic Welding Certification - Welding
York Technical College
Rock Hill, SC08.2022
Skills
- Welding Practices/Techniques
- Electric Arc
- Cutting, Fitting, Measuring
- Organized
- Detail-oriented
- Methodical
- Electrical Installation
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Grade checking
- HVAC Installation
- Welding Techniques
- PVC Installation
Timeline
Laborer
Ferguson Construction LLC
04.2024 - Current
Operator
Gulf Stream Construction
07.2023 - 04.2024
Welder
RAW Site Services
03.2023 - 06.2023
Laborer
Ferguson Construction LLC
09.2021 - 03.2023
Arborist
Affordable Tree Care
01.2021 - 08.2021
Basic Welding Certification - Welding
York Technical College