Phillip Whelchel
Galesburg,IL
Summary
Motivational Volunteer experienced in driving community support with proactive approaches. Focused on helping to service delivery to handle growing demands. Reliable team player committed to quickly learning new concepts and skills.
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Motivated construction laborer committed to learning and implementing skilled trades and meeting customer needs. Follows instructions and leads others with equal proficiency. Cultivates productive working relationships and instills confidence and trust.
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
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Voluntary Worker
Community Treasures
Galesburg, IL
03.2023 - Current
- Set up tables and chairs and unloaded equipment for various volunteer events.
- Assisted with facilities maintenance, basic cleaning and trash removal.
- Processed, organized and conducted inventory of various donated goods.
- Followed directions from supervisors and completed tasks within appropriate timeframe.
- Greeted guests and offered assistance in finding specific departments or personnel.
- Resolved complaints or issues using strong customer service and engagement skills.
Machine Operator
WestRock
Galesburg, IL
05.2023 - 06.2023
- Prepared machine for production processes by equipping with required tools and parts.
- Documented daily production data and submitted accurate time logs to keep management up-to-date.
- Monitored and observed production line to watch for pile-ups and jams.
Volunteer
Fish Food Pantry
Galesburg, IL
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Followed directions from supervisors and completed tasks within appropriate timeframe.
- Offered support and assistance to community members.
- Helped with prep, set up, and breakdown of community and public events.
- Greeted guests and offered assistance in finding specific departments or personnel.
- Resolved complaints or issues using strong customer service and engagement skills.
Contractor Supervisor
WGC construction
Galva, IL
04.2018 - 12.2022
- Assessed usage of equipment by crews to prevent accidents, damage and safety violations.
- Supervised subcontractor progress and coordinated project meetings to discuss milestones and timelines.
- Checked crew timesheets and logs for accuracy and submitted on schedule.
- Reported to [Job title]s with project updates and estimated completion dates, noting delay issues.
- Inspected, serviced and repaired equipment to maintain functionality and project timelines.
- Completed [Number] indoor and outdoor commercial and residential construction projects.
- Performed lock-out-tag-out procedures on equipment prior to service work to promote workplace safety.
- Tracked material usage and contractor hours to align projects with budgets.
- Assisted electrical, plumbing and carpentry teams by completing basic and semi-skilled work.
- Estimated time, employee expenses and material costs for projects.
- Led weekly status meetings and reviewed daily staff reporting.
- Obtained building permits from local jurisdictional agencies.
Field Tech Supervisor
Broadband Installations
Cedar Rapids, IA
05.2014 - 12.2018
- Determined proper allocation of resources to maximize work coverage and team effectiveness.
- Devised strategies for optimizing work procedures, technical training and standard processes.
- Ordered supplies and managed inventory.
- Resolved customer issues and provided creative solutions.
- Evaluated and reviewed staff performance.
- Resolved routing, wireless and other network-related issues.
- Terminated Cat6 cable connectors and modular plugs.
- Set up and installed network cabling infrastructure.
- Analyzed network issues, developing fixes and troubleshooting problems to maintain organizational effectiveness.
- Completed post-installation tests, checking functionality.
- Communicated technical information in easily understood terms to non-technical individuals.
- Installed and managed connected hardware and application components to assure nonstop environment operations.
- Troubleshot problems related to [Type] network infrastructure and performance.
- Read and understood network printouts to locate facility equipment.
- Configured and managed VPN connectivity and network performance tuning.
- Performed daily backups and routine monitoring of switches, computer systems and data networks for optimal operation.
- Presented network systems training and information to employees.
- Scheduled upgrades and maintenance for uninterrupted business workflow.
- Installed and repaired network fiber optic cables, Ethernet cables and other networking cabling and conduits.
- Installed wiring, cabling and devices to establish, repair and improve network operations.
- Evaluated local area network (LAN) and wide area network (WAN) performance data to verify availability and speed, identifying network problems.
- Configured hardware devices and software settings to optimize network performance.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Entered commands and observed system functioning to verify correct operations and detect errors.
Skilled Construction Worker
Tradesman International
Muncie, IN
- Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
- Collected and removed debris from work sites to maintain team productivity and minimize safety hazards.
- Sustained safety protocols to maintain secure, proper handling of equipment and materials.
- Assisted electrical, plumbing and carpentry teams by completing basic and semi-skilled work.
- Completed carpentry work and installed crown molding and wood flooring to meet customer preferences.
- Used laser measuring tools to calculate lengths, widths and heights.
- Met company and OSHA safety guidelines for work site operations to minimize worker risk.
- Completed general carpentry, electrical, mechanical, HVAC and plumbing installations and repairs.
- Assembled structural components, replacing parts to meet regulatory code standards.
- Notified supervisors of faulty operations and defective materials to improve production.
- Maintained baseline safety knowledge to improve deficient areas and meet code.
- Addressed and resolved on-site problems to keep teams on-task and avoid development of larger concerns.
- Logged inventory to track supply counts, organize equipment and gather important materials.
- Utilized two-way radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators.
- Performed lock-out-tag-out procedures on equipment prior to service work to promote workplace safety.
- Utilized electrical, plumbing and HVAC expertise to complete projects and adhere to timelines.
- Used picks and shovels to dig, spread and level dirt and gravel.
- Installed structures or fixtures using hand or power tools per plan drawings.
- Used wheelbarrow to move debris and material to designated areas on jobsite.
- Read plans, instructions or specifications to determine work activities.
- Built and disassembled scaffolds, bracing and barricades to assist in vertical construction activities.
- Operated overhead lifts to move heavy and bulky work materials.
- Used trowels and floats to smooth and finish freshly poured cement or concrete.
- Controlled traffic to protect work site integrity, crew safety and general public welfare.
- Signaled operators of construction equipment to facilitate alignment, movement and adjustment of machinery.
Handyman Helper
Hometown Handyman
Marseilles, IL
06.1999 - 06.2002
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Repainted walls, removing old paint or wallpaper and preparing surfaces for new applications.
- Kept interior and exterior of buildings clean, safe and welcoming.
- Pulled damaged and old carpet and wood flooring to eliminate issues such as mold and remove outdated styles.
- Used rulers and micrometers to inspect parts and determine dimension requirements.
- Used professional grade tools and equipment to perform wide range of handyman services.
- Replaced burned-out light bulbs and performed basic electrical repairs.
- Responded quickly to service calls, including replacing filters, smoke alarms and locks to ensure safety and well being of tenants.
- Fixed and managed electrical and plumbing problems.
- Read work orders or received instructions from supervisors or homeowners to determine work requirements.
- Reconditioned and renovated damaged furniture and ordered new pieces if needed.
- Assisted with installing and maintaining electrical and power systems during remodeling projects.
- Maintained equipment, materials and tool inventory to meet repair or maintenance needs with minimal delay.
- Replaced wall sockets, ran lines and completed basic carpentry to finish installations.
- Provided prospective customers with professional quotes detailing materials, labor and customization expenses for handyman jobs.
- Maintained compliance with internal and regulatory safety standards.
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on buildings and equipment using plumbing and electrical skills to keep properties clean and safe.
- Built reputation for excellent handyman services by taking pride in craftsmanship and attention to detail.
- Prioritized handyman jobs by identifying urgent and important projects with concern for customer safety and security.
- Repaired outlets, circuit breakers and lights to restore electrical systems to functionality.
- Read and interpreted equipment and work orders to properly perform required maintenance services.
- Collaborated with facility managers to coordinate larger repairs.
- Collaborated with team members to assess equipment performance needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
GSW High School
Gardner, IL05.2002
Technical - Building Trades/Electricity/Electronics
Grundy Area Vocational Center
Morris, IL05.2002
Skills
- Community Service
- Answering Phones
- Telephone and Email Etiquette
- Positive Attitude
- Organized and Efficient
- Adaptability and Dependability
- Friendly and Outgoing
- Professional Appearance
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-Solving
- Worker Supervision
- Equipment Safety Verification
- Decision Making
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Equipment Operation
- Dependable and Hardworking
- Blueprint Reading
- Hazardous Materials
- Mechanical Troubleshooting
- All aspects construction trades Remodeling
- Worksite Safety and Maintenance
- Equipment Maintenance and Repair
- Heavy Lifting
- Team Player
- Code Compliance
- Safety-First Mentality
- Physical Strength and Stamina
- Superior Work Ethic
- Verbal Communication
- Construction Trade Expertise
- Site Preparation
- Equipment Maintenance
- Flooring Installation
- Hand-Eye Coordination
- Materials Salvage
- Quality Control
- Facilities Maintenance
- Conflict Resolution
- Form Construction and Removal
- Installation and Finishing
- Scheduled Maintenance
- Accident and Injury Prevention
- Wiring and Fixture Repair
- OSHA Compliance
- Basic Mathematics
- Time Management
- General Plumbing
- Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
- Manual Dexterity
- Cutting Torches
- Equipment Dismantling
- Critical Thinking
- Facilities Painting and Repair
- Metal Welding
- Repair Work Planning
- Perceptual Speed
- Parts Lubrication
- Electrical Testing Knowledge
- Basic Carpentry
- Job Site Cleanup
- Willingness to Learn
- General Laborer
- Welding and Electrical Knowledge
- Residential and Commercial Renovations
- Hardware Installation
- Cabinet Repair
- Carpentry and Woodworking
- Subflooring Installation
- Power Tool Maintenance and Care
- Basic Electrical Knowledge
Timeline
Machine Operator
WestRock
05.2023 - 06.2023
Voluntary Worker
Community Treasures
03.2023 - Current
Volunteer
Fish Food Pantry
03.2023 - 06.2023
Contractor Supervisor
WGC construction
04.2018 - 12.2022
Field Tech Supervisor
Broadband Installations
05.2014 - 12.2018
Handyman Helper
Hometown Handyman
06.1999 - 06.2002
Skilled Construction Worker
Tradesman International
High School Diploma -
GSW High School
Technical - Building Trades/Electricity/Electronics
Grundy Area Vocational Center
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