Riley Rivers
Houston,TX
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
A committed student eager to leverage exceptional communication and interpersonal skills in a professional setting. Possesses experience in data entry and money handling. Capable of quickly memorizing product details and fostering strong customer relationships.
Proactive and versatile professional with a dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with clients and team members. Focused on supporting team success and achieving positive results.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Sandblaster Leadman
PSC
Lake Charles, Louisiana
01.2022 - 12.2024
- Repaired damaged components using welding techniques prior to beginning any sandblasting work.
- Mixed abrasives according to desired finishes.
- Mixed abrasive material with water to create a slurry for blasting.
- Inspected parts before and after sandblasting process to ensure quality control standards were met.
- Cut, ground, sanded and polished stone in preparation for diverse projects.
- Discarded spent abrasive media safely in accordance with company policies and local laws.
- Ensured that proper protective clothing was worn during any operation involving hazardous materials such as silica-based media or chemicals.
- Assisted with training new employees in safe operating procedures for sandblasters.
- Troubleshot problems with equipment or processes if they occurred during operations.
Welder
Shilt services
Houston, TX
01.2021 - 12.2022
- Safely ignited torches and monitored surroundings to proactively identify hazards.
- Repaired structures by dismantling, reshaping and reassembling metal components with cutting torches and hand tools.
- Constructed templates and jigs for fabrication according to blueprints.
- Positioned and clamped workpieces together and properly assembled in jigs and fixtures.
- Recognized, set up, and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Prepared broken parts for welding by properly grooving and scarfing surfaces.
- Trained apprentices in safety procedures and use of tools, equipment used during fabrication, welding operations.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
- Prepared material surfaces for welding by removing scale, rust or other foreign matter.
Diesel Mechanic
Self made diesel
Houston, TX
01.2019 - 12.2021
- Installed new parts such as radiators, injectors, hoses, belts, alternators, starters .
- Calibrated instruments used to test performance of vehicle components such as speedometers and tachometers.
- Inspected and verified dimensions and clearances of parts to verify conformance to factory specifications.
- Placed orders for parts necessary to complete vehicle repairs and installations.
- Fabricated custom parts using welding equipment.
Shop Fabricator and Programmer
Powe management controls
Houston, Texas
03.2016 - 09.2018
- Adhered to industry regulations when handling hazardous materials in the workplace.
- Fabricated and installed custom metal shop components from blueprints and drawings.
- Analyzed engineering drawings to determine required materials and task sequences.
- Inspected finished products to ensure quality standards were met before delivery to customers.
- Performed layout work with precision tools such as squares, rulers, levels, and calipers.
- Collaborated with supervisors to develop cost-effective solutions that met customer needs without sacrificing quality standards.
Locksmith
Biggs safe and lock
Houston , TX
07.2014 - 09.2016
- Operated tools and devices to open locks when no key was available.
- Replicated customer's keys using specialized key cutting machines.
- Performed routine maintenance checks of locks and door hardware in both homes and businesses.
- Cleaned, lubricated and adjusted locking mechanisms as needed.
- Installed safes, vault doors and deposit boxes following blueprints.
- Removed old locks from doors, safes, cabinets or other items as requested by clients.
- Disassembled mechanical and electrical locking devices to repair or replace worn tumblers and springs.
- Fabricated custom parts for obsolete or discontinued lock models when necessary.
Lifeguard and Swim Instructor
Pasadena City Hall
Pasadena , TX
06.2012 - 06.2013
- Contacted medical authorities immediately in events of serious injury.
- Reminded patrons to walk carefully and avoid running around or near pool edges to prevent falls.
- Watched over swimmers to respond quickly to distress situations.
- Inspected recreational areas to satisfy cleanliness guidelines and remove debris.
- Inspected rescue tubes and buoys regularly to ensure they are in good condition.
- Patrolled to identify anyone needing assistance and offered immediate care.
Education
High School Diploma -
Dobie Highschool
Houston, TX06-2013
Some College (No Degree) - Welding
San Antonio College
Pasadena, TXSkills
- Working with other people
- Welding
- Punctual
- Fast learner
- Creative mindset
- Reasoning
- Safety trained
- Personal protective equipment
- Deadline-driven mentality
- Physical stamina maintenance
- Worksite cleanliness standards
- OSHA compliance
- Team coordination
- Strong communication skills
- Adaptable work approach
- Inventory management
Timeline
Sandblaster Leadman
PSC
01.2022 - 12.2024
Welder
Shilt services
01.2021 - 12.2022
Diesel Mechanic
Self made diesel
01.2019 - 12.2021
Shop Fabricator and Programmer
Powe management controls
03.2016 - 09.2018
Locksmith
Biggs safe and lock
07.2014 - 09.2016
Lifeguard and Swim Instructor
Pasadena City Hall
06.2012 - 06.2013
High School Diploma -
Dobie Highschool
Some College (No Degree) - Welding
San Antonio College