Ryan Andrew Wheeler
Gainesville,Texas
Summary
Throughout my 10 year career in the construction industry, ive successfully led construction teams on residential and commercial projects, ensuring that each job is delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with clients expectations. My expertise lies in coordinating all phases of construction, managing subcontractors and navigating project logistics, permitting and budgeting. I take pride in being both detail-oriented and adaptable. I believe my experience allows me to handle complex timelines and evolving project demands.
Im a dependable employee with good work ethics, great people skills and a quick learner. I am strongly commited to obtaining a full-time position with a well established, stable company with the opportunity for personal growth and advancement.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Self-Employed
RAW Construction
01.2019 - 08.2025
- Managed and grew a successful construction business specializing in metal buildings and barndominiums
- Oversaw and participated in construction of 10-12 turnkey structures per year
- Team Lead of 3, ensuring quality, safety, and timely project completion
- Coordinated subcontractors, trades people and inspections
- Skilled in blueprint reading, welding, framing, sheeting, and finish work
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
Full-time Employee - Welder; Team Lead
Mowrey Welding Service
07.2015 - 01.2020
- Team Lead of 5 employees. Building shops and barndominiums.
- In charge of all day to day operations for the business.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Assisted in blueprint reading and interpretation for accurate alignment of parts during assembly process.
- Assited in keeping track of employee hours, time on site, company profit/loss
- Company owner exited metal erection business due to unexpected family illness.
As Needed Employee : Welder Helper
Ritter Construction
07.2015
- Welders Helper / Pipe fitter. Assisted in fabrication process.
Full-time Employee: ASME Code Welder
Orteq Energy Technologies
05.2014 - 07.2015
- Built pressure vessels under ASME code.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Operated hoists, cranes and forklifts safely
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
- Utilized blueprints and diagrams to complete vessels to strict guidelines and tolerances.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Conducted thorough inspections of welds to ensure adherence to industry standards and codes.
Full-time Employee: Shop Hand
Thru Tubing Solutions
09.2012 - 01.2013
- Redressing downhole tools.
- Organized and prepared tools for job shipment/receiving.
- Maintained a clean and organized shop floor, ensuring safety standards were upheld at all times.
- Performed routine equipment maintenance, prolonging the lifespan of tools and machinery.
- Constructed and dismantled components and gathered materials for repairs, maintenance, and new installations.
- Laid Off - Position was eliminated secondary to downsizing.
Full-time Employee: Labor Hand - Carlsbad, NM
Tex-Star Water Services
02.2012 - 06.2012
- Supplied water for frac operations
- Certified Forklift Operator
- Operated deisel water pumps to get water from holding pond, to site
- Maintained correct water levels on site as it is a crucial component in the fracturing process.
- Compliant with all safety protocols and training
Full-time Employee: Laborer
Frontier Waterproofing, Inc.
11.2010 - 01.2012
- Performed waterproofing, caulking, and stone patching
- Mixed materials, power washed buildings, and supported journeyman crews
- Worked on projects throughout Texas and out-of-state
Education
High School -
Krum High School
06.2010
Combo Welding Certification - undefined
North Central Texas Community College
05.2014
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Construction safety
- Reliability
- Organizational skills
- Certified Welder
- Forklift Certified
- Blueprint reading
- Project Oversite
- Design/Build Process
Timeline
Owner/Self-Employed
RAW Construction
01.2019 - 08.2025
Full-time Employee - Welder; Team Lead
Mowrey Welding Service
07.2015 - 01.2020
As Needed Employee : Welder Helper
Ritter Construction
07.2015
Full-time Employee: ASME Code Welder
Orteq Energy Technologies
05.2014 - 07.2015
Full-time Employee: Shop Hand
Thru Tubing Solutions
09.2012 - 01.2013
Full-time Employee: Labor Hand - Carlsbad, NM
Tex-Star Water Services
02.2012 - 06.2012
Full-time Employee: Laborer
Frontier Waterproofing, Inc.
11.2010 - 01.2012
Combo Welding Certification - undefined
North Central Texas Community College
High School -
Krum High School
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