Ryan Gurley
Portage,IN
Summary
Hardworking General Laborer with dedicated work ethic and solid industry background. Knowledgeable with operations of heavy and light equipment to accomplish tasks. Reliable and works well in varying conditions.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Setup Crew Member
Party People Entertainment
Hobart, IN
03.2008 - Current
- Developed and maintained music library, ensuring all tracks were up to date.
- Organized and prepared equipment for live events in accordance with client requests.
- Ensured sound quality remained consistent throughout performances.
- Mixed songs together seamlessly while adjusting levels of volume between tracks.
- Created playlists tailored to the audience's musical preferences.
- Set up audio systems at venues and ensured they worked correctly before each performance.
- Loaded, unloaded, and transported equipment using hand trucks and dollies.
- Set up staging areas for events including chairs, tables, linens, podiums and sound systems.
- Checked audio-visual equipment to ensure it was in good working order.
- Assisted with the setup of lighting and other technical equipment.
- Prepared event spaces by laying out tablecloths and arranging centerpieces.
- Ensured that all necessary supplies were available for each event.
- Provided support during events by setting up additional items as needed.
- Maintained a clean work area throughout the day to ensure safety standards were met.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on equipment to identify any potential issues or malfunctions.
- Assembled furniture according to provided instructions from clients or supervisors.
- Unloaded delivery vans of large items that required two people to transport them safely into the venue space.
- Inspected all event materials prior to loading onto truck for delivery at customer sites.
- Supported crew members with rigging operations when needed, such as hoisting lights or curtains into place.
- Repaired minor damages on furniture pieces before they were used in an event space.
- Organized storage areas so that all supplies could be easily located when needed.
- Verified inventory levels of event supplies after each job was completed.
- Delivered extra materials back to warehouse once events had finished.
- Utilized forklifts and pallet jacks to move heavy objects around the site.
- Worked closely with client representatives to ensure their exact needs were met during setup process.
- Cleaned up work area after each job was complete before moving on to next project.
- Separated products according to weight, grade and size of material to produce final product.
- Met or exceeded target for on-time customer shipments.
- Calibrated machines to adhere to quality standards and maintain required productivity levels.
Roofer
SHI Roofing
Portage, Indiana
06.2015 - 08.2024
- Climbed ladders and scaffolding to reach roofs for inspection, repair, or installation.
- Installed underlayment, shingles, metal roofing systems, and other materials to construct roofs.
- Inspected existing roofs for damage or leaks and applied sealants when necessary.
- Repaired damaged areas of the roof using tar and other waterproofing materials.
- Measured and cut materials according to specifications with hand tools such as hammers, saws, chisels.
- Removed old roof coverings in preparation for new installations.
- Maintained accurate records of completed jobs including measurements and material used.
- Provided guidance and instruction to apprentices on proper techniques related to roofing work.
- Performed preventive maintenance on tools and equipment used in job activities.
- Attended safety meetings to ensure compliance with all safety regulations.
- Received deliveries of supplies needed for job completion at various sites.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with building materials required for each job site.
- Operated power tools such as nail guns safely in order to complete tasks quickly and efficiently.
- Ensured that all working surfaces were clean before beginning each task.
- Assisted in loading debris from tear-off projects onto dumpsters or trucks.
- Communicated effectively with customers regarding progress updates throughout project duration.
- Completed paperwork related to job applications including timesheets and invoices.
- Followed company policy regarding hazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Implemented safety protocols during every phase of the job process.
- Collaborated with team members on large scale projects requiring multiple workers.
- Adhered strictly to OSHA standards while performing duties on construction sites.
- Worked safely and effectively under difficult conditions and completed projects under various kinds of weather.
- Worked regularly at advanced heights and followed all OSHA safety protocols and procedures for fall prevention.
Education
GED -
Thomas A Edison Jr-Sr High School
Lake Station, IN06-1999
Skills
- Maintenance knowledge
- Space Utilization
- Workplace Safety
- Audio-visual equipment
- Production Scheduling
- Stress Tolerance
- Strong Work Ethic
- Precision measurement
- Material Loading and Unloading
- Forklift Operation
- Banding Tools Operation
- Punctual and Reliable
- Good Communication
- Production Line Work
- Workstation Equipment Monitoring
- Material Handling
- Heavy Lifting
- Attention to Detail
- Machine Operation
- Following Instructions
- Punctual and Dependable
- Materials Assembly
- Flexible Schedule
- Picking and Packing
- Quality Inspection
Timeline
Roofer
SHI Roofing
06.2015 - 08.2024
Setup Crew Member
Party People Entertainment
03.2008 - Current
GED -
Thomas A Edison Jr-Sr High School
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