Ryan Korhonen
Northpole,AK
Summary
Driven and adaptable professional with a robust background in construction and welding, honed at companies like Watterson Construction. Excelled in roles requiring heavy lifting, equipment operation, and advanced welding techniques. Proven track record of enhancing project efficiency through punctuality, reliability, and a keen willingness to learn. Skilled in collaborating with teams to exceed project goals.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Laborer
Watterson Construction
Fairbanks, AK
02.2024 - Current
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Contributed to successful completion of projects by following instructions from supervisors and adapting to changing priorities.
- Demonstrated flexibility with shifting responsibilities based on project needs, contributing to overall productivity levels.
- Supported construction projects by assisting with heavy equipment operations and manual labor tasks.
- Demonstrated versatility in carpentry techniques, working proficiently with both hand tools and power tools to achieve desired results.
- Specialized in specific carpentry tasks such as framing, finish work, or restoration projects to provide clients with tailored services and high-quality results.
- Repaired existing structures such as staircases, decks, or door frames with precision to extend their lifespan without compromising structural integrity or aesthetics.
- Measured materials to determine sizes and quantity required for construction project.
- Collaborated with other skilled tradespeople to ensure seamless integration of carpentry work within larger construction projects.
Ironworker Apprentice
Local 751
Fairbanks, AK
08.2022 - 02.2024
- Excelled in fast-paced environments due to quick learning abilities and adaptability towards various construction methods.
- Enhanced structural integrity by accurately measuring, cutting, and assembling iron and steel components.
- Maintained a clean worksite environment, removing debris from work areas regularly to reduce hazards.
- Contributed to on-time project delivery through effective communication with supervisors and other tradespeople.
- Erected structural steel and iron frameworks for bridges, buildings and other structures.
- Complied with OSHA and company safety guidelines for height safety, lock out tag out, confined space, and hazardous material handling.
- Reviewed work plans and blueprints to ascertain all requirements for project.
- Fabricated steel frames, columns, beams, and girders according to blueprints or instructions from site managers.
- Welded, cut and bent steel as necessary with torches, metal shears, and welding equipment.
- Coordinated with crane or signaled equipment operators to lift and position structural steel members and hoist beams, girders, and columns to correct positions.
- Followed blueprints and instructions from supervisors to erect columns, beams and girders.
Welder
Interior Mobile Welding
Fairbanks, AK
05.2020 - 08.2022
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
- Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG, Stick, and Flux Core Welding techniques.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and cutting required components prior to welding.
- Collaborated with team members for seamless project execution, improving overall productivity.
Education
Welding Certifications - Welding
UAF CTC
Fairbanks, AK09.2021
Healthcare
Hutchison High School
Fairbanks, AK05.2020
Skills
- Willingness to learn
- Heavy Lifting
- Safety awareness
- Punctual and Reliable
- Job Site Organization
- Equipment Operation
- Basic Carpentry
- Clean Driving Record
- Commercial construction experience
- Welding abilities
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
Timeline
Laborer
Watterson Construction
02.2024 - Current
Ironworker Apprentice
Local 751
08.2022 - 02.2024
Welder
Interior Mobile Welding
05.2020 - 08.2022
Welding Certifications - Welding
UAF CTC
Healthcare
Hutchison High School