To secure a challenging and rewarding position that will effectively utilize my experience, education and natural abilities in a professional environment.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder/Fabricator
Tellus Underground Technology
03.2024 - 05.2025
Welded in flat, horizontal and vertical positions.
Maintained clean working environment by consistently organizing tools and equipment, promoting workplace safety.
Demonstrated versatility in various welding methods including MIG, TIG and Stick Welding techniques.
Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
Optimized material usage by accurately measuring and cutting required components prior to welding.
Set up and operated shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
Maintenance Technician
Stroudsmoor Country Inn
10.2023 - 01.2024
Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
Collaborated with team members to complete larger repair projects efficiently.
Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
Removed trash and recyclables at end of each shift and disposed of items in proper receptacles.
Positively engaged with customers and maintained professional appearance as company representative.
WELDER/ASSEMBLER/FINISHER
THE WITTE COMPANY
04.2008 - 04.2023
Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment to fuse metal segments together.
Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
Cleaned and inspected parts and assemblies at each production stage and documents production defects.
Interpreted assembly drawings and specifications and proceeded with proper assembly as prescribed.
Assist in other departments as needed.
CUSTOMER SERVICE MANAGER/PRICING MANAGER
WARREN LUMBER AND MILLWORK
01.2005 - 01.2007
Maintained knowledge of company products and services to promptly resolve complaints and concerns.
Established positive rapport with customers, managers and customer service team members to maintain a positive and successful work environment.
Assisted customers with making payments or establishing payment plans to make accounts current.
Audited customer account information to identify issues and develop solutions.
Interviewed, hired and trained staff to meet company objectives.
Determined competitive price levels in current market conditions.
VARIOUS MANAGERIAL POSITIONS
84 LUMBER COMPANY
01.2000 - 01.2004
Ranked No. 4 in company as Area Manager in November 2004.
Responsible for overall operations of 10 separate store locations.
Responsible for recruiting, hiring and training new employees.
Responsible for payroll and employee scheduling.
Maintain corporate reports, inventory and product ordering.
Coordinate deliveries and maintain numerous trade relations.
Responsible for successfully maintaining annual budget.