Summary
Overview
Work History
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Skyler Best

Reno,NV

Summary

Completed coursework at Orange County Technical School to acquire foundational knowledge in heavy equipment repair and operation.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner

Treeline Construction
Reno, NV
04.2024 - Current

Achieved high-quality finish carpentry results that enhanced property value. Delivered framing solutions that reinforced structural stability. Completed bathroom and kitchen remodels that transformed spaces into modern retreats. Executed deck projects that expanded outdoor living areas. Developed pergolas that added charm and utility to outdoor settings.

Lead Carpenter

High Sierra Remodeling
Reno, NV
10.2023 - 04.2024
  • Coordinated with subcontractors and suppliers to optimize project timelines and material delivery.
  • Conducted quality inspections of work completed, ensuring compliance with project specifications and codes.
  • Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
  • Earned a reputation for exceptional craftsmanship by consistently exceeding client expectations in both design and functionality aspects of projects.

Heavy Truck and Equipment Mechanic

Urban Forest Professionals
Portland, OR
01.2021 - 12.2021
  • My role at UFP is to diagnose all aspects of mechanical malfunction to keep the fleet running everyday.
  • Hydraulic system repair.
  • Electrical repair.
  • Engine rebuilds.
  • Welding and fabrication.

Framer/Builder

Bidco Sheds and Tiny Homes
Boring, OR
03.2020 - 01.2021
  • At Bidco sheds we built anything from small sheds to fully functioning ADUs and tiny homes.
  • My role was focused on the the dirt work to framing to interior finish work.
  • Some other things I would work on is rough electrical and rough plumbing.

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Al Pombo inc.
Truckee, CA
11.2018 - 06.2020
  • Focused on repairing equipment and worked on other brands, maintaining strong knowledge of issues and appropriate fixes.
  • Kept accurate records of all machine and equipment repair work that had been performed.
  • Assessed equipment to determine the cause of issue or malfunction and identified the type of repair that would be required.
  • Utilized various methods to perform routine and preventative maintenance tasks on heavy equipment, including excavators and front end loaders.
  • Set up and operated welding equipment to complete all types of welding repair on various equipment and attachments.

Snow Removal Operator (Seasonal)

Mike Klauss Excavating
Tahoe City, CA
11.2018 - 04.2020
  • Operated a front end loader with a snow plow and blower attachment.
  • Safely cleared large parking lots, roads, and driveways.
  • Maintained safe operating techniques to prevent damage to equipment and property.
  • Kept track of usage hours to keep track of scheduled maintenance.

Snow Removal Fleet Mechanic/Welder/Operator

Elements Mtn. Co.
Truckee, CA
09.2017 - 11.2018
  • Performed all types of maintenance and repairs on various different vehicles and equipment.
  • Diagnosed issues with hydraulic systems/engine/and drive systems.
  • Kept record of scheduled maintenance on equipment.
  • Inspected all equipment and snow removal attachments after each plow shift.
  • Fabricated various different types of adapters for attachments to mount to equipment.
  • Performed welding repairs on all equipment in need of repair.
  • Operated machinery in a safe manner to remove snow out of residential areas.

Welder/Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Precision Heavy Equipment Repair
Oak Ridge, NJ
07.2016 - 08.2017
  • Located and removed outdated, malfunctioning and worn components to repair, refurbish or replace with new parts.
  • Performed all welding and fabrication procedures for the company.
  • Built buckets, blades and other heavy equipment components.
  • Completed tear downs of various equipment including excavators, bull dozers, and front end loaders.
  • Kept track and labeled all the parts removed in equipment tear down in order to list parts for sale.

Bathroom Remodeler

Berkeley Tile
Berkeley Heights, NJ
09.2014 - 07.2016
  • Executed tile installation and repair projects with precision and attention to detail.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure timely project completion and adherence to quality standards.
  • Maintained a clean and organized work environment, promoting safety practices on job sites.
  • Assisted in selecting appropriate materials for various remodeling projects based on client specifications.

Education

Welding Certification - Welding

Sussex County Technical School
Sussex, NJ
04.2015

High School Diploma - undefined

Orange/Ulster Technical High School
Goshen, NY
06.2012

Skills

  • Welding and Fabrication
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Wood working/construction
  • Finish carpentry
  • Tile setting
  • Concrete form construction
  • Finish concrete

Accomplishments

  • Self-built a fully off-grid tiny home with solar and water systems.
  • Currently have a side business creating live edge counter tops and tables.

Timeline

Owner

Treeline Construction
04.2024 - Current

Lead Carpenter

High Sierra Remodeling
10.2023 - 04.2024

Heavy Truck and Equipment Mechanic

Urban Forest Professionals
01.2021 - 12.2021

Framer/Builder

Bidco Sheds and Tiny Homes
03.2020 - 01.2021

Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Al Pombo inc.
11.2018 - 06.2020

Snow Removal Operator (Seasonal)

Mike Klauss Excavating
11.2018 - 04.2020

Snow Removal Fleet Mechanic/Welder/Operator

Elements Mtn. Co.
09.2017 - 11.2018

Welder/Heavy Equipment Mechanic

Precision Heavy Equipment Repair
07.2016 - 08.2017

Bathroom Remodeler

Berkeley Tile
09.2014 - 07.2016

Welding Certification - Welding

Sussex County Technical School

High School Diploma - undefined

Orange/Ulster Technical High School