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Overview
Work History
Education
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References
Other Experience And Skills
Certification
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Steve Rehder

Terrebonne

Summary

Manufacturing and fabrication professional with over 20 years of expertise in CNC and manual machining, welding, and custom builds. Proficient in van conversions, residential construction, and mechanical assembly, with certifications in forklift operation and rigging. Demonstrated ability to interpret blueprints, execute precision measurements, and produce high-quality work. Committed to safety and efficiency, with a strong work ethic and adaptability in diverse environments.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Van Conversion & Interior Fabrication

Swell Van Company
Bend
05.2022 - 09.2024
  • Experienced in custom van conversions, designing and building complete interior systems including paneling, cabinetry, and upholstery to client specifications
  • Skilled in designing and installing full electrical and plumbing systems, including solar power setups, cabin heaters (gas/diesel), and off-grid capabilities
  • Proficient in roof rack installation, custom fabrication, and high-quality finishing work to meet both aesthetic and functional project goals

Machining & Fabrication

Bright Wood Corporation
Madras
04.2000 - 04.2020
  • Operated manual mills, lathes, arbor and hydraulic presses; broached keyways, cut internal/external threads, performed flame cutting, and MIG/stick welding
  • Interpreted blueprints, performed precision measurements, drafted part designs; removed/replaced bearings, bushings, seals, and maintained coolant systems
  • Certified in forklift operation, industrial rigging, and safe use of overhead cranes/boom trucks; conducted equipment inspections and mechanical troubleshooting

CNC and Manual Machining

Keith Manufacturing
Madras
03.1996 - 04.2000
  • Set up, operated, and programmed CNC mills; proficient in setting up and operating manual mills and lathes for precision parts production
  • Operated band saws for material cutting; licensed forklift operator with experience in safe material transport and shop logistics
  • Performed precision measurements and inspections to ensure adherence to tight machining tolerances and engineering specification

Education

Associates of Applied Science - Manufacturing Process Technology

Central Oregon Community College
Bend, OR
01.1996

High School Diploma -

Redmond High School
Redmond, OR
01.1994

Skills

Basic Residential Construction

Framing, cabinetry, siding, flooring, and some painting

Custom Van Building

Flooring, insulation, kitchen cabinetry

Stove, sink and water supply installation

Custom built-to-order beds, battery boxes, closets

Hemp Farming

Planting, harvesting, cloning, bucking and trimming, bucking and hanging, picking rocks

Crew supervision and management, field take down

Locksmith

Commercial and residential rekeying and master key systems

Door hardware installation

Basic Gunsmith

Repair and custom building of pistols, rifles and shotguns

Feeding and operating malfunction troubleshooting

References

  • Jay Roth, Bright Wood Corporation, 541-777-0032
  • Seth Caldwell, Swell Van Company, 512-351-5232
  • John Oullette, 541-420-9427
  • Rick Lauman, 541-390-3814
  • Hannah Copeland, 541-771-0219

Other Experience And Skills

  • Designed and built custom van interiors, including flooring, insulation, cabinetry, battery boxes, and built-to-order beds and closets; installed sinks, stoves, and water supply systems
  • Skilled in framing, cabinetry, siding, flooring installation, and painting for residential projects
  • Experience in basic gunsmithing—repairing and custom-building pistols, rifles, and shotguns; skilled in troubleshooting feeding and operating malfunctions
  • Performed commercial and residential rekeying and installation of master key systems and door hardware
  • Worked in hemp farming—planting, cloning, trimming, harvesting, bucking, and rock removal; supervised crews and managed field takedown operations

Certification

  • Fork Lift License

Timeline

Van Conversion & Interior Fabrication

Swell Van Company
05.2022 - 09.2024

Machining & Fabrication

Bright Wood Corporation
04.2000 - 04.2020

CNC and Manual Machining

Keith Manufacturing
03.1996 - 04.2000

Associates of Applied Science - Manufacturing Process Technology

Central Oregon Community College

High School Diploma -

Redmond High School

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