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Thomas Brandt

Dubuque

Summary

Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lawn Mower

GRTD
Dubuque
05.2024 - 08.2024
  • Operated commercial lawn mowers for residential and commercial properties.
  • Maintained equipment by performing regular inspections and minor repairs.
  • Applied fertilizers and pesticides according to safety guidelines and regulations.
  • Cut grass, trimmed trees, and bushes and blew clippings off pavement.
  • Operated riding and push-type lawn mowers to cut grass on residential properties.
  • Removed brush, limbs and other debris from customers' property at end of jobs.
  • Raked and removed leaves, blowing debris from sidewalk and parking areas.
  • Adjusted cutting heights on riding and push-type lawn mowers according to customer's preferences.
  • Edged lawns and flowerbeds using gas-powered and rotary edging tools.
  • Checked fuel levels before beginning jobs and refilled when necessary.
  • Transported lawn mowers from one location to another using a truck or trailer.
  • Lifted and carried heavy items using dolly and other hauling equipment.
  • Cut yards into patterned diagonals to match customers' requests.
  • Cleaned lawn mowers after each use according to manufacturer specifications.

Machinist

Adams Company
Dubuque
04.2022 - 04.2024
  • Operated CNC machines to produce precision components for manufacturing processes.
  • Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate machining specifications.
  • Monitored machine operations to uphold quality standards during production runs.
  • Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.
  • Utilized measuring instruments to verify dimensions and tolerances of finished products.
  • Trained new machinists in equipment operation and best practices for machining.
  • Changed worn cutting tools during operation to maintain efficiency.
  • Adjusted machine controls and settings when programming issues occurred.

Forklift Operator

Georgia Pacific
Dubuque
01.2021 - 03.2022
  • Operated forklifts to transport materials throughout warehouse efficiently.
  • Conducted daily safety inspections on equipment prior to operation.
  • Maintained accurate inventory records using warehouse management systems.
  • Loaded and unloaded products from trucks and storage areas with precision.
  • Performed daily maintenance checks on forklifts to guarantee optimal performance.
  • Received incoming shipments, verifying quantity, condition, and compliance with purchase orders.
  • Followed standard work instructions for picking, sorting, and staging products accurately.
  • Assisted in loading pallets onto trailers for shipment, ensuring smooth logistics.

Commercial Roofer

Giese Roofing Company
Dubuque
03.2019 - 01.2021
  • Cut materials using hand tools, including scissors and utility knives, based on on-site measurements.
  • Installed rubber, metal, and shingle roofing on various commercial buildings.
  • Inspected roofs for damage and provided detailed repair recommendations.
  • Disassembled old roofs and managed disposal of components.
  • Ensured complete debris removal from job site after each shift.
  • Replaced damaged tiles or membrane sections on flat roofs as necessary.
  • Operated heavy machinery, such as forklifts and cranes, for material handling.
  • Applied plastic coatings, membranes, fiberglass, or felt to sloped roofs in preparation for shingle installation.

Tinner

Giese Sheet Metal
Dubuque
01.2017 - 01.2018
  • Fabricated metal components with precision tools to meet project specifications.
  • Installed sheet metal products in residential and commercial buildings, ensuring structural integrity.
  • Adhered to safety protocols while handling sharp materials and operating machinery.

Education

High School Diploma -

Dubuque Senior High School
Dubuque, IA
06-2013

Skills

  • Equipment maintenance
  • Lawn care techniques
  • Landscape trimming
  • Sheet metal installation
  • CNC machining
  • Blueprint interpretation
  • Hazardous material handling
  • Attention to detail
  • Safety compliance
  • Roofing systems
  • Sheet metal bending
  • Hand tool proficiency
  • HVAC installation
  • Air duct assembly
  • Fastening techniques
  • Power tool operation
  • Forklift operation
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Warehouse safety
  • Efficient data entry
  • Materials movement
  • Training and mentoring
  • Material packaging
  • Barcode scanning
  • Certified forklift operator
  • Heavy industrial equipment
  • CNC programming
  • Part inspection
  • Chip control
  • Machine and tool maintenance
  • Coolant management
  • Broaching operations
  • Blueprints interpretation
  • Precision measuring
  • Lathe machine operation
  • Thread cutting
  • Cutting tool geometry
  • Monitoring gauges
  • Surface grinding
  • Machine loading
  • Quality assurance
  • Machine calibration
  • Running machines
  • Waste reduction

Affiliations

  • Woodworking
  • Tattooing
  • Antique tools
  • Boating
  • Kayaking , Fishing, Hunting

Certification

  • Forklift Certified
  • confined space work
  • Lockout tagout

Timeline

Lawn Mower

GRTD
05.2024 - 08.2024

Machinist

Adams Company
04.2022 - 04.2024

Forklift Operator

Georgia Pacific
01.2021 - 03.2022

Commercial Roofer

Giese Roofing Company
03.2019 - 01.2021

Tinner

Giese Sheet Metal
01.2017 - 01.2018

High School Diploma -

Dubuque Senior High School

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