Travis Rowsell
Hooper
Summary
Dynamic, safety-focused professional with over 15 years of experience in residential construction, industrial manufacturing, and heavy equipment operation. Expertise in high-precision flooring installation, specialized stone manufacturing, and heavy-duty mill relining. Proficient in interpreting blueprints, operating hydraulic and pneumatic tools, and managing complex projects under tight deadlines while maintaining a zero-incident safety record. Committed to delivering exceptional results through meticulous attention to detail and a strong emphasis on safety protocols.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Floor Installer
Step Into Excellence Corporation
Elk Ridge, UT
01.2020 - Current
- Installed various types of flooring, ensuring quality and durability standards were met.
- Conduct moisture tests and subfloor inspections to prevent warping; apply leveling compounds for stable surfaces.
- Utilize specialized power tools for precision cuts around complex obstacles including hearths, vents, and doorframes.
- Calculate square footage and material requirements from blueprints to minimize waste and ensure cost-efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize installation processes for efficiency and accuracy.
Order Selector
Associated Foods Distribution Center
Farr West, UT
03.2023 - 11.2023
- Accurately selected grocery, fresh, and frozen items from warehouse racks to fulfill high-volume retail store orders.
- Operated double electric pallet jacks (riding jacks) and forklifts to transport materials through aisles safely.
- Utilized the Lucas voice-directed headset system to locate products and confirm slot accuracy.
- Built and stacked stable pallets based on weight distribution (heavy-to-light) to ensure structural integrity.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely order fulfillment and accuracy in shipments.
Mill Reline Technician
Kaltech LLC
Murray, UT
10.2020 - 09.2022
- Operated 7-axis robotic liner handlers to position multi-ton steel liners, significantly reducing mill downtime.
- Executed rapid removal/replacement of wear liners in SAG and Ball mills under strict "shutdown" deadlines.
- Maintained a zero-incident safety record while managing high-risk LOTO and Confined Space Entry procedures.
- Utilized hydraulic torque multipliers and pneumatic knockers to secure liners to exact OEM specifications.
Assembly Line Worker
Harristone Stone Veneer
Ogden, UT
12.2018 - 08.2020
- Managed concrete aggregate pouring and vibration table operations to ensure structural integrity of stone products.
- Applied decorative finishes and performed quality control inspections for color consistency and alignment.
- Packaged and palletized finished stone veneer (50+ lbs) while maintaining 5S lean manufacturing standards.
Buyer / Yard Operator
Metro Group Inc.
North Salt Lake, UT
05.2018 - 10.2018
- Operated high-capacity forklifts and loaders to organize bulk scrap metal and optimize yard traffic flow.
- Evaluated and graded non-ferrous metals (copper, aluminum, brass) based on purity and market data.
- Negotiated pricing with industrial vendors and processed transactions using industrial scale software.
Floor Installer
Step Into Excellence Corporation
Elk Ridge, UT
06.2008 - 05.2018
- Mastered residential flooring trades, finish carpentry, and workspace management over a 10-year tenure.
Education
High School Diploma -
Granite Connection High School (Central High School)
South Salt Lake, UT06-2008
Skills
- Flooring (All Types), Subfloor Prep, Blueprint Reading, Flooring Project Management
- Rigging/Slinging, LOTO (Lockout/Tagout), Confined Space Entry
- Warehouse Management Systems, Inventory Management & Quality Control
- Material Handling, Material Waste Reduction
- Certified Forklift & Reach Forks Operator
- Class D Driver's License
- Hydraulic & Pneumatic Tools
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Fleet/Yard Optimization
- OSHA Safety Standards
- Precision Measuring
- Excellent Work Ethic
Timeline
Order Selector
Associated Foods Distribution Center
03.2023 - 11.2023
Mill Reline Technician
Kaltech LLC
10.2020 - 09.2022
Floor Installer
Step Into Excellence Corporation
01.2020 - Current
Assembly Line Worker
Harristone Stone Veneer
12.2018 - 08.2020
Buyer / Yard Operator
Metro Group Inc.
05.2018 - 10.2018
Floor Installer
Step Into Excellence Corporation
06.2008 - 05.2018
High School Diploma -
Granite Connection High School (Central High School)