Trevor Fortner
Walton,KY
Summary
Dedicated construction professional with over four years of experience in residential and commercial projects, demonstrating strong proficiency in project management, budgeting, and team leadership. Expertise includes hands-on construction techniques, advanced CAD design, precision mechanical assembly, and machine tool electrical operations. A commitment to quality and safety drives the pursuit of excellence in every project, consistently exceeding customer expectations and delivering outstanding results. Proven ability to adapt to diverse challenges while maintaining a focus on efficiency and innovation in the construction process.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Precision Assembly Apprentice
Fives Machining Systems
Hebron, KY
10.2025 - Current
- Assemble advanced industrial machine tools with integrated mechanical and electrical systems
- Perform high-precision laser alignment and calibration to meet exact tolerances
- Interpret schematics to wire and integrate complex machinery systems
- Build and configure composite-laying robots used in automated manufacturing
- Work on high-performance equipment requiring accuracy, efficiency, and technical skill
Contractor
B and R Construction Services LLC
Walton, KY
01.2020 - Current
- Renovated homes, finished basements, and built decks
- Performed concrete flatwork and foundations
- Designed and executed landscaping projects
- Maintained strong client communication
Restoration Technician
HOLSEN LLC
Cincinnati, OH
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Restored commercial properties damaged by water
- Maintained safe, organized job sites on multi-story buildings
- Performed concrete placement and finishing
- Safely operated scaffolding equipment
Intern
Allied Rail
Ludlow, KY
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Designed and modeled historical buildings using CAD
- Created 3D renderings using drone imagery
- Applied rendering software to produce detailed visualizations
Grocery Clerk
Kroger
Walton, KY
12.2022 - 06.2023
- Managed inventory and store organization
- Assisted customers and resolved complaints
Education
Construction Management
Northern Kentucky University
12-2024
Ignite Institute
05-2024
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Eastern Kentucky University
12-2022
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Gateway Technical Institute
05-2022
Skills
- Project coordination
- Team Leadership
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Safety awareness
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Attention to detail
- Honest and ethical
Certification
- FIVES Forklift Operation Certification (2026-2031)
- FIVES Crane Operation Certification (2026-2031)
- EPA Section 608 Universal Technician Certification (2024-Lifetime)
- OSHA 10 Certification (2024)
- NOCTI CAD Certification (2023–2025)
Timeline
Precision Assembly Apprentice
Fives Machining Systems
10.2025 - Current
Restoration Technician
HOLSEN LLC
05.2024 - 08.2024
Intern
Allied Rail
08.2023 - 05.2024
Grocery Clerk
Kroger
12.2022 - 06.2023
Contractor
B and R Construction Services LLC
01.2020 - Current
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Eastern Kentucky University
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Gateway Technical Institute
Construction Management
Northern Kentucky University
Ignite Institute
Hobbies & Additional Experience
- Climbing and rappelling, woodworking, hunting, fishing, kayaking, and camping.
- Currently building a robotic arm to showcase and promote manufacturing at career fairs, and at our local schools
- I was a part of a team of 3 to recreate a mid-1800s historical rail facility for the Ludlow Historical Museum using CAD. Developed detailed models and produced a 1:48 scale 3D-printed prototype representing the future museum project (2024).