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Ty Miller

Roanoke,VA

Summary

Renovations and restoration contractor familiar and safe with most hand and power tools. Familiar with heavy machinery operation. Quick learner with an eye for safe and efficient operations. Former engineering and welding instructor and former IT manager.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Freight Conductor

Norfolk Southern
Roanoke, VA
04.2023 - Current

Contractor

Self Employed Services
Baltimore, United States, MD
03.2020 - 04.2023
  • Renovated and produced physical structures to meet timeline and budgetary constraints.
  • Visited job sites and reviewed renovation plans to ascertain projects.
  • Applied changes requested by designers, owners or inspectors to optimize work.
  • Aligned work with budget, schedule and applicable building codes to maintain site safety.
  • Established scopes of work, budgets and construction timelines to manage and plan projects.
  • Minimized waste and oversaw cost-effective supplier purchases to reduce expenses.
  • Logged inventory of materials to maintain access to supplies.
  • Evaluated architectural plans and consulted with clients to understand project scope and objectives.
  • Improved resource allocation to control expenses.
  • Managed projects with large labor, equipment and material budgets.
  • Hired and managed subcontractors for electrical and plumbing installations.
  • Acquired new residential customers, commercial clients and construction partners to boost revenue.
  • Reviewed engineering documentation to determine construction operations.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Enforced company policies, answered coworkers' questions and trained new personnel.
  • Gathered and removed garbage, old furniture and other debris from job sites.
  • Replaced damaged flooring with carpet, linoleum, laminate or hardwood.
  • Completed tear-down of existing structures to prepare for new construction.
  • Improved yard landscaping by addressing grass, trees, bushes and weeds.
  • Installed insulation and drywall to improve energy efficiency in homes and businesses.
  • Utilized skills in plumbing, carpentry and basic electrical work to repair building systems.
  • Used spackling and sanding to fill holes, primed walls and applied neutral paint colors.
  • Used sandpaper, pumice, rouge, wax and other finishing materials to polish painted surfaces.
  • Installed, repaired and updated plumbing supply lines and fixtures, electrical systems and HVAC systems.
  • Scheduled vendors and resources for maximum use of resources and minimal cost to enable timely completion of projects.
  • Applied chemical treatments to eliminate and prevent infections and rodent infestations.

Assistant Technical Director - Grades K1-12

Park School - Arts/IT Dept.
Baltimore, United States
08.2022 - 02.2023
  • Diagnosed and repaired technical issues across systems and software.
  • Troubleshot malfunctions with systems and programs to pinpoint root cause of issues and restore.
  • Executed and implemented solutions on time and within budget constraints.
  • Offered technical helpdesk support to customers on printers, PCs and laptops and mobile devices.
  • Educated students in technical aspects within live theatre
  • Basic electrical wiring and plumbing
  • Liaised between stage managers and technicians to ensure all cues were executed accurately during performances.
  • Assisted in the development of technical design documents and drawings for theatrical productions.
  • Provided direction and guidance to crew members on the setup and operation of lighting, sound, and other technical equipment.
  • Collaborated with production teams to ensure that all technical requirements were met.
  • Attended weekly production meetings to discuss upcoming shows.
  • Adapted plans quickly when unexpected events occurred during a show.
  • Instructed crews on proper methods for rigging scenery pieces safely.
  • Performed regular maintenance on equipment such as dimmers, consoles, speakers.
  • Maintained detailed records of expenses related to technical operations.
  • Monitored budgets for each production and ensured cost effectiveness was maintained throughout the process.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations during rehearsals and performances.
  • Maintained inventory of IT equipment and supplies.
  • Created cue sheets detailing exact timings for lighting changes throughout the show.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines.
  • Offered decision-makers ROI and cost-benefit projections to guide project development and implementation.
  • Delivered comprehensive training sessions on new technologies and systems to client staff.

Engineering and Safety Consultant - Grades 9-12

Park School - Science Dept.
, United States
04.2022 - 02.2023
  • Taught engineering principles and hands-on experiments primarily in the classroom compared to a workshop environment
  • Assisted in designing classes on a weekly basis and executing them
  • Safely and proficiently assisted in teaching students proper use of multiple power tools, procedures and construction techniques
  • Held safety training and traffic safety instructional courses which led to marked improvements in safety culture across personnel groups.
  • Conducted safety briefings to inform crews of safety hazards.
  • MIG welding instructor
  • Maintained records of injuries, illnesses, near misses, unsafe acts or conditions.
  • Created safety audits to ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.
  • Conducted regular inspections of facilities to ensure safe working conditions are maintained.
  • Maintained adequate supply of approved safety and PPE supplies for work force.

Welding Instructor

Manor Mill Arts Education Center
07.2022 - 08.2022
  • Creating ciriculum and teaching Intro-to-Welding courses safely and proficiently in MIG welding
  • Monitored inventory levels of supplies needed for successful completion of projects.
  • Performed regular maintenance on all welding equipment to ensure its functionality.
  • Utilized a variety of teaching strategies such as lectures, demonstrations, hands-on activities, and group discussions depending on the class size and needs of the students.
  • Demonstrated various welding processes to ensure student comprehension.

School Outreach Coordinator, Sound Engineer

Manor Mill
Baltimore, United States
10.2021 - 08.2022
  • Middle and high school ages
  • Troubleshooted and resolved technical problems.
  • Operated control consoles to regulate volume levels and sound quality.
  • Managed setup and tear-down of sound and music equipment before and after performances to promote efficient workflow.
  • Utilized recording equipment to record music and speech.
  • Partnered with performers and producers to determine and create desired sounds for productions.
  • Coordinated setup and breakdown of live events and concerts.
  • Repaired and maintained audio equipment, such as mixers, microphones, amplifiers and switching devices.
  • Separated instruments, vocals, and other sounds, and combined sounds during mixing or postproduction stage.
  • Prepared for live recording sessions by selecting and setting up microphones,
  • Installed and provided maintenance for control consoles, audio routers, recording equipment, microphones, digital audio systems, remote equipment, transmitters and networking systems.
  • Installed and integrated live audio equipment and 12-volt systems to suit various applications and venues.

Shop/safety Manager, Tech Coordinator, Art Education Progamming Assistant, Classroom Support, Owner/Operator

Private General Contracting and Renovations
Baltimore, United States
07.2021 - 08.2022
  • Conducted trainings for company employees on safety initiatives to comply with federal regulations.
  • Minimized injuries and hazards in regards to personnel with creation of robust safety programs, policies and procedures.
  • Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
  • Inspected company buildings and job sites to identify possible hazardous conditions and immediately remedied these issues with corrective actions.
  • Orchestrated and led meetings to convey essential safety-related information, address occupational safety inquiries, issues or concerns and promote continuity of training initiatives.
  • Spearheaded safety meetings with key members of organization to ascertain methods to improve overall safety for employees.
  • Trained teams on specific operations, applicable procedures and techniques for each job site.
  • Supervised performance of workers with goals of improving productivity, efficiency and cost savings.
  • Improved lockout and tagout maintenance procedures to maximize worker safety.
  • Monitored supplier operations to verify quality, delivery schedule and conformance to contract specifications.
  • Oversaw project execution, phase progress, workmanship and team performance to drive on-time completion of deliverables.
  • Maintained records of inspection findings, hazard assessments, and corrective actions taken.
  • Performed risk assessments prior to any changes in operations or equipment modifications.
  • Inspected facilities regularly for compliance with OSHA standards.
  • Conducted regular safety meetings for staff to ensure compliance with safety regulations.
  • Set up tools, dies, jigs, fixtures, gauges and other related parts for use in production operations.
  • Structured HR consulting services to support clients during organizational developments and changes.
  • Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships.
  • Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.

Renovations/Operations/Logistics/IT Manager

Manor Mill Arts Education Center
Baltimore, United States
03.2020 - 08.2022
  • Basic-Advanced general construction (Framing, electrical, structural design, finishing, landscaping, rigging, etc)
  • High-speed internet/CCTV installation
  • Led and managed projects to support logistics efforts and plans.
  • Supervised daily management of logistics and transportation activities, eliminating waste.
  • Troubleshot and formulated strategies for expected and unanticipated logistics issues.

Groundskeeping

Park School
, United States
01.2020 - 06.2020

STEM/Engineering Tutor

Self Employed Services
Baltimore, United States
06.2019 - 09.2019
  • Supervised and motivated students during instruction with equipment and supplemental materials.
  • Developed handouts, study materials and quizzes.
  • Used engaging teaching methods to help students achieve success in computer science.
  • Helped students with subject knowledge as well as general abilities in learning, studying and retaining information.
  • Offered academic support in various subjects outside classrooms.

Education

High School Diploma -

Park School of Baltimore
Baltimore, United States
06.2021

Skills

  • Equipment selection
  • Live sound production
  • Sound design
  • Sound editing
  • Recording equipment operation
  • Setting up microphones
  • Audio mixing
  • Operating control consoles
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Equipment coordination
  • Equipment setup
  • Machinery Operations
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Machinery Operation
  • DOT and Safety Compliance
  • Attention to Detail
  • Workplace Safety
  • Good Communication
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Forklift and Pallet Jack Operation
  • Quality Control
  • Performance Management
  • Machine Maintenance
  • CNC Machines
  • Power and Hand Tools
  • PPE Compliance
  • Safe Machine Operation
  • Safety Standards Compliance
  • Machine Setup and Shutdown
  • Brake Press Operation
  • Edge Joining
  • Time Management
  • Welding Techniques
  • Brakes and Shears Operation
  • Workpiece Examinations
  • Solder Application
  • Filler Rod Selection
  • Micrometers and Calipers
  • Subcontractor Relations
  • Job Bidding
  • Power and Hand Tool Operation
  • Building Codes and Regulations
  • Basic Math
  • Maintenance & Repair
  • Active Listening
  • Data Management
  • Supervision & Leadership
  • First Aid/CPR

Interests

PERSONAL PROJECTS , Park School technical crew member (09/2015 - 06/2021) Constructed countless sets Experience in all departments of technical theatre at Park Crew leader 2019-2021 Volunteered or hired for multiple events at Park after graduation Achievements/Tasks

Timeline

Freight Conductor

Norfolk Southern
04.2023 - Current

Assistant Technical Director - Grades K1-12

Park School - Arts/IT Dept.
08.2022 - 02.2023

Welding Instructor

Manor Mill Arts Education Center
07.2022 - 08.2022

Engineering and Safety Consultant - Grades 9-12

Park School - Science Dept.
04.2022 - 02.2023

School Outreach Coordinator, Sound Engineer

Manor Mill
10.2021 - 08.2022

Shop/safety Manager, Tech Coordinator, Art Education Progamming Assistant, Classroom Support, Owner/Operator

Private General Contracting and Renovations
07.2021 - 08.2022

Contractor

Self Employed Services
03.2020 - 04.2023

Renovations/Operations/Logistics/IT Manager

Manor Mill Arts Education Center
03.2020 - 08.2022

Groundskeeping

Park School
01.2020 - 06.2020

STEM/Engineering Tutor

Self Employed Services
06.2019 - 09.2019

High School Diploma -

Park School of Baltimore