Tyler McDonald
Lindale,TX
Summary
To obtain a position within an organization involving or leading to supervisory responsibilities. To perform many tasks efficiently, productively, work well with others and be prepared to meet goal of quality.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Machinist Mate | Petty Officer 3rd Class
US Navy Newport News
Newport News, VA
05.2019 - 11.2021
- My key responsibilities as a PO3 Machinist Mate consisted of operating and maintaining ship propulsion machinery, auxiliary equipment, and outside machinery. Specifically, my job as a Po3 included aligning pipe systems for oil, water, air, and steam all while teaching sailors under me how to safely and properly handle and operate hand tools, precision instruments, lubricants, bearings, couplings, gears, valves, and pumps.
Carpenter | Helper
DML Builders Plymouth
Plymouth, MA
11.2021 - 05.2022
- My responsibilities as a carpenter helper are to ensure that all tools, equipment, and materials are transported to and from the work location. All while assisting carpenters in all functions of formwork throughout the worksite and reassuring my coworkers that the location is a safe work environment.
Commercial Construction | Foreman
DOW Construction Portsmouth
Portsmouth, VA
05.2022 - 12.2022
- During my 6 months as a commercial construction worker at DOW Construction I have gained many key responsibilities allowing me to work my way up to a foreman position as of July 2022. My responsibilities consisted of becoming adept at managing and coordinating construction workers, performing various onsite activities, developing schedules, and budgets and resolving any onsite issues. I feel as if I have become well developed with leadership skills, the ability to work well under pressure, and excellent building and mechanical knowledge during my time at this job.
Tower Technician | Top Hand
ET Tower Longview
Longview, TX
01.2023 - 05.2024
- Gained proficiency in all aspects of communication tower operations over past year. Executed installations and de-installations of transmission lines, antennas, radios, and dishes. Analyzed rigging plans to ensure correct execution and safe handling of equipment transportation. Worked at heights and adhered to safety protocols while recognizing potential hazards. Read blueprints accurately to guide project implementation and equipment setup. Constructed ice bridges from ground up for enhanced site access during operations. Prepared concrete pours for new tower stacks, ensuring structural integrity and compliance. Maintained availability for odd hours to meet project demands and deadlines.
Tower Technician
Prime Telecommunications Solutions
Gilmer, TX
05.2024 - Current
- Optimized signal strength in targeted coverage areas through precise antenna alignments with specialized tools.
- Executed safe rigging operations for heavy equipment during tower installation projects.
- Assembled necessary tools and determined installation methods to ensure project specifications were met.
- Implemented tower construction at heights of 400 feet, focusing on strict safety measures.
- Encouraged positive team morale by maintaining professionalism amid difficult job sites or weather conditions.
- Installed, troubleshot, and optimized telecommunications equipment, improving overall network performance.
- Rigged structures for building new towers or collocating antennas in compliance with FCC standards.
- Climbed towers safely to perform maintenance tasks, effectively reducing potential hazards.
Education
High school - Computer aided drafting, financial management
Plymouth South High school
Plymouth, MassachusettsSkills
- Climbing proficiency
- Repairs and troubleshooting
- Heavy equipment
- Antenna alignment
- Safety procedures
- Emergency planning
- Electrical systems
- System maintenance
- Equipment installation
- Weather resilience
- Fall protection
- Radio frequency awareness
- Coworker training
- EME awareness
- Signal testing
- Rappelling
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Electrical safety
- Physical strength
Certification
- OSHA 30-hour Outreach training program- Construction
- Class 7 (2019) electrical and internal combustion engine tractors- sit down rider- rough terrain forklift trucks- straight mast forklift- extended reach forklift in compliance with OSHA standard 29 CFR 1910, 1926 with 3-year evaluation due 2025
- Aerial Boom Lift Safety (OSHA 29 CFR 1910 & 1926 training)
- Scissors Lift Safety (OSHA 29 CFR 1926 subpart L training)
- Adult first aid/CPR/AED
- (Safety/lms/bridge training attached)
Timeline
Tower Technician
Prime Telecommunications Solutions
05.2024 - Current
Tower Technician | Top Hand
ET Tower Longview
01.2023 - 05.2024
Commercial Construction | Foreman
DOW Construction Portsmouth
05.2022 - 12.2022
Carpenter | Helper
DML Builders Plymouth
11.2021 - 05.2022
Machinist Mate | Petty Officer 3rd Class
US Navy Newport News
05.2019 - 11.2021
High school - Computer aided drafting, financial management
Plymouth South High school