TYLER WARD
Vancouver,Washington
Summary
With over 13 years of progressive experience, i stand out as a highly skilled professional in the fields of maintenance from light to heavy depending on what is needing. I demonstrate a keen ability for problem-solving and innovative thinking, they have significantly improved workflow efficiency, equipment longevity, and productivity across diverse roles. Notably, my work has revolutionized saw filing techniques at Burton Mill Solutions and optimized robotic system functionality at Columbia Okura, showcasing a strong analytical approach to enhancing operational processes and team collaboration.
Professional technician with solid background in maintaining and repairing complex systems. Proven ability to enhance equipment reliability while working collaboratively within teams to meet dynamic operational demands. Renowned for adaptability and consistent delivery of high-quality results under varying conditions.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Lumber Yard Associate
Parr Lumber
08.2024 - Current
- Increased customer satisfaction through providing expert advice on lumber selection and usage.
- Enhanced shipment processes by inspecting incoming stock for quality assurance purposes before adding them to inventory.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflows and improve overall productivity.
- Facilitated faster order processing, accurately pulling material for customer orders.
Saw filer
Burton mill solutions
11.2023 - 08.2024
- Applied problem-solving skills to maintain and repair band saws
- Exhibited innovative thinking in maintaining saw shop equipment
- Ensured adherence to safety guidelines, minimizing accidents
- Streamlined team workflow, boosting productivity by 30% through innovative task management
- Revolutionized saw filing techniques, enhancing equipment longevity and reliability
Tipple 1 operator
Western Forestry Products
04.2022 - 11.2023
- Managed tipple chain conveyor operations at Western Forestry Products
- Ensured smooth transfer of presorted lumber from holding racks to stacking platform
- Prevented jams by maintaining lumber alignment on conveyor
- Collaborated with team to enhance lumber movement efficiency
- Innovatively resolved operational issues to minimize downtime
- Optimized conveyor operations, reducing lumber transfer times by streamlining processes
- Led a team effort to decrease conveyor jams, enhancing overall productivity
Robotics technician
Columbia Okura
02.2021 - 03.2022
- Conduct research to determine the parameters of a robotic application
- Design robotic systems from start to finish
- Develop and implement software that will control robots
- Create prototypes and work on necessary components (e.g
- Microprocessors)
- Develop cost-effective and efficient processes to produce the machines
- Perform integration tests and quality control
- Apply machine learning techniques
- Create complete documentation for robotic systems
- Monitor the use of robotic systems and optimize their functionality
- Troubleshoot defects in the robot design
- Keep abreast of advancements in robotics and relevant fields of engineering
- Designed and implemented robotic systems, ensuring efficiency and cost-effectiveness
- Led integration tests and quality control, enhancing robot functionality and reliability
- Applied machine learning to optimize robotic systems, pushing the boundaries of automation
Human Resources Sergeant
U.S Army
05.2015 - 01.2021
- Spearheaded HR operations for a Military Police Battalion, ensuring optimal personnel management
- Provided expert advice on awards, evaluations, promotions, and leaves
- Managed administrative functions for 467 soldiers, demonstrating excellent organizational skills
- Trained and supervised a team of 11, fostering a collaborative environment
- Achieved efficient distribution of mail and other administrative functions, enhancing battalion morale
- Demonstrated ability to lead teams towards productivity, ensuring timely completion of projects
- Revamped HR protocols, improving soldier data accuracy and access
- Enhanced battalion efficiency by streamlining personnel processes
- Mentored 11 HR staff, boosting team skills and performance
- Initiated a digital transformation in administrative tasks, cutting paperwork by 30%
Human resource specialist
U.S Army
05.2011 - 04.2015
- Managed HR tasks for 95 personnel, ensuring efficient administration
- Implemented strength management strategies
- Coordinated awards, promotions, and reductions
- Eager to learn and adapt, bringing a positive attitude and commitment to excellence in all tasks
- Streamlined HR operations for 95 personnel, boosting efficiency
- Developed new strength management strategies, enhancing team performance
Education
General Education - Business Administration
Clark College
Vancouver, Wa02.2025
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Innovative thinking
- Workflow optimization
- Team collaboration
- Preventive Maintenance
- Building maintenance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting skills
- Safety awareness
- Hand and power tools
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Mechanical repair
- Parts replacement
- Equipment installation
- Equipment Repair
- Tool management
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Power tools proficiency
- Drywall repair
- Painting
- Plumbing repairs
- Apartment maintenance
- Drywalling
- Groundskeeping
- Industrial equipment
- Hydraulic systems
- Door hardware
- Lighting systems
Timeline
Lumber Yard Associate
Parr Lumber
08.2024 - Current
Saw filer
Burton mill solutions
11.2023 - 08.2024
Tipple 1 operator
Western Forestry Products
04.2022 - 11.2023
Robotics technician
Columbia Okura
02.2021 - 03.2022
Human Resources Sergeant
U.S Army
05.2015 - 01.2021
Human resource specialist
U.S Army
05.2011 - 04.2015
General Education - Business Administration
Clark College
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