Willard Bell
Cleveland,TX
Summary
Experienced technician skilled in blueprint analysis and metal assembly, consistently delivering projects on time while maintaining high safety and quality standards.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Fabricator/Installation and Service Technician
Kasey's Welding
Cleveland, TX
12.2025 - Current
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to understand project specifications.
- Assembled metal structures with precision using hand and power tools, ensuring structural integrity.
- Conducted quality checks on fabricated parts, verifying compliance with industry standards and specifications.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace to promote safety and efficiency.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects within set timelines.
- Assisted in troubleshooting equipment issues during the fabrication process.
- Followed safety protocols consistently to minimize workplace hazards and risks.
- Used hand tools to position, align and secure product components.
- Measured and marked material for cutting or shaping using measuring tools.
- Installed fabricated items according to detailed drawings and specifications, ensuring proper functionality and alignment.
- Cut materials such as steel plates, tubes, bars, angles, channels using hand tools and power saws.
- Fitted and aligned parts to fit properly on products.
- Interpreted blueprints to determine job requirements including dimensions and tolerances.
- Performed grinding operations using grinders or buffers to smooth surfaces after welding.
- Assembled components into subassemblies or complete units prior to installation.
Cook
Big O's
Cleveland, TX
02.2024 - 12.2025
- Prepared ingredients and meals according to recipes and menu specifications.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen workstations and equipment.
- Managed inventory by restocking supplies to ensure seamless kitchen operations.
- Coordinated with team members to deliver timely meal service during peak hours, enhancing overall dining experience.
- Followed food safety guidelines to prevent contamination and ensure quality standards.
- Operated kitchen equipment, including grills, ovens, and fryers safely and efficiently.
- Communicated effectively with front-of-house staff to coordinate orders and special requests.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Maintained a clean working environment by sweeping, mopping floors, washing surfaces and emptying trash cans.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment with teammates to consistently achieve high customer satisfaction.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Wrapped, dated and labeled food items in storage for safety and freshness.
- Followed established procedures and requirements for safe food handling, storage and service.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
- Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
- Organized storage areas for efficient usage of space.
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove, and refrigerator.
- Managed portion control using correct utensils during preparation and plating.
- Set up and performed initial prep work for soups, sauces, and salads.
- Retained consistent quality and high accuracy when preparing identical dishes every day.
Grill Cook
Cracker Barrell
Conroe, TX
2023 - 01.2024
- Grilled meats and vegetables to perfection using various cooking techniques.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of grilling stations to enhance workflow and safety.
- Followed food safety guidelines to ensure high-quality meal preparation.
- Coordinated with kitchen staff to streamline food order processes, improving service speed during peak hours.
- Monitored cooking times and temperatures for consistent results.
- Prepared ingredients by chopping, marinating, and seasoning for grilling tasks.
- Communicated effectively with servers to ensure timely meal delivery.
- Followed proper sanitation procedures during food preparation and storage.
- Made sure that all orders were filled in an accurate and timely manner.
- Cleaned and organized grilling area, stocked supplies, and prepared food items to order.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of line workstations.
- Ensured all food was cooked to the correct temperature as per health code regulations.
- Performed closing duties such as organizing leftovers into containers for refrigeration or disposal, cleaning grills, and emptying grease traps.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Grilled various cuts of meat and seafood items to meet customer specifications and food handling standards.
- Adhered to safety standards to ensure a secure work environment.
- Restocked kitchen supplies regularly.
- Trained new employees on grill operations and safety protocols, fostering a culture of safety and efficiency.
- Maintained knowledge of current menu items, garnishes, ingredients, and preparation methods.
- Seasoned and cooked food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience.
- Operated cash register accurately and efficiently when needed.
- Inspected equipment daily for cleanliness and functionality prior to use.
- Monitored grill temperature to ensure proper cooking times.
- Communicated effectively with customers regarding orders and special requests.
- Distributed prepared food to servers.
- Stored food in designated containers and storage areas to prevent spoilage.
- Responded promptly and courteously to guest inquiries and complaints.
- Utilized kitchen utensils and equipment to weigh, measure and mix ingredients according to recipes or personal judgment.
- Reviewed quality standards and verified continuous application throughout kitchen environment.
- Monitored kitchen productivity and assessed overall productivity and workflow.
- Prepared a variety of foods including salads, sandwiches and entrees using established recipes.
- Organized delivery services for catering events as requested.
- Helped other staff members complete job tasks during peak times to keep kitchen running efficiently.
- Maintained clean and orderly appearance throughout kitchen and dining area.
- Set up work stations prior to restaurant opening to improve speed during busy periods.
- Checked quality of food products to meet high standards.
- Established and maintained open, collaborative relationships with kitchen team to maximize efficiency.
- Helped management stay on top of supply needs by sharing information about low or spoiled inventory.
- Handled advanced thawing and food pre-preparation for upcoming meals.
- Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
- Checked temperature of freezers and refrigerators to maintain proper storage of cold items.
- Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
- Chopped, diced and sliced ingredients for stir-fries, salads and appetizers.
- Monitored supply inventory and rotated stock to maintain optimal freshness and reduce waste.
- Garnished and arranged plated meals.
- Portioned food onto plates, added garnishes and sauces and handed off to wait staff for serving.
Commercial Fencer
Corebridge Fence
Shepherd, Texas
2021 - 2023
- Installed residential and commercial fencing using various materials and tools.
- Collaborated with clients to assess and understand specific fencing needs and preferences, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Operated machinery for cutting, shaping, and assembling fence components.
- Followed safety protocols while working on job sites to ensure a safe environment.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring they were in good working condition.
- Trained new team members on fencing techniques and safety practices to ensure high-quality workmanship and compliance.
- Coordinated with suppliers for timely delivery of fencing materials and supplies.
- Inspected completed projects for quality assurance and adherence to specifications.
- Removed existing fence structures in preparation for new installation.
- Utilized wheelbarrows and shovels to transport materials around job sites safely.
- Cut metal pipe, wire mesh and other materials as needed during construction projects.
- Maintained fences by repairing broken boards, replacing rotten posts and painting.
- Secured fence posts with concrete mix when necessary for support.
- Inspected old fencing structures for damage or deterioration before repairs were made.
- Assisted in loading and unloading trucks with supplies used in fencing projects.
- Removed rocks, stones and other debris from areas where fencing was to be installed.
- Handled residential and commercial projects, which involved installing wire, wood and vinyl fences at different locations.
- Recommended appropriate fencing types to customers based on their unique requirements, leading to informed decision-making.
- Installed posts, rails, panels and other materials using hand tools.
- Attached panels securely to posts using screws, nails, bolts or other fasteners.
- Identified and measured fencing areas to be constructed.
- Used power saws and drills to cut lumber into specific sizes to build fences.
- Replaced damaged sections of wood fence with vinyl or composite material.
- Constructed custom gates for driveways or entrances to yards.
- Measured distances between post holes accurately to ensure a secure fit.
- Cleaned up debris from work area after completion of each project.
- Communicated effectively with clients regarding expectations on quality of workmanship.
- Adhered strictly to local building codes when constructing fences according to plan.
- Checked the alignment of all components of the structure after installation was complete.
- Repaired broken post braces and fence panels to maintain structural integrity.
- Followed safety guidelines while operating power tools such as drills and saws.
- Installed electric fencing systems with energizers and grounding systems.
- Loaded fencing tools and materials onto trucks before shift start and unloaded products at job site.
- Used measuring and marking equipment to measure and mark site locations or placement of structures or equipment.
- Followed safety guidelines for using tools, equipment and heavy machinery to avoid accidents and injury.
- Completed work in different weather conditions and on diverse ground types.
- Constructed metal, chain link and wooden fences and borders.
- Positioned and clamped work pieces together to assemble jig fixtures.
- Operated disc grinder to smooth out, weld or grind parts.
- Planned and laid out work according to prepared sketches and blueprints.
- Used estimation skills to determine materials and labor hours required for job.
- Assembled, packed and shipped fence panels with selected packing devices and shipping containers to protect load shipment.
- Marked and laid out fence lines and pole locations in accordance with work order and project specifications.
- Used spades and augers to dig fence post holes.
- Attached rails and tension wire along bottoms of posts to form fencing frames.
- Mentored new employees, coaching in job tasks and company procedures.
- Created postholes with appropriate equipment, including spades and posthole diggers and backfilled holes with dirt or concrete to secure fencing.
- Loaded fencing materials and tools onto trucks for transport to job site.
- Removed materials and tools and cleaned up job site after project completion.
- Fastened fence gates into position using appropriate tools.
- Adhered to strict safety protocols to minimize risk of accidents and injuries.
- Built and performed repairs on retaining walls and trellises.
- Stretch wire and wire mesh between posts.
- Built picket fences by nailing pointed slats to rails.
- Delivered pricing estimates for fences to customers.
- Used welding equipment to fuse metal fencing components together.
- Verified vertical alignment of posts, utilizing plumb bobs and spirit levels.
- Blasted rock formations and rocky areas with dynamite to facilitate posthole digging.
House Leveler
Joe Faulkner
Cleveland, TX
2019 - 2022
- Raised and leveled structures to ensure stability.
- Utilized various hand tools, including electric saws, levels, and drills, to complete construction tasks accurately.
- Proposed ideas and solutions that improved team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Resolved customer issues with knowledgeable and friendly service, contributing to high satisfaction.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Worked closely with team members to meet project objectives and deadlines.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Fredric A. Dauglas Learning Academy
Cleveland, TX05-2020
Skills
- Metal assembly and fabrication
- Sheet metal work
- Blueprint interpretation
- Quality control and assurance
- Equipment troubleshooting
- Hand and power tool proficiency
- Measurement tool expertise
- Tool safety
- Project coordination and management
- Attention to detail
- Team collaboration and support
- Effective communication skills
Timeline
Fabricator/Installation and Service Technician
Kasey's Welding
12.2025 - Current
Cook
Big O's
02.2024 - 12.2025
Grill Cook
Cracker Barrell
2023 - 01.2024
Commercial Fencer
Corebridge Fence
2021 - 2023
House Leveler
Joe Faulkner
2019 - 2022
High School Diploma -
Fredric A. Dauglas Learning Academy