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William Pursley

Snohomish

Summary

Skilled construction worker with 11 years experience seeking new opportunities to bring passion for organized labor. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker

Emerald Aire Inc
10.2023 - Current
  • Maximized efficiency on job sites with thorough planning, reducing wasted materials and minimizing labor costs.
  • Delivered cost-effective solutions by analyzing project requirements and utilizing innovative techniques where appropriate.
  • Took over completion of job for previous forman saving project and coming in on budget.
  • Currently preforming forman duties on Enso

Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker

HOLADAY PARKS, INC
05.2021 - 08.2023
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments
  • Observed safety practices and procedures to maintain safe and clean working environment
  • Used rulers, squares and scribes to measure and mark dimensions and reference lines on materials
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines
  • Fastened joints and seams together to assemble components into sheet metal products
  • Measured parts using calipers, gauges and micrometers to confirm adherence to quality standards on final inspections

Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker

Emerald Aire Inc
05.2019 - 02.2021
  • Nailed and welded pieces into place by securing paneled edges and machine-made molding to structures
  • Performed quality finishes by trimming and deburring to create smooth surfaces and joints of assembled parts
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility

Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker

Hermanson Company, LLP
09.2018 - 01.2019
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently
  • Operated fork lifts and duct jacks to maneuver completed units into position for installation
  • Completed apprenticeship became licensed Journeyman

Apprentice Sheet Metal Worker

Local 66
09.2013 - 09.2018
  • Learned how to design ductwork systems, fabricate systems from flat stock with hand tools, and install duck work as finished product
  • Became skilled in equipment and power tools required to preform work
  • Knowledgeable on how to conduct self on job site, coordinate with other trades and alleviate conflicts in the mechanical design
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments

Field Organizer

Local 66
04.2016 - 10.2016
  • As a passionate believer in unionism, volunteered to salt as a third year apprentice.
  • Successfully visited job sites to make connection with workers in industry.
  • Empathized with workers issues and motivated people to stand up for their rights.

Material Handler

MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions
09.2012 - 09.2013
  • Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to transfer large products from one area of warehouse to another, allowing for easier accessibility
  • Transported inventory items to appropriate locations
  • Kept storage areas organized, clean, and secure to fully protect company assets
  • Listened closely during team meetings to gain complete understanding of duties required for each shift, completing priority tasks first
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts

Education

Business - Business management, accounting and economics

Pierce College
Steilacoom, WA

Sheet Metal Apprentice -

Pierce College
Kirkland, WA
12.2018

Skills

  • Time management, Communication skills, Leadership, Design and Fabrication, Blueprint Interpretation, Product Assembly, Critical Thinking
  • Administrative support, Relationship building, Issue resolution, Community engagement

Timeline

Lead Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker

Emerald Aire Inc
10.2023 - Current

Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker

HOLADAY PARKS, INC
05.2021 - 08.2023

Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker

Emerald Aire Inc
05.2019 - 02.2021

Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker

Hermanson Company, LLP
09.2018 - 01.2019

Field Organizer

Local 66
04.2016 - 10.2016

Apprentice Sheet Metal Worker

Local 66
09.2013 - 09.2018

Material Handler

MacDonald-Miller Facility Solutions
09.2012 - 09.2013

Business - Business management, accounting and economics

Pierce College

Sheet Metal Apprentice -

Pierce College

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