Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Interests
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Zachary  Ewoldsen

Zachary Ewoldsen

Walnut Creek,CA

Summary

Dynamic and hardworking individual skilled in hand and power tool handling and effective organizational skills as well as a good attendance record and stamina to perform strenuous labor. Proven track record in welding techniques and safety protocols, fostering collaboration and optimizing positive job outcomes. Committed to excellence and continuous improvement in all endeavors. Personable and used to working outdoors. Adaptable to all types of situations and works productively with different personalities.


Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Ironworker Apprentice

Local Union 378
10.2024 - Current
  • Utilized hand and power tools for precise fabrication and assembly of metal structures
  • Interpreted blueprints to accurately position materials
  • Supported journeyman/foreman ironworkers in rigging operations, ensuring secure lifting and placement of heavy materials
  • Developed skills in welding techniques, receiving multiple certifications in welding competency according to AWS standards
  • Collaborated with experienced ironworkers to learn safety protocols and best practices on job sites

Service Technician

Revel Environmental Manufacturing
08.2023 - 09.2024
  • Trained new technicians on safety protocols and equipment operation standards
  • Managed inventory of tools and parts, ensuring availability for timely repairs and maintenance tasks
  • Inspected equipment to diagnose operational issues
  • Worked on site to maintain compliance with applicable environment regulations
  • Reduced hazardous waste generation through implementing effective waste minimization strategies
  • Maintained accurate records of all environmental activities, facilitating streamlined reporting processes and regulatory compliance
  • Improved environmental data accuracy by conducting thorough field inspections

Department Lead/Sales Associate

Ace Hardware
03.2021 - 08.2023
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures
  • Trained and mentored team members on product knowledge
  • Implemented inventory management systems to streamline stock replenishment processes
  • Analyzed sales data to optimize product placement for increased visibility
  • Boosted overall employee morale by fostering a positive work environment

Food Service Worker

Kinders Meats and Deli
03.2019 - 09.2020
  • Provided exceptional customer service in fast-paced deli environment
  • Prepared a variety of meats and deli products following safety and quality standards
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of food preparation areas to ensure compliance
  • Assisted in training new staff on food handling procedures and equipment usage

Chef

Mr. Luckys
09.2018 - 11.2018
  • Streamlined inventory management, reducing waste and optimizing ingredient usage
  • Participated in daily kitchen operations, coordinating activities among team members
  • Oversaw grill, stove, and oven, and cleaned equipment after every shift
  • Placed orders to restock items before supplies ran out
  • Prepared meals using popular recipes to generate repeat business

Prep Cook

Tulio's Italian Restaurant
03.2018 - 08.2018
  • Prepared menu items, ensuring freshness and presentation standards
  • Assisted chefs in preparing daily specials, maintaining kitchen workflow
  • Operated kitchen equipment, adhering to safety and sanitation protocols
  • Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes

Sales Associate

Speer Family Farms: Pumpkin Patch/Wonderland Christmas Trees
10.2017 - 01.2018
  • Set up equipment and stations for pumpkin patch/christmas tree lot activities and events
  • Sold pumpkins/christmas trees to customers
  • Unloaded trucks delivering seasonal product
  • Trimmed christmas trees and loaded/secured them to customer vehicles

Education

High School Diploma -

Prospect Continuation High School
Pleasant Hill, CA

EMT-B -

Bay Area Training Academy
Alameda, CA

Skills

  • Hand and power tool handling
  • Effective organizational skills
  • Prioritization and scheduling
  • Optimistic mindset

Certification

  • Confined space
  • Forklift operation
  • Aerial lift operation
  • Crane safety basics
  • Chevron CA refining safe work practices
  • Ladder safety
  • Principles of petroleum refining
  • Refinery safety
  • Rigging safety
  • TWIC card
  • EMT-B
  • AWR-160
  • ICS-100
  • ICS-700

Interests

  • Surfing
  • Rock Climbing
  • Camping
  • Skateboarding
  • Snowboarding

Timeline

Ironworker Apprentice

Local Union 378
10.2024 - Current

Service Technician

Revel Environmental Manufacturing
08.2023 - 09.2024

Department Lead/Sales Associate

Ace Hardware
03.2021 - 08.2023

Food Service Worker

Kinders Meats and Deli
03.2019 - 09.2020

Chef

Mr. Luckys
09.2018 - 11.2018

Prep Cook

Tulio's Italian Restaurant
03.2018 - 08.2018

Sales Associate

Speer Family Farms: Pumpkin Patch/Wonderland Christmas Trees
10.2017 - 01.2018

High School Diploma -

Prospect Continuation High School

EMT-B -

Bay Area Training Academy