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Brian Donahue

El Cajon

Summary

Experienced lead installer with a strong background in supervising teams and installing complex systems. Known for precision, logistical skills, and problem-solving abilities, contributing to successful project completions and customer satisfaction.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Installer

Gutters Plus
Los Angeles
10.2025 - 04.2026
  • Cut and fabricated gutters to precise dimensions for efficient installation.
  • install gutters
  • install downspouts
  • supervise tear off
  • seal and clean up
  • Loaded van with materials for timely transportation to job sites.
  • collect payment

Lead Installer

Aquatech
Point Loma
11.2024 - 06.2025
  • load van
  • supervise helper to tear of old gutters
  • cut/fabricat gutters
  • install gutters
  • install downspouts
  • sealed joints and cleaned work area for customer satisfaction upon job completion
  • Collected payment from customers upon job completion

Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker

Krueger Sheet Metal
Seattle
02.2022 - 10.2023
  • use crane and specialized equipment to to rig panels for installation
  • operated boom and scissor lift, along with swing stage, to install foam core panels efficiently
  • installed panels and flashings
  • trimmed panels to precise lengths for installation
  • Utilized forklift to safely move and stack inventory
  • Received and organized materials upon delivery

Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker

Emerald Aire
Kent
08.2020 - 12.2021
  • installed shaft duct to facilitate airflow
  • routed duct for amenity space to optimize air distribution
  • garage exhaust and fans
  • insulated shaft for garage exhaust duct
  • installed fans and equipment to enhance ventilation
  • Constructed racks to securely hold condensers in place.
  • installed ptac sleeves and later the ptacs

Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker

Hermanson
Seattle
02.2018 - 06.2020
  • Installed ductwork in accordance with project specifications
  • coordinated scheduling to optimize workflow and meet project deadlines
  • Organized and replenished materials at job site for easy access
  • received and sorted deliveries to ensure timely access to materials on job site
  • Conducted pre-punch list inspections to identify outstanding work
  • restored and maintained historical buildings to preserve architectural integrity

Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker

McKinstry
Seattle
07.2015 - 12.2017
  • comercial hvac
  • lay out
  • hangers
  • duct
  • boxes
  • pooky all the time
  • Cut and shaped flexible duct materials to fit project specifications
  • Set and hung HVAC equipment to ensure proper installation and functionality
  • Cleaned worksite and assisted with punch list and commissioning processes

Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker

Striemer Sheet Metal
Portland
04.2013 - 01.2015
  • Installed louvers
  • laid out duct runs for efficient installation of hangers
  • installed duct, VAVs, and heat pumps for optimal HVAC performance
  • installed/assembled air handler
  • Welded/installed grease duct
  • Spooled duct and use gantry cranes to assemble duct for large risers on industrial projects
  • cleaned and organized workspace to enhance operational efficiency

Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker

Vancouver Roofing and Sheet Metal
Vancouver
12.2011 - 04.2013
  • laid out penetrations for precise installation of ductwork
  • installed hangers to support and stabilize duct systems
  • installed fire dampers
  • ran all venting for fart fans, microwave, and range hood.
  • fire caulking
  • Performed sealing for multiple Pooky installations

Apprentice-Journeyman

Ballard Sheet Metal Works
Ballard
12.2009 - 12.2011

Journeyed out While i worked here. I finished a 5 year 10000 hour state recognized apprenticeship program. in addition to my regular duties installing panels and flashing I also did a lot of waterproofing and soldering. Used previously learned skills to modify composite panels.

Apprentice

Northshore Sheet Metal
Mukilteo
12.2006 - 10.2009

This is when I joined Local 66. Northshore specialized in high end commercial siding, roofing, and other sheet metal products.

Worked on the Virginia Mason Athletic Center, which is the Seahawks training center.

Worked on Many Microsoft projects.

Sheet Metal Roofer

Architectural Metal works
Newburg
02.2004 - 11.2005

Completed comprehensive training on fall protection safety measures

Installed underlayment

Installed base flashings to ensure proper water drainage and roof integrity

installed valley and curb flashings

Ran out roof panels and installed hip, ridge, and finish flashing to secure roofing structure and enhance durability

Installed coping for parapet walls on flat roofs to protect against water infiltration and prolong roof lifespan

Pre-Apprentice

Link's Custom Sheet Metal
The Dalles
04.1998 - 06.2003

Learned foundational concepts of HVAC.

how to read a tape

how to use snips

how to handle metal

How to use a brake

how to use a shear if you are not 15 minutes early you're late eventually i learned to layout fittings, elbows, duct, and everything else involved with installing quality high end ducted hvac systems in custom homes. Being in the wheat fields, i fabricated combine parts. I fabricated pulley covers, and stainless steel chutes for the cherry growers. I really grew up there.

to carry bandaids in your wallet.

dslearned everything;

Education

Completion of Apprenticship - General

Local 66
Seattle, WA
02-2011

High School Diploma -

Columbia High School
White Salmon, WA
06-1997

Skills

  • logistics
  • equipment operator
  • Layout design

Timeline

Lead Installer

Gutters Plus
10.2025 - 04.2026

Lead Installer

Aquatech
11.2024 - 06.2025

Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker

Krueger Sheet Metal
02.2022 - 10.2023

Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker

Emerald Aire
08.2020 - 12.2021

Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker

Hermanson
02.2018 - 06.2020

Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker

McKinstry
07.2015 - 12.2017

Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker

Striemer Sheet Metal
04.2013 - 01.2015

Journeyman Sheet Metal Worker

Vancouver Roofing and Sheet Metal
12.2011 - 04.2013

Apprentice-Journeyman

Ballard Sheet Metal Works
12.2009 - 12.2011

Apprentice

Northshore Sheet Metal
12.2006 - 10.2009

Sheet Metal Roofer

Architectural Metal works
02.2004 - 11.2005

Pre-Apprentice

Link's Custom Sheet Metal
04.1998 - 06.2003

Completion of Apprenticship - General

Local 66

High School Diploma -

Columbia High School
Brian Donahue