Desiree Smith
Windsor,ON
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
11
11
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Welding Fabricator
Champion
11.2023 - Current
- Experienced in flux core and Gas Mig & ARC welding processes.
- Demonstrated versatility in welding techniques, applying appropriate methods for each specific project requirement.
- Reviewed blueprints and schematics to ensure accurate fabrication according to design specifications.
- Utilized various tools, such as grinders cutting torches, band saws, horizontal sanders, for proper preparation of materials prior to welding processes.
- Install steel pallet racking in warehouse. design and fabricate specialized brackets, supports, and protection barriers to implements health and safety requirements into warehouse.
- Warehouse forklift operator.
- Production of bio organic chemicals and soaps. Experienced in batching, mixing and bottling product. loading and unloading trucks
- Currently standing on health and safety committee.
Sign Installer and Fabricator
Tecumseh Signs
08.2023 - Current
- Install newly manufactured sign boxes, channel letters and flex faces. Install concrete sign bases, steel sign poles, electronics and electrical.
- Implemented safe rigging techniques when attaching loads to the crane hook, preventing potential hazards caused by improper securing methods.
- Operate hydraulic Elliot boom truck/ crane up to heights in excess of 150' to install signs and projects.
- Operate JLG, fork truck, man lifts to complete tasks
- Cut, weld, fabricate and maintain existing sign posts, boxes and supports for install of new signs to be installed.
- Load / unload delivery trucks, organize tool boxes.
- experienced in installing architectural aluminum panels and trim
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Design and implement traffic control closures, signage and control devices to maintain a safe working environment and safety of pedestrians
- Completing tasks in all weather environments.
- Utilize safety harnesses and fall restraint systems while completing tasks
Commercial Landscaper
Philips Landscaping
04.2015 - 12.2018
- Install residential and commercial landscape projects.
- Complete final grade of soil utilizing heavy equipment.
- Install prefab block wall, interlock patios, concrete and stamped concrete.
- Build decks, fences and pergolas/ gazebos.
- Complete property maintenance.
- Now removal utilizing heavy equipment
Wood Cabinet Fabricator and Installer
Custom Doors And Drawers
01.2018 - 11.2019
- Move material around warehouse and prep for manufacturing process
- Maintain and setup machines for cutting , sanding and painting.
- Package completed projects and prep for shipping and install.
Education
Contrsuction And Craft Trades For Women
West Partnered With LiUNA
Windsor, ON06.2023
High School Diploma -
St. Thomas of Villanova Secondary School
LaSalle, ON 05.2001 -
Skills
ARC/ Mig welding
Enjoy working at heights
Carpentry processes
Shop fabrication ( wood/ steel)
Hoisting and rigging
Certification
CPR training
Timeline
WHIMIS
10-2024
Working at heights
10-2024
Health and safety committee
01-2024
Welding Fabricator
Champion
11.2023 - Current
CPR training
10-2023
Traffic control
10-2023
Electrical safety
10-2023
Hoisting and Rigging
10-2023
Skid steer Operator
10-2023
All Terrain Forklift
10-2023
Elevated work platform
10-2023
Soft skills soloutions
10-2023
Sign Installer and Fabricator
Tecumseh Signs
08.2023 - Current
Wood Cabinet Fabricator and Installer
Custom Doors And Drawers
01.2018 - 11.2019
Commercial Landscaper
Philips Landscaping
04.2015 - 12.2018
High School Diploma -
St. Thomas of Villanova Secondary School
05.2001 -
Contrsuction And Craft Trades For Women
West Partnered With LiUNA