Dynamic and reliable professional with experience in sandblasting and painting at Greg MacDonald Equipment Services. Proven problem-solver with strong attention to detail, adept at reducing waste and downtime. Skilled in equipment maintenance and safety compliance, ensuring high-quality results in fast-paced environments. Committed to excellence and continuous improvement.
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Sandblaster/Painter
Greg MacDonald Equipment Services
Selected surfaces for blasting and masked specific parts.
Conducted regular inspections of completed work for quality assurance purposes, identifying areas needing improvement or rework if necessary.
Reduced downtime by quickly troubleshooting issues with equipment malfunctions or unexpected challenges during the sandblasting process.
Maintained abrasive blasting equipment and performed minor repairs.
Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
Reduced waste materials by accurately estimating paint quantities needed for each job.
Calculated amount of paint and other materials needed for each job accurately.
Taped off areas to prevent overspray and other accidents.
Used personal protective gear to eliminate exposure to harmful dust, fumes and materials.
Auto Body Apprentice
Valley East Collision
Utilized industry software for efficient job tracking, documentation, and time management purposes.
Skilfully handled fiberglass repairs to restore structural integrity to damaged vehicles efficiently.
Aided in streamlining the parts ordering process, reducing wait times and minimizing delays in project completion.
Maintained a clean and organized work environment to optimize workflow and safety standards.
Efficiently disassembled damaged sections of vehicles for proper assessment and reconstruction process implementation.
Replaced and repaired vehicle parts according to work order instructions.
Installed and removed body panels, doors and fenders of vehicles to access areas of repair.
Reassembled and replaced parts to complete body repairs.
Prepared surfaces for priming, painting and refinishing.
Used welding and cutting tools to repair metal body parts.
Truck Driver
Day Construction
Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.
Truck Driver
Manitoulin Transport
Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery rates without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
Reduced downtime by promptly reporting and addressing maintenance issues.
Inspected load security and checked for damages.
Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
Asbestos Abatement Worker
ThermoTech
Removed asbestos using hand and power tools or specialty equipment.
Complied with environmental laws and regulations concerning asbestos and hazardous waste removal.
Prepared work areas with proper containment procedures and filtration systems.
Utilized power tools during asbestos removal to completely remove hazardous materials.