Ryan Swerdfeger
Winchester,ON
Summary
Demonstrates good work ethic, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Rod Buster
AGF Rebar
03.2016 - Current
- Fabricated and installed rebar structures for various construction projects ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to efficiently lift, position, and secure rebar in place during construction phases.
- Trained junior staff on safe handling techniques and proper use of tools for rebar installation.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to determine material requirements and project specifications.
- Build and erect steel columns.
- Use of various cutting and bending tools
- Hoisted metal components into place, safely operating cranes during process.
- Operate power lift platforms to perform tasks at heights.
- Placed and fastened iron rods and steel mesh together using wire.
Rod Buster
ABF Rebar
2005 - 01.2016
- Fabricated and installed rebar structures for various construction projects ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Hoisted metal components into place, safely operating cranes during process.
- Collaborated with team members to efficiently lift, position, and secure rebar in place during construction phases.
- Trained junior staff on safe handling techniques and proper use of tools for rebar installation.
- Spaced and fastened rods using wire and pliers.
- Erected steel rebar frameworks for bridges, buildings and other structures.
- Cut metal components to required lengths using various cutting tools.
General Laborer
E.C. Carruthers & Sons Utility Construction
2005 - 2007
- Operated heavy machinery to complete utility construction tasks efficiently.
- Assisted in trenching for utility lines installation.
- Installed utility lines in trenches.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring safety and operational readiness.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow on job sites.
- Demonstrated strong work ethic, completing physically demanding tasks under varying conditions.
- Provided maintenance for construction equipment.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Erected hydro poles and wood posts for road signs.
Education
Diploma - Police Foundations
Algonquin College
Ottawa, OntarioSkills
- Construction safety
- Heavy lifting
- Safety measures
- Blueprint reading
- Equipment Repair
- Crane rigging
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Fall protection
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Torch cutting
- Time management
- Reliability
- Electrical awareness
- Equipment operation
- Equipment maintenance
- Adaptability
Certification
Working at heights
WHIMIS
Power Elevated work platform
Propane Handling
Hoisting and Rigging
Electrical Awareness
Confined Space Entry
Timeline
Rod Buster
AGF Rebar
03.2016 - Current
Rod Buster
ABF Rebar
2005 - 01.2016
General Laborer
E.C. Carruthers & Sons Utility Construction
2005 - 2007
Diploma - Police Foundations
Algonquin College