Committed window fabricator with over 20 years of expertise in fabrication and quality inspection.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Window maker
TwinCity GlassBlock
Minneapolis
04.2001 - 06.2025
Start the day with checking the daily orders, checking the size and quantity of windows which need to be made. clean tables, oil the tables. mix cement set up windows pour cement over windows. Squeegee the windows to get excess cement off the glass. wipe off with sponge to clean window. let cement harden up for 20 mins, flip windows take out spacers. use steel wool to clean window,then put window on shelf. Also do silicone windows , block together let sit for a day, flip window fill in all gaps put up onto shelf. Double-check all windows to make sure they're all good before going out to the customer.. Answer phones talk with customers, take orders, give customers prices. I took care of the landscaping, cut the grass, performed weed control, and cleaned the shop and office.
Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
Achieved cost-savings by developing functional solutions to problems.
Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
Roofing Laborer
Tom Manions Master Roofing
Minneapolis
04.1996 - 03.2001
Assisted in installing roofing materials on residential and commercial properties.
Conducted regular maintenance and repairs on existing roofs.
Operated hand and power tools safely and efficiently during roofing tasks.
Collaborated with team members to ensure timely project completion.
Maintained organized worksite and adhered to safety protocols daily.
Loaded and unloaded materials for roofing projects as needed.
Communicated effectively with customers regarding project progress and requirements.
Cleaned up debris from job sites after completion of each project.
Repaired existing roofs by replacing damaged or worn shingles, shakes or tiles.
Followed all OSHA safety regulations related to roofing activities.
Used ladders properly when accessing rooftops for repairs or installations.
Assisted in preparing and laying down felt paper, shingles, and other roofing material to construct roofs.
Unloaded materials to roof by repetitive lifting or through conveyor operations.
Collected and removed debris and roofing materials to disposal areas at end of every shift to maintain clean work area.
Loaded roofing materials onto the truck and unloaded them at the job site.
Measured, cut and installed metal edging along eaves of roofs.
Operated power tools such as drills and saws safely according to manufacturer's instructions.
Communicated effectively with colleagues regarding progress of work being done onsite.
Installed flashing around chimneys, vents, and skylights according to specifications.
Climbed onto rooftops using appropriate safety equipment like harnesses and ropes.
Worked regularly at advanced heights and followed all OSHA safety protocols and procedures for fall prevention.
Completed residential and commercial roofing work on time and within expected project parameters, increasing repeat business opportunities.
Assisted skilled workers in performing more complex tasks such as installing sheet metal flashings.
Performed skilled and semi-skilled repairs to existing roofs, including shingle replacement.
Performed minor maintenance tasks on tools used in roofing operations such as cleaning, lubricating, and tightening components.
Inspected all completed projects for conformance to standards of quality before leaving a job site.
Removed snow from roofs using shovels or snow rakes.
Sealed seams with asphalt-saturated felt strips or cement mastic for protection against moisture.
Accompanied driver to job site and assisted by guiding truck on and off customer property to avoid damage.
Cut roofing paper to size and nailed and stapled paper to roof in overlapping strips to form base for roofing materials.
Followed manufacturer specifications to remove old roofing materials and install new roofs.
Diagnosed and identified sources of leaks, developing plans for repairs from total tear-offs to patchwork.
Applied plastic coatings and membranes, fiberglass or felt over sloped roofs to prepare for shingle installation.
Covered roofs and exterior walls of structures with slate, asphalt, and aluminum with brushes and knives.
Overlapped successive layers of roofing material, determining distance of overlap using chalk line, gauge on shingling hatchet and lines on shingles.
Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
Set up ladders or scaffolding to safely access roof.
Demonstrated best safety practices working at heights and lifting various objects.
Operated equipment with strong focus on safety and ground communication.
Cleaned or prepared construction sites to eliminate hazards.
Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
Kept production team moving forward for progress in daily site operations.
Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.