Joseph Fitzsimons
Summary
Hardworking individual with extensive background operating heavy duty machinery on diverse range of construction sites and projects. Proactive team player troubleshoots issues with machinery and equipment to promote longevity of use and precisely manipulates controls and levers to navigate and operate machinery. Committed to maintaining service standards.
Organized and dependable, manages multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction Framer
Create Interiors
03.2016 - 04.2024
- Supported professional growth among team members through ongoing mentorship in carpentry techniques and best practices for construction framing activities.
- Contributed to successful project outcomes by consistently meeting deadlines and staying within budget constraints.
- Reduced material waste by accurately measuring, cutting, and assembling steel/wood framing components.
- Maintained high-quality craftsmanship through attention to detail and knowledge of industry best practices.
- Collaborated with architects, engineers, and designers to resolve design issues or discrepancies during the construction process.
- Contributed to cost savings initiatives through efficient use of manpower and implementing innovative problem-solving strategies when challenges arose.
- Followed safety protocols when using nail guns, saws, and grinders.
- Disassembled frames for repair, refurbishment, or replacement.
Junior Graphic Designer
Anthem Worldwide
12.2013 - 01.2016
- Developed print materials such as brochures, banners and signs.
- Applied knowledge of production to create high-quality images.
- Contributed design ideas in early planning stages with customers and project managers.
- Met with customers to present mockups and collect information for adjustments.
- Enhanced brand visibility by designing eye-catching marketing materials for clients.
- Built corporate brands by designing cohesive looks between elements.
- Mastered industry-specific software tools, streamlining workflows and enhancing overall productivity.
- Created artwork for product packaging and promotional materials.
Load Out Operator
New Zealand Sugar
03.2003 - 01.2012
- Conducted thorough quality checks on outgoing shipments to minimize returns due to damages or incorrect items.
- Reduced equipment downtime by conducting regular inspections and promptly addressing any issues.
- Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability by successfully managing multiple priorities simultaneously, ensuring all tasks were completed on time and according to specifications.
- Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
- Operated transport vehicles and auxiliary equipment to move materials safely to and from target areas.
- Weighed materials or products to record weight or other production data on tags or labels.
- Operated the digger in bulk storage piling up raw sugar over the gravity feed holes.
Education
No Degree - Graphic Design
Shillington
Sydney08.2012
No Degree - Travel And Tourism
Auckland University of Technology
Auckland, NZ11.1998
Skills
- Steel Framing
- Structural Framing
- Power Tool Operation
- Hand-tool proficiency
- Wall construction
- Drywall Installation
- Door installation
- Insulation application
- Materials Calculation
- Blueprint Reading and layout execution
Timeline
Construction Framer
Create Interiors
03.2016 - 04.2024
Junior Graphic Designer
Anthem Worldwide
12.2013 - 01.2016
Load Out Operator
New Zealand Sugar
03.2003 - 01.2012
No Degree - Graphic Design
Shillington
No Degree - Travel And Tourism
Auckland University of Technology
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