Joshua Whitston-Lee
Glenfield,AUK
Summary
I'm a hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level customs officer position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. I take pride in being an organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Sign Writer
ONFORM Signs
- Read job orders and inspected workpieces to determine work procedures and materials required.
- Conducted site surveys for proper sign placement, ensuring compliance with local regulations and client preferences.
- Assembled interior signs and added tactile or braille additions to substrate.
- Created custom signs for customers with quality builds and careful installation.
Sign Writer
The SIGNFORMULA (first owners)
- Read job orders and inspected workpieces to determine work procedures and materials required.
- Conducted site surveys for proper sign placement, ensuring compliance with local regulations and client preferences.
- Maintained production and processing equipment in clean states and good working order to optimize performance.
- Applied vinyl to metal, foam board and plastic by hand and with use of laminating table.
- Maintained clean and tidy shop space for maximum customer appeal, safety and organization.
- Installed vinyl on vehicle doors, windows and body panels for partial coverage or complete wraps.
Sign Writer
The SIGNFORMULA (Second owners)
- Read job orders and inspected workpieces to determine work procedures and materials required.
- Maintained production and processing equipment in clean states and good working order to optimize performance.
- Examined finished surfaces of workpieces to verify conformance to specifications and retouched defective areas.
- Troubleshot technical issues with machinery quickly to minimize downtime and maintain productivity levels in the workshop.
- Kept up-to-date with industry trends to provide innovative sign solutions that stood out from competitors.
- Maintained clean and tidy shop space for maximum customer appeal, safety and organization.
- Applied vinyl to metal, foam board and plastic by hand and with use of laminating table.
- Installed vinyl on vehicle doors, windows and body panels for partial coverage or complete wraps.
- Prepared vinyl for application on substrates or flat socks with associated weeding, trimming and taping.
Sign Writer
Prime Signs
- Read job orders and inspected workpieces to determine work procedures and materials required.
- Conducted site surveys for proper sign placement, ensuring compliance with local regulations and client preferences.
- Set machines for engraving and laser etching of completed designs.
- Maintained production and processing equipment in clean states and good working order to optimize performance.
- Kept up-to-date with industry trends to provide innovative sign solutions that stood out from competitors.
- Created custom signs for customers with quality builds and careful installation.
- Provided top-notch customer service by addressing concerns promptly and professionally throughout the entire project process.
- Assisted clients with choosing materials, colours, and finishes for optimal sign durability and aesthetics.
- Imported customer designs into software and verified dimensions, checked for errors and made corrections.
- Safely operated various equipment such as vinyl cutters, digital printers, laminators, and power tools during the sign-making process.
- Enhanced visual branding by designing and producing creative signs for various businesses.
- Updated design software skills regularly, ensuring high-quality results in all projects.
- Designed new sign graphics and layouts to match customer specifications.
- Installed vinyl on vehicle doors, windows and body panels for partial coverage or complete wraps.
- Prepared vinyl for application on substrates or flat socks with associated weeding, trimming and taping.
- Collaborated with clients to develop unique sign designs, effectively communicating their brand message.
Bricklayer
Tiger Enterprises/ Self Employed
01.2019 - Current
- Maintained job site safety with strict adherence to OSHA regulations and proper use of personal protective equipment.
- Performed building foundation layout with proper use of measuring tools.
- Determined masonry project materials' quantities and costs.
- Interpreted project blueprints or specifications to obtain information for masonry projects.
- Examined existing brick buildings to gauge need for repairs.
- Delivered top-notch customer service through open communication, professionalism, and a dedication to meeting client expectations.
Education
Mellon's Bay Primary School
Somerville Intermediate
Macleans College
Trade School BCITO
Skills
- Willing to listen and take direction
- Good at communicating both orally and in writing
- Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures
- A desire to better myself and eagerness to extend learning and experiences
- Dedicated, loyal and honest
- Ability to work in a team and support colleagues
- Keen eye for detail - do it once do it right!
- Document Management
References
- Ian Allison, First SignFormula owner, 0276366612
- Darryl Skilling, Second SignFormula owner
- Tim De Villiers, Prime Signs, 0278872889
- Roland Lee, Tiger Enterprises, 021533886
Hobbies
I play Ice hockey and inline hockey for the last 21 years at the highest level in the country representing New Zealand on multiple occasions and playing in the NZIHL New Zealands Semi professional league
Timeline
Bricklayer
Tiger Enterprises/ Self Employed
01.2019 - Current
Sign Writer
ONFORM Signs
Sign Writer
The SIGNFORMULA (first owners)
Sign Writer
The SIGNFORMULA (Second owners)
Sign Writer
Prime Signs
Mellon's Bay Primary School
Somerville Intermediate
Macleans College
Trade School BCITO
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