Kendell Richard
Columbia
Summary
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals. Highly-motivated with desire to take on new challenges, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Yard and Landscaping Attendant
New York City Housing Authority
New York
08.2023 - 04.2025
- Followed planned landscaping designs to lay sod, seed grass or plant flowers and foliage.
- Cut and trimmed lawns using power mowers and edgers.
- Answered customer questions regarding care and general knowledge of landscape.
- Inspected properties to identify potential problems or hazards requiring attention.
- Provided advice on proper care techniques for various types of plants.
- Watered lawns, plants, or trees, using sprinkler systems or watering cans as part of overall maintenance plan.
- Raked, mulched and composted leaves.
- Pruned and trimmed trees and hedges with shears, pruners, or chain saws.
- Installed outdoor lighting systems to enhance the nighttime appearance of landscapes.
Welder
Big Gun Robotics
Newberry
02.2022 - 07.2022
- Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type.
- Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
- Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
- Maximized shop organization and equipment lifespan by maintaining equipment.
- Determined welding strategies using metallurgy knowledge, geometry and welding techniques.
- Operate cranes with chains along to carry 2 ton plates over to work area and place them on racks after the procedure is done.
- Grind the plates before tacking and welding rings onto it.
Technician
GAMS LLC
Georgetown
01.2021 - 11.2021
- Followed safety practices to safeguard against injury and damage to property.
- Adjusted or modified equipment to enhance equipment performance or to respond to customer requests.
- Cleaned, maintained and properly stocked company vehicle to prepare for required duties.
- Completed logs and job reports for completed and pending service calls at shift end.
Technician
Thompson Industrial Services
Sumter
02.2019 - 10.2019
- Managed quality control and maintained high level of customer satisfaction.
- Followed safety practices to safeguard against injury and damage to property.
- Cleaned, maintained and properly stocked company vehicle to prepare for required duties.
- Managed workflow and productivity of lower-level technicians to keep projects on task.
- Adhered to applicable regulations, policies and procedures for health, safety and environmental compliance.
- Participated in training to maintain technical expertise and proficiency on applicable equipment.
- Examined complaints, suggested improved methodologies and recommended system enhancements to promote positive customer service experience.
Ideal Boiler
Ideal Boiler & Maintenace
New York
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Repairs on all types of boilers
- Adjusted boiler valves to establish appropriate air and water flow levels and control flow of liquid fuel into burners to regulate temperatures.
- Performed routine preventive maintenance on boilers according to company schedule, reducing number of service calls to outside technicians.
- Welding would be performed on areas that had cracks and holes
- Old rusted tubes would be cut with acetylene torch and replaced with new ones
- Mud Rings
- Gas + oil
Education
Certification - Welding
Apex Technical School
Long Island City, NY08.2018
High School Diploma -
Georgetown High School
Georgetown, SC06.2017
Skills
- Customer Service
- Documentation and Reporting
- Heavy Lifting
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Power Tools and Equipment
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Problem-Solving
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Relationship Building
- Operation Monitoring
- Welder
Education and Training
other,other
Timeline
Yard and Landscaping Attendant
New York City Housing Authority
08.2023 - 04.2025
Welder
Big Gun Robotics
02.2022 - 07.2022
Technician
GAMS LLC
01.2021 - 11.2021
Technician
Thompson Industrial Services
02.2019 - 10.2019
Ideal Boiler
Ideal Boiler & Maintenace
01.2018 - 01.2019
Certification - Welding
Apex Technical School
High School Diploma -
Georgetown High School
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