Patrick Carmady

Shoretrack is a work ready program funded by the goverment. since enrolling in this program i have gained many skills needed for future employment and throught my life.

landscaping /Yard maintenance Crew member (Volunteered for local community)

• Revitalized garden areas by planting seasonal flowers, plants, and maintaining mulch beds.
• Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
• Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
• Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
• Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
• Developed expertise in operating various landscaping tools such as mowers, trimmers, blowers efficiently ensuring the safety of self and others.
• Demonstrated ability to work with various materials, including steel, aluminum, and stainless steel during practical assignments.
• Completed projects safely by closely monitoring conditions when lighting torches and using tools.
• Proved ability to adapt to different welding environments by completing projects under various conditions, including indoor workshops and outdoor construction sites.
• Boosted confidence in personal capabilities as a welder through consistent progress tracking and self-assessment throughout the course.
• Practiced safe working habits consistently by adhering to established safety procedures throughout all aspects of training sessions.
• Collaborated effectively with peers on team projects, enhancing communication skills within a professional setting.
• Gained expertise in MIG, TIG, and stick welding processes through dedicated practice sessions.
• Built strong foundation in math calculations necessary for precision measurements required for successful welds.
• Removed excess slag with arc-cutting, grinding and using other equipment.
• Cleaned material surfaces to remove dirt or excess acid using chemical solutions, wire brushes and grinders.
• Cut, grinded and bent edges of materials to be joined for snug fit using power grinders and hand tools.

Fencing

• Oversaw quality assurance measures, maintaining high standards of workmanship across all projects.
• Dug holes and trenches to position fences correctly.
• Used hand tools and instruments to take measurements.
• Joined, raised and secured fence segments in place.
• Complied with safety and quality requirements to protect personnel, customers and property structures.
• Set metal or wooden posts in upright positions in postholes.
• Filled post holes with concrete to maintain proper stability and longevity of fencing installations.
• Installed gates securely and accurately,
• Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
• Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
• Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.

Mechanically tinkering amongst old bikes needing fixingfixing