Riley Walker
Wagga Wagga,NSW
Summary
Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean, organised workspace. Safety-conscious, with a strong work ethic, and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Carpentry Apprentice
Irons Builders, Pollards carpentry, PSB Contruction,
Wagga Wagga, NSW
01.2022 - 02.2025
- Completed Cert III in Carpentry at TAFE NSW, Wagga Wagga.
- Transported supplies from storage areas to job sites.
- Assisted master carpenters with installations for residential and commercial customers.
- Prepared surfaces for painting or staining by sanding them down or filling in holes or cracks with putty.
- Attached hardware such as hinges, locks and handles on doors and drawers.
- Bore boltholes in wood, masonry or concrete using electric or pneumatic drill.
- Worked independently on projects and tasks within carpentry team.
- Consistently constructed square and level projects.
- Installed floorboards with precision cuts for a perfect fit.
- Helped with movement of materials and equipment to different job sites.
- Constructed outdoor decks using pressure treated lumber materials.
- Maintained carpentry equipment by cleaning after use and performing minor repairs when necessary.
- Communicated with teammates and supervisors frequently to understand requirements and complete projects on time.
- Cut materials on job site to prepare for installation.
- Reinforced existing structures with additional supports when necessary.
- Removed old fixtures from walls prior to installing new ones.
- Erected scaffolding to assemble above-ground structures.
- Inspected completed work to ensure accuracy of measurements before installation.
- Maintained clean and organised workplace to optimize performance, efficiency and safety.
- Took accurate measurements to calculate size and amount of materials needed for project completion.
- Inspected tiles, wall coverings or woodwork for breakage or damage.
- Installed drywall, ceilings and trim and fabricated replacement trim and moldings.
- Installed doors, windows, stairs, cabinets, shelves and trim.
- Operated power tools including sanders, drills and saws safely in accordance with safety regulations.
- Verified trueness of construction using plumb and level.
- Assembled structures with screws, nails and glue.
- Repaired damaged woodwork including window frames and door frames.
- Performed basic maintenance tasks like caulking gaps between windowsills or replacing worn weatherstripping around doors.
- Assisted in constructing wooden frames, walls, and roofs for residential homes.
- Directed and supervised the installation of cladding materials on buildings and structures according to plans, drawings and specifications.
- Performed minor carpentry repairs such as replacing drywall sections or trim boards.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Anchored and braced forms and other structures in place using nails, bolts, anchor rods, steel cables, planks, wedges and timbers.
- Participated in pouring concrete and building formwork for the concrete to be installed. (footpaths, pools, house slab footings)
- Demolition of a house that is getting ready for renovations.
- Built and changed wall frames to suit the houses and customers' needs.
Mining Labourer
TMAG Projects
Wagga Wagga, NSW
02.2021 - 04.2021
- Worked at Lake Cowell in West Wyalong, maintaining the mill.
- Waterblasted steelwork to remove debris, such as dirt, grease, and rust.
- Sandblasted steel work to remove rust and provide a clean surface to ensure paint sticks to the steel.
- Set up sandblasting equipment.
- Observer for people operating mining machinery.
- Set up painting equipment.
- Performed painting of the steelwork for the mill.
Farm Hand
Geoffery Walker
Ariah Park , NSW
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on farm structures, such as fences and sheds.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with supplies or products from the farm.
- Engaged in land clearing and field preparation activities for new planting seasons.
- Cared for livestock, including feeding, watering, and providing medical attention when necessary.
- Harvested crops
- Contracted work for other farmers, such as baling, harvesting, and building/installing farm equipment.
- Herded livestock to pastures for grazing or to scales, trucks or other enclosures.
- Maintained farm equipment such as tractors, harvesters, and other machinery.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Education
Ariah Park Central School
Ariah Park, NSWSaint Anne's Central School
Temora, NSWTemora High School
Temora, NSWCertificate 3 in Carpentry
TAFE NSW
NSWSkills
- Framing
- Cutting precision
- Power tool proficiency
- Finish carpentry
- Wood material selection
- Hand tool expertise
- Sanding techniques
- Roofing installation
- Flooring installation
- Drywall installation
- Window fitting
- Measurement accuracy
- Scaffolding setup
- Wall Cladding
- Concrete formwork
- Slab pouring
- Concrete mixing
- Concrete cutting
- Demolition work
- Tiling
- Cattle farming
- Harvest crops
- Sandblasting
- Pressure washing
- Cleaning
- Heavy lifting
Certification
- Certificate 3 in carpentry
- White card
- Class C driver's license
Affiliations
- I am a keen sports person and play different kinds of sport such as AFL, Cricket, Water skiing, Swimming and Gym.
- Socialising is very important to me whether that's hanging out with friends or participating in sports activities, talking on the phone or just having a chat anywhere.
- Traveling the world is in the top three on my bucket list. I have been to four different countries, such as Fiji, Malaysia, New Zealand, and Hawaii.
Timeline
Carpentry Apprentice
Irons Builders, Pollards carpentry, PSB Contruction,
01.2022 - 02.2025
Mining Labourer
TMAG Projects
02.2021 - 04.2021
Farm Hand
Geoffery Walker
01.2019 - 01.2020
Ariah Park Central School
Saint Anne's Central School
Temora High School
Certificate 3 in Carpentry
TAFE NSW
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