Trent Espie
Summary
Proven Boilermaker, adept in MIG welding and interpreting technical drawings, showcasing exceptional teamwork and decision-making skills. Excelled in enhancing safety and efficiency, contributing to significant project successes. Renowned for a friendly and respectful demeanour, ensuring high-quality standards and adherence to OHS policies. Professional with demonstrated expertise in fabrication, assembly, and maintenance of boilers and pressure vessels. Strong focus on precision welding, metalworking, and adherence to safety protocols. Known for effective team collaboration, adaptability to changing requirements, and delivering high-quality results in demanding environments. Reliable problem-solver with keen eye for detail and commitment to maintaining optimal equipment performance.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
BOILERMAKER
Capstone Industries
09.2022 - Current
- Work closely with a small team of engineers and other tradesman in various fields
- Interpret technical engineering drawings in 2D and 3D form
- The use of different power tools, air tools, measuring tools and hand tools
- MIG welding techniques with numerous steel sizes and thicknesses to build wall frames, free standing frames, safety barriers, hand rails, freight hoists and dock levelers
- Building of industrial goods/freight hoists along with parts and fixings
- Packing and preparing various builds and items for transport and logistics
- Manufacturing roller shutter doors and panels to suit particular jobs and customer requirements
- Repairs and upgrades to old equipment which is deemed incompatible with ADR standards and work place safety countermeasures
- Fitting out of scissor lift tables that need hydraulics, power packs and electrical applications
- Production of boom gates using different methods of welding, fixings and electrical appliances according to customer demands
- Testing of equipment and jobs to adhere to engineering and company standards
PITLANE MANAGER (CASUAL)
Fastrack V8 Race Experience
01.2014 - Current
- Managing 300 customers in addition to pit lane crew members
- Informing customers of the rules and mandatory safety measures and addressing any additional concerns that arise
- Loading trucks with equipment and stock needed for interstate trips
- Maintaining the GPS/video systems and troubleshooting car faults
- Detailing, cleaning and polishing a fleet of race cars
WELDER/FITTER
Vaclift
01.2022 - 09.2022
- Diagnosing of faults and completing repair checklists on vehicles
- Stripping new/old trucks for the fitout of a hooklift or tank
- Modification of truck chassis including cutting, shortening and drilling appropriated by Australian design rules and engineering standards
- Application of MIG welding to building parts, accessories and repairs
- Installation/removal of wiring looms, electrical switches, courtesy lights and working lights for new builds and in service vehicles
- Fit out of rear bumpers, guards, toolboxes and customer build requirements followed by drawings and engineering standards
- Preparing and painting hook lifts, truck bodies, parts and accessories with stripping, sanding and cleaning for the application of 2 pack paint with an air paint gun
- Use of multiple tools and machinery such as air tools, powered tools, hand tools, plasma cutting bench, press brake, guillotine machine, hole punch, pedestal drill and magnetic drill
- Fabrication of steel, aluminium, alloy and stainless following different processes and methods from engineering drawings and pictures
AUTOMOTIVE BODY BUILDER
Mader International
01.2016 - 01.2022
- Specialised in building response vehicles and producing custom modifications for vehicles belonging to Ambulance Victoria, National Patient Transport, Royal Flying Doctors Service, and St John's Ambulance
- Storage cabinetry installation
- Electrical loom installation and removal
- Cutting, angle grinding, using a hole saw, and drilling (basic and technical)
- Reinforced MIG welding for steel platforms, frames, cargo barriers, mounting brackets and other MIG applications
- Sealing with heavy duty silicone inside and outside of vehicle
- Use of multiple hand tools (spanners, torque wrenches, screwdrivers, hammers, chisels)
- Use of pneumatic and powered tools
- Conducting final quality assurances on Ambulance Victoria Mercedes VS30 builds to meet both Mader's and Ambulance Victoria's high standards
Education
Certificate II - Electro technology VET program
Kangan Institute
Certificate III - Automotive Manufacturing Technical Operations
Kangan ACE Docklands
01.2021
VCE Year 12 -
Sunbury Secondary College
01.2013
Skills
- Technical skills
- Attention to detail
- Mechanical skills
- Computing knowledge
- Quality standards
- OHS knowledge
- Parts and components fabrication
- Grinding techniques
- Safety procedures
- MIG Welding
- Component installation
- Repair work
- Manual/Automatic Driver's License
Timeline
BOILERMAKER
Capstone Industries
09.2022 - Current
WELDER/FITTER
Vaclift
01.2022 - 09.2022
AUTOMOTIVE BODY BUILDER
Mader International
01.2016 - 01.2022
PITLANE MANAGER (CASUAL)
Fastrack V8 Race Experience
01.2014 - Current
Certificate III - Automotive Manufacturing Technical Operations
Kangan ACE Docklands
VCE Year 12 -
Sunbury Secondary College
Certificate II - Electro technology VET program
Kangan Institute
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