Kenneth Cofer
Dora, al 35062
Objective
Looking for a fast paced energetic position that would allow me to put forth my
k nowledge, skills, and ability to over excel in that field and be able to contribute to
t he overall growth of the company.
Qualifications
I possess a powered trucks class 1 certification. I have an accredited thirty hour
OSHA safety training course completion certificate, as well as an eight hour course
i n underground mine safety. Acquired special clearance from ATF to handle high
power explosives.
Education
Some college coursework completed at Bevill state community college in Dora, al. I
pursued a business management degree that involved classes dealing with typing
and windows programs such as: MS word and some MS excel. I graduated from
corner high school in warrior, al with a general academic diploma and a 2.8 grade
point average. I completed extra classes in computer and typing as well as an
i ntroduction to welding 1 and 11.
Experience
03/2000-Present All Trades Inc.
I have a home remodeling/construction business that I run. I have a small portfolio
of projects that vary from general construction in framing, plumbing, drywall,
electrical, and masonry. I completed projects such as: decks, patios, room additions,
ceramic tile, form and pour concrete, general lawn maintenance, and all around
handyman type projects. (www.seealltrades.webs.com) I am also contracted out by
D icks sporting goods, Academy Sports and Outdoors, and The Sports Authority. I
currently deliver and assemble products for these stores and also make repairs and
adjustments in the field. I am over the areas surrounding Birmingham,
Montgomery, Huntsville, and some parts of Mississippi and Louisiana. I also have a
contract with Clean as a Whistle of Kansas to maintain lawns and landscaping
duties within the Birmingham area as well.
08/2009-5/2010 Fritz Enterprises 600 tin mill rd Birmingham, al 352**-***-***-
3603 Supervisor: Doug Love
My current position was a granulator operator. I am responsible for operating plant
w ith limited downtime, maintain all aspects of plant operation, remain aware of US
Steel’s rules and regulations, and assist in maintenance crews on any scheduled or
non-scheduled maintenance calls and general housekeeping.
04/2009-08/2009 Al Employment 2550 Acton rd Birmingham, al 35243 205-***-****
supervisor: Melinda Dunnaway
I was working as a maintenance tech. My duties are renovating units for new
tenants and processing and completing work orders in a timely manner. I am
responsible for reporting unsafe areas of housing community and order materials
and supplies through supervisor. I am also to be capable and competent enough to
f ix or repair work orders without major damage to property or personal belongings
of tenant and to be courteous, punctual, and with a positive attitude. Some skills in
t rade are plumbing, hanging and finishing drywall, replacing or troubleshooting
electrical, painting, stripping, waxing and buffing floors, load, deliver and setup
appliances, lawn maintenance, laying brick, installing windows and doors, and
laying vinyl and ceramic tile on floors and walls.
08/2007-03/2009 Gardner Denver Nash LLC. 1851 Floyd Bradford rd Trussville, al
35173 Manager: Ray Golden 205-***-****
M y position was a machinist and my duties consisted of operating various types of
machines including lathes, press, drill press and boring mills to manufacture
vacuum and compressor pumps. Position requires high attention to detail and skills
i n trade. Follow work orders precisely, decipher blueprints and accurately machine
parts within designated time of project deadline. I also performed machine
maintenance, moderate welding, and light shipping and receiving.
01/2007-08/2007 Harsco Multi- serv Plant 61 CMC steel 350 poplar church rd camp
h ill, pa 17011 Manager: Steve Stone
My position was a service tech/ diesel mechanic. Responsible for maintenance on all
equipment throughout the mill. I performed service and maintenance work on all
equipment with in service book guidelines, keep up with records of services,
maintain service truck, and required to operate all equipment on yard. I also kept
check of inventory, order new supplies, and assist in mechanics shop.
12/2005-12/2006 Cowin and Co Inc. 301 industrial blvd. Birmingham, al
35125Foreman: Ron Robinson 205-***-****
My job title was a lead M-630 operator. We performed excavation work of mine
slopes and shafts. Use of pneumatic and hydraulic tools along with high- power
explosives and heavy equipment was used to complete daily tasks. I was responsible
for carrying out daily work functions, and keep project within designated time
schedule.
05/2001-12/2005 Unistrut Al Inc. 2120 north park circle, Birmingham, al
35207Owner: Ricky Herron 205-***-****
My job was lead installer. I installed equipment supports mainly in the medical
f ield. Responsible for following project guidelines, travel to and from job, meet
deadlines, keep up with expense money and material and coordinate with
contractor on all aspects of project completion. I also welded and assembled parts
and pieces in fabrication shop per customer requests, shipping and receiving,
customer service, and answer phones.
Skills
Ability to operate numerous types of heavy equipment including overhead and
mobile cranes, backhoe, front- end loader, bobcat, rock truck, mag and grapple
cranes, forklift and man lifts. I can operate a torch and weld both wire and stick
welders on stainless steel, sheet metal, and cast iron. Ability to operate numerous
manual machines including: brake lathe, shaft lathe, 300 ton press, drill press, and
48” thru 100” boring mills, also have ability to read blueprints, all measuring
devices including dial indicators and calipers. I am also familiar with UPS and Fed-
ex shipping software and some Microsoft programs like windows operating system,
MS Works, Word and Excel. I also have knowledge of pipe fitting and plumbing
skills along with some light electrical, HVAC, and carpentry skills.
References
Lenny Ross Gardner Denver Nash co-worker 205-***-****
Anthony Lowrance Altec Industries Inc. co-worker 205-***-****
Dustin Schollian Cowin and Co Inc. co-worker 205-***-****
Pam Statum Unistrut Al Inc co-worker 205-***-****