James A. Ford

**** * ***** **

Wichita, KS *****

Cell: 720-***-****

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Attention: prestressed concrete construction, Hr.

Please accept this letter as expressed interest in the CAD draftsman. I have over 10yrs working experience with AutoCAD, and willing to try something new. my resume highlights my work history is enclosed for your review and, education, and training consideration. My background has been in the drafting/construction industry for years, which includes experiences as a carpenter, storefront and curtain wall designer, and an Architectural design drafter. My intent is to utilize my field experience, studies and drafting experiences to excel in the design real men of this industry and to become an outstanding drafting professional. I bring a strong work ethic, drive and motivation to take on any task and able to work with little to no supervision. I can easily work within a team environment and with my strong organizational skills and attention to detail I have the ability to work on multiple projects. I know with my positive attitude, team player abilities and work ethic I will become a true asset within the company while efficiently learning the standards that the company has set forth. I look forward to discussing these attributes I have to offer during a personal or telephone interview at your earliest convenience. Thank you for your time and consideration.

Respectfully, James A. Ford

James A. Ford

2121 S Bluff ct

Wichita, KS 67218

Cell: 720-***-****

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OBJECTIVE: To obtain the position. CAD Drafter My goal is to bring Cad/drafting experience and field knowledge to utilize in coordinating and supporting the design team, subcontractors, and clients. My organizational and multitasking skills will be paramount in assisting me in staying above the challenges of keeping the project on track and becoming a leader and an effective team member with the company. SKILLS:

· Computer software proficiency (AutoCAD’19, word, outlook, excel & Blue beam software.

· Construction building experience

· Construction document coordination (Arc, Mech,Elec..Etc.)

· Knowledge of safe construction methods and procedures

· Customer service / interpersonal skills

EXPERIENCE: Top Secret clearance with polygraph

· Use AutoCAD to create shop drawings for storefront/Curtain Wall systems for glazing contractors.

· Create Architectural construction documents for design projects while collaborating with other disciplines for design review and deadline dates.

· Field survey and research archived documents for current/future projects. As-built buildings for AutoCAD file accuracy.

· Perform “punch walks” with design team and General on assigned projects for quality assurance.

· Worked overseas doing construction projects as a carpenter in the U.S. Navy and supervising a project that consisted of remodeling two re-engineered buildings.

· Field and course studies in construction; building code analysis, scheduling, surveying, estimating, and LEED prep courses.

EDUCATION:

· Currently pursing degree in design engineering degree @ WSU

· 2007 A.A.S. Architectural Technology Degree from A.C.C.·

· CPR Certificate Construction Management I&II – Naval Training Center, NCTC - Certificate· Builder ‘A’ School at Naval Training Center, NCTC – Certificate James A. Ford

2121 Bluff ct

Wichita, KS 67218

Cell: 720-***-****

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EMPLOYMENT:

Home bound for medical reasons 11/2020 to present

02/2019 – 11/2020 CAD Drafter: Fluor federal solutions Architectural design/drafter for small to large scale projects, Coordinate with other design disciplines to complete construction documents for current/future projects. Documented and drafted as-built drawing’s for Air Force base in Colorado. My duties consist to field survey buildings, on campus and update CAD Master Files. 11/2014 – 11/18 Project Manager/ Drafter LTS Drafting and Engineering To create shop drawings for glazing contractors for installation follow the specifications and client direction. Research the Architectural and Structural drawings to get familiar with the CD and know the frames and connection conditions. The end goal is to have a complete set of shop drawings for the client. 6/2010 – 11/2014 Architectural Cad Drafter, Bechta Graphics Ltd. 3/2009 – 9/2009 Architectural design/drafter for small to large scale projects, Coordinate with other design disciplines to complete construction documents for current/future projects. Documented and drafted as-built drawing’s for Lockheed Martin Space Systems at Waterton campus. My duties consist of creating matrix for monthly management meetings to field survey buildings, updating CAD Master Files and creating design backgrounds for in-house design team.

9/2009 – 2/2010 Drafter, Aspen Drafting Inc.

8/2007 – 1/2008 Use AutoCAD to create submittals and shop drawings for glazing contractors. My duties were to research Structural/Architectural condocs and perform a take-off for all storefront and curtain wall systems, and use a frame builder program to create shop drawings showing plan view, frame elevations, detail sections and material which to use for contractors.

8/2004 – 8/2007 Carpenter, City and County of Denver Conduct building maintenance and construction projects at D.I.A., duties range from light and rough framing, hanging drywall, repairing (cmu) block, and general maintenance of main terminal and all concourses. 11/2000 - 7/2004 Warehouse worker, UPS Supply Chain solutions Pull, package and ship parts for IBM, DELL, NCR and HP, assist customers at help for package pickup. Communicate with internal and external distributors for

10/1995 - 6/2000 Carpenter/Builder, US Navy Construction Battalion - Seabees Duties array from basic construction planning and estimating, blueprint reading, light & rough framing, installing drywall and text coating walls. Interior and exterior finish work, concrete mixing, forming, and finishing, laying block (cmu), hand and power tools, tool inventory and maintenance, woodworking in builder shop. References upon request