Bret Snyder
Austin, TX *****
***************@*****.***
Experienced with working in fast-paced, challenging environments demanding strong organizational, technical, and interpersonal skills. Detail-oriented and resourceful in completing projects; able to multi-task effectively. Confident and poised in interactions with individuals at all levels. Seeking to join a company that offers a stable and positive atmosphere and inspires me to grow my skills and knowledge base and implement them for the betterment of the company.
Capabilities include:
• Taking Initiative • Decision Making • Critical Thinking
• Maintaining Flexibility • Self-Leadership • Maintaining Safety
• Problem Sensitivity • Following Direction • Multi-tasking Professional Experience
Stay-at-Home Dad
Austin, TX – 2022-2026
Airport Shuttle Driver
Park and Zoom – Austin, TX – 2020-2022
Greeted customers in a pleasant manner, offering to assist with their luggage.
Cooperated with customers and team members to provide the best possible service.
Complied with all applicable regulations and requirements governing operation of commercial vehicles. Chemical Operator
Sachem, Inc. – Austin, TX – 2015-2019
Performed various chemical making processes including titration for assay testing and equipment operations.
Loaded and unloaded chemicals on/off trucks while following strict OSHA standards.
Followed on-site safety requirements including SCBA, full face respirator, chemical resistant PPE.
Paul Revere Award for staying on the job during the company's most difficult year – 2018
Awards for Perfect Attendance and Safety (no lost-time incidents) – 2016, 2017, 2018 Waterproofing Technician
George D. Alan – Austin, TX – 2013-2015
Utilized various waterproofing materials and application procedures with ongoing training.
Operated mast climbers, stage climbers, boom lifts, and scissor lifts.
Trained in safety and environmental procedures including fall prevention. Security Guard
Platinum Group Security – Deerfield Beach, FL – 2009-2013
Duties included observing and reporting unlawful activity, maintaining security presence and protocol.
Interacted with Police and Emergency Services, public, and clients in a friendly and considerate manner.
Licensed in commercial, residential, and maritime security. Assistant Chef
Al Di La – Santa Fe, NM – 2007-2009
Working hours from open until close, varied duties were multi-tasked throughout workday.
Assisted restaurant owners and wait staff with opening and closing operations.
Demonstrated efficient support of all aspects of the restaurant business. Wait Staff
Lan's Vietnamese Cuisine – Santa Fe, NM – 2006-2007
Assisted with kitchen prep work including dishwasher and bussing.
Provided restaurant support working part time and during the evenings related to and special events.
Duties included assisting wait staff and general upkeep of the dining areas. Laborer/Sculptor
Motion Pictures - "Employee of the Month" & "Wild Hogs" – Santa Fe, NM – 2005-2006
Working hours from 5am to 7pm daily with extended hours during shooting.
Foam sculpting work using a projector, sanding methods, and coring within the props department.
Maintained cleanliness of set construction area, loaded/unloaded trucks, forklift operations, welding, safety coordination, and tool room maintenance.
Foundry Technician
Shidoni Bronze Art Foundry – Tesuque, NM – 2002-2005
Performed all aspects of bronze sculpture process specializing in wax, rubber molds, and metal pouring.
Mold-making preparations including paint and pour wax, investment dipping; wax dressing, spruing and burn out.
Operating the kiln, operating the gas furnace, sandblasting, welding, metal chasing, patina, and bases. Gold Smith Apprentice / Jeweler
Ela Pedma – Lismore, NSW Australia – 1997-2002
Trained in all aspects of gold-smithing specializing in one-of-a-kind jewelry.
Maintained upkeep of jewels and necessary tools for forging, smelting, and reclaiming metal.
Performed general maintenance of work area and of precision tools. Volunteer Service
Mobile Soup Kitchen – Lismore, Australia – 2000-2002 Southern Cross University Science Expedition – Nightcap National Park, Australia – 2001 New South Wales Parks and Wildlife – Royal National Park & Blue Mountains National Park, Australia – 1996-1997 Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Southern Cross University of Lismore, 2002 Private Pilot, Instrument & Multi-Engine Rating, International Aviation, 1993 Technical Skills & Licenses
Licenses – Current Texas Class C Driver’s License; Class D Security Officer Operating License; Fall-arrest Harness Certification; Forklift Operation Certification Office – Word, Excel, Outlook, Google Docs