Jonathan Velchek
Mahomet
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Worker
Parkland College
Champaign
10.2024 - Current
- Performed routine inspections of facilities and equipment for maintenance needs.
- Operated hand and power tools for efficient repairs and maintenance tasks.
- Assisted in maintaining cleanliness and safety in college buildings and grounds.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline completion of maintenance projects.
- Documented completed work orders for record-keeping and follow-up actions.
- Operated a variety of hand tools and power tools for various maintenance activities.
- Ensured that work areas were safe by following established safety protocols at all times.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
- Replaced worn out parts, lubricated moving parts, and tightened connections to restore functionality.
- Removed snow from sidewalks, driveways and parking areas.
- Assisted in installation of new equipment, ensuring adherence to manufacturer specifications.
Construction Worker
Mayfield Construction
Champaign
11.2021 - 10.2024
- Loaded and unloaded materials for construction sites efficiently.
- Operated concrete finishing tools to ensure smooth surfaces.
- Maintained tools and equipment in good working condition.
- Prepared job sites by clearing debris and setting up forms for safe and efficient construction activities.
- Positioned wire mesh and rebar to reinforce concrete.
- Use shovels, hoes, rakes, and other tools to spread or level concrete.
- Clean up work area by disposing of debris correctly when job is completed.
- Set up and reinforced forms to accurately pour concrete for walkways and other structures.
- Carry heavy materials such as bricks, blocks, lumber, mortar mixers, and wheelbarrows across job sites safely.
- Assisted in demolishing existing structures with jackhammers and other tools.
- Dismantled forms using basic and advanced tools.
- Set up scaffolding, braces, and temporary structures to facilitate safe crew operations.
General Laborer/Warehouse Manager
Sport Redi-Mix/Duce Construction
Champaign
04.2012 - 11.2021
- Coordinated daily warehouse operations to maintain efficient workflow and accurate inventory management.
- Directed staff scheduling and training to improve team readiness and ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Organized warehouse design to maximize space for stock while allowing for high volume traffic zones.
- Loaded and unloaded materials for various construction activities.
- Moved heavy objects such as lumber, concrete blocks, bricks, steel beams and other materials using hoists or hand tools.
- Assisted tradespeople such as electricians, plumbers and painters with their respective duties onsite.
- Assisted skilled tradespeople with specialized tasks to enhance project outcomes.
- Operated various hand tools and machinery for construction tasks.
- Followed safety protocols while working onsite including wearing protective gear.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Eastern Illinois University
Charleston, IL12-1999
Timeline
Maintenance Worker
Parkland College
10.2024 - Current
Construction Worker
Mayfield Construction
11.2021 - 10.2024
General Laborer/Warehouse Manager
Sport Redi-Mix/Duce Construction
04.2012 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Eastern Illinois University