1. Ryan Abel
21413 44th Ave ct e * Spanaway WA 98387 * (253) 970-1775 * Ryan.abel77@gmail.com
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Accomplished manager with extensive background in construction trades. Experienced in carpentry, metal working, welding,
masonry, locksmithing, and sign making. Equally strong in project planning, work estimating, and administrative supervision.
Handles multiple teams to complete large amounts of workflow with high operational tempo. Some areas of expertise include:
Heavy Equipment Operations * Microsoft Office * Budgeting & Forecasting
Project Planning * Environmental Regulations * Workflow Management
Professional Writing * Office Automation * Professional Locksmithing
MILITARY BACKGROUND
UNITED STATES AIR FORCE January 2007 – Present
Work center Manager, Joint Base Lewis-McChord,WA (January 2014 - Present)
 Oversaw 12-month OJT apprenticeship program for 25 military members; trained existing craftsmen in project planning.
 Implemented organizational Air Force-Army structuralengineering merger; increased management of responsible real-estate
from 805 to over 4,100 facilities covering 90,000 acres.
 Developed work tracking system; coordinated 219 service orders, 10 emergency responses, 2 military training projects,
managed large budgets— 98% on-time completion rate while supervising,training, organizing and equipping 25 Airmen
 Led 25 member Structural Repair shop; coordinated subordinate workflow and managed shop safety and HAZMAT
programs. Allocated personneland materials to meet work needs.
 Performed Project Management practices using advanced construction knowledge as well as Project Planning and Schedule
Development
 Utilized expert customer service skills to include working with current and future clients
 Drafted, routed and finalized 32 worker annual performance reports using full spectrum of Microsoft Office software as well
as other proprietary office automation programs. Managed organizational work management system.
Structural Craftsman, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA (January 2012 – January 2014)
 Executed skilled carpentry, masonry, welding and locksmithing craft work and facility repairs for a 142 square mile military
installation. Served as the assistant manager for a 25 personnelshop as well as direct workplace supervisorfor 5 journeyman
workers.
 Led 5 large scale engineering projects with a total value of $6.8 Million in northern Qatar providing newly renovated
facilities to U.S. military personnel.
 Spearheaded $60,000 renovation project; trained and led 35 project members cons isting of5 construction crafts--designed,
planned, purchased materials & built 816 square foot room.
 Built ground-up 5,000 square foot pre-engineered building; poured concrete, led phases ofvertical erection, framed &
finished interior with 2 restrooms, kitchen, & open meeting room—saved $250,000 in labor cost, Air Force Civil
Engineering’s #1 training project branch wide.
 Supervised assembly of world-class closing ceremony stage for annual international airlift competition; constructed 60 Wild
West themed tents—supported competitors from 18 nations,lauded as “best ever” event of its kind by 4 Star General
 Tackled 163 maintenance jobs; upgraded 20 facilities to comply with safety regulations, secured buildings housing $45
million in Air Force assets; improved quality of life & working conditions for over 500 airmen and civilians
 Managed physical security for 142 square mile military installation while working as the primary military Locksmith shop
personnel.
Structural Journeyman,McChord Air Force base WA (June 2009 – January 2012)
 Prepared cost estimates for multiple projects resulting in reduction of material costs for various projects (20%). Streamlined
various construction projects using leadership skills fortified through 45hrs of leadership and management classes.
Satisfied Structural Journeyman requirements; completed 10 book course—upgraded to journeyman skill-level.

2.  Entrusted with safe-keeping DoD assets; fabricated 3 1800 Square foot facilities to house 120 military personnel, assisted
with $45,000 blood shipment to deployed service members. Served 180 day deployment in south-west Asia; executed
remodel of 6 latrine & showerfacilities valued at $1.5 million—directly supported 1,000 multinational deployed members,
saved $250,000 in 3rd party contractorcosts.
 Managed physical security for 142 square mile military installation while working as the primary military Locksmith shop
personnel.
 Created and managed work center HAZMAT program including a standardized inventory of shop related hazardous materials
as well as proper use and disposalprocesses for38 workers; ensured 100% compliance with OSHA and organizational
guidelines
Structural Apprentice, McChord Air Force Base, WA (October 2007 – June 2009)
 Gained on-the-job experience in construction & maintenance; worked 117 maintenance jobs, completed 27 computer based
courses,11 volunteer projects Organized and developed planning and material costs for $3.6 million rehabilitation facility
supporting 200 people weekly. Facilitated multiple programs including HAZMAT, shop stock, and cost reduction for jobs.
 Selected for early promotion for outstanding job performance as well as knowledge in construction and construction
management. Contributed towards receipt of “Air Mobility Command Small Unit of the Year Award”
Attended week long deployment-construction and attack response course in Tyndall Air Force Base Florida.
Tech School Student, Gulfport Naval Construction Battalion Center,MS (April 2007 – September 2007)
 Completed 20 week builder school; learned concrete,rough framing, masonry, tile, drywall, sheet metal, 4 forms of welding,
installing doors and their components,and contingency construction such as tents,barriers, and structural hardening
 Volunteered as chaplain support leader; assisted in accommodating religious needs of current & incoming trainees
Basic Military Training Trainee, Lackland Air Force Base,TX (March 2007 – April 2007)
 Finished 6 week boot camp course; gained military discipline, attended field exercises, qualified as expert rifle marksman
 Hand-selected to assume dorm chief responsibilities. Led 60 fellow trainees, managed 4 subordinate leaders —100% pass rate
EDUCATION
 Attending Saint Martin’s University, Lacey, WA Present Pursuing
Bachelor of Science
 Community College of the Air Force, Maxwell Air Force Base, AL 2015
Associate of Applied Science in Construction Technology
 Non-Commissioned Officer Academy Distance Learning Course 2015
 OSHA Safety Course, JBLM, WA (1 week) 2014
 Vendor Based Locksmith Fundamentals and Safe Manipulation Course 2013
 Asbestos AwarenessCourse,JBLM, WA (16 hour) 2013
 Environmental Protection Managers Course, JBLM, WA (3 day) 2013
 Project Planning & Work Estimating, Sheppard Air Force Base, TX (3 week) 2012
 Sheet Metal Fabrication and Layout and Advanced Welding 2011
 Airman Leadership School, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA (6 week) 2011
 Built-up Roofing Course, Gulfport Naval Construction Battalion Center, MS (10 day) 2009
 Builder School Technical Training, Gulfport Naval Construction Battalion Center, MS (20 week) 2007
AWARDS
Air Force Achievement Medal Meritorious Unit Award
Air Force Outstanding Unit Award (4) Air Force Good Conduct Medal (3)
National Defense Service Medal Armed Forces Expeditionary Service Medal
Afghanistan Campaign Medal Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal
Global War on Terrorism Service Medal Rifle & Small Arms Expert Ribbon
Hard Charger Award (2)