George S. Forsyth
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3D Rendering of Revit BIM model for a Service Station Remodel Project.

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George S. Forsyth

Seeking a position with a growing organization to make a positive impact on revenues, and experience long term career growth.

36618 Sparta Ave

Madera, CA 93636

559-645-1590 

George@clipboard.net

 

 

Professional Skills Profile 

 

­Computer Service and Maintenance

­Network Administration

­Engineering, Drafting & Design

­Project Planning & Management

­Mathematical & Statistical Calculations

­Facilities Engineering & Maintenance

­Customer/Account Proposals

­Group Presentations & Public Speaking

­Computer Modeling & Analysis

­Specifications, Reporting & Documentation

­Hydraulic & Pneumatic Systems

­Process Improvement & Optimization

 

­Proficient with MS Word, MS Excel, MS Project, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and AutoCAD, AutoCAD Architecture,
AutoCAD MEP, Revit, Revit MEP, Revit Architecture, Navis Works and 3DS Max Design.

 

 

Professional Experience 

 West Star Environmental Fresno, CA                                    March 2004 to January 2015

(Design & Build contractor)

BIM Manager/Draftsperson (full-time)

  • Design Service Stations, Generator Fuel Systems, incl. Plumbing, Building, Electrical, Site Plans using AutoCAD Architecture/MEP and Revit.
  • Prepare detailed assembly drawings for on-site production and create BIM 3D models from sketches and 2d drawings.
  • Work independently with little or no direct supervision.
  • Design and implemented CAD drafting system and CAD Standards.
  • Develop and manage construction production schedules.
  • Create 3D renderings for sales presentations.

 

Carlin Manufacturing, Inc.  Fresno, CA                                March 2007 to January 2012

(Designer/manufacturer of commercial kitchen facilities)

 Senior Detailer/Draftsperson (full-time)

  • Member of 5-person product design and engineering team responsible for new product designs as well as enhancements to existing products, systems and technologies.
  • Prepared detailed assembly drawings and construction documents for on-site production and created computer models from sketches and antiquated drawings.
  • Worked independently with little or no direct supervision and under direct supervision.

 

Personal Publishers  Madera, CA                                           September 2001 to Present

(Internet Service Provider, Web Developer, Design Draftsman)

 Owner/Design Draftsman/Network Administrator/ Web Developer

  • Designed Service Stations, Generator Fuel Systems, incl. Plumbing, Building, Electrical, Site Plans using AutoCAD v2010-2014.
  • Performed Wide Area Network installations with connectivity using Asynchronous Dial-in, Dedicated and Dial-in ISDN and DSL.
  • Installation and configuration of MS Windows Advanced server on various hardware platforms.
  • LAN installation and configuration for various small to mid-sized business clients.
  • Provided technical support, maintenance and customer service for a 500 to 3000 dial-in client network.
  • Designed and programmed client web sites.

 

Boyle Engineering  Fresno, CA                                          February 1993 to February 1994

(Engineering Firm)

 Design Draftsman

  • Maintain and update technical drawings for Cal State Prison project.
  • Created detailed technical drawings of structural designs according to specifications provided by engineering staff.

 

Carlin Manufacturing  Fresno, CA                                           April 1992 to January 1993

(Designer/manufacturer of commercial kitchen facilities)

 CAD Draftsman

  • Developed CAD drawings for newly acquired facilities, updating and maintaining existing facility documentation.
  • Created detailed technical drawings of structural designs according to specifications for retail, commercial and industrial projects.
  • Developed a CAD parts library by converting legacy drawings into AutoCad files.
  • Designed mobile kitchens and refrigerated food transports.
  • Created technical manuals for military kitchens.

 

Kirby Manufacturing  Merced, CA                                              March 1985 to April 1991

 (Designer/manufacturer of cattle feeding equipment)

Design Draftsman

  • Designed cattle feeding vehicles and associated equipment.
  • Developed manufacturing drawings.
  • Created technical manuals
  • Designed and implemented CAD drafting system and CAD Standards.
  • Created computerized inventory control and cost accounting system.

 

Hussman Corporation  Merced, CA                                    January 1984 to February 1985

 (Designer/manufacturer Refrigerated Walk-In Coolers/Freezers and Checkout Stands)

Design Draftsman

  • Designed walk-in refrigeration equipment. i.e. (coolers and freezers).
  • Developed manufacturing drawings for production departments.

 

US Navy                                                                            November 1976 to February 1983

Boiler Technician

  • Monitored fuel and water inventories.
  • Repaired and maintained water, fuel, steam systems mechanisms.

 

Education 

 

Associate of Science Building Information Modeling– Concentration in Drafting & Design

  • International Academy of Design & Technology, Tampa FL June 2014
  • School of Fluid Power 12 hours Basic Fluid Power and 12 hours Advanced Fluid Power April 1988
  • Attended and graduated US Naval Boiler “A” school - 1977

 

 

HONORS AND AWARDS 

 

­Certificate of Outstanding Achievement - Engineering Design - Kirby Manufacturing, Inc. March 1991

­Presidents List - Sanford Brown - 4.0 GPA - 2012 - 2014