Overview
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Education
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Hi, I’m

Fernando Barragan

Concrete, carpenter journeyman
Groves,TX

Overview

15
years of professional experience

Work History

Cajun Industries LLC.
Baton Rough, LA

Concrete,Carpenter journeyman
07.2020 - Current

Job overview

  • Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
  • Measured precise amounts of concrete and verified levelness to improve quality of finished product.
  • Created specific finishes on poured concrete.
  • Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
  • Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
  • Mixed, spread and patched concrete to specifications.
  • Leveled, smoothed and finished surfaces of poured concrete for construction projects.
  • Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
  • Safely operated electric cordless and hammer drills and cutting torches.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and construction documents to determine project directives.
  • Specialized in foundations, framing and finish carpentry.
  • Studied specifications in blueprints, sketches or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
  • Measured and marked cutting lines on materials using pencil or chalk and marking gauge.
  • Assembled durable, high-quality structures by working with forming systems, hand tools and range of equipment.
  • Calculated dimensions and amount of needed materials by accurately measuring job site and structures.
  • Inspected job site location to evaluate for code violations and coordinated necessary maintenance or repairs.
  • Carefully read blueprints, sketches and technical drawings to inform comprehensive understanding of project scope and specifications.
  • Cut and shaped materials to meet outlined measurements.
  • Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
  • Aligned and squared frames and forms for installation.
  • Properly poured, set and cured concrete.
  • Streamlined construction processes by utilizing appropriate tools and equipment for each task.
  • Ensured adherence to safety protocols by wearing protective gear, following guidelines, and promoting safe practices among teammates.
  • Increased project durability through proper reinforcement installation and attention to detail during concrete pours.
  • Enhanced team productivity by consistently maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
  • Reduced material waste through efficient use of resources and minimizing excess in all tasks performed.
  • Collaborated with other trades to coordinate schedules and ensure timely completion of projects.
  • Maintained proper curing conditions after pour completion for optimal strength development within finished products.
  • Fostered positive working relationships with fellow carpenters through clear communication and teamwork in accomplishing shared goals.
  • Contributed to project success by strictly adhering to blueprints, specifications, and timelines provided by supervisors.
  • Showcased commitment to continuous learning by staying up-to-date on industry trends and best practices in concrete carpentry work.
  • Assisted with overall site preparation before beginning the construction process.
  • Provided input on potential improvements or modifications during planning meetings for future projects based on hands-on experiences from previous jobs.
  • Minimized errors during concrete pouring by effectively communicating with the team about layout plans and specifications.
  • Achieved smooth and level surfaces using screeds, trowels, and floats to finish concrete slabs accurately.
  • Improved project efficiency by ensuring accurate measurements and formwork placement for concrete pours.
  • Prevented costly rework through diligent inspection of completed forms prior to pouring concrete.
  • Constructed high-quality formwork systems, contributing to successful concrete installations on various projects.
  • Delivered exceptional craftsmanship, contributing to aesthetically pleasing and structurally sound projects that met or exceeded client expectations.
  • Utilized wheelbarrows, shovels and other tools to move, spread and level concrete.
  • Leveled, smoothed, and finished surfaces of poured concrete for construction projects.
  • Assisted with installation of steel and anchor bolts to reinforce concrete.
  • Safely operated concrete-cutting and finishing drills, power saws and trowels to complete assigned tasks.
  • Operated diverse manual and power tools to cut and shape concrete to required specifications.
  • Interpreted blueprints and diagrams to determine project dimensions and requirements.
  • Assisted crew members with positioning trucks and moved discharge chute to guide concrete into forms.
  • Participated in concrete pouring and finishing, expertly managing application of sealers and curing compounds.
  • Assisted with concrete mixing, following instructions for proper ratios of cement, sand and water.
  • Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
  • Followed protocols and stayed organized to provide personal and teammate safety.
  • Managed inventory of tools, supplies and equipment.

Zachry Industrial
Sabine Pass, TX

Concrete, Carpenter journeyman
06.2021 - 07.2024

Job overview

  • Streamlined construction processes by utilizing appropriate tools and equipment for each task.
  • Increased project durability through proper reinforcement installation and attention to detail during concrete pours.
  • Maintained proper curing conditions after pour completion for optimal strength development within finished products.
  • Achieved smooth and level surfaces using screeds, trowels, and floats to finish concrete slabs accurately.
  • Prevented costly rework through diligent inspection of completed forms prior to pouring concrete.
  • Improved project efficiency by ensuring accurate measurements and formwork placement for concrete pours.
  • Reduced material waste through efficient use of resources and minimizing excess in all tasks performed.
  • Fostered positive working relationships with fellow carpenters through clear communication and teamwork in accomplishing shared goals.
  • Contributed to project success by strictly adhering to blueprints, specifications, and timelines provided by supervisors.
  • Delivered exceptional craftsmanship, contributing to aesthetically pleasing and structurally sound projects that met or exceeded client expectations.
  • Provided input on potential improvements or modifications during planning meetings for future projects based on hands-on experiences from previous jobs.
  • Minimized errors during concrete pouring by effectively communicating with the team about layout plans and specifications.
  • Enhanced team productivity by consistently maintaining a clean and organized work environment.
  • Constructed high-quality formwork systems, contributing to successful concrete installations on various projects.
  • Showcased commitment to continuous learning by staying up-to-date on industry trends and best practices in concrete carpentry work.
  • Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
  • Leveled, smoothed, and finished surfaces of poured concrete for construction projects.
  • Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
  • Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
  • Safely operated concrete-cutting and finishing drills, power saws and trowels to complete assigned tasks.
  • Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
  • Interpreted blueprints and diagrams to determine project dimensions and requirements.
  • Assisted crew members with positioning trucks and moved discharge chute to guide concrete into forms.
  • Measured and marked cutting lines on materials using pencil or chalk and marking gauge.
  • Managed inventory of tools, supplies and equipment.
  • Followed protocols and stayed organized to provide personal and teammate safety.

Education

Dalton High School
Dalton, GA

High School Diploma

Skills

  • Materials Selection
  • Demolition and Cleanup
  • Finishing Techniques
  • Structural Assessment
  • Decision Making and Prioritization
  • Hardware Installation
  • Problem Solving
  • Safety Compliance
  • Hand and Power Tool Operation
  • Structure Assembly
  • Project Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • Carpentry and Woodworking
  • Power Tool Maintenance and Care
  • Interpreting Blueprints
  • Concrete Form Construction
  • Power tools operation
  • Layout planning
  • Formwork construction
  • Concrete finishing
  • Concrete mixing
  • Safety regulations
  • Structural analysis
  • Slab pouring
  • Leveling surfaces
  • Hand tools proficiency
  • Column forming
  • Foundation building
  • Rebar installation
  • Power tool operation
  • Safety protocols
  • Cement and pavement
  • Finishing techniques
  • Personal protective equipment
  • Hand tool proficiency
  • Site preparation
  • Training and mentoring
  • Foundation construction
  • Surface repair
  • Pre-cast concrete expertise
  • Concrete formwork
  • Joint sealing
  • Pre-cast concrete experience
  • Teamwork
  • Demolition and cleanup
  • Concrete form construction
  • Hand and power tools
  • Power tool maintenance and care
  • Finish carpentry
  • General laborer
  • Excellent communication
  • Organizational skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Self motivation
  • Safety compliance

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Spanish
Full Professional

Timeline

Concrete, Carpenter journeyman

Zachry Industrial
06.2021 - 07.2024

Concrete,Carpenter journeyman

Cajun Industries LLC.
07.2020 - Current

Dalton High School

High School Diploma
Fernando BarraganConcrete, carpenter journeyman