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Work History
Education
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Alejandro Santiago

East Newark, NJ,NJ

Summary

Highly skilled and safety conscious construction professional with 16+ years of experience with both residential and commercial projects. Proficient in a wide range of construction skills and equipment operation, seeking a challenging role within the company to apply advanced practical knowledge and contribute to the successful, safe completion of complex projects.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lead Installer

J & J Carpentry
01.2024 - Current

-Managed a team of three installation technicians, coordinating daily project tasks and providing technical guidance.

-Installed a variety of stair components, including newel posts, balusters, and handrails, maintaining high standards of precision and safety.

-Constructed and reinforced foundational platforms and structural support necessary for secure stair installations, adhering to engineering blueprints.

Foreman

Master AMD
02.2022 - 12.2023

-Fabricated custom cabinets and furniture pieces from design specifications/blueprints, ensuring high-quality finishes and precise measurements for residential and commercial clients.

-Installed a variety of architectural millwork, including case molding, base molding, and wall panels, ensuring a seamless fit and finish to enhance interior aesthetics.

-Applied laminates to panels and bank fixtures, utilizing specialized techniques and tools to ensure durability.

-Performed detailed touch-ups and repairs on existing cabinetry and furniture, ensuring all finished products met quality standards and client expectations.

-Collaborated with clients and designers to understand project requirements, provide tailored solutions, and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.

Journeyman Carpenter

Restart LLC
03.2020 - 02.2022

- Professional installation and sealing of wood, vinyl, and aluminum windows and doors, serving residential and light commercial properties.
-Expert installation of interior/exterior doors, including French, patio, and entry systems, with specialized glazing services for optimal light and efficiency.
-Comprehensive window and door solutions, from precise fitment and sealing to detailed glazing, ensuring weather-tight, secure, and energy-efficient openings.

-Prepared interior and exterior surfaces by cleaning, sanding, and patching with spackling and putty compounds.

-Performed surface preparation, including application of putty, wood filler, and caulks to ensure a smooth and even finish.

-Applied stains, varnishes, and lacquers to wooden surfaces to achieve desired finishes and protection.

-Limited experience in priming, painting interior and exterior surfaces using brushes, rollers, and spray equipment.

Installer

J & J Elite Carpentry
01.2019 - 03.2020

- Installed a variety of stair components, including newel posts, balusters, and handrails, maintaining high standards of precision and safety.
-Constructed and reinforced foundational platforms and structural support necessary for secure stair installations, adhering to engineering blueprints.

Foreman

J & M Complete Construction
09.2009 - 01.2019

-Construct and frame residential homes and commercial buildings, ensuring structural integrity and compliance with blueprints and safety standards.
-Perform fire blocking installations to meet all local building codes and safety regulations.
-Coordinate and conduct project walk-throughs with municipal inspectors to ensure code compliance and successful project sign-off.
-Reinforce existing structures for new load-bearing requirements or the installation of heavy equipment on walls and ceilings.
-Manage demolition phases of projects, maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.
-Build new additions, construct partition walls, and install decking systems.

Education

High School Diploma -

Barringer High School
Newark, NJ

Skills

  • Detail Oriented
  • Reliable
  • Woodworking: Custom furniture design and build, joinery (mortise-and-tenon, dovetail), milling, finishing (stain, varnish, oil)
  • Restoration: Historical refurbishment, antique repair, material preservation, period-appropriate techniques ,

Certification

- Osi Certificate: Installation of windows and doors.

- OSHA 30 Hour Occupational Safety and Health Certificate

- OSHA 8 Hour Fall Prevention Certificate

- OSHA 2 Hour Drug and Alcohol Awareness

Timeline

Lead Installer

J & J Carpentry
01.2024 - Current

Foreman

Master AMD
02.2022 - 12.2023

Journeyman Carpenter

Restart LLC
03.2020 - 02.2022

Installer

J & J Elite Carpentry
01.2019 - 03.2020

Foreman

J & M Complete Construction
09.2009 - 01.2019

High School Diploma -

Barringer High School
Alejandro Santiago