Alexis Cartagena
Lowell,MA
Summary
Energetically advanced from Construction Laborer at SMS Services to a skilled Fence Installer, mastering precise measurements and power tool operation. Excelled in project estimation and site preparation, significantly enhancing customer satisfaction through efficient problem-solving and quality workmanship. Demonstrated a strong ability to lead on projects, ensuring safety and high standards in every task.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Fence Installer
crowed & fence
Amherst, NH
07.2024 - 01.2025
- Used spades and augers to dig fence post holes.
- Verified vertical alignment of posts, utilizing plumb bobs and spirit levels.
- Operated power tools such as saws, drills, and grinders for cutting and shaping materials.
- Cleaned up worksites upon completion of each project ensuring no debris was left behind.
- Followed safety guidelines for using tools, equipment and heavy machinery to avoid accidents and injury.
- Fastened fence gates into position using appropriate tools.
- Stretch wire and wire mesh between posts.
- Utilized a variety of fastening techniques including cementing posts into place when necessary.
- Stocked supply areas with appropriate tools and materials needed for specific tasks.
- Attached post caps, rails, pickets, and other components with nails or screws.
- Adhered to strict safety protocols to minimize risk of accidents and injuries.
- Completed work in different weather conditions and on diverse ground types.
- Used estimation skills to determine materials and labor hours required for job.
- Created postholes with appropriate equipment, including spades and posthole diggers and backfilled holes with dirt or concrete to secure fencing.
- Assisted in loading and unloading trucks containing supplies needed for jobs.
- Ensured compliance with local regulations regarding placement of fences on property lines.
- Leveled ground surfaces for installation of fencing structures.
- Used measuring and marking equipment to measure and mark site locations or placement of structures or equipment.
- Removed materials and tools and cleaned up job site after project completion.
- Built picket fences by nailing pointed slats to rails.
- Positioned and clamped work pieces together to assemble jig fixtures.
- Provided assistance to other workers on larger projects requiring multiple installers.
- Measured and cut materials to specified dimensions using hand tools.
- Installed fence posts, panels, and gates according to manufacturer's specifications.
- Loaded fencing materials and tools onto trucks for transport to job site.
- Dug holes for posts using augers or post hole diggers.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.
Construction Laborer
SMS Services
Methuen, MA
04.2015 - 09.2022
- Positioned, aligned or sealed concrete wall sections or pipes.
- Loaded and unloaded building materials, tools, and machinery.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on tools and equipment used onsite.
- Notified supervisors of faulty operations and defective materials to improve production.
- Carried tools and equipment between job sites as required.
- Measured, marked or recorded openings or distances to construction layout areas.
- Used levels to ensure surfaces were even prior to completing tasks.
- Built forms for pouring concrete foundations and slabs.
- Sustained safety protocols to maintain secure, proper handling of equipment and materials.
- Monitored progress of projects to ensure that deadlines were met.
- Installed structures or fixtures using hand or power tools per plan drawings.
- Measured dimensions for foundations or other structures prior to pouring concrete or erecting walls.
- Loaded materials and tools into vehicles and unloaded upon arrival at jobsites.
- Assisted electrical, plumbing and carpentry teams by completing basic and semi-skilled work.
- Dug ditches or trenches, backfilled excavations or compacted and leveled earth to grade specifications.
- Demonstrated best safety practices working at heights and lifting various objects.
- Worked productively as lead or helping team member to drive customer satisfaction.
- Collected and removed debris from work sites to maintain team productivity and minimize safety hazards.
- Assisted with diverse construction challenges to help team and customer.
- Addressed and resolved on-site problems to keep teams on-task and avoid development of larger concerns.
- Removed rubble and other debris at construction sites using wheelbarrows or other equipment.
- Used picks and shovels to dig, spread and level dirt and gravel.
- Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
- Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
- Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
- Operated equipment with strong focus on safety and ground communication.
- Performed general clean-up activities onsite including sweeping and disposing of debris.
- Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
- Used laser measuring tools to calculate lengths, widths, and heights.
- Logged inventory to track supply counts, organize equipment, and gather important materials.
- Inspected completed work to ensure quality standards were met.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Skills
- Constructing wood fences
- Taking precise measurements
- Barbed wire installation
- Wooden fence building
- Project estimation
- Power tool operation
- Site preparation
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Fence Installer
crowed & fence
07.2024 - 01.2025
Construction Laborer
SMS Services
04.2015 - 09.2022