Andrew Shinn

• Measured, cut and shaped wood materials to specifications using hand tools, such as saws and chisels.
• Installed cabinets, fixtures and trim according to plans and blueprints.
• Installed interior trim work such as baseboards and moldings around windows and doors.
• Repaired or replaced damaged structures or components.
• Calculated material costs for projects based on labor estimates provided by clients.
• Read blueprints, schematics and drawings to determine layout requirements.
• Maintained a clean job site at all times by disposing of debris properly after each shift.
• Fitted door locksets, deadbolts and other hardware on doors according to manufacturer's instructions.
• Prepared surfaces by sanding or scraping off old finishes prior to refinishing them.
• Laid out flooring patterns according to design templates or customer specifications.
• Performed routine maintenance on carpentry equipment such as saws and drills.
• Installed drywall sheets onto walls or ceilings using nails or screws.
• Fabricated staircases, doors, window frames and other wooden components for buildings.
• Operated power tools safely when performing carpentry tasks such as drilling holes into lumber pieces.
• Provided consultation services for homeowners regarding custom carpentry designs.
• Studied blueprints, sketches or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
• Repaired or replaced damaged or defective parts using power tools and equipment.
• Shaped or cut materials to proper measurements using hand tools, machines or power saws.
• Conducted inspections, diagnosed problems, took measurements and made necessary adjustments to complete projects according to specifications.
• Promoted team safety by keeping work areas free of hazards.
• Used various carpenter's hand tools, portable power tools and standard measuring instruments.
• Contracted and collaborated with specialty sub-contractors for special trade jobs or installations.
• Installed building windows, trim and cabinetry alone or with assistants to meet job deadlines.
• Laid and stained oak casings and hardwood floors.
• Performed various carpentry duties, including both rough and finish carpentry.
• Positioned and installed floor joists, trusses and rafters.
• Cut timber, panels and other wooden materials according to measured dimensions.
• Examined buildings and project specifications to determine measurements.
• Applied design-specific wood and composite trim according to architectural plans and neighborhood regulations.
• Reviewed jobsite needs with foreman and coordinated construction.
• Anchored and braced forms to complete precise joining.
• Used band, circular and compound miter saws.
• Prioritized work, keeping carpentry jobs on task and within budget.
• Led apprentices and trainees in building construction and renovation.
• Cut and installed tile and hardwood flooring for residential and commercial buildings.
• Installed cabinets, base cabinets and crown molding.
• Consistently constructed square and level projects.
• Worked independently on projects and tasks within carpentry team.
• Utilized various tools, equipment, materials and forming systems to complete construction tasks.
• Removed damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repaired or replaced using hand tools.
• Maintained clean and organized workplace to optimize performance, efficiency and safety.
• Communicated with teammates and supervisors frequently to understand requirements and complete projects on time.
• Took accurate measurements to calculate size and amount of materials needed for project completion.
• Covered subfloors with building paper and lay hardwood or parquet floors by nailing to subfloor or cementing to mastic base.
• Bore boltholes in wood, masonry or concrete using electric or pneumatic drill.
• Measured and marked cut lines on materials using ruler or marking gauge.
• Inspected tiles, wall coverings or woodwork for breakage or damage.
• Installed windows, flooring, or trim using hand or power tools.
• Roughed in door and window frames or subflooring in structures undergoing construction or repair.
• Adhered to project blueprints and requirements to deliver quality work.
• Maintained records and documented actions for progress reports.
• Verified trueness of construction using plumb and level.
• Fashioned frameworks or props using hand tools and wood screws, nails or glue.
• Studied blueprints or building plans to prepare layout and materials required.

I started as an apprentice in the union, wend through 4 years at the carpenters training center in Ferndale mi. I Became a journeyman and ran multiple job sites. I had to layout jobs, prep the surrounding areas for floor covering, make sure slab conditions were at correct moisture levels for new flooring to be installed properly, install all kinds of flooring and trim work for whatever the job called for, I had to lead teams to complete jobs on a timely manner, and make sure job was finished properly.

Maintained all apartment buildings, from outside work to all inside work. I had to do plumbing, electrical, heating and cooling, carpentry, drywall, railings, flooring, and appliances.

I helped a small constructing company perform all sorts of jobs, such as concrete work, building homes from start to finish, roofs, siding, soffits, drywall, and more