Examined existing brick buildings to gauge need for repairs.
Demonstrated accurate measurement, calculation and project layout skills.
Constructed and repaired brick, concrete block, and stone structures for commercial and residential customers.
Performed building foundation layout with proper use of measuring tools.
Interpreted project blueprints or specifications to obtain information for masonry projects.
Determined masonry project materials' quantities and costs.
Collaborated with other construction professionals to ensure seamless integration of brickwork into overall building design.
Worked safely on scaffolding and swing stages at various heights.
Cut bricks and concrete using approved tools such as powered abrasive saws, paving breakers, drills and hand tools.
Prepared work area using chalk lines, tapes, squares and levels.
Performed basic masonry tasks such as tuckpointing, caulking, grinding and other required duties.
Read and interpreted blueprints, plans, or drawings to correctly lay blocks or bricks according to job or client specifications.
Brickmason
Cherokee Masonry
03.2016 - 12.2023
Examined existing brick buildings to gauge need for repairs.
Demonstrated accurate measurement, calculation and project layout skills.
Utilized common power and hand tools to complete each masonry project.
Constructed and repaired brick, concrete block, and stone structures for commercial and residential customers.
Performed building foundation layout with proper use of measuring tools.
Interpreted project blueprints or specifications to obtain information for masonry projects.
Completed projects on time and within budget by effectively managing work schedules and prioritizing tasks.
Worked safely on scaffolding and swing stages at various heights.
Cut bricks and concrete using approved tools such as powered abrasive saws, paving breakers, drills and hand tools.
Performed basic masonry tasks such as tuckpointing, caulking, grinding and other required duties.
Laid brick for block walls and adhered to local codes and project restrictions.
Concrete Finisher
Vargas Construction
05.2004 - 03.2016
Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
Mixed, spread, and patched concrete to specifications.
Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth transitions between different phases of the concrete placement process.
Shoveled materials such as dirt, gravel, and asphalt.
Created specific finishes on poured concrete.
Assisted crew members with positioning trucks and moved discharge chute to guide concrete into forms.
Measured precise amounts of concrete and verified levelness to improve quality of finished product.
Demonstrated versatility by successfully completing various types of concrete projects, including residential, commercial, and industrial applications.
Operated equipment such as forklifts safely to efficiently complete site work.
Minimized downtime during projects by properly maintaining tools, equipment, and machinery essential for efficient execution of tasks related to concrete finishing.
Assisted in training new employees on proper techniques and best practices for concrete finishing tasks.
Adapted quickly to changing job site requirements or unforeseen challenges without compromising quality or exceeding deadlines in completing assigned tasks related to concrete finishing.
Supported overall project success through expert knowledge of curing times, weather conditions, and other variables affecting final results in the concrete finishing process.
Increased client satisfaction by efficiently addressing concerns and providing high-quality finished surfaces.
Line Assembler
Trane Technologies
03.2004 - 05.2005
Collaborated with team members to meet production deadlines and maintain a consistent workflow.
Ensured product quality through thorough inspection of assembled items before moving them to the next stage in the process.
Increased productivity by quickly identifying issues in the assembly process and making necessary adjustments or repairs.
Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
Certified how to braze and solder unit components in a fast pace environment.
Troubleshot assembly line to repair malfunctions and avoid disruptions.
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