Arnold Torres
Norwalk,CA
Summary
Foreman with proven expertise in residential and commercial construction, honed at Wall set Construction. Excelled in crew leadership and operations supervision, boosting team productivity. Skilled in project estimation and customer service. Adept at fostering a dedicated work ethic and mentoring teams for peak performance. Flexible bilingual hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success. Trustworthy professional offering several years as foreman. Focused and skilled in coordinating personnel, materials and equipment. Decisive when responding to urgent issues and resolving problems. Reliable foreman with several years of construction site experience. Superb project oversight, team management.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Foreman Plaster
Wall set Construction
Compton, CA
02.2018 - Current
- Developed and implemented strategies to improve team productivity.
- Resolved conflicts between workers in a timely manner.
- Managed inventory levels of supplies necessary for job completion.
- Developed and maintained daily operations procedures to ensure efficiency.
- Developed ways to measure the success of daily operations initiatives.
- Installed metal frames for suspended ceilings.
- Smoothed rough spots on wall surfaces using trowels and other hand tools.
- Worked collaboratively with other tradespeople on construction sites.
- Organized the storage of supplies, tools and equipment used in the course of construction activities.
- Supervised and coordinated the activities of workers engaged in all phases of construction projects.
- Established relationships with suppliers to secure better pricing on materials and services needed for projects.
- Measured distances accurately using tape measures or laser measuring devices.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on all tools used during construction process ensuring that they were properly functioning at all times.
- Set up ladders or temporary platforms used in construction projects.
- Operated a variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks such as sawing, drilling, hammering, and excavating.
- Erected scaffolding according to job specifications.
- Communicated effectively with clients, contractors, architects, engineers.
- Scheduled inspections by local authorities when necessary.
- Performed demolition activities, such as removing walls or tearing out flooring.
- Applied waterproof coatings over concrete surfaces such as foundations, steps, and porches.
- Measured, cut, bent, and installed metal corner beads to reinforce outside corners.
- Installed flashing around window sills and door frames to prevent water ingress into wall cavities.
- Cut and fitted insulation board around windows and doors prior to applying stucco finishes.
- Mixed and applied plaster to walls, ceilings, and partitions of exterior structures.
- Stripped off all loose paint from existing surfaces prior to new coatings being applied.
- Applied metal lath over wood frames or furring strips over masonry walls as a base for plastering.
- Taped plastic sheeting on floors and furniture before starting work activities on interior walls and ceilings.
- Placed reinforcing mesh in forms prior to pouring concrete for added strength.
- Prepared surfaces prior to application of finish coats of stucco or other materials.
- Operated power tools such as angle grinders and disc sanders safely and effectively when required.
- Inspected finished work for conformance with specifications regarding smoothness, thickness and uniformity of texture.
- Installed ornamental designs in wet plaster using templates or freehand techniques.
- Scraped and sanded surfaces to remove old plaster or other material.
- Formulated plaster mixes according to specifications using gauging trowels, measuring boxes, and mixers.
- Attended safety meetings regularly to ensure compliance with company policies and procedures relating to safe working practices.
- Cleaned tools at the end of each job day ensuring they are ready for use next time.
- Communicated effectively with customers and project managers regarding progress updates and any issues that may arise during projects.
- Repaired cracks in plaster by filling with patching compound then smoothing the surface.
- Removed cracked or damaged mortar joints from brickwork before repointing them.
- Operated boom lifts and scissor lifts to apply and products to walls.
- Loaded and unloaded materials by lifting, pushing, and pulling heavy material loads.
- Completed range of projects such as ornamental and flat plaster applications.
- Communicated with clients to convey estimated time, materials, and labor for desired project.
- Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of mason and plasterer duties.
- Operated power and hand sanders to prepare surfaces for pasting.
- Applied plaster and other troweled materials to walls and other surfaces and finished to smooth condition.
- Trained team members in proper installation methods to meet project quality and efficiency standards.
- Mentored new team members and cultivated safe and team-oriented atmosphere.
- Applied decorative or textured finishes or coverings to designated surfaces.
- Protected structures or surfaces near work areas to avoid damage or excess debris.
- Mixed mortar by operating mixing drills and tools.
- Prepared materials and work area according to design and specification documents.
- Mixed substances or compounds needed for each task.
- Inspected and machines to verify conformance to product specifications.
- Used hammers and masonry saws to construct, repair and demolish concrete walls and bases.
- Sprayed acoustic materials and textured finishes over walls and ceilings for aesthetic and technical purposes.
- Applied prefabricated insulation systems to building exteriors over existing walls, covering surfaces with insulation boards, reinforcing mesh and base coats.
Construction Foreman
Pro Wall Plastering
Orange, CA
10.2017 - 02.2019
- Organized meetings with clients to discuss project specifications.
- Maintained daily logs of labor and equipment used on-site.
- Trained new employees in safety regulations, operational procedures, and company policies.
- Conducted regular performance reviews with crew members.
- Developed and implemented safety protocols for the team.
- Trained new employees on company policies and procedures.
- Resolved conflicts between workers in a timely manner.
- Created detailed reports on job progress and submitted them to management on time.
- Inspected tools, materials, and equipment to ensure quality standards were met.
- Organized meetings with clients to discuss project specifications and expectations.
- Supervised activities of personnel assigned to various tasks during construction jobs.
Laborer Plaster
Core Plastering
San Juan Capistrano, CA
07.2015 - 08.2017
- Cleaned work area after job completion ensuring all debris is properly disposed of.
- Performed regular checks of equipment for proper operation and safety compliance.
- Lifted objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance when necessary.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory levels and product locations in the warehouse.
- Poured concrete foundations for structures such as buildings or bridges according to blueprints provided.
- Assisted with basic maintenance tasks such as sweeping, mopping, painting, and cleaning.
- Worked with team members to ensure efficient workflow throughout the day.
- Stacked and arranged products on pallets according to size and weight requirements.
- Prepared surfaces prior to painting by sanding, scraping, patching holes, and filling cracks with putty or plaster.
- Organized tools, supplies, and equipment needed for specific jobs according to instructions provided by supervisor.
- Transported heavy items from one location to another using hand trucks or carts.
- Repaired damaged drywall sections including taping joints and applying texture coats as needed.
- Followed all safety procedures when handling hazardous materials in the laboratory setting.
Laborer Plaster
Advantage Drywall
Irvine, CA
12.2012 - 12.2015
- Maintained accurate records of inventory levels and product locations in the warehouse.
- Transported heavy items from one location to another using hand trucks or carts.
- Cleaned work area after job completion ensuring all debris is properly disposed of.
- Installed insulation into walls using blow guns or similar tools while adhering to safety guidelines.
- Lifted objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance when necessary.
- Performed regular checks of equipment for proper operation and safety compliance.
- Repaired damaged drywall sections including taping joints and applying texture coats as needed.
- Followed all safety procedures when handling hazardous materials in the laboratory setting.
- Ensured that all personal protective gear was worn at all times while on the job site.
- Inspected finished projects for quality assurance purposes before handing off to customer.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto or from pallets, trucks, or other vehicles using a forklift.
- Assembled scaffolding around construction sites for use by laborers during high-rise building projects.
- Organized tools, supplies, and equipment needed for specific jobs according to instructions provided by supervisor.
- Worked with team members to ensure efficient workflow throughout the day.
- Unloaded freight from containers and organized them for storage in designated areas.
Laborer Foreman
Jaime Torres Plastering
Norwalk, CA
02.2008 - 12.2012
- Assessed workers' performance regularly and provided feedback.
- Assigned tasks to laborers and monitored their progress.
- Submitted weekly reports detailing job progress and cost estimates.
- Managed timekeeping and payroll functions for employees.
- Worked closely with contractors, suppliers, and customers as required.
- Conducted on-the-job training of new laborers.
- Organized equipment and supplies needed for each project.
- Resolved conflicts between workers when necessary.
- Ensured compliance with company policies, procedures, rules.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors related to labor needs.
- Inspected worksites to ensure they met industry standards.
- Scheduled jobs according to customer requirements or deadlines.
- Provided direction, guidance and instruction to staff regarding job duties.
- Ordered materials and tools required for each job site.
- Communicated with other departments to coordinate efforts as needed.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on equipment used by laborers.
- Ensured proper safety protocols were followed at all times.
- Supervised the quality of workmanship on assigned projects.
- Maintained accurate records of labor costs and material usage.
- Monitored worker productivity levels and took corrective action when needed.
- Kept production team moving forward for progress in daily site operations.
- Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
- Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
- Kept detailed progress records to hit strict deadlines and adjust plans.
Education
High School Diploma -
John Glenn High School
Norwalk, CA05-2008
Some College (No Degree) -
Cerritos College
Norwalk, CASkills
- Residential construction
- Operations supervision
- Project estimation and bidding
- Fall protection
- Construction operation support
- Materials estimating
- Construction management
- Job site management
- Construction deadlines
- Material ordering
- Crew supervision
- Team mentoring
- Crew leadership
- Commercial construction experience
- Dedicated work ethic
- Employee training
- Multitasking and organization
- Scaffolding set up
- Effective communication
- Crew scheduling
- Project leadership
- Customer service
Timeline
Foreman Plaster
Wall set Construction
02.2018 - Current
Construction Foreman
Pro Wall Plastering
10.2017 - 02.2019
Laborer Plaster
Core Plastering
07.2015 - 08.2017
Laborer Plaster
Advantage Drywall
12.2012 - 12.2015
Laborer Foreman
Jaime Torres Plastering
02.2008 - 12.2012
High School Diploma -
John Glenn High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Cerritos College
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