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Hi, I’m

Barry Haefs

Sioux City,IA

Summary

Highly motivated, Self Starter, and in my experience trades I am very skilled.

Overview

19
years of professional experience

Work History

Gerkee Excavation
Tomah, Wisconsin

Concrete Journeyman Foremen
05.2023 - 10.2023

Job overview

  • Assisted in mixing, pouring and finishing concrete for sidewalks, driveways and patios.
  • Inspected forms prior to pouring concrete to ensure proper alignment and depth.
  • Set up equipment such as vibrators and rebar cutters.
  • Measured and marked areas where concrete was to be poured.
  • Installed steel reinforcement bars or mesh in concrete forms per specifications.
  • Cut out damaged sections of existing concrete surfaces using jackhammers or power saws.
  • Operated bobcats, backhoes, trowels, screeds and other tools used in the installation of concrete structures.
  • Monitored curing process by misting with water or covering with plastic sheets to maintain moisture level in freshly poured slabs.
  • Mixed cement, sand, gravel and water to create different types of mixtures according to specified proportions.
  • Checked finished products for accuracy against blueprints or drawings.
  • Provided technical advice to clients regarding best practices for installing concrete structures.
  • Finished surfaces by troweling, floating and brushing following project requirements and specifications.
  • Positioned wire mesh and rebar to reinforce concrete.

Bearz Concrete Inc.
Sioux City, Iowa

Owner/Operator
04.2007 - 05.2023

Job overview

  • Developed business plan and budget to maximize profitability.
  • Analyzed market trends and customer feedback to identify opportunities for growth.
  • Managed daily operations of the business, including staff, sales, inventory, and accounting.
  • Oversaw hiring process for new employees, from recruiting to onboarding training.
  • Maintained relationships with vendors and suppliers in order to secure favorable terms on materials and services.
  • Monitored financial performance of the business on a weekly basis to ensure fiscal responsibility.

Sioux City Engineering
Sioux City, Iowa

Heavy Equipment Operator
03.2005 - 04.2007

Job overview

  • Managed daily operations of heavy equipment fleet, including troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
  • Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
  • Transported materials from one site to another using off-road vehicles.
  • Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs.
  • Assisted with the installation of underground utilities such as sewer lines and water mains.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
  • Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
  • Utilized GPS systems to accurately plot out job sites for excavation purposes.
  • Accurately estimated material needs based on job specifications provided by supervisor.

Education

Midland Park Jr./Senior High School
Eldora, IA

GED
01-1992

University Overview

WIT Tech
Sioux City, IA

Some College (No Degree) from Welding

University Overview

Skills

  • Welding with Mig, Tig, Arc welders
  • Torching with Gas, Plasma Cutter
  • Fabrication, Jigs, and Freestyle all positions
  • Heavy Equipment Operator of Excavator, Frontend Loader, Skidsteers, Laserscreed, Backhoes
  • All types of Commercial Concrete Construction
  • Operation of Business
  • Worksite safety
  • Finishing Techniques
  • Hand tools operation
  • Site preparation

Timeline

Concrete Journeyman Foremen
Gerkee Excavation
05.2023 - 10.2023
Owner/Operator
Bearz Concrete Inc.
04.2007 - 05.2023
Heavy Equipment Operator
Sioux City Engineering
03.2005 - 04.2007
Midland Park Jr./Senior High School
GED
WIT Tech
Some College (No Degree) from Welding

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