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Education
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Brandon Townsend

Carpenter
Chicago,IL
Brandon Townsend

Summary

Knowledgeable professional offering experience and abilities in completing frameworks for structural construction jobs. Bright and detail-oriented in calculating accurate measurements. Focused on safety by keeping work areas neat, following protocols, using equipment and tools appropriately and warning teammates of potential hazards. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level carpentry position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

12
years of professional experience

Work History

W.E. O'Neil Construction

Union Carpenter Concrete Forman
05.2023 - Current

Job overview

  • Assisted in training new apprentices, sharing knowledge of carpentry techniques and best practices within the union community.
  • Provided detailed progress updates to supervisors, maintaining open lines of communication during all stages of construction projects.
  • Supported project success by collaborating effectively with architects, subcontractors, and other tradespeople throughout the construction process.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
  • Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
  • Specialized in foundations, framing and finish carpentry.
  • Facilitated harmonious working relationships with crew members to prevent problems and conflicts.

McHugh Construction

Union Carpenter Concrete Forman
12.2011 - 05.2023

Job overview

  • Maintained a clean worksite, promoting productivity and reducing potential hazards throughout the construction process.
  • Assisted in training new apprentices, sharing knowledge of carpentry techniques and best practices within the union community.
  • Concrete forman : Very familiar with Doka forms and concrete operations. Vertical, decking and shoring.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete projects on time and under budget, meeting client expectations.
  • Enhanced workplace safety through regular inspections of tools and equipment, ensuring proper maintenance and repairs.

Education

The Chicago Regional Council of Carpenters Apprent
Chicago, IL

Journeyman from Carpentry
05.2016

University Overview

University of Dubuque
Dubuque, IA

Flight Operations from Aviation
05.2008

University Overview

Skills

  • Site cleanup
  • Finish Carpentry
  • Power tool proficiency
  • Structural knowledge
  • Blueprint Interpretation
  • Scaffolding Setup
  • Framing Expertise
  • Scaffolding construction
  • Measuring and Cutting
  • Hand and power tools
  • General laborer
  • Worksite safety
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Crew Management
  • Construction background
  • Concrete Form Construction

Timeline

Union Carpenter Concrete Forman
W.E. O'Neil Construction
05.2023 - Current
Union Carpenter Concrete Forman
McHugh Construction
12.2011 - 05.2023
The Chicago Regional Council of Carpenters Apprent
Journeyman from Carpentry
University of Dubuque
Flight Operations from Aviation
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