Brian Jones
Livonia,MI
Summary
Results-driven Carpenter Foreman with over 30 years of experience. Known for effective communication and conflict resolution skills, ensuring safety compliance and quality craftsmanship. Committed to mentoring teams and enhancing project efficiency. Handy in many respects and have the ability to diagnose and solve minor and daily issues on and off the job.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Carpenter Foreman
Rose Moving and Storage Office Division
Belleville, MI
03.1991 - 10.2025
- Supervised daily operations, ensuring compliance with safety standards and efficient workflow.
- Trained junior carpenters on advanced woodworking techniques and safety protocols.
- Conducted quality inspections to uphold high standards in craftsmanship and structural integrity.
- Developed detailed project plans, aligning team efforts with client specifications and deadlines.
- Resolved on-site challenges promptly, maintaining productivity and minimizing disruptions to work flow.
- Mentored junior carpenters to develop their skills, ensuring a well-trained workforce for future projects.
- Increased project efficiency by delegating tasks and supervising a team of carpenters.
- Ensured compliance with building codes by thoroughly reviewing design plans before commencing construction tasks.
- Reduced material waste by implementing accurate measurements, cutting techniques, and proper storage practices.
- Established a positive working environment fostering teamwork and open communication among crew members.
- Enhanced client satisfaction with high-quality craftsmanship in custom carpentry work.
- Maintained organized records of blueprints, plans, and specifications for easy access during the construction process.
- Led a team of carpenters in project execution, fostering collaboration and skill development.
- Implemented new techniques to improve construction processes and reduce material waste.
- Coordinated scheduling and resource allocation to optimize project timelines and deliverables.
Education
Braodcast Communications
Henry Ford Community College
Dearborn, MISkills
- Hand and power tools
- Job site maintenance
- Safety processes and procedures
- Blueprint reading
- Schedule management
- Material prepping
- Assignment delegation
- Heavy lifting
- Operations oversight
- Conflict resolution
- Performance management
- Workforce management
- General carpentry
- Safety guidelines adherence
- Carpentry projects
- Construction safety
- Effective communication
- Quality assurance
- Site safety
- Construction management
- Basic mathematics
- Attention to detail
- Employee management
- Site maintenance
- Worker supervision
- Work monitoring
- Following instructions
- Site measuring and marking
- Dependable and hardworking
- Hand and power tool operation
- Customer relations
- Field inspection
- Facilities maintenance
- Equipment operation
- Safe operating procedures
- Mechanical aptitude
- Schedule oversight
- Loading and unloading trucks
- Bandsaw expertise
Languages
English
Full Professional
Interests
Golfing, Outdoor and Adventure, Physical Fitness and Wellness
Timeline
Carpenter Foreman
Rose Moving and Storage Office Division
03.1991 - 10.2025
Braodcast Communications
Henry Ford Community College