Brodrick Mcghee
Tuscaloosa
Summary
Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success.
Resourceful Foreman known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in project management, team leadership, and safety compliance, ensuring projects meet quality standards on time. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, leveraging these soft skills to lead teams effectively and overcome challenges in fast-paced environments.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Foreman
Jeffco Concrete
Tuscaloosa
04.2017 - Current
- Viewed and checked job equipment to determine maintenance requirements.
- Mixed concrete for pouring foundations or slabs according to instructions given by supervisors.
- Inspected completed work to ensure quality standards were met before pouring concrete.
- Installed steel reinforcement bars to strengthen concrete constructions.
- Polished completed projects with steel wool or buffing wheel to create desired luster or sheen.
- Adhered strictly to OSHA standards while performing tasks associated with concrete pumping operations.
- Installed reinforcing bars in concrete forms prior to pouring.
- Operated power tools such as saws, grinders, drills. to cut and shape concrete components.
- Performed grinding and polishing of concrete floors to the required finish, using various diamond tools.
- Provided assistance in mixing concrete if needed by supervisor.
- Cleaned and polished exterior surfaces of vehicles using wax, polishes, detergents, brushes, cloths and other materials.
- Polished chrome trim on vehicles with a cloth wheel buffer or electric polisher and buffer machine.
- Prepared surface for new layer of concrete by removing loose material using shovels or rakes.
- Designed reinforced concrete, steel, timber, and masonry structures in accordance with established engineering principles and safety standards.
- Swept, vacuumed, mopped and polished floors using appropriate products.
- Communicated with other team members and vendors such as guiding concrete deliveries to facilitate concrete pouring.
- Polished metal fixtures in restrooms and break rooms.
- Swept, mopped, scrubbed or polished flooring in hallways, lobbies and other areas as needed.
- Assessed concrete quality for inconsistencies and defects, reporting findings to professionals for remediation.
- Mixed, poured and finished concrete using hand tools such as shovels and trowels.
- Developed and presented smooth and polished reports and idea pitches by gathering information from planning, visual and marketing departments.
- Analyzed test results obtained from laboratory tests conducted on collected samples of concrete or steel components.
- Built forms for pouring concrete foundations and slabs.
- Washed and polished glass windows and doors to keep entryways clear and professional.
- Repaired foundations by pouring concrete or installing masonry blocks.
- Loaded and unloaded concrete pump attachments to meet specific job requirements.
- Stripped, waxed and polished hard surface floors in order to maintain a professional appearance.
- Polished finished products to maintain smooth surface finish according to standards.
- Assisted in the preparation of concrete mix designs based on customer specifications.
- Provided technical advice regarding proper use of admixtures and other additives when mixing new batches of concrete.
- Prepared surfaces prior to installation by sanding down wood floors or patching up concrete subfloors.
- Analyzed test results obtained from laboratory experiments conducted on soils or concrete samples collected from sites.
- Constructed forms for pouring concrete foundations and slabs-on-grade utilizing 2x4's masonite sheathing and staking techniques.
- Inspected foundation footings for proper size, shape, depth, alignment and elevation prior to pouring concrete slab or basement walls.
- Installed concrete foundations for new structures, including footings and slabs.
- Secured temporary anchors into concrete when necessary.
- Polished, removed, and added dies to maintain high production and meet changing requirements.
- Removed existing pavement materials such as asphalt or concrete prior to new installations.
- Polished exterior surfaces using waxes and other compounds to protect against weather damage.
- Fabricated wooden forms used in concrete pours for foundations.
- Polished furniture and room accessories to keep all areas bright and fresh.
- Provided technical guidance to junior engineers in the design and analysis of steel, concrete, masonry and timber structures.
- Installed expansion joints in newly poured concrete floors.
- Leveled concrete surfaces by troweling them until they were smooth.
- Polished the exterior surfaces of cars to remove dirt and grime.
- Placed steel reinforcement bars in forms prior to pouring concrete footings and foundations.
- Constructed forms for pouring concrete slabs, footings and walls.
- Constructed formworks for pouring concrete foundations.
- Operated jackhammers to break up concrete or asphalt surfaces during roadway reconstruction projects.
- Assisted in laying concrete foundations for new constructions.
- Installed anchor bolts into pre-drilled holes in walls or floors before pouring concrete.
- Inspected construction sites to verify that materials meet quality requirements prior to placement of concrete structures.
- Measured and marked areas where concrete was to be poured.
- Developed construction schedules for crews performing concrete work.
- Monitored quality by smoothing out concrete in segments to deliver level pour.
- Constructed wooden forms for concrete pouring projects.
- Removed old concrete surfaces from bridge decks to prepare for new coatings.
- Arranged concrete forms and spread concrete in uniform and level fashion.
- Cleaned, scrubbed, and polished bathrooms, kitchens, living rooms, bedrooms and hallways.
- Created textured finishes on newly poured concrete surfaces through stamping or staining techniques.
- Ensured all safety regulations were followed while operating machinery used in connection with concrete pump lines.
- Utilized trowels, floats, levels, screeds and other hand tools to shape and finish freshly poured concrete.
- Polished exterior surfaces of vehicles with wax and buffed to remove scratches and oxidation.
- Polished chrome trim and other metal components of vehicles.
- Monitored curing process of newly placed concrete ensuring proper hydration rates are achieved.
- Supervised activities related to site grading, excavation, concrete placement, paving operations.
- Removed formwork components after concrete has cured using hand-tools or pneumatic chisels and hammers.
- Swept and mopped floors, vacuumed carpets, and polished hard surfaces.
- Utilized specialized tools such as jackhammers to break up concrete surfaces for repair or replacement purposes.
- Checked polished parts for imperfections in the surface and re-polished if necessary.
- Utilized specialized equipment such as jackhammers to break up concrete surfaces prior to resurfacing them with asphalt or concrete mixers.
- Utilized jackhammers to break apart concrete surfaces in order to lay down new foundations for structures.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on equipment used in concrete operations.
Finishing Concrete
Luscious Concrete
Tuscaloosa
09.2013 - 03.2017
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
Laborer
Jeffco Concrete
Tuscaloosa
06.2008 - 08.2012
- Tended pumps, compressors or generators to provide power or heat or move materials.
- Maintained accurate records of inventory levels and product locations in the warehouse.
- Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
- Performed site activities required of green-certified construction practices.
- Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
- Mixed, poured, and spread concrete, asphalt gravel, and other materials.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked productively as lead or helping team member to drive customer satisfaction.
- Followed all safety procedures when handling hazardous materials in the laboratory setting.
- Loaded and unloaded daily material shipments, keeping products organized and secure to prevent damage and optimize handling.
- Inspected finished projects for quality assurance purposes before handing off to customer.
- Positioned, aligned or sealed concrete wall sections or pipes.
- Organized tools, supplies, and equipment needed for specific jobs according to instructions provided by supervisor.
- Stacked and arranged products on pallets according to size and weight requirements.
- Learned and mastered skilled trade specialties under guidance of expert mentors.
- Signaled equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement or adjustment of machinery.
- Assisted with basic maintenance tasks such as sweeping, mopping, painting, and cleaning.
- Performed regular checks of equipment for proper operation and safety compliance.
- Operated various power tools such as drills and saws safely while following manufacturer's instructions.
- Lifted objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance when necessary.
- Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
- Measured, marked or recorded openings or distances to construction layout areas.
- Operated equipment with strong focus on safety and ground communication.
- Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
- Used picks and shovels to dig, spread and level dirt and gravel.
- Lubricated and cleaned machinery and tools.
- Ensured that all personal protective gear was worn at all times while on the job site.
- Operated and maintained a variety of equipment including hand and power tools.
- Understood how to operate and maintain job site equipment safely and for maximum productivity.
- Performed repetitive assembly tasks with hand and power tools and automated equipment.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto or from pallets, trucks, or other vehicles using a forklift.
- Assisted with diverse construction challenges to help team and customer.
- Transported heavy items from one location to another using hand trucks or carts.
- Poured concrete foundations for structures such as buildings or bridges according to blueprints provided.
- Loaded or unloaded building materials to distribute machinery or tools.
- Worked with team members to ensure efficient workflow throughout the day.
- Prepared surfaces prior to painting by sanding, scraping, patching holes, and filling cracks with putty or plaster.
- Prepared items for transportation installing bracing, padding and strapping to prevent damage.
- Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to load and unload supplies and materials.
- Cleaned work area after job completion ensuring all debris is properly disposed of.
- Dug ditches or trenches, backfilled excavations or compacted and leveled earth to grade specifications.
- Loaded materials and tools into vehicles and unloaded upon arrival at jobsites.
- Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
- Utilized two-way radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators.
- Coordinated phases of construction projects from inception to completion.
- Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.
- Demonstrated best safety practices working at heights and lifting various objects.
- Met company and OSHA safety guidelines for work site operations to minimize worker risk.
- Cleaned or prepared construction sites to eliminate hazards.
- Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
- Collaborated with team members to complete assigned tasks and meet tight deadlines.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Laborer
Browns Construction
Brent
07.2005 - 09.2005
- To mix motar and build scaffolding and pass bricks and blocks
- Mixed, poured, and spread concrete, asphalt gravel, and other materials.
- Worked productively as lead or helping team member to drive customer satisfaction.
- Followed all safety procedures when handling hazardous materials in the laboratory setting.
- Organized tools, supplies, and equipment needed for specific jobs according to instructions provided by supervisor.
- Assembled scaffolding around construction sites for use by laborers during high-rise building projects.
- Used picks and shovels to dig, spread and level dirt and gravel.
- Sorted and placed materials or items on racks, shelves or in bins to keep warehouse organized.
- Understood how to operate and maintain job site equipment safely and for maximum productivity.
- Worked with team members to ensure efficient workflow throughout the day.
- Prepared surfaces prior to painting by sanding, scraping, patching holes, and filling cracks with putty or plaster.
Construction Worker
Groundwork Construction
Tuscaloosa
06.2003 - 08.2004
Education
High School Diploma -
Greene County High School
Eutaw, AL05-2001
Skills
- Concrete finishing
- Project management
- Equipment maintenance
- Site inspection
- Concrete placement
- Team coordination
- Safety compliance
- Technical guidance
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Mix design preparation
- Regulatory compliance
- Dedicated work ethic
- Job site management
- Environmental awareness
- Commercial construction experience
- Commercial and residential projects
- Worksite safety
- Task delegation
- Inventory control
- Heavy lifting
- Project reporting
- Safety policies and procedures
- Hand and power tools
- Customer relations
- Site coordination
- Schematics and blueprints
- Conflict resolution
- Blueprint interpretation
- Attention to detail
- Residential construction
- Decision-making
- Tool maintenance
- Job planning
- Equipment operation
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Crew supervision
- Job site safety
- Performance monitoring
- Construction deadlines
- Worksite coordination
- Safety oversight
- Daily reporting
- Foundation construction
- Operations supervision
- Crew scheduling
- Crew leadership
- Construction procedures
- Employee training
- Construction supervision
- Workforce scheduling
Timeline
Foreman
Jeffco Concrete
04.2017 - Current
Finishing Concrete
Luscious Concrete
09.2013 - 03.2017
Laborer
Jeffco Concrete
06.2008 - 08.2012
Laborer
Browns Construction
07.2005 - 09.2005
Construction Worker
Groundwork Construction
06.2003 - 08.2004
High School Diploma -
Greene County High School