Carlos Alfaro III
Fairfield,CA
Summary
Industrious journeyman drywall/lath apprentice offering a consistent track record of completing projects on time or ahead of schedule with a commitment to all safety protocols. Skilled at quality drywall installation and repair with extensive framingand welding experience. I would’ve finished the drywall apprenticeship early if not due to Covid. I have worked on projects such as Facebook, Google ,Moffett airfield, LinkedIn, Ancestry.com, university of California administration building and Bank of America. I have a very divers of skills that are always willing to take on new opportunities to learn.
Detail-oriented with 9 years of experience. Skillful leader and with great conflict resolution talents. Proven success in construction and management roles.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure position. Ready to help team achieve company goals in real time and the future
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeymen Drywall / Lead
Kovach Building Enclosures
Mountain View, CA
02.2024 - Current
- Collaborated effectively with team members to complete large-scale commercial projects within planned deadlines.
- Used diverse variety of tools and equipment for safe installation of drywall.
- Promoted use of proper PPE and safety equipment to safeguard teams and equipment.
- Completed installation of drywall, poly isolation foam, and Bemo aluminum panel enclosures
- Worked alongside Superintendent Project manager and building material owners to create a one of a kind structure and facility for Moffett airfield
- Made sure that all manpower, tools and material procurement were handled before the start of shift and after
Journeymen Drywall
SC Builders Inc
San Francisco, CA
09.2022 - 02.2024
- Prepared materials and set up equipment and supplies to support seamless drywall installation.
- Contributed to a positive team environment by effectively communicating with supervisors, coworkers, and clients throughout each project phase.
- Carried out repair and maintenance tasks on damaged drywall to restore it to its original condition.
- Adhered to safety regulations by wearing appropriate protective gear and ensuring the proper use of scaffolding or ladders.
- Maintained consistent quality of workmanship by adhering to building codes and industry standards for all projects.
Journeymen Drywall
Concord Drywall
Berkeley, CA
12.2021 - 09.2022
- Prepared materials and set up equipment and supplies to support seamless drywall installation.
- Achieved accurate installations using proper measurements and allocations of drywall material.
- Leveraged blueprints and layout plans to install drywall, metal stud framing, and welding.
Journeymen Drywall
Westside Drywall
Novato, CA
11.2021 - 12.2021
- Worked one on one with the owner of company to present and fix any of the upcoming problems that were associated with the job site
Drywall Apprentice
Concord Drywall
Concord, CA
02.2021 - 10.2021
- Assisted in completing projects on time through diligent work ethic and effective communication with team members.
- Supported team efficiency by promptly addressing any issues that arose during the installation process, such as damaged materials or unexpected obstacles within walls.
- Developed problem-solving skills through identifying challenges during installations and finding effective solutions quickly without sacrificing quality or safety standards.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining a clean and organized job site, minimizing disruptions to the client''s daily routine.
- Reduced material waste by accurately estimating required supplies for each project.
- Achieved accurate installations using proper measurements and allocations of drywall material.
- Minimized safety risks by properly using tools, equipment, and personal protective gear during installations.
- Collaborated effectively with team members to complete large-scale commercial projects within planned deadlines.
- Diligent communications with upper management and field teams to produce one of a kind finishes in a timely manner on a state funded project
Drywall Apprentice / Foreman/lead
Marcon Inc
Oakland, CA
07.2020 - 02.2021
- Demonstrated adaptability by working effectively on various types of projects, including residential homes, commercial buildings, and remodels.
- Developed problem-solving skills through identifying challenges during installations and finding effective solutions quickly without sacrificing quality or safety standards.
- Supported team efficiency by promptly addressing any issues that arose during the installation process, such as damaged materials or unexpected obstacles within walls.
- Assisted in completing projects on time through diligent work ethic and effective communication with team members.
- Achieved accurate installations using proper measurements and allocations of drywall material.
- Minimized safety risks by properly using tools, equipment, and personal protective gear during installations.
- My job was to maintain production of drywall finishes and drywall installation, along with any carpenter installation and finishes, including, but not limited to asphalt concrete forms, t-bar,welding, metal stud framing, taping, Painting, insulating, and All necessary paperwork for safety and management
- Effectively communicate with building management, building client, project managers, estimators, lead superintendents, and owners of the companies to make sure all necessary plan details were executed properly
Drywall/Lath Apprentice
Concord Drywall
Concord, CA
02.2020 - 06.2020
- Prepared work area and materials for each day, including power cords, tools and equipment.
- Laid out materials and system components to prepare for installation
- Measured and marked cutting line on drywall for lengths, heights, and penetrations
- Completed installation of drywall sheets
- Accurately framed ceilings with correct penetrations
- Installed doors, fire and sound caulking
- Demonstrated knowledge of local building codes and requirements on each project.
- Successfully passed inspections on all 3 completed projects at 2 medical facilities and a public school
Drywall/Lathe Apprentice
Giampolini
Emeryville, CA
07.2019 - 02.2020
- Installed metal framing and sheet rocked elevator shafts to code in a San Francisco commerical building.
- Acting foreman of overnight crew of 6 employees.
- Completed office renovation of occupied commercial building(Clorox Company in Oakland) including demolition, layout, metal framing, insulation, and drywall.
Drywall/Lath Apprentice
PCI Inc.
Hayward, CA
04.2019 - 07.2019
- Completed sheetrock installation at Marin General.
- Consistently worked above production quota.
- Successfully passed all inspections.
- Proven compliance to all safety regulations which included an audit by the site safety superintendent.
- Acted as journeyman with an apprentice on small framing and sheetrock projects at a school in fire rated areas.
- Executed change orders and followed behind other crews to make necessary corrections identified by site supervisors and superintendent.
Drywall/Lath Apprentice
Anning Johnson
Hayward, CA
08.2018 - 01.2019
- Installed sheetrock of radius partitions.
- Framed metal backing for radius GFRG panels at Salesforce Tower.
- Completed framing tasks according to plan details at UCSF Children's Hospital.
Drywall/Lath Apprentice
California Drywall
San Jose, CA
02.2016 - 09.2018
- Framed and sheet rocked exterior soffits on large commercial project.
- Assisted project foreman to layout bathrooms and office units at Facebook in San Francisco.
- Consistently requested as the apprentice partner by multiple journeyman.
Professional Painter
Gryder Painting
Benicia, CA
06.2014 - 02.2016
- Prepared trim, walls and ceilings for painting by cleaning, smoothing and priming.
- Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape and other materials.
- Applied putty, wood filler, spackling and caulks to prep uneven surfaces and fill in holes.
- Protected all surfaces from damage and spills by using drop cloths prior to and during painting.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
- Applied primer, paints, varnishes and lacquers to walls and surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods.
- Completed residential projects unsupervised.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jefferson Online Academy
OnlineSkills
- Metal Stud Framing
- Measuring and material layout
- Construction Best Practices
- Safety protocol knowledge
- Project organization
- Drywall Installation
- Blueprint reading
- Knowledge of industrial standards
- Problem resolution
- First Aid/CPR
- Excellent work ethic
- Worksite safety
- Driver's license
- Worksite preparation
- Material estimation
- Team member development
- Construction best practices
- Fastener selection
- Team mentoring
- Concise time-management
- OSHA compliance
- Results-driven
- Skilled in maintenance and organization
- Empowering leadership
- Safety protocol
- Construction operations
- Attentive to detail
- Team collaboration
- Blueprint interpretation
- Teamwork
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Relationship building
- Team building
Timeline
Journeymen Drywall / Lead
Kovach Building Enclosures
02.2024 - Current
Journeymen Drywall
SC Builders Inc
09.2022 - 02.2024
Journeymen Drywall
Concord Drywall
12.2021 - 09.2022
Journeymen Drywall
Westside Drywall
11.2021 - 12.2021
Drywall Apprentice
Concord Drywall
02.2021 - 10.2021
Drywall Apprentice / Foreman/lead
Marcon Inc
07.2020 - 02.2021
Drywall/Lath Apprentice
Concord Drywall
02.2020 - 06.2020
Drywall/Lathe Apprentice
Giampolini
07.2019 - 02.2020
Drywall/Lath Apprentice
PCI Inc.
04.2019 - 07.2019
Drywall/Lath Apprentice
Anning Johnson
08.2018 - 01.2019
Drywall/Lath Apprentice
California Drywall
02.2016 - 09.2018
Professional Painter
Gryder Painting
06.2014 - 02.2016
High School Diploma -
Jefferson Online Academy