Chigozie Mbagwu
Woodbridge,CA
Summary
Reliable Carpenter's Assistant with strong mechanical acumen and experience supporting carpenters in projects. Detail-oriented with track record of high-quality and precise workmanship. Communicating with customers to convey project progress and issues. Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Carpenter's Assistant
Millionaire Home Services
Woodbridge, VA
11.2021 - Current
- Verified trueness of structure with plumb bob, carpenter's level and other measurements to maintain construction quality.
- Drilled holes in walls or other surfaces as directed by the carpenter.
- Repaired damaged wooden structures as needed under the supervision of the carpenter.
- Read and interpreted specifications and construction drawings to determine best techniques to complete each job.
- Performed minor maintenance and repairs on carpentry tools and equipment.
- Cleaned up job sites after completion of carpentry projects.
- Operated hand tools, saws, routers and sanding equipment to prepare materials and finish project surfaces.
- Obtained strong understanding of residential and commercial building codes.
- Cleaned job site after work completion and disposed of debris in proper containers.
- Supported project planning by collecting and documenting measurements, marking installation points and cutting materials to desired sizes.
- Assisted journeyman carpenters in installing fixtures and fittings.
- Operated forklifts to move heavy building materials around job sites.
- Maintained an inventory of all carpentry supplies on-site.
- Measured, marked, and cut wood to required dimensions using power tools.
- Supported safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules and regulations.
- Installed baseboards, crown molding, window frames, door frames, and cabinets.
- Removed old fixtures such as doors or windows prior to installation of new ones.
- Helped establish accurate reference points and lines with skilled use of plumb bobs and sighting rods.
- Followed carpenter directions and work order information.
- Performed tie spacing layout to measure, mark and cut material.
- Installed drywall, ceilings and trim and fabricated replacement trim and moldings.
- Cut materials on job site to prepare for installation.
- Followed OSHA and corporate safety regulations and procedures.
- Worked with journeyman carpenters in insulating offices to soundproof and control temperature.
- Assisted carpenter with cutting and measuring materials for projects.
- Completed basic and semi-skilled work under direction of fully qualified carpenter.
Concrete Laborer
GET Home Improvement
Woodbridge, VA
04.2019 - 11.2021
- Set up and reinforced forms to accurately pour concrete for walkways and other structures.
- Shaped rounded edges on corners with edger tool and created grooves to control cracking.
- Prepare and pour foundations for structures.
- Created requested finishes and results using small gravel for pebble appearance and other techniques.
- Carry heavy materials such as bricks, blocks, lumber, mortar mixers, and wheelbarrows across job sites safely.
- Maintained inventory list of items used on job sites to provide reordering details.
- Positioned wire mesh and rebar to reinforce concrete.
- Cut expansion joints into newly laid concrete as needed.
- Protected surfaces from avoidable damages by using correct forming, bracing, preparation, and finishing techniques.
- Mix cement and sand to create concrete, following specific measurements.
- Finished surfaces by troweling, floating and brushing following project requirements and specifications.
- Operate power saws to cut expansion joints into hardened concrete surfaces.
Education
B.Eng - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Federal University Of Technology
Owerri,Nigeria11-2010
Skills
- Flooring Installation
- Power Tools Operation
- Scaffolding Setup
- Drywall Installation
- Teamwork and Communication
- Hand Tools Proficiency
- Safety Policy and Procedure Knowledge
- Hardware Installation
- Worksite Safety
- Repair Work
- Material Prepping
- Building Code Regulations
- Materials Selection
- Flooring Construction
- Heavy Lifting
- Materials Handling
- Framing
Timeline
Carpenter's Assistant
Millionaire Home Services
11.2021 - Current
Concrete Laborer
GET Home Improvement
04.2019 - 11.2021
B.Eng - Mechanical Engineering Technology
Federal University Of Technology
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