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Christopher Pillis

Woodbury,CT

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Organized and motivated, eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Subcontractor

Chivo Construction LLC
Woodbury, CT
01.2018 - Current
  • Utilized power tools such as saws, drills and sanders when necessary on projects.
  • Performed various carpentry tasks such as constructing walls, installing doors, windows and siding.
  • Mixed concrete, mortar and other materials to prepare building material.
  • Measured distances accurately using tape measures or laser measuring devices.
  • Assisted in the preparation of construction sites by clearing debris, leveling ground and erecting scaffolding.
  • Met company and OSHA safety guidelines for work site operations to minimize worker risk.
  • Conducted regular maintenance checks on all tools used during construction process ensuring that they were properly functioning at all times.
  • Built temporary supports during construction processes such as shoring up beams or columns until they are set in place permanently.
  • Operated a variety of tools to excavate, move and grade earth for foundations, trenches and roads.
  • Used laser measuring tools to calculate lengths, widths and heights.
  • Installed formwork for concrete structures according to specifications.
  • Adhered strictly to safety protocols while working at heights or around hazardous materials.
  • Followed blueprints or engineering plans to determine the best methods of assembling structures.
  • Lifted heavy objects into place with cranes or hoists.
  • Addressed and resolved on-site problems to keep teams on-task and avoid development of larger concerns.
  • Utilized two-way radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators.
  • Built and disassembled scaffolds, bracing and barricades to assist in vertical construction activities.
  • Used trowels and floats to smooth and finish freshly poured cement or concrete.
  • Operated overhead lifts to move heavy and bulky work materials.
  • Signaled operators of construction equipment to facilitate alignment, movement and adjustment of machinery.
  • Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
  • Understood how to operate and maintain job site equipment safely and for maximum productivity.
  • Cleaned or prepared construction sites to eliminate hazards.
  • Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.
  • Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
  • Operated equipment with strong focus on safety and ground communication.
  • Demonstrated best safety practices working at heights and lifting various objects.
  • Learned and mastered skilled trade specialties under guidance of expert mentors.
  • Dug ditches or trenches, backfilled excavations or compacted and leveled earth to grade specifications.
  • Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
  • Assisted in the installation of water supply lines, waste disposal systems, and related appliances.
  • Read blueprints and drawings to determine the layout of plumbing systems.
  • Used pressure gauges to detect leaks in pipes by testing pipe joints with compressed air or water under pressure.
  • Performed preventative maintenance on all installed equipment and components.
  • Assembled pipe sections, tubing, and fittings using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cementing materials and soldering techniques.
  • Performed maintenance on existing plumbing systems to ensure proper functioning.
  • Operated various machines such as jackhammers, vibrators, pumps, power saws. to perform different tasks related to concreting work.
  • Installed forms for pouring concrete according to plans and specifications.
  • Mixed and poured concrete for a wide variety of projects, including driveways, sidewalks, patios, and retaining walls.
  • Finished surfaces by troweling, floating and brushing following project requirements and specifications.
  • Poured concrete into forms using pump hose and leveled.
  • Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
  • Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
  • Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
  • Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
  • Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
  • Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
  • Performed rigging and forklift operations to maneuver parts and machinery.
  • Leveraged rigging equipment to move materials or structures on job site.
  • Hoisted loads using slings, chains, shackles, hooks, cables and other rigging equipment.
  • Installed anchor bolts, steel plates and other fixtures in freshly poured concrete.

Grounds/Maintenance Supervisor

Quassy Amusement Park
Middlebury, CT
05.2016 - 12.2017
  • Organized and scheduled preventive maintenance for grounds keeping equipment, such as mowers, edgers, trimmers, and blowers.
  • Inspected grounds to identify areas needing improvement or repair and developed plans for corrective action.
  • Assisted with irrigation system installation and repairs as needed.
  • Installed hardscapes such as patios, walkways, and retaining walls according to plan specifications.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while working with hazardous chemicals or operating machinery.
  • Supervised and coordinated the activities of grounds maintenance staff to ensure completion of daily tasks.
  • Operated heavy equipment like tractors, backhoes, forklifts safely according to OSHA standards.
  • Provided training to new employees on proper use of equipment and safety regulations.
  • Performed regular inspections of outdoor spaces to identify potential hazards or damage from weather-related events.
  • Performed daily inspections of all rides to ensure they were working properly to ensure guest safety.
  • Performed general and preventative maintenance on all rides to ensure safety for all park guests.
  • Checked machinery and performed routine maintenance to prevent malfunction.
  • Prepared property for winter conditions using weather-proofing materials.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.

Education

High School Diploma -

Nonnewaug High School
Woodbury, CT
06-2014

Skills

  • Tools and Equipment
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Time Management
  • Value Engineering
  • Blueprint Interpretation
  • Commercial Construction Experience
  • Structural Repairs
  • Edge Joining
  • Concrete Mixing
  • Trowel Machinery
  • Bull Floats
  • Pitch and Depth Correction
  • Power Saws
  • Forklift Operation
  • Jointers and Edgers
  • Finishing Techniques
  • Surface Preparation
  • Fall Protection
  • OSHA Compliance
  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Dependable and Hardworking
  • Hand and Power Tool Operation
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Rigging Expertise
  • Fiberglass Repair

Certification

  • Osha 10

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Subcontractor

Chivo Construction LLC
01.2018 - Current

Grounds/Maintenance Supervisor

Quassy Amusement Park
05.2016 - 12.2017

High School Diploma -

Nonnewaug High School

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