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Codey Mckenzie

Council Bluffs,IA

Summary

With a robust background in concrete finishing and a proven track record of enhancing worksite safety, I have honed my skills at Mitch Carter, where I led teams to achieve superior concrete projects. My expertise in forklift operation and commitment to maintaining a clean, efficient worksite demonstrate my ability to blend technical skills with strong teamwork and communication abilities, ensuring project success and client satisfaction.

Overview

2024
2024
years of professional experience

Work History

Concrete Finisher

Mitch Carter
  • Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
  • Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
  • Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
  • Mixed, spread, and patched concrete to specifications.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth transitions between different phases of the concrete placement process.
  • Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
  • Shoveled materials such as dirt, gravel, and asphalt.
  • Created specific finishes on poured concrete.
  • Enhanced overall job site safety by ensuring proper usage of tools and equipment during concrete finishing processes.
  • Assisted crew members with positioning trucks and moved discharge chute to guide concrete into forms.
  • Measured precise amounts of concrete and verified levelness to improve quality of finished product.
  • Operated equipment such as forklifts safely to efficiently complete site work.
  • Minimized downtime during projects by properly maintaining tools, equipment, and machinery essential for efficient execution of tasks related to concrete finishing.
  • Routinely lifted and moved items weighing up to Number pounds.
  • Supported overall project success through expert knowledge of curing times, weather conditions, and other variables affecting final results in the concrete finishing process.
  • Completed physically demanding tasks such as lifting up to Number pounds to move job materials.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining open communication with team members and supervisors on project progress.
  • Served as a reliable resource for team members and supervisors alike when it came to understanding the nuances of concrete finishing, ensuring all decisions were made with optimal results in mind.
  • Estimated materials and labor costs for concrete projects to manage project budgets.
  • Applied contraction, construction, or isolation joints in appropriate areas and situations.
  • Mixed cement for standard, volumetric, or pervious concrete.
  • Applied sealers or waterproofing to concrete as required by project.
  • Inspected concrete structures for complete fills, defects, or damage.
  • Installed forms for shaping, insulating, or creating decorative effects in concrete.
  • Measured and marked areas for deploying concrete.
  • Cut, chipped, or sawed concrete to create desired shapes.
  • Handled repairs on concrete finishing equipment, keeping tools operational.
  • Troweled and finished concrete to create textured or decorative surfaces.
  • Prepared and placed concrete to create sidewalks, driveways, or patios.

Cook/dishwasher

LPLS Restaurant and Pub
02.2023 - 02.2024
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
  • Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
  • Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
  • Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
  • Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
  • Managed time by organizing and prioritizing kitchen duties to prepare and serve food quickly.
  • Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
  • Checked for quality, kept track of old and new items and rotated stock to confirm freshness of food and ingredients.
  • Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
  • Created identical dishes numerous times daily with consistent care, attention to detail, and quality.
  • Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality, visually appealing dishes.
  • Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
  • Enhanced teamwork within the kitchen staff by fostering a collaborative environment focused on meeting high standards of quality and efficiency.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure timely meal preparation, even during peak hours.
  • Coordinated with front of house to ensure smooth service during busy periods, enhancing customer dining experience.
  • Fostered culture of teamwork and communication within kitchen, leading to improved efficiency.
  • Adapted quickly to menu changes and customer requests, demonstrating flexibility and problem-solving skills.
  • Maintained high standards of hygiene and cleanliness, ensuring safe dining environment.
  • Developed and maintained clean and organized kitchen workspace, setting standard for team.
  • Maintained food safety and sanitation standards.
  • Kept kitchen clean and organized by performing daily maintenance tasks.
  • Followed strict standards for food handling and safety, minimizing risks to customers.
  • Restocked inventory and ingredient items to maintain optimal kitchen efficiency.
  • Managed opening and closing shift kitchen tasks.
  • Prepared and served various food items in fast-paced Type environment.

Welders Assistant

Core Slab Structures
08.2014 - 11.2014
  • Gained hands-on experience working alongside seasoned professionals while developing a strong understanding of various welding techniques and applications.
  • Consistently maintained high-quality welds by monitoring heat input, travel speed, and maintaining correct electrode angles during assistance tasks.
  • Contributed to accurate project completion by reading and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and work orders.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with the lead welder and project managers to ensure timely resolution of any concerns or challenges that arose during project execution.
  • Assisted lead welder in completing projects efficiently through effective material handling and equipment maintenance.
  • Demonstrated versatility by adapting quickly to different welding methods such as MIG, TIG, and arc welding under supervision from the lead welder.
  • Assisted in the repair and maintenance of welding equipment, including troubleshooting mechanical issues and replacing damaged components as required.
  • Supported lead welder in meeting project deadlines through efficient preparation of materials for various welding processes.
  • Reduced downtime and delays with proper set-up of welding machines and tools according to job specifications.
  • Increased productivity by maintaining a clean and organized work environment for the welding team.
  • Enhanced weld quality by preparing materials, cleaning surfaces, and removing old welds as necessary.
  • Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
  • Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
  • Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
  • Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
  • Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.

Education

Diploma - General Studies

Glenwood Community High School
Glenwood, IA

Skills

  • Concrete finishing
  • Worksite safety
  • Float finishing
  • Driveway installation
  • Screed usage
  • Power Tool Operation
  • Finishing Techniques
  • Bull floats
  • Hand tool operation
  • Foundation Work
  • Concrete Repair
  • Hand troweling
  • Broom finishing
  • Power trowel operation
  • Sidewalk Construction
  • Cement and pavement
  • Form setting
  • Stamped Concrete
  • Joint cutting
  • Concrete Curing
  • Polished concrete
  • Forklift Operation
  • Stained Concrete
  • Concrete pouring

Timeline

Cook/dishwasher

LPLS Restaurant and Pub
02.2023 - 02.2024

Welders Assistant

Core Slab Structures
08.2014 - 11.2014

Concrete Finisher

Mitch Carter

Diploma - General Studies

Glenwood Community High School

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