Overview
Work History
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Colin Tollefsen

Spokane,Washington

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Carpenter

Walker Construction inc.
Spokane, WA
05.2023 - Current
  • I successfully performed a wide range of duties and responsibilities for various construction projects, including but not limited to framing, concrete work, fireproofing, and collaborating with other trades
  • Adhered to safety regulations as required
  • Assisted lead carpenters with various tasks
  • Proficient in the operation of various tools on jobsite for optimum performance
  • Performed site clean-up and regulation tasks

Subcontractor

Self Employed Web
Spokane, Washington
07.2022 - Current
  • Monitored subcontractor activities, including work progress, labor costs, materials used, and other related issues
  • Inspected job sites for quality control purposes
  • Calculated estimates for labor, building materials, and project duration
  • Collaborated with homeowners to create customized job plans and establish clear timelines
  • Flooring installation: Tile, Lvp, Carpet square
  • Drywall installation/finishing
  • Baseboard installation
  • Installation of interior doors
  • Demolition and removal of materials
  • Led skilled apprentices in a small crew under my supervision

Carpenter

Hanson-Carlen Architecture & Construction
Spokane, Washington
02.2024 - 12.2024
  • Assisted in all forms of construction including sight development, specialty trim fabrication, cabinetry, flooring, roofing, siding and concrete work
  • Fabricated staircases, doors, window frames and other wooden components for buildings
  • Constructed forms for concrete pours in accordance with building codes
  • Built jigs and fixtures to assist in the production of parts
  • Fitted door locksets, deadbolts and other hardware on doors according to manufacturer's instructions
  • Operated power tools safely when performing carpentry tasks such as drilling holes into lumber pieces
  • Inspected completed projects for quality assurance purposes before delivering them to customers

Lead Framer

Down To Earth Construction
Spokane, WA
04.2021 - 02.2022
  • Trained new employees on proper use of tools and equipment
  • Measured and cut lumber to specified dimensions using a hand saw, power miter saw, or radial arm saw
  • Installed wooden frames for doors, windows and walls in accordance with blueprints
  • Assembled and nailed together the framework of studs, headers and sills
  • Attached insulation material between wall studs or ceiling joists to provide thermal protection
  • Applied weatherproofing treatments such as caulking around exterior frames prior to installation
  • Laid out patterns of interior partitions onto the floor before assembling the framing components that make up each partition wall
  • Reinforced structural elements with metal ties when required by local building codes
  • Removed old framing components from buildings undergoing renovation work
  • Cleaned job sites by clearing away carpentry debris and waste
  • Measured and marked cutting lines on wood and raw materials
  • Fastened timbers or lumber with glue, screws or pegs
  • Analyzed blueprints and drawings to determine structural dimensions of framework

Carpenter

Compass Construction
Spokane, WA
01.2017 - 04.2021
  • Insurance Restoration Finish carpenter
  • Remodeling/New Build
  • Demolition down to supershell
  • Skilled in drywall installation and finishing, including hanging, patchwork/blending taping, and flat-coat application for wall/ceiling texture
  • Successfully completed installations for different types of flooring such as LVP, tile work, sheet vinyl applications and hardwood floors
  • Cabinetry: installation and refinishing
  • Installed base trim including MDF, paint grade and stain grade wood products as well as Cove base trim
  • Exterior and Interior Door installation
  • Roofing repairs including metal and composite roofing materials

Timeline

Carpenter

Hanson-Carlen Architecture & Construction
02.2024 - 12.2024

Carpenter

Walker Construction inc.
05.2023 - Current

Subcontractor

Self Employed Web
07.2022 - Current

Lead Framer

Down To Earth Construction
04.2021 - 02.2022

Carpenter

Compass Construction
01.2017 - 04.2021
Colin Tollefsen