Successful carpenter bringing ten years of expertise in building construction, maintenance and remodeling to new position with challenging and rewarding employer. Knowledgeable and skilled in various construction techniques, procedures, carpentry tools and equipment. Team-oriented in communicating with others to complete excellent rough carpentry work and share information needed to complete finish carpentry tasks.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Carpenter
Lake Anna Home Service
Spotsylvania Courthouse, VA
04.2022 - Current
Positioned and installed floor joists, trusses and rafters.
Maintained a clean job site at all times by disposing of debris properly after each shift.
Applied acoustic paneling to ceilings and walls to adjust sound absorption and rebound within rooms.
Bore boltholes in wood, masonry or concrete using electric or pneumatic drill.
Reviewed jobsite needs with foreman and coordinated construction.
Cut timber, panels and other wooden materials according to measured dimensions.
Used various carpenter's hand tools, portable power tools and standard measuring instruments.
Led apprentices and trainees in building construction and renovation.
Removed damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repaired or replaced using hand tools.
Fabricated staircases, doors, window frames and other wooden components for buildings.
Performed routine maintenance on carpentry equipment such as saws and drills.
Roughed in door and window frames or subflooring in structures undergoing construction or repair.
Took accurate measurements to calculate size and amount of materials needed for project completion.
Conducted inspections, diagnosed problems, took measurements and made necessary adjustments to complete projects according to specifications.
Cut and installed tile and hardwood flooring for residential and commercial buildings.
Consistently constructed square and level projects.
Used band, circular and compound miter saws.
Maintained clean and organized workplace to optimize performance, efficiency and safety.
Communicated with teammates and supervisors frequently to understand requirements and complete projects on time.
Studied blueprints or building plans to prepare layout and materials required.
Repaired or replaced damaged or defective parts using power tools and equipment.
Installed drywall sheets onto walls or ceilings using nails or screws.
Carpenter
DJ'S Roofing & Home Improvements
Spotsylvania, VA
06.2014 - 03.2022
Measured and marked cutting lines on materials using a ruler, pencil, and chalk line.
Verified trueness of construction using plumb and level.
Followed OSHA and corporate safety regulations and procedures.
Uncovered product defects and addressed with job foreman.
Used ladders safely when accessing hard-to-reach areas during installations.
Operated power equipment such as routers, joiners and sanders to shape wood components.
Worked independently on projects and tasks within carpentry team.
Transported tools and supplies from one job site to another using company vehicle.
Adhered to project blueprints and requirements to deliver quality work.
Worked with supervisor in order to learn proper techniques for various carpentry tasks.
Consistently constructed square and level projects.
Installed cabinets, doors frames, windows frames, baseboards and other fixtures according to specifications.
Cleaned job site after work completion and disposed of debris in proper containers.
Fashioned frameworks or props using hand tools and wood screws, nails or glue.
Anchored and braced forms and other structures in place using nails, bolts, anchor rods, steel cables, planks, wedges and timbers.
Utilized various tools, equipment, materials and forming systems to complete construction tasks.
Maintained records and documented actions for progress reports.
Installed windows, flooring, or trim using hand or power tools.
Collaborated with other tradesmen in order to ensure efficient completion of projects within designated timeframes.
Bore boltholes in wood, masonry or concrete using electric or pneumatic drill.
Completed hands-on training with skilled carpenters, resulting in woodwork proficiency with equipment.
Cut and shaped material to specified measurements using hand tools such as saws, chisels, planes, and drills.
Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to all safety policies and procedures while performing job duties.
Assisted with the layout of stairs by marking stair stringers according to code regulations.
Roughed in door and window frames or subflooring in structures undergoing construction or repair.
Disposed of waste materials properly following local regulations regarding hazardous materials disposal.