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CRAIG KEVIN WISE

Picayune,MS

Summary

Accomplished carpenter with extensive experience at sacom S3, known for exceptional blueprint reading and complex problem-solving skills. Successfully led projects, ensuring safety and quality while training apprentices. Proficient in scaffolding construction and maintaining organized workspaces, consistently delivering high-quality results within deadlines. Strong communicator dedicated to client satisfaction and team collaboration.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Carpenter

sacom S3
Stennis Space Center, MS
10.2021 - Current
  • Worked independently on projects and tasks within carpentry team.
  • Used band, circular and compound miter saws.
  • Consistently constructed square and level projects.
  • Shaped or cut materials to proper measurements using hand tools, machines or power saws.
  • Applied acoustic paneling to ceilings and walls to adjust sound absorption and rebound within rooms.
  • Promoted team safety by keeping work areas free of hazards.
  • Prepared surfaces by sanding or scraping off old finishes prior to refinishing them.
  • Verified trueness of construction using plumb and level.
  • Maintained clean and organized workplace to optimize performance, efficiency and safety.
  • Repaired or replaced damaged or defective parts using power tools and equipment.
  • Performed routine maintenance on carpentry equipment such as saws and drills.
  • Erected scaffolding to assemble above-ground structures.
  • Installed building windows, trim and cabinetry alone or with assistants to meet job deadlines.
  • Built jigs and fixtures to assist in the production of parts.
  • Reviewed jobsite needs with foreman and coordinated construction.
  • Assisted in the installation of metal framing systems for commercial construction projects.
  • Maintained records and documented actions for progress reports.
  • Applied design-specific wood and composite trim according to architectural plans and neighborhood regulations.
  • Installed interior trim work such as baseboards and moldings around windows and doors.
  • Maintained a clean job site at all times by disposing of debris properly after each shift.
  • Contracted and collaborated with specialty sub-contractors for special trade jobs or installations.
  • Prioritized work, keeping carpentry jobs on task and within budget.
  • Measured, cut and shaped wood materials to specifications using hand tools, such as saws and chisels.
  • Measured, cut, and installed staircase spindles.
  • Fabricated staircases, doors, window frames and other wooden components for buildings.
  • Operated power tools safely when performing carpentry tasks such as drilling holes into lumber pieces.
  • Covered subfloors with building paper and lay hardwood or parquet floors by nailing to subfloor or cementing to mastic base.
  • Anchored and braced forms to complete precise joining.
  • Adhered to project blueprints and requirements to deliver quality work.
  • Used various carpenter's hand tools, portable power tools and standard measuring instruments.
  • Led apprentices and trainees in building construction and renovation.
  • Examined buildings and project specifications to determine measurements.
  • Studied blueprints, sketches or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
  • Installed cabinets, base cabinets and crown molding.
  • Calculated material costs for projects based on labor estimates provided by clients.
  • Inspected completed projects for quality assurance purposes before delivering them to customers.
  • Anchored and braced forms and other structures in place using nails, bolts, anchor rods, steel cables, planks, wedges and timbers.
  • Coordinated with subcontractors to work specialty areas, heating or electrical wiring work.
  • Took accurate measurements to calculate size and amount of materials needed for project completion.
  • Removed damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repaired or replaced using hand tools.
  • Laid out flooring patterns according to design templates or customer specifications.
  • Read blueprints, schematics and drawings to determine layout requirements.
  • Utilized various tools, equipment, materials and forming systems to complete construction tasks.
  • Procured and completed required permit approvals prior to starting projects.
  • 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.
  • Conducted inspections, diagnosed problems, took measurements and made necessary adjustments to complete projects according to specifications.
  • Constructed forms for concrete pours in accordance with building codes.
  • Repaired or replaced damaged structures or components.
  • Installed drywall sheets onto walls or ceilings using nails or screws.
  • Performed various carpentry duties, including both rough and finish carpentry.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Conducted system analysis and testing to identify and resolve technical issues or inefficiencies.
  • Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.

Carpenter

Wise Remodeling and Construction
Picayune, MS
04.1997 - Current
  • Supervise, coordinate, or schedule the activities of construction or extractive workers
  • Read specifications, such as blueprints, to determine construction requirements or to plan procedures
  • Inspect work progress, equipment, or construction sites to verify safety or to ensure that specifications are met
  • Locate, measure, and mark site locations or placement of structures or equipment, using measuring and marking equipment
  • Estimate material or worker requirements to complete jobs
  • Assign work to employees, based on material or worker requirements of specific jobs
  • Order or requisition materials or supplies
  • Analyze worker or production problems and recommend solutions, such as improving production methods or implementing motivational plans
  • Train workers in construction methods, operation of equipment, safety procedures, or company policies
  • Provide assistance to workers engaged in construction or extraction activities, using hand tools or other equipment
  • Shape or cut materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, or power saws
  • Follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean environment
  • Measure and mark cutting lines on materials, using a ruler, pencil, chalk, and marking gauge
  • Install structures or fixtures, such as windows, frames, floorings, trim, or hardware, using carpenters' hand or power tools
  • Verify trueness of structure, using plumb bob and level
  • Build or repair cabinets, doors, frameworks, floors, or other wooden fixtures used in buildings, using woodworking machines, carpenter's hand tools, or power tools
  • Select and order lumber or other required materials
  • Assemble and fasten materials to make frameworks or props, using hand tools and wood screws, nails, dowel pins, or glue
  • Remove damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repair or replace, using hand tools
  • Maintain records, document actions, and present written progress reports
  • Inspect ceiling or floor tile, wall coverings, siding, glass, or woodwork to detect broken or damaged structures
  • Erect scaffolding or ladders for assembling structures above ground level
  • Finish surfaces of woodwork or wallboard in houses or buildings, using paint, hand tools, or paneling
  • Construct forms or chutes for pouring concrete
  • Arrange for subcontractors to deal with special areas, such as heating or electrical wiring work
  • Cover subfloors with building paper to keep out moisture and lay hardwood, parquet, or wood-strip-block floors by nailing floors to subfloor or cementing them to mastic or asphalt base
  • Fill cracks or other defects in plaster or plasterboard and sand patch, using patching plaster, trowel, and sanding tool
  • Apply shock-absorbing, sound-deadening, or decorative paneling to ceilings or walls
  • Prepare cost estimates for clients or employers
  • Work with or remove hazardous material
  • Perform minor plumbing, welding, or concrete mixing work
  • Study specifications in blueprints, sketches, or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required
  • Measure, cut, thread, or bend pipe to required angle, using hand or power tools or machines such as pipe cutters, pipe-threading machines, or pipe-bending machines
  • Study building plans and inspect structures to assess material and equipment needs, to establish the sequence of pipe installations, and to plan installation around obstructions such as electrical wiring
  • Assemble pipe sections, tubing, or fittings, using couplings, clamps, screws, bolts, cement, plastic solvent, caulking, or soldering, brazing, or welding equipment
  • Perform rough-ins, repair and replace fixtures and water heaters, and locate, repair, or remove leaking or broken pipes
  • Remove excess mortar with trowels and hand tools, and finish mortar joints with jointing tools, for a sealed, uniform appearance
  • Break or cut bricks, tiles, or blocks to size, using trowel edge, hammer, or power saw
  • Lay and align bricks, blocks, or tiles to build or repair structures or high temperature equipment, such as cupola, kilns, ovens, or furnaces
  • Sweep, scrape, sand, or chip dirt and irregularities to clean base surfaces, correcting imperfections that may show through the covering
  • Cut flooring material to fit around obstructions
  • Trim excess covering materials, tack edges, and join sections of covering material to form tight joint
  • Roll and press sheet wall and floor covering into cement base to smooth and finish surface, using hand roller
  • Apply adhesive cement to floor or wall material to join and adhere foundation material
  • Disconnect and remove appliances, light fixtures, and worn floor and wall covering from floors, walls, and cabinets

Policeman

Rivertechllc
John C. Stennis Space Center, MS
07.2007 - 10.2025
  • Company Overview: Stennis Protective Services
  • Provide for public safety by maintaining order, responding to emergencies, protecting people and property, enforcing motor vehicle and criminal laws, and promoting good community relations
  • Monitor, note, report, and investigate suspicious persons and situations, safety hazards, and unusual or illegal activity in patrol area
  • Record facts to prepare reports that document incidents and activities
  • Monitor traffic to ensure motorists observe traffic regulations and exhibit safe driving procedures
  • Issue citations or warnings to violators of motor vehicle ordinances
  • Stennis Protective Services
  • Recorded facts and prepared reports to document incidents and activities for later use in court cases and legal records.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.

Carpenter

J&J siding and gutter
Ellisville, MS
08.1994 - 06.1997
  • Supervise, coordinate, or schedule the activities of construction or extractive workers
  • Read specifications, such as blueprints, to determine construction requirements or to plan procedures
  • Inspect work progress, equipment, or construction sites to verify safety or to ensure that specifications are met
  • Estimate material or worker requirements to complete jobs
  • Order or requisition materials or supplies

Education

High School Diploma -

Oak Grove High School
Hattiesburg, MS

Skills

  • Building and Construction Mechanical
  • Public Safety and Security
  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Active Listening
  • Operation Monitoring
  • Complex Problem Solving
  • Critical Thinking
  • Equipment Selection
  • Active Learning
  • Repairing Equipment
  • Maintenance
  • Troubleshooting
  • Installation
  • Blueprint reading
  • Strong analytical and communication skills
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Scaffolding construction
  • Telephone etiquette
  • Microsoft office
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Spreadsheet management
  • Bookkeeping
  • Inventory assessment
  • Basic bookkeeping
  • Scheduling meetings
  • Team collaboration
  • Office machine operation
  • Staff supervision
  • Digital file management
  • Excel spreadsheets
  • Record sorting and filing

Certification

  • Scaffold competent certified ,Forklift certified , Manlift certified , CPR certified . Fire watch certified , Clear and vetted background check

Timeline

Carpenter

sacom S3
10.2021 - Current

Policeman

Rivertechllc
07.2007 - 10.2025

Carpenter

Wise Remodeling and Construction
04.1997 - Current

Carpenter

J&J siding and gutter
08.1994 - 06.1997

High School Diploma -

Oak Grove High School

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