Daniel Gedz

General Contractor's Helper.

• Assisted General Contractor with measuring, cutting and installing drywall.
• Assisted in the preparation of materials for projects.
• Loaded and unloaded construction material from trucks.
• Helped to maintain a safe job site by cleaning up debris and hazardous materials.
• Assisted in demolition tasks such as removing walls, flooring.
• Used power tools such as drills, saws, hammers. to complete projects.
• Delivered supplies to job sites as needed.
• Reported any damages or hazards on the job site immediately to supervisor.
• Delivered weekly status reports to project managers to create dialogue and trust with job partners.
• Visited job sites and reviewed renovation plans to ascertain projects.
• Operated heavy machinery when required in order to complete larger projects.
• Organized tools and materials necessary for each task before starting work.
• Loaded and unloaded materials onto or from pallets, trucks, or other vehicles using a forklift.
• Assisted with basic maintenance tasks such as sweeping, mopping, painting, and cleaning.
• Organized tools, supplies, and equipment needed for specific jobs according to instructions provided by supervisor.
• Lifted objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance when necessary.
• Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
• Understood and followed oral and written directions.

Framing.

• Measured and cut lumber to required size for framing walls, floors, and roofs.
• Installed window and door frames into interior walls.
• Erected rafters, studs, and other structural components.
• Measured and marked cutting lines on wood and raw materials.
• Cleaned job sites by clearing away carpentry debris and waste.
• Applied caulk, sealants and other agents to installed surfaces.
• Checked wood and other materials to assess for damaged or defective items before starting projects to accurately determine projects scales and quotes.
• Fastened timbers or lumber with glue, screws or pegs.
• Examined construction plans to identify potential structural problems.

Siding.

• Installed flashing around windows, doors and other openings in walls.
• Applied roofing tar paper as necessary prior to the installation of siding.
• Measured, cut and installed siding materials to specified dimensions.
• Prepared surfaces for siding installation by sanding, scraping, cleaning or removing old siding.
• Replaced damaged or rotten wood with new material when necessary.
• Ensured that all nails were placed at proper angles so that siding would not come loose over time.
• Cut and trimmed material to shape to fit around windows and corners.
• Loaded and unloaded ladders, walk boards, latter jacks and other large tools and equipment to prepare for job tasks.
• Loaded materials and tools into vehicles and unloaded upon arrival at jobsites.
• Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
• Worked productively as lead or helping team member to drive customer satisfaction.
• Lubricated, cleaned or repaired machinery or equipment.
• Cleaned or prepared construction sites to eliminate hazards.

Stone Work.

• Planned and laid out projects to ensure efficient use of materials.
• Measured, cut, carved and polished stones for construction projects.
• Repaired damaged structures by replacing broken pieces or adding new ones.
• Built arches using bricklaying skills.
• Grouted joints between stones to seal them together.
• Filled joints between stones with trowels and used points to create professional lines.
• Drilled holes in stone and anchored brackets in holes to secure.
• Applied stains, sealer and curing agents to masonry.
• Restored mortar joints by removing mortar to exact depth and replacing with fresh mortar.
• Installed custom-made stone products such as fireplaces, benches and sinks.
• Inspected sites to determine the type and amount of stonework needed.
• Fabricated ornamental stonework such as columns, fountains and sculptures.
• Applied waterproofing agents to protect against weather damage.

Paint.

• Cleaned up job sites after each day's work was complete.
• Applied primer and finish coats of paint using brushes, rollers or spray guns.
• Loaded and unloaded supplies onto ladders or scaffolding for painters to use.
• Set up ladders safely around obstacles such as furniture or trees.
• Followed directions given by supervisor regarding specific painting techniques.
• Used drop cloths to cover floors and furniture while painting.
• Painted walls and other large areas using brushes, rollers and spray guns.
• Removed existing wallpaper by applying solution, scraping and peeling paper off walls.
• Organized and cleaned work area and tools.
• Demonstrated best safety practices working at heights and lifting various objects.