Daniel Saldivar
Burleson
Summary
Reliable construction professional with hands-on experience in various building projects. Skilled in operating machinery, handling tools, and following blueprints to ensure quality work. Strong focus on team collaboration, adapting to changing needs, and achieving project goals. Known for dependability, strong work ethic, and commitment to safety standards.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Drywall Finisher
Champion Homes
11.2024 - Current
- Applied tape to seal joints by embedding into sealing compound.
- Served as a reliable team member, regularly collaborating with other finishers and construction professionals to achieve shared goals and meet deadlines.
- Measured and marked cutting lines on drywall for lengths, heights and penetrations.
- Removed damaged drywall and wallpaper to prepare for new installations.
- Increased job efficiency with mastery of various hand tools and power tools, such as trowels, joint knives, and sanders.
- Achieved smooth and consistent wall surfaces by applying drywall compound and sanding.
- Prepared work area, tools and equipment for job site.
- Ensured long-lasting quality workmanship by consistently inspecting finished surfaces for defects or inconsistencies before final approvals.
- Delivered superior results through precise application of texture finishes using brushes, rollers, or spray equipment.
Framer
Highland Homes
06.2022 - 11.2024
- Accurately and safely installed wall, roof and floor structures according to blueprints, customer requests, and available inventories.
- Enhanced overall project efficiency by accurately measuring and cutting materials for framing projects.
- Demonstrated versatility in framing skills by adapting to various project requirements, including residential homes, commercial buildings, and custom projects.
- Cut and joined wood, using precise measurements and proper techniques to create frames of different sizes
- Followed safety protocols when using nail guns, saws, and grinders.
- Mentored new team members on proper techniques, safety guidelines, and best practices within the field of framing construction.
- Examined wood, work areas, and supplies for defects and damage before completing projects.
- Cut, measured and shaped wood after inspecting blueprints, build areas and work orders.
- Reinforced structures by installing metal collar ties and anchor bolts, contributing to the overall stability of framed buildings.
- Ensured exceptional precision in layout work using levels, squares, plumb bobs, chalk lines, resulting in perfectly aligned structures.
- Disassembled frames for repair, refurbishment, or replacement.
- Expedited project timelines through diligent work habits and strong attention to detail in all aspects of framing tasks.
- Improved safety records by conducting regular tool and equipment maintenance, significantly reducing workplace accidents.
Utility Worker
Champion Homes
08.2019 - 06.2022
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Trained to be in every department, roofing, trim, exterior finish, framing, plumbing, and electrical
- Maintained clean and organized job sites, contributing to a safe working environment for all employees.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Assisted with successful, time-sensitive renovations of various structures.
- Collected and disposed of trash and debris.
- Contributed to a positive work environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues across various departments.
- Verified that all safety procedures were followed while working on utility systems.
- Assisted in training new hires on company procedures, safety guidelines, and job-specific tasks to ensure a consistent level of service quality across the workforce.
- Completed daily maintenance tasks in record time to maximize productivity.
Forklift Supervisor/Driver, Warehouse Orders
New Spirit Naturals
07.2016 - 07.2019
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
- Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Developed staff skills through targeted training programs, resulting in improved performance and career growth opportunities.
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Gladstone High School
Covina, CA06-2015
Skills
- Excellent work ethic
- Attention to detail
- Hand tool expertise
- Construction
- Heavy lifting
- Problem-solving
- Power tool operation
- Worksite safety
- Painting and finishing
- Joint taping
- Equipment operation
- Truck loading
- Framing
- Flooring installation
- Carpentry
- Site preparation
- Demolition experience
- Drywall hanging
- Equipment maintenance
- Framing construction
- Material transport
- Window installation
- Cabinet installation
- Blueprint reading
- Scaffolding setup
- Carpentry expertise
- Electrical installation
- Roofing installation
- Team player
- Physical strength and stamina
- Job site measuring and layout
- Forklift certification
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Residential Plumbing Repair
- Interior trim
- Window and door installation
- Scissor lift operation
- Flooring
- Stair stringers
- Interpreting blueprints
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Drywall Finisher
Champion Homes
11.2024 - Current
Framer
Highland Homes
06.2022 - 11.2024
Utility Worker
Champion Homes
08.2019 - 06.2022
Forklift Supervisor/Driver, Warehouse Orders
New Spirit Naturals
07.2016 - 07.2019
High School Diploma -
Gladstone High School
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