David Penaflor
Webster,TX
Summary
Capable professional with outstanding background in applying a strong work ethic to perform daily construction duties. Intelligent in planning tasks by performing simple and complex calculations. Safety-minded in following procedures, maintaining organized workspaces and using tools properly.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Formwork Carpenter
Patriot Construction
Baton Rouge, Louisiana
10.2024 - 01.2025
- Took accurate measurements to calculate size and amount of materials needed for project completion.
- Operated a variety of power tools such as saws, drills, sanders and grinders.
- Provided technical advice related to formwork applications when requested by customers or colleagues.
- Maintained clean and organized workplace to optimize performance, efficiency and safety.
- Studied blueprints or building plans to prepare layout and materials required.
- Dismantled existing formwork systems when required by project schedules.
- Set out layout lines for positioning formworks according to plans provided by architects and engineers.
- Anchored and braced forms and other structures in place using nails, bolts, anchor rods, steel cables, planks, wedges and timbers.
- Learned project dimensions and form design by effective blueprint reading.
- Communicated with teammates and supervisors frequently to understand requirements and complete projects on time.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety regulations at all times.
Formwork Carpenter
Baker Construction
Baton Rouge, LA
07.2023 - 10.2024
- Took accurate measurements to calculate size and amount of materials needed for project completion.
- Operated a variety of power tools such as saws, drills, sanders and grinders.
- Provided technical advice related to formwork applications when requested by customers or colleagues.
- Studied blueprints or building plans to prepare layout and materials required.
- Dismantled existing formwork systems when required by project schedules.
- Anchored and braced forms and other structures in place using nails, bolts, anchor rods, steel cables, planks, wedges and timbers.
- Learned project dimensions and form design by effective blueprint reading.
- Communicated with teammates and supervisors frequently to understand requirements and complete projects on time.
- Installed steel ties and walers, as well as other reinforcing components.
- Maintained clean and organized workplace to optimize performance, efficiency and safety.
- Assisted with the installation of formwork for concrete structures, including walls, columns and slabs.
- Measured and marked cut lines on materials using ruler or marking gauge.
Scaffold Leadman
Chaparral
Houston, Texas
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Ensured that all necessary materials were delivered to the job site in a timely manner.
- Studied blueprints or building plans to prepare layout and materials required.
- Conducted daily safety inspections of scaffolds and ladders to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Identified potential hazards associated with working at heights and took steps to mitigate those risks whenever possible.
- Safely and accurately built scaffolding in confined spaces like cooling towers.
- Maintained accurate records of all scaffolding components used on each job site.
- Safely constructed hung, tube and clip and modular scaffolding systems.
- Monitored workers while they erected, altered or dismantled scaffolds, ensuring their safety at all times.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on scaffolding equipment such as bolts, nuts and frames.
- Took accurate measurements to calculate size and amount of materials needed for project completion.
- Anchored and braced forms and other structures in place using nails, bolts, anchor rods, steel cables, planks, wedges and timbers.
Scaffold Leadman
BrandSafway
Freeport, Texas
01.2020 - 08.2022
- Ensured that all necessary materials were delivered to the job site in a timely manner.
- Studied blueprints or building plans to prepare layout and materials required.
- Conducted daily safety inspections of scaffolds and ladders to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Identified potential hazards associated with working at heights and took steps to mitigate those risks whenever possible.
- Safely and accurately built scaffolding in confined spaces like cooling towers.
- Operated machinery in busy environments and maintained safety around equipment, people and other projects.
- Maintained accurate records of all scaffolding components used on each job site.
- Coordinated with other tradespeople and project managers to ensure that work was completed according to schedule.
- Inspected equipment regularly for signs of wear or damage, making repairs as needed.
- Broke down structures following project completion.
- Erected scaffolding to assemble above-ground structures.
- Monitored workers while they erected, altered or dismantled scaffolds, ensuring their safety at all times.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on scaffolding equipment such as bolts, nuts and frames.
- Took accurate measurements to calculate size and amount of materials needed for project completion.
- Communicated with teammates and supervisors frequently to understand requirements and complete projects on time.
Journeyman Scaffold Builder
Brock Industrial
Baytown, Texas
08.2017 - 01.2020
- Performed site activities required of green-certified construction practices.
- Signaled equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement or adjustment of machinery.
- Repaired and replaced faulty or damaged scaffold materials.
- Demonstrated best safety practices working at heights and lifting various objects.
- Safely constructed hung, tube and clip and modular scaffolding systems.
- Loaded materials and tools into vehicles and unloaded upon arrival at jobsites.
- Assembled and erected scaffolding systems with appropriate tools and safety equipment.
- Cleaned and organized work areas to prevent accidents and dangerous situations.
- Planned the construction of scaffold structures according to blueprints or drawings.
- Measured, marked or recorded openings or distances to construction layout areas.
- Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
- Assembled scaffolding at job sites and removed when work was complete.
- Conducted daily inspections prior to use to identify any defects or damage that may have occurred since last inspection.
- Followed job-site safety protocols for working at height as well as other hazardous conditions.
Technician
Veolia Environmental Services
Houston, Texas
12.2016 - 08.2017
- Communicated with distributors to acquire necessary equipment for projects.
- Followed safety guidelines and wore protective gear when using power drills, circular saws, and other power tools.
- Participated in training to maintain technical expertise and proficiency on applicable equipment.
- Operated specialized diagnostic tools used to identify system faults.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Houston High School
Houston, Texas05-2012
Skills
- Structural analysis
- Slab forming
- Structure assembly
- Power tool operation
- Rebar installation
- Forming and pouring
- Heavy lifting
- Hand and power tools
Timeline
Formwork Carpenter
Patriot Construction
10.2024 - 01.2025
Formwork Carpenter
Baker Construction
07.2023 - 10.2024
Scaffold Leadman
Chaparral
08.2022 - 07.2023
Scaffold Leadman
BrandSafway
01.2020 - 08.2022
Journeyman Scaffold Builder
Brock Industrial
08.2017 - 01.2020
Technician
Veolia Environmental Services
12.2016 - 08.2017
High School Diploma -
South Houston High School