DEREK BURR
Akron,OH
Summary
Talented laborer with solid experience, teamwork abilities and understanding of safety. Competent helping teams complete work quickly yet efficiently.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction Crew Member
Amein LLC
05.2015 - Current
- Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Painted indoor areas such as hallways, bathrooms, and lobbies.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
- Applied putty, wood filler, spackling, and caulks to prep uneven surfaces and fill in holes.
- Repaired wall holes and scrapes.
- Applied primer, paints, varnishes and lacquers to walls and surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods.
- Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
- Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment onto and off construction sites.
Private Contractor
ABW Contractors (Self Employed)
01.2009 - Current
- Started a small construction company
- Operated heavy machinery, proposed
- Bids, constructed marketing advertisements, and a lot of labor.
- Collaborated closely with clients to better understand entire project scope.
- Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Managed day-to-day operations of ongoing construction
- Negotiated fees and contracts to reach mutually beneficial agreements with clients.
- Reworked positions and workflow based on individual abilities and production targets.
- Conducted daily site inspections to identify potential safety hazards.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
- Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
- Sourced suppliers and purchased necessary materials for work.
- Supported construction and extraction workers to facilitate timely completion of projects.
Installer
Joseph Allen
08.2018 - 01.2019
- Requires a variety of duties to be done
- Cutting aluminum tubes to correct size, cutting fabric to correct width and length then welding the fabric, and doing quality control
- Operating numerous saws for cutting different metals and steel
- Loading and unloading heavy skids on semi trucks shelves with tow-motors or pallet jacks.
- Knowledge of reading a tape measure and blue prints
- Measuring custom roller shades for commercial companies ranging from Denny's restaurant to College dorm rooms.
Construction Crew Member
J&J Construction
01.2006 - 01.2008
- Specialized in asphalt, concrete, landscaping, and crack ceiling
- (Seasonal)
- Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
- Communicated daily with vendors to keep project fully operational.
- Worked with contractors and other tradespeople to meet project specifications and deadlines.
- Painting
- Dry Wall
- Building and engineering
- Cabinetry
Education
No Degree - NCCER Certification
ASCA YouthBuild
Akron, OH06.2007
BUSINESS - MANAGEMENT TECHNOLOGY
John Wood Community College, AUG
Quincy, JAN, Illinois2006
Skills
- Forklift certification
- Management and Supervisor Experience
- Mechanically inclined
- Qualified welder in stick and MIG welding
- Great with following directions, Socialized environments, and team work
- Hand Tool Operations
- Ditch Digging
- Power Sanders
- Installing Windows
- Basic Electrical Knowledge
- Basic Tools
- Heavy Labor
- Remove Debris
- Materials Cutting
- Shingle Replacement
- Air Hammers
- OSHA Regulations
- Cabinet Building & Repair
- Carpentry
- Interior Painting
- Worksite Safety and Maintenance
- Stairs and Railings
- Equipment Maintenance
- Remodels and New Construction
- Blue Print Reading
- Tape Measure
- Measurement and Calculation Accuracy
- Painting
- Spray Gun (Painting)
Timeline
Installer
Joseph Allen
08.2018 - 01.2019
Construction Crew Member
Amein LLC
05.2015 - Current
Private Contractor
ABW Contractors (Self Employed)
01.2009 - Current
Construction Crew Member
J&J Construction
01.2006 - 01.2008
No Degree - NCCER Certification
ASCA YouthBuild
BUSINESS - MANAGEMENT TECHNOLOGY
John Wood Community College, AUG