Derrick Gunn
Trussville,AL
Summary
Knowledgeable professional offering experience and abilities in completing frameworks for structural construction jobs and seasoned concrete laborer well-versed in working with concrete and associated materials. Bright and detail-oriented in calculating accurate measurements. Focused on safety by keeping work areas neat, following protocols, using equipment and tools appropriately and warning teammates of potential hazards.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Precast Concrete Fabricator
Universal Precast
03.2021 - 03.2024
- Assisted in maintaining a safe work environment through adherence to safety protocols and proper equipment usage.
- Mixed, spread, and patched concrete to specifications.
- Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
- Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
- Wore correct clothing and protective equipment for jobs.
- Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
- Shoveled materials such as dirt, gravel, and asphalt.
- Assisted crew members with positioning trucks and moved discharge chute to guide concrete into forms.
- Measured precise amounts of concrete and verified levelness to improve quality of finished product.
- Applied concrete fabrication techniques to achieve desired project specifications, quality, and code standards.
E-Coater & Powder Coater
Progressive Finishes
04.2018 - 03.2020
- Reduced material waste by accurately measuring and applying coatings according to specifications.
- Conducted periodic inspections of finished products, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and client requirements.
- Ensured consistent results through precise calibration of coater settings and monitoring of environmental conditions.
- Streamlined workflow processes by maintaining an organized workspace free from hazards or obstructions.
- Adhered strictly to company policies and procedures during the coating process, resulting in consistent outcomes that met expectations.
- Increased customer satisfaction by delivering high-quality coated products in a timely manner.
- Provided supervisor with daily status report on all job tasks and workers' duties.
Carpenter Apprentice
Southeastern Carpenters
12.2013 - 04.2018
- Aided in the maintenance of power tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance and longevity on job sites.
- Achieved accurate cuts using miter saws, table saws, circular saws, jigsaws, routers, planers while adhering to all safety protocols.
- Demonstrated commitment to quality craftsmanship by following blueprints and specifications accurately during each phase of construction.
- Supported team members with efficient material handling, ensuring timely availability of required supplies for each task.
- Utilized hand tools such as hammers, chisels, levels, squares, and measuring tapes to complete tasks with precision and efficiency.
- Improved project efficiency by accurately measuring, cutting, and assembling materials for various carpentry tasks.
- Collaborated with experienced carpenters to improve skillset through hands-on training and mentorship opportunities.
- Enhanced job site safety through diligent adherence to OSHA regulations and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Showcased problem-solving abilities by addressing unforeseen challenges during scaffold assembly processes.
- Displayed strong physical stamina, consistently fulfilling demanding labor requirements throughout long workdays onsite.
Education
High School Diploma -
Woodlawn High School
Birmingham, AL05.1995
Skills
- Crane Operation
- Structural analysis
- Batch mixing
- Concrete finishing
- Mold preparation
- Joint Assembly
- Rebar Bending
- Reinforcement installation
- Dimensional Accuracy
- Precast Production
- Worksite safety
- Forklift Operation
Timeline
Precast Concrete Fabricator
Universal Precast
03.2021 - 03.2024
E-Coater & Powder Coater
Progressive Finishes
04.2018 - 03.2020
Carpenter Apprentice
Southeastern Carpenters
12.2013 - 04.2018
High School Diploma -
Woodlawn High School
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