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Donald Manlapit

Summary

Tile Installer and skilled tradesman specializes in kitchen, bath and home additions. Employs proper judgment and decision-making to consider relative costs and benefits of potential actions. Shows up on time, ready to work and stands behind final product. Steady-handed Tile Setter lays tiles and spreads mortar with accuracy and precision. Expertly removes existing flooring, backsplashes and shower enclosures and reads and interprets construction drawings to perform new installations. Maintains clean and organized job site and work area to maximize safety. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Longshore laborer Supplemental position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Journeyman Tile Setter

Local 1 Masons Union
1996.06 - Current
  • Used power wet saws and tile cutters to cut tiles to specifications for projects.
  • Greeted customers cheerfully and provided expert service.
  • Followed general safety measures and used tools and machinery properly to avoid mishaps.
  • Placed marble and tiles into place using spacers to achieve proper spacing for grout application.
  • Used safe lifting, equipment and behavioral practices.
  • Leveled surfaces using plywood and mortar prior to laying marble and tile.
  • Maintained safe, clean and organized work environment.
  • Cut and prepared tiles for installation following precise measurements and job specifications.
  • Worked professionally with other tradespeople on successful, on-time project completion.
  • Created watertight finish on tiles by sealing surfaces and adding grout.
  • Completed skilled repairs of existing tile installations.
  • Followed strict safety standards for customer and worker protection.
  • Prepared for new installations and repair work by removing original materials and debris.
  • Operated machines to mix mortar, thinset and grout according to standard formulas.
  • Determined and implemented best layout to achieve desired pattern.
  • Leveraged power saws or tile cutters to cut materials to specified sizes for installation.
  • Sealed joints with mortar or cement to achieve design looks and promote longevity.
  • Inspected tiled areas to evaluate repairs needed and submit labor, material and supply estimates.

Education

High School Diploma -

Nanakuli High School
Waianae, HI
06.1981

Skills

  • Blueprint Reading
  • Tile Installation
  • Grout Application
  • Hand Tools
  • Surface Cleaning
  • Commercial and Residential Projects

Timeline

Journeyman Tile Setter

Local 1 Masons Union
1996.06 - Current

High School Diploma -

Nanakuli High School
Donald Manlapit