- Checked accuracy of finished product with measuring tools such as tape measures and levels.
- Assembled formwork for pouring concrete slabs or walls in accordance with engineering plans.
- Performed minor repairs on damaged woodwork items such as window sills or door jambs.
- Measured and cut wood, plastic, drywall and other materials to specified dimensions using hand tools and power saws.
- Laid out flooring systems on site before installation begins.
- Fitted interior fixtures including kitchen units, shelves and cupboards.
- Applied weatherproofing treatments to exterior surfaces such as decks and fences.
- Collaborated with other tradespeople onsite during construction projects.
- Repaired existing structures such as floors, roofs and door frames.
- Fabricated wooden jigs and templates to aid in the assembly process of parts in production runs.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety regulations when operating machinery.
- Installed doors, windows, cabinets, frames and trim according to blueprints or verbal instructions.
- Interpreted drawings and blueprints accurately in order to determine layout requirements.
- Inspected buildings prior to start of construction projects for any existing damage that needs repair.
- Secured structural components together using nails, screws or glue guns.
- Finished surfaces of carpentry work by applying coats of paint or varnish to protect surface from wear.
- Built stairs, ramps, walls, partitions and frameworks of wood or metal studs.
- Ensured all work is carried out according to local building codes.
- Carried out general maintenance tasks on building sites including cleaning up debris and rubbish.
- Constructed forms for pouring concrete foundations.
- Managed movement of materials and equipment to different job sites.
- Spoke with customers to gain better understanding of scope of project.
- Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints to determine best techniques for job.
- Installed, assembled and repaired woodwork, millwork, cabinetry, and trim.
- Followed OSHA and corporate safety regulations and procedures.
- Repaired or replaced damaged or defective parts using power tools and equipment.
- Studied blueprints, sketches or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
- Shaped or cut materials to proper measurements using hand tools, machines or power saws.
- Applied acoustic paneling to ceilings and walls to adjust sound absorption and rebound within rooms.
- Used band, circular and compound miter saws.
- Laid and stained oak casings and hardwood floors.
- Reviewed jobsite needs with foreman and coordinated construction.
- Procured and completed required permit approvals prior to starting projects.
- Led apprentices and trainees in building construction and renovation.
- Used various carpenter's hand tools, portable power tools and standard measuring instruments.
- Anchored and braced forms to complete precise joining.
- Applied design-specific wood and composite trim according to architectural plans and neighborhood regulations.
- Measured, cut, and installed staircase spindles.
- Installed cabinets, base cabinets and crown molding.
- Performed various carpentry duties, including both rough and finish carpentry.
- Positioned and installed floor joists, trusses and rafters.
- Cut and installed tile and hardwood flooring for residential and commercial buildings.
- Conducted inspections, diagnosed problems, took measurements and made necessary adjustments to complete projects according to specifications.
- Installed building windows, trim and cabinetry alone or with assistants to meet job deadlines.
- Verified trueness of construction using plumb and level.
- Installed windows, flooring, or trim using hand or power tools.
- Roughed in door and window frames or subflooring in structures undergoing construction or repair.
- Erected scaffolding to assemble above-ground structures.
- Calculated amounts of materials and estimated cost based on surface measurements or work orders.
- Completed high-volume weekly painting jobs with consistently positive customer feedback.
- Constructed scaffolding and supports to complete work above ground-level.
- Applied primers or sealers to prepare bare wood or metal for finish coats.
- Journeyman Carpenter skilled in wood and steel stud framing. Rough and finish. 18 years experience
Journeyman Painter / brush /roll/ spray 6 years experience