Successful carpenter bringing 27 years of expertise in all aspects of building construction, maintenance and remodeling to a leadership position with a challenging and rewarding employer. Knowledgeable and skilled in various plumbing, electrical and construction techniques, procedures, carpentry and maintenance tools and equipment. Team-oriented in communicating with others to complete excellent rough and finish carpentry, electrical and plumbing work and shares information needed to complete tasks.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Carpenter Maintenance Worker
Summit County Children Services
Akron, OH
05.2013 - Current
Installed cabinets, base cabinets and crown molding.
Utilized various tools, equipment, materials and forming systems to complete construction tasks.
Verified trueness of construction using plumb and level.
Shaped or cut materials to proper measurements using hand tools, machines or power saws.
Examined buildings and project specifications to determine measurements.
Communicated with teammates and supervisors frequently to understand requirements and complete projects on time.
Repaired or replaced damaged or defective parts using power tools and equipment.
Read blueprints, schematics and drawings to determine layout requirements.
Installed drywall sheets onto walls or ceilings using nails or screws.
Prioritized work, keeping carpentry jobs on task and within budget.
Prepared surfaces by sanding or scraping off old finishes prior to refinishing them.
Performed routine maintenance on carpentry equipment such as saws and drills.
Cut countertops from laminated material following template measurements.
Operated power tools safely when performing carpentry tasks such as drilling holes into lumber pieces.
Led apprentices and trainees in building construction and renovation.
Assisted in the installation of metal framing systems for commercial construction projects.
Performed various carpentry duties, including both rough and finish carpentry.
Roughed in door and window frames or subflooring in structures undergoing construction or repair.
Maintained clean and organized workplace to optimize performance, efficiency and safety.
Installed and repaired plumbing fixtures, such as sinks, toilets, showers, and bathtubs.
Verified and gathered measurements to determine proper piping sizes.
Read blueprints to determine layout of plumbing systems.
Performed preventative maintenance on plumbing systems.
Replaced faulty valves, faucets, washers, gaskets and seals.
Repaired broken or defective parts in water supply lines and drainage systems.
Shut off steam or other gases or liquids from pipes to conduct maintenance.
Connected water supply lines to appliances such as dishwashers and washing machines.
Replaced defective circuit breakers, fuses, switches, outlets, lighting fixtures and other components as needed.
Worked with a variety of materials including PVC conduits, copper wiring, aluminum wiring and MC cables.
Coordinated and executed installation of electrical wiring and fixtures according to job specifications and local codes.
Assisted with electrical installation tasks, added new wiring and adjusted breaker boxes.
Installed conduit systems including EMT, rigid conduit, flexible conduit.
Reviewed blueprints and electrical schematics to perform tasks to specifications.
Cut openings in walls or floors to accommodate the passage of pipes or electrical conduit using power saws or cutting torches.
Installed new electrical components, fixtures and motors.
Resolved issues with existing systems and replaced malfunctioning parts.
Owner
Ed's Custom Carpentry Services
Louisville, OH
01.2007 - 05.2013
Conferred with customers to understand needs and finalize purchase orders.
Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
Took accurate measurements to calculate size and amount of materials needed for project completion.
Performed various carpentry duties, including both rough and finish carpentry.
Measured, cut and shaped wood materials to specifications using hand tools, such as saws and chisels.
Verified trueness of construction using plumb and level.
Contracted and collaborated with specialty sub-contractors for special trade jobs or installations.
Read blueprints, schematics and drawings to determine layout requirements.
Installed windows, flooring, or trim using hand or power tools.
Used various carpenter's hand tools, portable power tools and standard measuring instruments.
Provided consultation services for homeowners regarding custom carpentry designs.
Cut and installed tile and hardwood flooring for residential and commercial buildings.
Fabricated staircases, doors, window frames and other wooden components for buildings.
Laid out flooring patterns according to design templates or customer specifications.
Installed drywall sheets onto walls or ceilings using nails or screws.
Roughed in door and window frames or subflooring in structures undergoing construction or repair.
Installed cabinets, base cabinets and crown molding.
Measured, cut, and installed staircase spindles.
Calculated material costs for projects based on labor estimates provided by clients.
Installed interior trim work such as baseboards and moldings around windows and doors.
Applied acoustic paneling to ceilings and walls to adjust sound absorption and rebound within rooms.
Fitted door locksets, deadbolts and other hardware on doors according to manufacturer's instructions.
Assembled furniture using glue, dowels, screws and nails.
Cut countertops from laminated material following template measurements.
Performed routine maintenance on carpentry equipment such as saws and drills.
Laid and stained oak casings and hardwood floors.
Installed and repaired water supply lines, waste disposal systems, and related appliances.
Cut and fit pipes to established measurements.
Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
Connected gas lines to stoves, dryers, hot water heaters, furnaces.
Assembled and installed metal and nonmetal valves, pipe fittings and pipes.
Tested plumbing systems to locate leaks, malfunctions and repair needs.
Replaced defective circuit breakers, fuses, switches, outlets, lighting fixtures and other components as needed.
Worked with a variety of materials including PVC conduits, copper wiring, aluminum wiring and MC cables.
Coordinated and executed installation of electrical wiring and fixtures according to job specifications and local codes.
Assisted with electrical installation tasks, added new wiring and adjusted breaker boxes.
Installed conduit systems including EMT, rigid conduit, flexible conduit.
Inspected transformers and circuit breakers to identify any potential issues before they become major problems.
Reviewed blueprints and electrical schematics to perform tasks to specifications.
Cut openings in walls or floors to accommodate the passage of pipes or electrical conduit using power saws or cutting torches.
Installed new electrical components, fixtures and motors.
Carpenter
RD Carpentry
East Canton, OH
04.1996 - 12.2006
Verified trueness of construction using plumb and level.
Covered subfloors with building paper and lay hardwood or parquet floors by nailing to subfloor or cementing to mastic base.
Properly installed kitchen and bathroom cabinets and removed all debris upon job completion.
Installed interior doors using shims to level them properly.
Anchored and braced forms and other structures in place using nails, bolts, anchor rods, steel cables, planks, wedges and timbers.
Installed windows, flooring, or trim using hand or power tools.
Installed window sills, headers, door frames and jambs to specifications.
Fashioned frameworks or props using hand tools and wood screws, nails or glue.
Installed and finished wood trim, doors and cabinets for new construction and renovation projects.
Prepared trims for installation by cutting miters, rabbets and coping joints.
Assisted in the fabrication of custom trim pieces including complex angles and curves.
Constructed built-in bookshelves and cabinets from raw lumber.
Measured, cut and installed baseboards, casing, crown moldings and other trim elements.
Education
High School Diploma -
Glenoak High School
Canton, OH
05.1989
Skills
Blueprint Interpretation
Project Planning
Structural Repairs
Commercial Construction Experience
Project Management
Flooring Construction
Basic Electrical Knowledge
Construction Management
Strong Analytical and Communication Skills
Blueprint Reading
Edge Joining
Hand and Power Tools
Equipment Management
General Laborer
Affiliations
Hobbies include cooking for friends and family, golf and cornhole
Enjoys lawncare
Timeline
Carpenter Maintenance Worker
Summit County Children Services
05.2013 - Current
Owner
Ed's Custom Carpentry Services
01.2007 - 05.2013
Carpenter
RD Carpentry
04.1996 - 12.2006
High School Diploma -
Glenoak High School
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