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Elijah DeBortoli

Sac,CA

Summary

Skilled cement finisher with background in commercial and residential projects. Experience includes mixing, pouring, leveling, and finishing concrete for various construction tasks. Strengths lie in understanding blueprints, maintaining clean workspaces, and ensuring safety standards are met. Previous roles have seen improvements in efficiency and quality control processes, contributing to successful project completion. Looking to obtain a position in which i can utilize my positive attitude and good work ethics. while furthering my experience.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

Cement Finisher

kwik kerb of folsom
Sacramento, CA
08.2014 - Current
  • Troweled, floated and finished concrete surfaces to specified textures using hand and power tools.
  • Smoothed out cement mixtures with trowels or floats to create a level surface.
  • Applied hardening compounds to cure the concrete surfaces.
  • Cleaned, dried, and polished floors with power buffers.
  • Repaired damaged concrete by patching holes and cracks with mortar mix.
  • Measured and cut expansion joints in freshly poured cement slabs.
  • Cut bricks, stones, tiles or other materials for decorative features such as pathways or patios.
  • Installed forms for sidewalks, curbs and gutters prior to pouring concrete into them.
  • Created textured finishes on newly poured concrete surfaces through stamping or staining techniques.
  • Finished surfaces by troweling, floating and brushing following project requirements and specifications.
  • Dismantled forms using basic and advanced tools.
  • Maintained safety of work areas by adhering to strict regulations.
  • Constructed forms to create various concrete structures.
  • Inspected and maintained tools and equipment.
  • Used numerous types of power tools and other equipment daily.
  • Positioned wire mesh and rebar to reinforce concrete.
  • Poured concrete into forms using pump hose and leveled.
  • Loaded and unloaded necessary tools, materials, and machines from trucks and trailers.
  • Used forklifts and other equipment to move materials and complete project work with construction team.
  • Worked with teammates to move steel forms.
  • Troubleshot equipment issues and determined best courses of action for repairs.
  • Removed debris and waste to clean site after completing work.
  • Reviewed blueprints and other drawings to identify correct grades.
  • Compacted grade using jumping jack or plate compactor equipment.
  • Calculated concrete quantities needed for jobs.
  • Upheld requirements for safe operations and reporting of incidents.
  • Placed steel pins using sledgehammer.
  • Operated excavators and loaders to prepare site.
  • Prepared concrete by hand mixing sand and cement.
  • Removed rough or defective spots from concrete surfaces, using power grinder, or chisel and hammer.
  • Molded expansion joints and edges using edging tools, jointers, and straightedge.
  • Protected surfaces from avoidable damages by using correct forming, bracing, preparation, and finishing techniques.
  • Prioritized tasks for each job after reading project blueprints and documents.
  • Maintained inventory list of items used on job sites to provide reordering details.
  • Used various chemicals and tools to repair damaged items.
  • Built forms to specific dimensions to shape wet concrete.
  • Spread, leveled and smoothed concrete using rake or shovel.
  • Signaled truck driver to pour concrete and move chute, directing concrete on forms.
  • Monitored wind, heat or cold throughout curing process.
  • Repaired unsafe curbs, gutters, sidewalks, driveways and roadways.
  • Mixed and poured concrete according to standard ratios.
  • Created requested finishes and results using small gravel for pebble appearance and other techniques.
  • Applied hardening and sealing compounds to cure concrete surface.
  • Produced rough concrete surface using brooms.
  • Set concrete forms to desired pitch and depth and aligned.
  • Shaped rounded edges on corners with edger tool and created grooves to control cracking.
  • Directed casting of concrete and supervised laborers using shovels or special tools to spread.
  • Installed anchor bolts, steel plates and other fixtures in freshly poured concrete.

Food Service | Customer Service

West Wind Drive Inns
01.2013 - 12.2013
  • Provided popcorn, other snacks, and beverages to the costumers
  • Made hot food in ovens such as pizzas, corn-dogs, hamburgers
  • Worked in the ticket booth accepting money, providing change and giving a receipts to the costumers
  • A sound knowledge in food safety

Laborer

Joe Ballejos Roofing Services
01.2010 - 12.2012
  • Provided aid to journeyman level workers by feeding roofing materials as needed
  • Assisted with roof tear-off and removal of tear-off to local landfills for disposal
  • Skilled at operating various electronic tools that include nail/staple guns, air compressor, skills saw, miter saw, jointer saw, and planer saw & several other types of relevant equipment
  • Sound knowledge of safety procedures applied during roof replacement

Landscaper

Eli debortoli landscaping
Sacramento, CA
  • Maintained and operated lawn care equipment such as mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, and hedge clippers.
  • Planned and designed landscaping projects to meet customer needs and preferences.
  • Cultivated soil by using rakes, shovels, hoes, trowels or other tools.
  • Applied fertilizers and pesticides according to safety regulations.
  • Transported plants, turf and other materials to designated areas for installation.
  • Cut grass in even lengths with power mowers or hand shears.
  • Inspected property for signs of damage or infestation from pests or weeds.
  • Installed water features such as fountains and sprinkler systems.
  • Weeded flower beds and vegetable gardens to remove unwanted vegetation.
  • Pruned trees, shrubs, hedges, bushes and vines to enhance their growth patterns.
  • Built retaining walls using stones or bricks for stability purposes.
  • Laid sod on prepared surfaces for a finished look of the landscape design.
  • Assisted in building decks and patios to create outdoor living spaces.
  • Cleaned up debris after completing jobsite tasks.
  • Performed routine maintenance of irrigation systems including repairs when needed.
  • Operated machinery such as bobcats or tractors when necessary.
  • Conducted repairs on walkways using pavers
  • Provided knowledgeable advice about plant selection for customers' landscapes.
  • Ensured proper disposal of all waste generated from job sites.
  • Cut and trimmed lawns using power mowers and edgers.
  • Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.
  • Maintained garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.
  • Pruned and trimmed trees and shrubs with shears and pruning saws.
  • Answered customer questions regarding care and general knowledge of landscape.
  • Followed planned landscaping designs to lay sod, seed grass or plant flowers and foliage.
  • Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris, and snow to reduce hazards.
  • Used hand tools to break up clumps of dirt, transplant seedlings and mix in fertilizers.
  • Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shape.
  • Performed preventative maintenance to keep equipment in excellent working condition.
  • Applied mulch and burlap coverings to bushes and trees for winter.
  • Trimmed shrubbery and trees to help plants produce more flowers and fruit to benefit wildlife.
  • Troubleshot mechanical issues and completed basic repairs to keep equipment working at peak levels.
  • Utilized automatic sprayers to mix and spray fertilizers and herbicides onto grass and trees.
  • Built pergolas, retaining walls, decks, and large, and small scale water features to enhance grounds.
  • Picked and chose new shrubs and plants according to bedding and sunlight.
  • Provided customer service, addressing client concerns and ensuring satisfaction with completed projects.
  • Performed erosion control measures to protect landscape features and surrounding areas.
  • Installed outdoor lighting systems to enhance the nighttime appearance of landscapes.
  • Assisted in budgeting and quoting landscaping projects, including labor, materials, and timelines.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas, tools, and equipment.
  • Cared for lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding or grubbing.
  • Trimmed and edged along flower beds, walkways, walls
  • Raked, mulched and composted leaves.
  • Planted trees, shrubs, bushes and flowers in decorative planters and displays.
  • Trimmed flowers and cleaned flower beds.
  • Pruned and trimmed trees and hedges with shears, pruners, or chain saws.
  • Decorated gardens, paths and beds with stones or plants.
  • Maintained or repaired tools or equipment for safety and longevity.
  • Watered lawns, plants, or trees, using sprinkler systems or watering cans as part of overall maintenance plan.
  • Provided proper upkeep of planters, paved areas or other grounds features.
  • Followed landscaping designs to determine placement of sod, flowers or foliage.
  • Mixed and sprayed or spread fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides using hand or automatic dispensers.
  • Advised customers on plant, flower or shrubbery care.
  • Built or maintained greenhouses, fences or benches,
  • Set support stakes and attached wires from planted trees.
  • Winterized irrigation systems and restarted systems in spring.
  • Adjusted amount of water consumption using irrigation methods to prevent waste.
  • Ensured optimal play surfaces through consistent removal and replenishment of cushioning pads in artificial turf.
  • Sanitized artificial turf through vacuuming and disinfection processes

Education

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Folsom Lake Community College
06.2014

High School Diploma -

Rio Americano High School
06.2012

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Word
  • Visual Communication Skills
  • Excel
  • Strong analytical skills
  • Effective Troubleshooting Skills
  • Effective leadership skills
  • Team skills
  • Ability to organize
  • Time management
  • Self starter
  • Adaptability
  • Pitch and Depth Correction
  • Project Estimation
  • Concrete mixing
  • Rebar installation
  • Worksite safety
  • Cement and pavement
  • Surface curing methods
  • Defect Correction
  • Site preparation
  • Retaining walls
  • Concrete finishing
  • Cement work
  • Tool Maintenance
  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Surface Preparation
  • Commercial construction experience
  • OSHA protocols
  • Power saws
  • Concrete pouring
  • Concrete polishing
  • Concrete sculpting
  • Hand tool operation
  • Power Tool Operation
  • Restaurant equipment maintenance
  • Precision Jointers and Edgers
  • Basic structural engineering
  • Countertop Fabrication
  • Hand tools operation
  • Inventory Management
  • Finishing Techniques

Timeline

Cement Finisher

kwik kerb of folsom
08.2014 - Current

Food Service | Customer Service

West Wind Drive Inns
01.2013 - 12.2013

Laborer

Joe Ballejos Roofing Services
01.2010 - 12.2012

Landscaper

Eli debortoli landscaping

Associate of Science - Business Administration

Folsom Lake Community College

High School Diploma -

Rio Americano High School

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