Eric Spisak
Lisle,NY
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Mason Journeyman
BAC Local 3 Union
Whitney Point, NY
08.2022 - Current
- Assisted in the construction of brick walls and other structures using masonry materials.
- Repaired damaged or deteriorated masonry surfaces, including tuckpointing and caulking.
- Performed layout work for brick walls, patios, walkways, fireplaces, and other masonry projects.
- Cut bricks, blocks, stone, tile, and other masonry materials to specified dimensions using saws and hand tools.
- Followed blueprints or drawings to determine material requirements for each project.
- Installed anchors into concrete or mortar joints prior to setting stones or bricks.
- Applied waterproofing agents to new or existing masonry surfaces as needed.
- Mixed cement and sand according to specific proportions for use in various applications.
- Tested mortar samples for strength and adherence to industry standards.
- Inspected completed projects for quality control purposes before final sign-off by supervisor.
- Cleaned up job sites after completion of each project and disposed of debris properly.
- Worked with a variety of specialized tools such as chisels, hammers, drills, grinders .
- Operated power equipment such as forklifts and hoists when necessary.
- Grouted around fixtures such as pipes and conduits that penetrate through walls.
- Applied protective coatings to finished surfaces for added durability.
- Installed reinforcing steel rods within concrete forms prior to pouring.
- Provided guidance on proper installation techniques to less experienced crew members.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable safety regulations while on the job site.
- Loaded trucks with supplies needed at different job sites throughout the day.
- Kept detailed records of labor hours worked each day along with materials used.
- Prepared concrete by mixing water with cement, sand and gravel.
- Laid bricks or blocks in the proper configurations according to plans.
- Cut and split bricks or other materials to fit written and illustrated dimensions.
- Moved bricks, tools and supplies with equipment such as forklifts and hand trucks.
- Smoothed final surfaces by removing excess mortar and finishing joints.
- Cleaned and prepared work surfaces with appropriate tools and solvents.
- Laid building materials such as ceramic tile, bricks, concrete blocks and glass blocks using mortar or other substances to join.
- Formed edges and molded joints with edging tools and jointers.
- Calculated mixture ratios, angles and square footage to determine materials needed and plan layouts.
- Restored mortar joints by removing mortar to exact depth and replacing with fresh mortar.
- Repaired or altered structural and superficial damage to various masonry work and surfaces.
- Built bracing systems, forms and supports for pouring foundations and construction.
- Readied work areas by clearing and smoothing surfaces and adjoining structures.
- Reviewed blueprints, drawings and plans to build masonry features and structures.
- Applied stains, sealer and curing agents to masonry.
- Caulked crevices in masonry work for weather-proof seal.
- Configured expansion joints and edges with related tools.
- Broke or cut bricks, tiles and blocks to size, using trowel edge, hammer or power saw.
- Mixed mortar and grout and used to adhere building materials and create structures.
- Used trowel edges and hammers to break or cut brick and tiles to size.
- Applied and smoothed mortar or other mixtures over work surface.
- Removed excess materials and smoothed surfaces to achieve desired finishes.
- Calculated mortar and brick quantity needed for job.
- Prepared for each job by accurately laying out wall patterns and foundation plans.
- Examined brickwork or structures to determine need for repair.
- Removed broken masonry and constructed replacement sections for walls and floors.
- Measured distance from reference points and marked guidelines to lay out work with plumb bobs and levels.
- Calculated angles and courses and determined vertical and horizontal alignment of courses.
Owner/Subcontractor
Red Beard LLC/ Higgins & Welch Real-Estate
Lisle, NY
01.2019 - Current
- Developed strategic plans to increase profitability and efficiency.
- Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
- Created marketing campaigns to attract new customers.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
- Analyzed industry trends to develop competitive strategies.
- Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
- Implemented quality assurance processes to ensure product excellence.
- Researched potential partners in order to expand services offered.
- Reviewed legal documents related to business operations.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Developed policies and procedures for the organization.
- Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
- Negotiated with vendors to gain optimal pricing on products resulting in substantial increase in profit margin.
- Enhanced operational performance by developing effective business strategies, systems and procedures.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Used strong issue resolution and communication skills to cultivate and strengthen lasting client relationships.
- Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
- Reviewed financial statements and sales or activity reports to measure productivity or goal achievement.
- Implemented successful business strategies to increase revenue and target new markets.
- Monitored progress by establishing plans, budgets and measuring results.
- Inspected installations for conformance to specifications as well as industry standards.
- Provided customers with information about tile care and maintenance procedures.
- Ensured that all customer requirements were met before leaving job site.
- Communicated effectively with clients regarding design plans prior to commencement of work.
- Cut tiles and marble to project specifications by using power wet saws and tile cutters.
- Documented daily activities and completed paperwork for each job.
- Identified materials and amount of labor required for project completion after reviewing blueprints.
- Used power tools and machinery properly to avoid job site accidents.
- Provided friendly and knowledgeable service to customers.
- Ordered flooring supplies and tiling equipment according to project requirements.
- Applied cement and arranged tiles according to design plans.
- Met with clients to discuss pricing, schedules and tiling needs and offered quotes for intended jobs.
- Completed post-installation inspections and processed work invoices.
- Determined best tile layout to achieve desired pattern and support timely project completion.
- Reviewed blueprints and work instructions to determine and execute requirements.
- Produced high-quality work with power and hand tools and accurate calculations of distances and surface areas.
- Created precise shapes in tile and stone to work around terrain, corners and obstacles.
- Placed and finished pre-cast units for residential and commercial customers.
- Assisted with the preparation of rental agreements, lease renewals and other documents related to property management.
- Conducted regular inspections of properties to identify any potential maintenance or repair issues.
- Established relationships with local businesses providing goods and services related to property management.
- Advised clients on best practices related to property management procedures.
- Maintained accurate records of rental payments, lease renewals, evictions, and other property management activities.
- Maintained accurate record of all transactions in the property management system.
- Resolved tenant complaints in a timely manner and documented all interactions in the property management software system.
- Performed minor repairs, such as replacing light bulbs, patching walls and repairing door hinges.
- Installed plumbing fixtures, including sinks, toilets, bathtubs and showers.
- Repaired or replaced broken windows and window locks.
- Measured and cut drywall for installation of new walls or repair of existing walls.
- Patched holes in ceilings and walls using spackling paste or joint compound.
- Installed tile backsplashes in kitchens and bathrooms to improve aesthetics.
- Repaired damaged doors by replacing hinges, locksets or frames when necessary.
- Painted interior rooms with desired colors according to customer specifications.
- Caulked cracks between baseboards and trim moldings to prevent dust accumulation.
- Tightened loose screws on railings, handles, hinges to restore structural integrity.
- Maintained maintenance schedules and completed timely repairs.
- Identified problems during daily work inspections and addressed concerns.
- Removed snow from sidewalks, driveways and parking areas.
- Operated hand tools and power tools to make minor maintenance repairs and maintain grounds and walks.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
- Notified management about necessary repairs or professional service needs for building operating systems.
- Performed tasks to maintain on-site physical security, safety and efficiency.
- Repaired minor carpentry, electrical and plumbing issues to return equipment to functionality.
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and performed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
- Followed correct procedures for handling, transporting and disposing of new and recycled materials.
- Replaced wall sockets, ran lines and completed basic carpentry to finish installations.
- Calculated required materials needed based on field measurements or work orders.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and provided effective solutions.
- Coordinated with management to prioritize maintenance tasks.
- Responded to emergency repair requests promptly to minimize downtime.
- Performed painting, carpentry, and masonry work to maintain building aesthetics.
- Updated maintenance records and logs to track repairs and costs.
- Managed inventory of maintenance supplies and equipment.
- Performed routine maintenance checks and repairs on building systems to ensure optimal operation.
- Provided excellent customer service when addressing tenant maintenance concerns.
- Adjusted and repaired building systems to improve efficiency and reduce energy costs.
- Inspected and replaced light fixtures and bulbs.
- Operated a variety of hand and power tools safely and efficiently.
- Implemented troubleshooting techniques to resolve issue.
- Implemented preventive maintenance practices and upheld equipment guidelines to avoid failures.
- Repaired machines, equipment or structures using tools or equipment.
- Ordered parts, supplies or equipment from catalogs or suppliers.
- Planned and laid out repair work using diagrams, drawings or schematic diagrams.
- Estimated costs to repair machinery, equipment or building structures.
Flooring Specialist
LaRosa Carpet
Endicott, NY
10.2017 - 12.2019
- Assessed and measured customer's flooring needs to determine appropriate materials.
- Removed existing floor coverings such as carpet, tile, vinyl., in preparation for installation of new floors.
- Installed various types of hardwood, laminate, ceramic tile, vinyl plank and other types of flooring.
- Utilized power tools including saws and sanders to complete project work.
- Completed all necessary repairs on subfloor surfaces prior to installation of new floors.
- Maintained a clean job site throughout the duration of each project.
- Inspected finished product for quality assurance purposes before finalizing the job with customers.
- Provided excellent customer service in order to ensure satisfaction with completed projects.
- Collaborated with other tradesmen on multi-trade jobsites when necessary.
- Adhered to safety protocols while working on job sites in order to prevent injury or property damage.
- Assisted in loading and unloading materials from delivery trucks at job sites.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and efficiently when they arise during a project.
- Reviewed blueprints and schematics in order to plan out efficient workflow processes prior to beginning a project.
- Walked through jobs sites after installation to identify errors and completed rework to correct problems.
- Created itemized, accurate paperwork detailing expected costs and timeframe for installation services.
- Furnished quality carpet and upholstery cleaning services to residential and commercial clients.
- Operated and maintained company vehicle, keeping accurate records of mileage and service calls.
- Handled consumer complaints related to carpets and upholstery to address concerns and answer questions.
Carpenter/Mason
McPherson Builders
Ithaca, NY
03.2014 - 10.2017
- Repaired or replaced damaged structures or components.
- Constructed forms for concrete pours in accordance with building codes.
- Operated power tools safely when performing carpentry tasks such as drilling holes into lumber pieces.
- Maintained a clean job site at all times by disposing of debris properly after each shift.
- Cut timber, panels and other wooden materials according to measured dimensions.
- 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.
- Promoted team safety by keeping work areas free of hazards.
- Cut and installed tile and hardwood flooring for residential and commercial buildings.
- Reviewed jobsite needs with foreman and coordinated construction.
- Anchored and braced forms to complete precise joining.
- Utilized various tools, equipment, materials and forming systems to complete construction tasks.
- Communicated with teammates and supervisors frequently to understand requirements and complete projects on time.
- Removed damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repaired or replaced using hand tools.
- Consistently constructed square and level projects.
- Anchored and braced forms and other structures in place using nails, bolts, anchor rods, steel cables, planks, wedges and timbers.
- Inspected tiles, wall coverings or woodwork for breakage or damage.
- Mixed mortar to the correct consistency for laying bricks or stones.
- Repaired damaged walls by replacing broken bricks or stones with new ones.
- Cut stone or brick into shapes required for specific jobs.
- Measured and marked surfaces to lay out work according to blueprints or drawings.
- Installed anchors in masonry walls to support pipes, conduits, door frames and other fixtures.
- Placed steel reinforcement bars in forms prior to pouring concrete footings and foundations.
- Created decorative designs such as arches and columns with brick, block and stone veneers.
- Sealed joints between bricks, blocks and stones using caulking compounds or grout.
- Checked vertical alignment of courses using plumb bobs, levels and string lines.
- Assembled scaffolding around buildings for access during construction projects.
- Constructed retaining walls to hold back soil behind them.
- Set tile into mortar beds for floors, patios, showers or countertops.
- Installed manufactured stone veneer products on interior or exterior walls.
- Cut and split bricks or other materials to fit written and illustrated dimensions.
- Prepared concrete by mixing water with cement, sand and gravel.
- Smoothed final surfaces by removing excess mortar and finishing joints.
- Formed edges and molded joints with edging tools and jointers.
- Moved bricks, tools and supplies with equipment such as forklifts and hand trucks.
- Configured expansion joints and edges with related tools.
- Caulked crevices in masonry work for weather-proof seal.
- Repaired or altered structural and superficial damage to various masonry work and surfaces.
- Readied work areas by clearing and smoothing surfaces and adjoining structures.
- Built bracing systems, forms and supports for pouring foundations and construction.
- Mixed mortar and grout and used to adhere building materials and create structures.
- Applied and smoothed mortar or other mixtures over work surface.
- Used trowel edges and hammers to break or cut brick and tiles to size.
- Broke or cut bricks, tiles and blocks to size, using trowel edge, hammer or power saw.
- Removed broken masonry and constructed replacement sections for walls and floors.
- Removed excess materials and smoothed surfaces to achieve desired finishes.
- Examined brickwork or structures to determine need for repair.
- Calculated mortar and brick quantity needed for job.
Education
Fire Police Certificate - Fire Protection And Safety Technology
Fire Police Academy
Montour Falls, NY01-2011
Building Construction For The Fire Serrvice - Fire Science
SUNY Broome Community College
Binghamton, NY05-2010
Occupational Health And Safety For Fire Service - Fire Science
SUNY Broome Community College
Binghamton, NY05-2010
High School Diploma -
Whitney Point Senior High School
Whitney Point, NY06-2008
Skills
- Worksite safety
- Concrete mixing
- Stone cutting
- Mortar mixing
- Bricklaying abilities
- Terrazzo Installation
- Concrete pathways
- Repair skills
Affiliations
- Coach for Youth Club Wrestling
- Runs a Horse farm
- Transporter for AKC world champion Dogs/puppies and AQHA Show Horses
- Father to two amazing Children
Languages
English
Professional
Accomplishments
- 5 year fire department achievement
- Dropped the Higgins and Wlech outsourcing to multiple subcontractors by 30% in the first month.
- Coached youth wrestlers to state qualifiers/finalist
Certification
- Fire one
- ohsa 10
- fire police
- scene support and operations
- fema emergency management operations course
- NYWAY Coaching Certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Mason Journeyman
BAC Local 3 Union
08.2022 - Current
Owner/Subcontractor
Red Beard LLC/ Higgins & Welch Real-Estate
01.2019 - Current
Flooring Specialist
LaRosa Carpet
10.2017 - 12.2019
Carpenter/Mason
McPherson Builders
03.2014 - 10.2017
- Fire one
- ohsa 10
- fire police
- scene support and operations
- fema emergency management operations course
- NYWAY Coaching Certification
Fire Police Certificate - Fire Protection And Safety Technology
Fire Police Academy
Building Construction For The Fire Serrvice - Fire Science
SUNY Broome Community College
Occupational Health And Safety For Fire Service - Fire Science
SUNY Broome Community College
High School Diploma -
Whitney Point Senior High School
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