Ernest Brown
Summary
Hardworking professional with several years of experience completing high-quality concrete projects. Practiced at preparing site, building forms and pouring concrete.
Hardworking Concrete Laborer with hands-on experience preparing and laying concrete materials. Skilled in interpreting blueprints, applying finishing techniques and leveling surfaces. Detailed and organized individual possessing deep knowledge of grading and site preparation and concrete finishing
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Concrete Finisher
T&e concrete services
Lincolnton, Nc
06.2022 - Current
- Finished concrete surfaces, enhancing smoothness and durability for long-lasting results.
- Operated power tools for mixing and pouring concrete efficiently.
- Prepared job sites by setting forms and leveling ground, ensuring accurate foundation for concrete work.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Operated heavy machinery for excavation and construction projects, facilitating efficient project completion.
Maintenance Technician
3 fish inc
Gastonia, North Carolina
11.2023 - 10.2024
- Conducted regular inspections of machinery and equipment for optimal performance.
- Performed routine maintenance tasks on HVAC systems and plumbing fixtures.
- Troubleshot electrical and mechanical issues to ensure safe operations.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules to reduce equipment downtime.
- Responded promptly to emergency breakdowns at any time during shift hours.
- Collaborated with team members to prioritize maintenance tasks effectively.
- Documented maintenance activities and repairs in compliance with company policies.
Concrete Finisher
D&m concrete
Mount Holly, North Carolina
01.2017 - 01.2021
- Finished concrete surfaces to enhance smoothness and durability for optimal performance.
- Leveled and smoothed freshly placed concrete with a straight edge or float.
- Finished surfaces by hand-troweling or machine-troweling for a smooth finish.
- Poured and leveled concrete into forms using pump hose to ensure consistent application.
- Operated power vibrators to compact concrete into place.
- Assisted in preparing job sites by setting forms and leveling ground.
- Constructed forms to create various concrete structures.
- Positioned wire mesh and rebar to reinforce concrete.
- Operated power tools for mixing and pouring concrete efficiently.
- Used numerous types of power tools and other equipment daily.
- Followed instructions given by supervisors regarding job requirements such as depth and width measurements.
- Cleaned work area at end of each shift, removing debris and unused material to maintain safety and organization.
Repossession Agent
Collateral recovery solutions
Burlington, North Carolina
03.2013 - 12.2016
- Conducted field visits to locate and secure repossessed vehicles, ensuring timely recovery and compliance with regulations.
- Coordinated with clients to arrange vehicle recovery appointments, enhancing client satisfaction and streamlining the recovery process.
- Maintained detailed records of all repossession activities and client interactions to support operational transparency and accountability.
- Followed legal guidelines during the repossession process to ensure compliance.
- Handled difficult situations involving angry debtors while maintaining professionalism.
- Inspected and evaluated collateral prior to repossession.
- Performed skip tracing to locate individuals and vehicles.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Red industries
Pineville, North Carolina
02.2011 - 01.2013
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Operated heavy machinery to complete excavation and construction projects efficiently.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
- Performed routine maintenance and inspections on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Collaborated with team members to develop and implement project workflows.
- Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
Education
Burns High School
Lawndale, NCSkills
- Concrete finishing
- Finishing techniques
- Stamped concrete
- Broom finishing
- Power trowel operation
- Bull floats
- Reinforcement placement
- Form construction
- Slab construction
- Site preparation
- Fine grading techniques
- Blueprint reading
- Construction project planning
- Equipment operation
- Hand tools operation
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
3 fish inc
11.2023 - 10.2024
Concrete Finisher
T&e concrete services
06.2022 - Current
Concrete Finisher
D&m concrete
01.2017 - 01.2021
Repossession Agent
Collateral recovery solutions
03.2013 - 12.2016
Heavy Equipment Operator
Red industries
02.2011 - 01.2013
Burns High School