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Education
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Certification
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Harry Russell

Harry Russell

Elmira ,Michigan

Summary

Dynamic finish carpenter with extensive experience at National Fixture Insulation, excelling in cabinetry and interior trim. Proven ability to lead teams and ensure safety while delivering high-quality results. Mastery of hand and power tools, combined with a keen eye for detail, drives successful project completions and client satisfaction.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Finish Carpenter

National Fixture Insulation
08.2022 - Current
  • Prepared project layout by studying detailed plans and sketches.
  • Collaborated with other carpenters, journeymen and supervisors to complete projects.
  • Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
  • Cut and shaped materials to meet outlined measurements.
  • Followed protocols and stayed organized to provide personal and teammate safety.
  • Installed insulation, trim and other finishing touches.
  • Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment.

Fixture/ Finish Carpenter

Midmich Builders
03.2015 - 06.2022
  • Followed strict adherence to safety protocols from job start to final clean up to prevent accidents and mishaps.
  • Prepared cost estimates for contractors and customers, staying within requested budgets.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and construction documents to determine project directives.
  • Assembled and installed furniture and cabinetry.
  • Measured, cut and installed drywall, paneling and other materials.
  • Installed drywall, ceilings, trim and fabricated replacement trim and moldings.
  • Dismantled and demolished areas prior to repairs and installment of new materials.
  • Used power tools and hand tools to install fixtures, floorings, trim and hardware, cutting materials to specified measurements.
  • Installed insulation, trim and other finishing touches.
  • Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment.

Foreman / Concrete

Foundation Systems of a Michigan
04.2011 - 01.2015
  • Measured precise amounts of concrete and verified levelness to improve quality of finished product.
  • Created specific finishes on poured concrete.
  • Supervised installation of electrical and plumbing systems.
  • Applied sealers or waterproofing to concrete as required by project.
  • Installed ventilation and other necessary products in homes, working in attics, basements and crawlspaces and achieving structural integrity in tight or hard-to-reach spaces.
  • Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
  • Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
  • Observed packing operations to verify conformance to specifications.
  • Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
  • Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.

Carpenter/ Labor

L & L Contractors
04.2002 - 10.2010
  • Examined wood, work areas, and supplies for defects and damage before completing projects.
  • Accurately and safely installed wall, roof and floor structures according to blueprints, customer requests, and available inventories.
  • Cut, measured and shaped wood after inspecting blueprints, build areas and work orders.
  • Used appropriate glues, adhesives and sealants for frames, correctly handling chemicals to minimize exposure.
  • Cut and joined wood, using precise measurements and proper techniques to create frames of different sizes
  • Inspected frames, identified issues such as warping, and implemented corrections.
  • Specialized in foundations, framing and finish carpentry.
  • Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
  • Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.

Education

No - Basics in General

Northern Michigan Community College
Petoskey, Michigan

Yes - Basics in General

Gaylord High School
Gaylord, MI
04.2001

Skills

  • Scissor lift operation
  • Hand tool mastery
  • Cabinetry
  • Hand and power tools
  • Layouts
  • Flooring construction
  • Interior trim

Certification

Osha 30

Pro CPR

Forklift

Timeline

Finish Carpenter

National Fixture Insulation
08.2022 - Current

Fixture/ Finish Carpenter

Midmich Builders
03.2015 - 06.2022

Foreman / Concrete

Foundation Systems of a Michigan
04.2011 - 01.2015

Carpenter/ Labor

L & L Contractors
04.2002 - 10.2010

No - Basics in General

Northern Michigan Community College

Yes - Basics in General

Gaylord High School