Fernando Olivares
Fresno,CA
Summary
Skilled Roofing Foreman with comprehensive knowledge in construction and repair of different roofing systems. Demonstrated ability to lead teams, ensuring work is completed on time and within budget while adhering to safety protocols. Proven skills in project management, team leadership, and customer service. Previous roles have resulted in improved efficiency and cost savings through innovative problem-solving and strategic planning.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Roofing Foreman
Valley view roofing
Fresno, California
11.2022 - 08.2024
- Participated in weekly meetings with management staff to discuss upcoming projects.
- Investigated customer complaints related to roofing services provided by the company.
- Organized materials, tools, and equipment needed for each job.
- Prepared estimates for prospective customers based on measurements taken at site visits.
- Inspected roofs for safety and damage issues and recommended solutions.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for materials needed for projects.
- Maintained accurate inventory records of supplies used on jobsites.
- Monitored weather conditions to ensure safe working environment for crew members.
- Performed regular maintenance checks on tools and equipment utilized by the crew.
- Supervised a team of roofers to ensure quality work was completed on time.
- Communicated with clients regarding their concerns or questions about the project.
- Promoted effective communication with workers, providing direction on roof repairs and installations.
- Assigned each employee his or her daily tasks, making sure roofing projects met deadlines and quality assurance guidelines.
- Resolved both technical and contractual issues.
- Ensured all workers followed company safety protocols during jobs.
- Installed flashing around chimneys, vents, and skylights according to specifications.
- Climbed onto rooftops using appropriate safety equipment like harnesses and ropes.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with clients.
- Repaired existing roofs by replacing damaged or worn shingles, shakes or tiles.
- Assisted skilled workers in performing more complex tasks such as installing sheet metal flashings.
- Operated power tools such as drills and saws safely according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Loaded roofing materials onto the truck and unloaded them at the job site.
- Sealed seams with asphalt-saturated felt strips or cement mastic for protection against moisture.
- Used ladders properly when accessing rooftops for repairs or installations.
- Followed all OSHA safety regulations related to roofing activities.
- Performed skilled and semi-skilled repairs to existing roofs, including shingle replacement.
- Participated in all phases and types of commercial roofing.
- Cut roofing paper to size and nailed and stapled paper to roof in overlapping strips to form base for roofing materials.
- Diagnosed and identified sources of leaks, developing plans for repairs from total tear-offs to patchwork.
- Followed manufacturer specifications to remove old roofing materials and install new roofs.
- Applied plastic coatings and membranes, fiberglass or felt over sloped roofs to prepare for shingle installation.
- Added vapor barriers or insulating materials on flat roofs.
- Performed minor repairs on gutters and downspouts when needed.
- Operated power tools such as saws, drills, and nail guns safely and efficiently.
- Installed asphalt shingles, metal roofs, and other types of roofing products.
- Installed flashings around chimneys, skylights, dormers, ridges, valleys, walls, vents and other protrusions in order to prevent water leakage into the building's interior space.
- Sealed exposed nails with caulking or sealant after completing work on each section of the roof.
- Verified measurements with a tape measure before cutting materials to size.
- Inspected roofing materials for defects and damages.
- Removed old roof coverings prior to installation of new ones.
- Repaired and replaced roof membrane, sub roofing, sheathing and base materials.
- Repaired and maintained surface materials to make building exteriors weatherproof and waterproof.
- Covered roofs and exterior walls of structures with slate, asphalt, and aluminum with brushes and knives.
- Set up ladders or scaffolding to safely access roof.
Education
High School Diploma -
Central High School
Fresno, California05-1998
Skills
- Task Delegation
- Company safety policies
- Roof Installation
- Materials Management
- Commercial roofing systems
- Shingles expertise
- Debris Removal
- Skylight Installation
- Thermoplastic polyolefin (TPO) roofing
- Single-ply roofing
- Power Tool Operation
- EPDM roofing systems
- Able to lift over 50 pounds
- Rough carpentry framing
- Customer communications
- Sheet metal roofing
- Team Player
- Commercial construction experience
- Quick Learner
- Forklift Operations
- Structural repair
- Waterproofing techniques
- Maintenance and repairs
- Installation
- Power Tools Operation
- Measuring skills
- Leak detection
- Roofing material knowledge
- Clean Driving Record
- HVAC Systems
Timeline
Roofing Foreman
Valley view roofing
11.2022 - 08.2024
High School Diploma -
Central High School
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimeWork Location
On-SiteImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balance401k matchPaid time offHealthcare benefitsFlexible work hoursCompany CultureAccomplishments
- Achieved [Result] by completing [Task] with accuracy and efficiency.
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