Garrett Hellewell
Stevensville,MT
Summary
Seasoned Framing Contractor with in-depth knowledge of construction principles, building codes and blueprint interpretation. Skilled in project management and team leadership, with the ability to deliver high-quality projects on time. Proven track record of implementing cost-saving measures while maintaining workmanship standards. Committed to fostering client relationships through delivering exceptional results and demonstrating unwavering reliability.
Capable professional with outstanding background in applying a strong work ethic to perform daily construction duties. Intelligent in planning tasks by performing simple and complex calculations. Safety-minded in following procedures, maintaining organized workspaces and using tools properly.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
2017
2017
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Framing Contractor
Hellewell Construction
Stevensville, Montana
01.2025 - Current
- Working as a subcontractor for a friend, doing framing, remodel, and interior finish work.
- Learned how to finish log homes: sanding, staining, chinking interior and exterior
Handcrafter
Montana Custom Log Homes Inc.
Victor, Montana
03.2024 - 11.2024
- I was trained to read building plans and to craft logs to those specifications, getting the log package ready to ship on time.
- Travel to the build site and stack the logs properly according to plans, drilling out for electrical where needed.
- Maintain log yard cleanliness, as well as maintain fork lifts and log loaders and keeping them in safe, working order.
- Earned my forklift certification through this job.
- Learned how to safely run a chainsaw as well as scribe logs together and other more advanced woodworking techniques
Laborer
Montana Caliber Remodel & Construction
Stevensville, MT
05.2022 - 12.2023
- I began working on residential and bathroom remodels and gained skills by doing drywall, vinyl flooring, tiling, paint, texture, trim, cabinet installation, pick-up framing, etc.
- After about a year I moved over to the framing crew and learned residential framing skills. I was involved in framing single family homes, multi-family homes and pole barns in the Helena Valley for about a year before I moved to the Bitterroot Valley. I was also involved in a SIP (Structurally Insulated Panel) build on Canyon Ferry Lake in Helena.
- I was also involved with a 3D-printed concrete home in Helena for a short period of time. ‘Mudbots’ 3D concrete printer
Assistant Manager
Papa Murphy’s Pizza
Stevensville, MT
09.2017 - 05.2022
- Organized training sessions for new hires to familiarize them with the workplace environment.
- Supervised daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning duties.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of company products and services.
- Resolved conflicts between team members in an effective manner.
- Developed a system for tracking inventory and ordering supplies as needed.
- Communicated regularly with customers to gain insights into their needs.
Education
Associate of Science - Wildlife Biology
Helena College
Helena, MT 09.2018 - 03.2020
Chaparral Highschool (now Called Legacy Highschool)
Ojai, CASkills
- Framing techniques
- Building code knowledge
- Blueprint reading
- Woodworking techniques
- Forklift operation
- Project coordination
- Safety compliance
- Quality assurance
- Inventory management
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Team leadership
- Conflict resolution
- Customer service
- Detail orientation
- Window installation
- Wall construction
- Roof assembly
- Scaffold setup
- Material estimation
- Hand tool proficiency
- Structural framing
- Power tool operation
- Floor installation
- Truss setting
- Layout planning
- Door installation
- Building codes compliance
- Finish carpentry
- Surface sanding
- Demolition and cleanup
- Rigging equipment
- Residential and commercial renovations
- Drywall installation
- Flooring construction
- General laborer
- Building code compliance
- Subflooring installation
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking and prioritization
- Strong analytical and communication skills
- Multitasking
- Commercial and residential jobs
- Woodwork restoration
- Carpentry and woodworking
- Lifts up to [number] pounds
- Measurements and calculations
- Decision-making
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Deck building
- Reliable and punctual
- Self motivation
- Hardware installation
- Surface finishing
Certification
- Forklift certification
- ICEC
- Insurance covering framing and flooring
Affiliations
- Fly fishing, hunting, skateboarding, snowboarding, disc golf, hiking, camping, swimming, traveling, sight-seeing
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Framing Contractor
Hellewell Construction
01.2025 - Current
Handcrafter
Montana Custom Log Homes Inc.
03.2024 - 11.2024
Laborer
Montana Caliber Remodel & Construction
05.2022 - 12.2023
Associate of Science - Wildlife Biology
Helena College
09.2018 - 03.2020
Assistant Manager
Papa Murphy’s Pizza
09.2017 - 05.2022
Chaparral Highschool (now Called Legacy Highschool)