Gary Floch
Jamestown,PA
Summary
Quality-focused Carpenter committed to following safety code regulations. Timely and efficient working style takes difficult jobs through to completion within budget. Experienced in both residential and commercial construction.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Carpenter
Self-employeed
05.2012 - Current
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Coordinated movement of materials and equipment to job sites, verifying supply readiness prior to project start.
- Maintained contact with lumber companies and hardware dealers for material pricing.
- Inspected work performed by carpentry crews to check completion of job specifications.
- Assessed project size to prepare work orders and determine resources needed to complete jobs.
- Kept accurate records of materials used, employee timesheets, client issues and accident reports.
- Supported construction and extraction workers to facilitate timely completion of projects.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and other stakeholders.
- Sourced suppliers and purchased necessary materials for work.
- Performed troubleshooting on HVAC systems to determine root cause of issues.
- Conducted maintenance service on HVAC systems to increase life expectancy of equipment and prevent costly repair work.
- Filled out detailed work orders for each job completed.
- Installed electrical conduit and wiring for power, controls, and lighting.
- Tested wiring and other system parts for electrical flow and function.
- Installed electrical wiring through conduits and holes in both flooring and walls.
- Replaced faulty wiring, switches and circuit breakers to reduce fire risks, boost service capacity and increase versatility.
- Researched materials to determine appropriate selection for projects.
- Verified construction documentation to meet client requirements and vision.
- Filed construction permits to receive approval from local municipalities.
- Researched zoning laws and building codes to verify conformance with regulatory agencies.
- Prepared detailed fee estimates used to coordinate with architect-engineering firms for design services.
- Produced detailed drawings and specifications used by contractors and engineers to build projects.
- Measured and marked areas for deploying concrete.
- Applied sealers or waterproofing to concrete as required by project.
- Inspected concrete structures for complete fills, defects, or damage.
- Applied contraction, construction, or isolation joints in appropriate areas and situations.
- Mixed cement for standard, volumetric, or pervious concrete.
- Engaged with customers and subcontractors and provided timelines for project completion.
- Maintained, installed, repaired and altered piping systems, plumbing fixtures, traps and soil waste and vent pipes.
- Performed routine maintenance of plumbing systems in residential and commercial buildings.
- Executed plumbing services in tight quarters and easily bent, squatted, crawled, climbed and reached.
- Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
- Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
- Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.
- Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
- Set up appliances like water heaters, filters, and dishwashers with correct settings to maximize performance.
- Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
- Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures.
- Demonstrated skilled use and maintenance of landscape tools and equipment.
- Mowed lawns using self-propelled and riding mowers.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Maintained commercial and residential landscapes with comprehensive and diverse team.
- Edged and mowed lawns, flowerbeds and landscape features.
- Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications.
- Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
- Removed tree stumps, roots and debris for cohesive landscape appearance.
- Applied primers or sealers to prepare new surfaces such as bare wood or metal, for finish coats.
- Used sandpaper, scrapers, grinders, and steel wool to smooth surfaces.
- Used brushes, spray guns and paint rollers to paint surfaces.
- Completed interior and exterior painting for variety of residential and commercial clients.
- Installed drywall for residential and commercial projects with consistent attention to quality and safety.
- Removed and replaced damaged drywall to complete repair and restoration projects.
- Measured and marked cutting lines on drywall for lengths, heights and penetrations.
- Completed installation of drywall sheets on commercial and residential properties.
- Finished and trimmed drywall with professional-level quality.
Carpenter
Pitt University
05.2018 - 05.2019
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
- Measured materials to determine sizes and quantity required for construction project.
- Observed all OSHA and corporate safety regulations and procedures to prevent mishaps and injuries on job sites.
Carpenter
Wayne E. Erdice
04.2007 - 03.2012
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Cut, shaped and installed siding, roofing and framing to protect interior of properties from harsh weather conditions.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
- Inspected job sites to identify potential hazards and establish protection and safety standards.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize efficiency.
- Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
- Repaired damaged doors, windows and other structures.
- Installed insulation, trim and other finishing touches.
- Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
- Installed drywall, ceilings, trim and fabricated replacement trim and moldings.
- Measured, cut and installed drywall, paneling and other materials.
- Built and hung custom doors and frames.
- Specialized in foundations, framing and finish carpentry.
- Inspected buildings to identify repair needs.
- Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment.
- Prepared and placed concrete to create sidewalks, driveways, or patios.
- Shoveled materials such as dirt, gravel, and asphalt.
- Troweled and finished concrete to create textured or decorative surfaces.
- Installed forms for shaping, insulating, or creating decorative effects in concrete.
- Inspected concrete structures for complete fills, defects, or damage.
- Mixed cement for standard, volumetric, or pervious concrete.
- Estimated materials and labor costs for concrete projects to manage project budgets.
Carpenter
Floch Construction
05.2001 - 03.2007
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Maintained, installed, repaired and altered piping systems, plumbing fixtures, traps and soil waste and vent pipes.
- Mastered and adhered to plumbing codes, installation requirements and governmental regulations.
- Executed plumbing services in tight quarters and easily bent, squatted, crawled, climbed and reached.
- Installed electrical conduit and wiring for power, controls, and lighting.
- Tested wiring and other system parts for electrical flow and function.
- Installed electrical wiring through conduits and holes in both flooring and walls.
- Replaced faulty wiring, switches and circuit breakers to reduce fire risks, boost service capacity and increase versatility.
- Performed troubleshooting on HVAC systems to determine root cause of issues.
- Conducted maintenance service on HVAC systems to increase life expectancy of equipment and prevent costly repair work.
- Assembled and disassembled equipment to perform repairs and maintenance.
- Operated variety of tools and equipment to complete mechanical repairs.
Carpenter
Carpenters Union
06.1999 - 04.2001
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
- Repaired damaged doors, windows and other structures.
- Built and hung custom doors and frames.
- Observed all OSHA and corporate safety regulations and procedures.
Welder
Trinity Industries
02.1996 - 05.1999
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Inspected welds and checked critical measurements to meet specifications.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Jamestown Area High School
Jamestown, PA06.2005
Skills
- Welding and Electrical Knowledge
- Project Estimation and Bidding
- Inspection and Repair
- Decision-Making and Prioritization
- Basic Plumbing
- Deck Construction
- Blueprint Reading
- Cabinetry Installation
- Material Selection
- General Laborer
- Forming and Pouring
- Estimate Materials Requirements
- Calculations and Measurements
- Order Lumber
- Build Supports
- Schedule Crew
- Plaster and Seam Work
- Commercial Projects
- Subflooring Installation
- Exterior Painting
- Concrete Form Construction
- Hand Drywall
- Panel Building
- Physical Agility
- Stud Framing
- Cost Estimation
- Drywalling
- Troubleshooting
- Roofing Expertise
- Flooring Construction
- Basic Electrical Knowledge
- Time Management
- Exceptional Finish Carpentry Skills
- Basic Plumbing Knowledge
- Form Systems Knowledge
- Maintain Equipment
- Strong Analytical Skills
- Scaffolding Construction
- Drilling and Framing
- Woodworking Tools
Timeline
Carpenter
Pitt University
05.2018 - 05.2019
Carpenter
Self-employeed
05.2012 - Current
Carpenter
Wayne E. Erdice
04.2007 - 03.2012
Carpenter
Floch Construction
05.2001 - 03.2007
Carpenter
Carpenters Union
06.1999 - 04.2001
Welder
Trinity Industries
02.1996 - 05.1999
High School Diploma -
Jamestown Area High School
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