George Sorapuru
New Orleans,La
Summary
Dynamic carpenter with extensive experience at WoodWard Design and Build, excelling in project management and blueprint interpretation. Proven ability to construct high-quality frameworks and maintain safety compliance. Strong leadership and analytical skills drive team efficiency and customer satisfaction, ensuring projects meet specifications and deadlines with precision.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Carpenter
WoodWard Design and Build
New Orleans, Louisiana
04.2025 - 03.2026
- Constructed frameworks for residential and commercial buildings using various materials.
- Operated power tools and machinery for precise shaping of wood and materials, ensuring quality craftsmanship.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to execute construction tasks accurately, contributing to successful project completion.
- Collaborated with project managers to deliver projects on time and adhere to specifications, enhancing project outcomes.
- Inspected structures for safety compliance and quality standards regularly.
- Maintained a clean worksite to ensure safety and efficiency throughout projects.
Assistant Supervisor
Tradesman International/Prow'ess
Macedonia, Ohio
04.2024 - 12.2024
- Assisted in managing daily operations and team workflow for construction projects.
- Delegated daily tasks to team members, improving overall team productivity.
- Facilitated communication between supervisors and tradespeople to ensure timely project updates.
- Monitored equipment usage and maintenance schedules, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Ensured safety regulations were followed at all times by employees.
- Maintained positive work ethic and commitment to providing excellent service to improve operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Organized project documentation and reports for accurate record-keeping and audits.
Journeyman Carpenter
Baker Gulf Coast International
Prairieville, Louisiana
03.2023 - 12.2024
- Constructed frameworks for residential and commercial buildings, ensuring structural integrity and compliance with codes.
- Installed doors, windows, and cabinetry with precision and attention to detail.
- Interpreted specifications, diagrams, and blueprints to identify optimal construction techniques.
- Collaborated with team members to address and resolve on-site construction challenges.
- Collaborated with project managers to ensure timely project completion.
Lead Carpenter
Barriere Construction Co
Baton Rouge, LA
09.2020 - 02.2021
- Constructed custom wall storage units for residential home offices, ensuring 100% customer satisfaction through tailored designs.
- Measured and cut timber and panels to precise dimensions for construction projects.
- Anchored and braced forms and structures to ensure precise joins and high-quality craftsmanship.
- Shaped materials to exact measurements for job requirements using hand tools and power equipment.
- Built farm structure on previously poured foundation.
- Safely used band, circular, jig, reciprocating, chop and compound miter saws.
- Enhanced team safety by maintaining hazard-free work areas, contributing to a secure work environment.
- Evaluated lumber for species, characteristics, size, and applications.
Carpenter Foreman
Group Contractors Inc.
Baton Rouge, LA
02.2019 - 09.2020
- Obtained specifications and directed work for multiple construction crews.
- Motivated and supported field workers, enhancing work quality and efficiency.
- Created team member schedules and delegated individual assignments for work crew.
- Allocated tasks to employees according to project needs and team member skills.
- Coordinated with managers, technical personnel, and team leaders to streamline site work and adhere to tight schedules.
- Analyzed job sites daily to mitigate risks for workers and visitors.
- Followed OSHA and corporate safety regulations to avoid on-the-job injuries and accidents.
- Complied with federal and company regulations to maintain a high level of safety at all job sites.
- Provided superintendent with project updates and estimated completion dates, highlighting any issues causing delays.
Rod Buster
CB&I Construction
Houston, TX
11.2017 - 04.2019
- Constructed and secured steel bars to reinforce concrete structures in buildings and bridges, contributing to structural integrity.
- Signaled crane operators in safe and accurate lifting and placing of reinforcing iron members and moved rebars manually into specific positions.
- Identified reinforcing rod quantities, sizes and locations from blueprints and informal instructions.
- Studied blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine the layout of work.
- Received structural steel and moved it to modular locations.
- Managed and tracked materials and supplies for projects, ensuring timely procurement to prevent delays.
- Determined safety risks associated with projects and implemented precautions to address risks.
- Collaborated with structural ironworkers, ornamental ironworkers, riggers, and machinery movers to ensure safe operations.
- Compiled and submitted detailed project reports and conducted visual inspections to ensure safety and quality standards were met.
Lead Carpenter
Durr Construction
Harahan, LA
06.2016 - 11.2017
- Promoted team safety by keeping work areas free of hazards.
- Planned work according to blueprints and project specifications, ensuring alignment with project goals.
- Shaped materials to exact measurements for job requirements using hand tools and power equipment.
- Cut timber, panels and other wooden materials according to measured dimensions.
- Safely used band, circular, jig, reciprocating, chop and compound miter saws.
- Consistently constructed square and level projects.
- Operated terrain telescoping forklift, backhoe, skid steer and tractor.
- Studied blueprints, drawings and specifications to determine the layout of work.
- Constructed and secured steel reinforcement for concrete structures, contributing to structural integrity of buildings and sidewalks.
- Assessed blueprints and specifications to determine all aspects of the project before work started.
- Mixed and poured concrete according to standard ratios.
- Reviewed blueprints and other drawings to identify correct grades.
- Constructed forms to create various concrete structures.
- Poured concrete into forms using pump hose and leveled.
- Finished surfaces through troweling, floating, and brushing to meet project specifications and enhance durability.
Carpenter
Cajun Constructors Inc.
Baton Rouge, LA
02.2014 - 07.2017
- Constructed structures on existing foundations to ensure stability and compliance with design specifications.
- Evaluated building specifications to accurately determine measurements and dimensions for project execution.
- Secured personal protective equipment to maintain safety standards on site.
- Safely used band, circular, jig, reciprocating, chop and compound miter saws.
- Contracted specialty subcontractors for special trade jobs or installations.
- Constructed projects with precision to ensure structural integrity.
Carpenter
GS Handymam and Repair. / Pressure washer Service.
New Orleans, LA
06.2013 - 02.2014
- Consulted blueprints and repair manuals to complete high-quality repairs and restore optimal functionality.
- Replaced wall sockets, ran lines and completed basic carpentry to finish installations.
- Evaluated systems in use to uncover problems, complete maintenance and recommend solutions.
- Pulled damaged and old carpet and wood flooring to eliminate issues such as mold and remove outdated styles.
- Repaired equipment and machinery, performing maintenance according to updated industry standards.
- Delivered detailed quotes to prospective customers for handyman jobs, ensuring transparency in materials, labor, and customization costs.
- Resolved electrical and plumbing issues efficiently to restore functionality in homes.
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on buildings and equipment using plumbing and electrical skills to keep all properties clean and safe.
- Maintained buildings and grounds for 10 units, coordinating maintenance activities around residents' schedules to minimize disruptions.
- Established a reputation for exceptional handyman services through commitment to craftsmanship and meticulous attention to detail.
- Helped homeowners with routine exterior cleaning as well as in-depth projects on patios, driveways and outdoor structures.
Education
High School Diploma -
F.T.Nicholls
New Orleans, LACombo Welding
ABC Welding School
Kenner, LASkills
- Strong analytical and communication skills
- Form systems knowledge
- OSHA training
- Flooring construction
- Project management
- Blueprint interpretation
- Basic electrical knowledge
- Leadership
- Maintenance & Repair
- Work ethic
- PPE use
- Project documentation management
- Attention to detail
Education and Training
other,other
Experience
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Timeline
Carpenter
WoodWard Design and Build
04.2025 - 03.2026
Assistant Supervisor
Tradesman International/Prow'ess
04.2024 - 12.2024
Journeyman Carpenter
Baker Gulf Coast International
03.2023 - 12.2024
Lead Carpenter
Barriere Construction Co
09.2020 - 02.2021
Carpenter Foreman
Group Contractors Inc.
02.2019 - 09.2020
Rod Buster
CB&I Construction
11.2017 - 04.2019
Lead Carpenter
Durr Construction
06.2016 - 11.2017
Carpenter
Cajun Constructors Inc.
02.2014 - 07.2017
Carpenter
GS Handymam and Repair. / Pressure washer Service.
06.2013 - 02.2014
High School Diploma -
F.T.Nicholls
Combo Welding
ABC Welding School