Xylar Newman- Matutino
Waianae,HI
Summary
Dependable and motivated apprentice seeking employment in the construction field to gain hands-on experience. Outgoing and friendly with strong drive to succeed.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Trim Specialist
Younger Brothers Door & Trim
Maricopa, AZ
12.2023 - Current
- Measured, cut and installed baseboards, casing, crown moldings and other trim elements.
- Installed window sills, headers, door frames and jambs to specifications.
- Installed interior doors using shims to level them properly.
- Utilized hand tools such as saws, planes, chisels and routers to shape wood materials according to project requirements.
- Removed existing trim elements prior to remodeling projects while protecting adjacent surfaces from damage.
- Inspected jobsites prior to beginning work in order to assess the scope of the project and determine necessary materials needed for completion.
- Maintained cleanliness of job sites throughout the duration of projects.
- Adhered closely to safety regulations when operating power tools.
- Installed and finished wood trim, doors and cabinets for new construction and renovation projects.
Laborer
Chief Builders
Waianae, HI
12.2022 - 12.2023
- Cut and shaped material to specified measurements using hand tools such as saws, chisels, planes, and drills.
- Installed cabinets, doors frames, windows frames, baseboards and other fixtures according to specifications.
- Performed rough framing tasks such as laying out walls or installing studs in preparation for drywall installation.
- Transported tools and supplies from one job site to another using company vehicle.
- Used ladders safely when accessing hard-to-reach areas during installations.
- Worked with supervisor in order to learn proper techniques for various carpentry tasks.
- Cleaned job sites daily after completion of each task ensuring no debris was left behind.
- Cut materials on job site to prepare for installation.
- Completed hands-on training with skilled carpenters, resulting in woodwork proficiency with equipment.
- Installed, assembled and repaired woodwork, millwork, cabinetry and trim under supervision of master carpenter.
- Assisted journeyman carpenters in installing fixtures and fittings.
Warehouse Worker
Triple R Recycling
Kapolei, HI
06.2022 - 12.2023
- Sorted recycled and recyclable materials into various areas for further processing, transportation or repurposing.
- Cleaned recycling yard by sweeping, raking and picking up broken glass and loose paper debris.
- Instructed general public on where to put drop-offs based on observable quality and types of materials identified.
- Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
- Loaded and unloaded product from flat beds and box trailers.
- Lifted materials of varied weights on regular basis.
- Unloaded incoming products off trucks, sorted items in staging area and transported items to final storage locations.
- Adjusted conveyor belt if required.
- Performed regular and emergency maintenance on various types of sorting machines to maintain optimal safety and performance.
- Picked up warehouse debris and deposited waste into appropriate piles and stacked baled trash.
- Moved levers and controls that operate lifting devices to load, unload, transport and stack material
- Collaborated in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
Restaurant Team Member
The Beach House by 604
Waianae, HI
02.2019 - 06.2022
- Went above and beyond expectations by helping with various tasks to support teammates and provide customer service.
- Followed restaurant guidelines in regards to food safety and hygiene to prevent illness.
- Stocked condiments, toppings and other food items during slow hours to avoid dashing to kitchen during peak times.
- Navigated job responsibilities and completed regular tasks by interacting effectively with other employees.
- Cleaned counters and common areas to minimize spread of germs.
- Refreshed inventory supplies for drink and napkin stations.
- Developed rapport with guests and assisted in generating repeat business by providing exceptional customer service.
- Completed cleaning duties by sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet and tidying up server stations.
- Provided exceptional service to high volume of daily customers.
- Satisfied customers by topping off drinks and offering condiments, napkins and other items.
- Communicated with hosts, bussers and kitchen staff to prepare for and serve customers.
- Arranged place settings with clean tablecloths, napkins and tableware to prepare for incoming guests.
- Checked with customers to determine satisfaction with meals, promptly taking action to correct problems.
- Presented menus to patrons to answer questions about offered items and make suitable recommendations.
- Washed dishes and disposed of trash in designated receptacles.
- Went above and beyond expectations by helping with various tasks to support teammates and provide customer service.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hawaii Youth Challenge Academy
Barbers Point, HI11.2022
Waianae High School
Waianae, HISkills
- Facilities maintenance
- Maintenance and repair
- Forklifts
- Materials handling and transport
- Microsoft Word
- Inventory organization
Timeline
Trim Specialist
Younger Brothers Door & Trim
12.2023 - Current
Laborer
Chief Builders
12.2022 - 12.2023
Warehouse Worker
Triple R Recycling
06.2022 - 12.2023
Restaurant Team Member
The Beach House by 604
02.2019 - 06.2022
High School Diploma -
Hawaii Youth Challenge Academy
Waianae High School
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