Jacob Lewis
Montrose,CO
Summary
Dynamic Concrete Finisher with extensive experience at OEC Construction LLC, recognized for delivering high-quality surfaces and optimizing material usage. Proficient in concrete curing and finishing techniques, I excel in maintaining safety standards while fostering teamwork. My commitment to excellence has consistently enhanced project outcomes and client satisfaction.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Concrete Finisher
OEC Construction LLC
05.2023 - Current
- Operated finishing equipment to smooth concrete surfaces and create precise textures.
- Helped set forms and place concrete while following quality standards and project specifications.
- Worked with crew members to keep work areas safe and construction tasks moving efficiently.
- Applied sealers and curing compounds to support durable finished concrete surfaces.
Concrete Finisher
Bernhart Construction
01.2019 - 02.2021
- Operated finishing equipment to smooth concrete surfaces and create precise textures.
- Helped set forms and place concrete while following quality standards and project specifications.
- Worked with crew members to keep work areas safe and construction tasks moving efficiently.
- Applied sealers and curing compounds to support durable finished concrete surfaces.
Skid Steer Operator
Able Excavation
12.2022 - 06.2023
- Operated skid steer to perform excavation tasks safely and efficiently.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Assisted in site preparation by grading and leveling terrain using skid steer.
- Collaborated with team members to execute project plans and timelines effectively.
- Oversaw daily operations of skid steer, enhancing workflow efficiency across projects.
- Completed projects in a timely manner with precise execution of excavation, grading, and leveling tasks.
Concrete Finisher
Stella Concrete
04.2021 - 04.2022
- Monitored consistency of concrete mixtures, adjusting as necessary for optimal results.
- Trained junior finishers in techniques for effective surface finishing and tool usage.
- Oversaw workflow processes, optimizing material usage while minimizing waste on job sites.
- Implemented safety protocols, reducing incidents and promoting a culture of safety among crew members.
- Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
- Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth transitions between different phases of the concrete placement process.
- Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
- Shoveled materials such as dirt, gravel, and asphalt.
- Wore correct clothing and protective equipment for jobs.
- Upheld company reputation for excellence in the field through consistent delivery of high-quality finished surfaces that met or exceeded client expectations.
Concrete Finisher
Red White and Blue LLC
04.2021 - 12.2021
- Contributed to aesthetic quality of projects by creating decorative textures in concrete surfaces.
- Ensured uniformity and quality of surface finish by selecting appropriate tools and methods for each project.
- Maintained safe work environments, adhering strictly to safety protocols and using personal protective equipment.
- Achieved smooth finishes by operating power vibrator to compact concrete.
- Achieved cost savings through effective reuse and maintenance of finishing tools and equipment.
- Monitored concrete as it was poured, spread, and leveled, adjusting work for weather conditions.
- Improved structural integrity with application of hardening and sealing compounds to cure surfaces.
- Prepared and placed concrete to create sidewalks, driveways, or patios.
- Measured and marked areas for deploying concrete.
- Reviewed all project documentation and blueprints to prioritize and schedule job tasks.
Concrete Finisher
Ridgeway Valley
05.2020 - 04.2021
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth transitions between different phases of the concrete placement process.
- Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
- Shoveled materials such as dirt, gravel, and asphalt.
- Wore correct clothing and protective equipment for jobs.
- Upheld company reputation for excellence in the field through consistent delivery of high-quality finished surfaces that met or exceeded client expectations.
- Maintained safe work environments, adhering strictly to safety protocols and using personal protective equipment.
Education
GED -
Montrose Highschool
Montrose, COSkills
- Concrete finishing
- Worksite safety
- Float finishing
- Bull floats
- Hand tool operation
- Foundation work
- Finishing techniques
- Screed usage
- Power tool operation
- Commercial construction experience
- Concrete repair
- Hand troweling
- Broom finishing
- Power trowel operation
- Sidewalk construction
- Cement and pavement
- Form setting
- Stamped concrete
- Joint cutting
- Concrete curing
- Polished concrete
- Forklift operation
- Jointers and edgers
- Trowel machinery
- Power saws
- Slab construction
- Leveling proficiency
- Site preparation
- Stained concrete
- Defect correction
- Pitch and depth correction
- Retaining walls
- Countertop construction
- Rebar installation
- Concrete pouring
- Hand tools operation
- Concrete, grout, and slurry mixing
- Building and construction
- Decision-making
- Anchor bolt installation
- Critical thinking
- Physical strength
- Mixing machine operation
- Truss screeds
- Waterproofing
Timeline
Concrete Finisher
OEC Construction LLC
05.2023 - Current
Skid Steer Operator
Able Excavation
12.2022 - 06.2023
Concrete Finisher
Stella Concrete
04.2021 - 04.2022
Concrete Finisher
Red White and Blue LLC
04.2021 - 12.2021
Concrete Finisher
Ridgeway Valley
05.2020 - 04.2021
Concrete Finisher
Bernhart Construction
01.2019 - 02.2021
GED -
Montrose Highschool