Donald Colwell
Delton,MI
Summary
Meticulous Tile Setter skilled in blueprint and specification reading. Offering a solid work ethic and expertise in cutting and laying both marble and tile. Certification in Schluter System and Asbestos safety. Pursuing a challenging role where precision and a dedicated work ethic will be highly appreciated.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Tile Installer
Western Michigan University
Kalamazoo, MI
04.2011 - Current
- Used spacers between tiles and marble to align distance before grout application.
- Documented daily activities and completed paperwork for each job.
- Used power tools and machinery properly to avoid job site accidents.
- Cut tiles and marble to project specifications by using power wet saws and tile cutters.
- Utilized plywood and mortar to level different surfaces before laying marble and tile.
- Adhered to safety practices in all areas, including lifting, driving and equipment usage.
- Identified materials and amount of labor required for project completion after reviewing blueprints.
- Built and disassembled scaffolds, bracing and barricades.
Flooring Contractor
Self Employed
Kalamazoo, MI
01.1987 - 03.2011
- Cut and trimmed flooring to suit specified area, including doorways and openings, projections and wall edges.
- Removed excess cement and flooring materials to form tight joints and attractive finishes.
- Identified customer needs to deliver relevant product solutions and promotions and meet target budgets.
- Rolled and pressed sheet wall and floor coverings onto cement bases to produce smooth and finished surfaces.
- Performed quality installations quickly and accurately while adhering to highest standards in customer service.
- Applied waterproofing compounds and filled cracks with materials such as plaster, putty or grouting.
- Formed smooth flooring foundations by installing plywood or Masonite over support structures.
- Planned work based on blueprints and individual project specifications.
- Cut and installed tile and hardwood flooring for residential and commercial buildings.
- Contracted specialty sub-contractors for special trade jobs or installations.
Education
Certification in Schluter Systems
Schluter System Certification
Acme, MI05.2017
Asbestos Certification
Asbestos Safety Training
02.2014
Skills
- Marble and tile cutting
- Adhesive and grouting
- Tile application
- Blueprint reading
- Problem assessment and resolution
- Multitasking
- Supervision
- Mortar mixing
- Maintenance & Repair
- Work ethic
- Safe driving history
- Safety protocol knowledge
- Residential and commercial applications
- Project planning
Timeline
Tile Installer
Western Michigan University
04.2011 - Current
Flooring Contractor
Self Employed
01.1987 - 03.2011
Certification in Schluter Systems
Schluter System Certification
Asbestos Certification
Asbestos Safety Training
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