James Turrentine
Santa Rosa,CA
Summary
Knowledgeable leader with record of accomplishment on diverse construction projects. Translates directives of architects, constructions managers and clients into actionable on-site directives to consistently meet project demands. Expert in tackling problems head-on and maintaining strict standards.
Detail-oriented supervisor brings extensive construction background and specialized experience on challenging projects. Smoothly leads team members to meet goals, maximize performance and maintain important safety standards. Knowledgeable about applicable codes and industry best practices.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Field Supervisor
North Coast Tile & Stone
Santa Rosa, CA
08.2020 - Current
- Supervised and coordinated daily activities of field personnel to ensure efficient operations.
- Developed, implemented, and monitored safety policies and procedures for all field staff.
- Conducted regular meetings with field staff to review work performance, discuss issues, and identify training needs.
- Provided guidance to team members on job-related tasks, techniques, best practices.
- Ensured compliance with company policies and procedures as well as applicable laws and regulations.
- Monitored project progress against established timelines and budgets.
- Interpreted engineering drawings, specifications and standards related to projects.
- Resolved operational problems by analyzing data; identifying solutions; recommending corrective actions.
- Maintained accurate records of employee timecards, leave requests.
- Assigned duties to field personnel according to their qualifications or experience level.
- Reviewed reports from subordinate supervisors regarding the status of projects or other matters related to the field operations department.
- Performed maintenance checks on vehicles used by field personnel.
- Responded promptly to inquiries from customers regarding services provided by the company's field operations department.
Lead Installer
North Coast Tile & Stone
Santa Rosa, CA
10.2000 - 08.2020
- Measured and cut granite slabs to fit specific dimensions of countertops.
- Prepared and installed granite countertop components such as sinks, faucets, and cooktops.
- Determined the layout of the granite based on customer specifications.
- Set and leveled granite pieces in place using adhesives, sealants, and other materials.
- Fabricated custom-made pieces for special applications according to blueprints or drawings.
- Polished surfaces of newly installed granite countertops with grinders, sanders, polishers, buffers and other tools.
- Inspected finished products to ensure accuracy of installation.
- Repaired damaged or worn out surfaces by grinding, buffing, sealing or replacing sections as needed.
- Replaced defective parts or re-glued loose seams when necessary.
- Maintained a clean work area by sweeping up debris after each job.
- Applied protective treatments to prevent staining on countertops.
- Consulted with clients regarding design options for their projects.
- Provided technical advice and assistance to customers on how to care for their new installations.
- Performed preventive maintenance activities on equipment used in the installation process.
- Followed safety protocols while working around heavy machinery or sharp edges.
- Loaded and unloaded supplies from delivery trucks onto job sites safely.
- Utilized various hand tools such as chisels, hammers, drills, during installation process.
- Ensured that all measurements were precise before beginning any cutting procedures.
- Kept accurate records of time spent on each project for billing purposes.
- Communicated regularly with client throughout entire project timeline.
- Filled in chips and cracks in granite and polished surfaces.
- Provided every customer with best service and highest quality of work to promote satisfaction.
- Prepared locations for installations, cleaned materials and organized supplies for each step.
- Used equipment and power tools safely to avoid accidents and job site mishaps.
- Adhered to company standards and applicable code requirements for each assignment.
- Created straight, even and precise patterns using straightedges, levels and squares.
- Applied cement and arranged tiles according to design plans.
- Prepared tiling surfaces using waterproofing materials and lath.
- Completed post-installation inspections and processed work invoices.
- Used power tools and machinery properly to avoid job site accidents.
- Produced high-quality work with power and hand tools and accurate calculations of distances and surface areas.
- Reviewed blueprints and work instructions to determine and execute requirements.
- Utilized plywood and mortar to level different surfaces before laying marble and tile.
- Achieved professional finishes with expert polishing.
- Built and disassembled scaffolds, bracing and barricades.
- Documented daily activities and completed paperwork for each job.
Education
High School Diploma -
Piner High School
Santa Rosa, CASkills
- Schedule Development
- Work Order Review
- Operational Planning Expertise
- Operations Planning
- Technical Knowledge
- Schedule Coordination
- Project Monitoring
- Strategic Planning
- Site Management
- Progress Reporting
- Heavy lifting
- Site preparation
- Operations planning
- Schedule development
- Key relationship management
- Residential construction
- Decision-Making
- Dependable and Responsible
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
Always make a total effort, even when the odds are against you
Arnold Palmer
Timeline
Field Supervisor
North Coast Tile & Stone
08.2020 - Current
Lead Installer
North Coast Tile & Stone
10.2000 - 08.2020
High School Diploma -
Piner High School
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