JEFFREY KAILI
Pearl City,HI
Summary
Highly trained Journeyman Carpenter offering excellent skills in managing teams, framing and wiring. Pursuing a similar position where an understanding of restoration services is highly sought.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Journeyman Carpenter
Utah Disaster Kleenup
09.2021 - 05.2025
- Read and interpreted work order, sketches and specifications to understand job.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Dismantled and demolished areas prior to repairs and installment of new materials.
- Installed and repaired woodwork, millwork and cabinetry.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Installed drywall, tape,mud and texture. install trim and fabricated replacement trim and moldings. and prime and paint or stain all finished work
- Repaired damaged doors, windows and other structures.
- Inspected buildings to identify repair needs.
- Specialized in foundations, framing and finish carpentry.
- Assist flood techs with removing damaged drywall, carpet and pads. and install containment barrier and setup equipment. on-call one week a month for emergency services board ups.
- Discarded debris and disposed waste to maintain cleanliness and quality standards.
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
Carpenter
Rubicon Contractors
03.2019 - 08.2021
- Demolition and gut old offices
- Rebuild and remodel offices, warehouses and basements
- Frame to finish all projects assigned
- Installed structures and fixtures such as windows, framing, flooring and trim
- Operated basic construction equipment such as forklifts and man-lifts
- Performed safe working practices and promoted safe working environment
- Selected materials and tools most suitable for job
- Operated company vehicle in compliance with Vehicle Responsibility Agreement
- Executed general carpentry work as skilled journeyman carpenter
- Maintained constant awareness of safety and accident prevention
Owner
Pono Property Solutions
04.2018 - 03.2019
- Maintained good housekeeping practices on equipment
- Observed safe working practices, including maintaining storage areas in safe condition
- Maintained operational functions of plant machinery and equipment, ensuring Safety and Quality
- Performed minor electrical, plumbing and mechanical work
- Selected proper cleaning solutions for various surfaces
- Performed some building maintenance and janitorial duties
- Performed minor repairs to doors, fixtures and furniture
- Participated in carpentry work and painting buildings, structures and fixtures
- Operated and maintained cleaning equipment in safe and proper manner
- Interacted with customers effectively in resolving routine problems
- Shampooed carpeted areas using carpet extraction machine
- Showed and created positive and professional working environment towards both customers and peers
- Created caring and comfortable atmosphere for customer
- Removed trash from trash container and places into dumpsters
Carpenter
All American Home Repair
01.2019 - 03.2019
- Performed safe working practices and promoted safe working environment
- Drywall repair and installation including tape, mud and texture
- Finish basement framing
Laborer
Precision Laser Processing
06.2018 - 01.2019
- Practiced safe work habits and followed company and industry policies, procedures and regulations
- Performed general manual labor including loading, unloading, lifting and moving supplies and materials
- Maintained cleanliness of buildings, comfort facilities, pavilions and outdoor recreational areas
- Transported trash and debris away from production areas
- Interacted with crew members in team environment, as well as with supervisor
- Swept and organized all supply and warehouse areas
- Worked accurately with numbers and performed simple mathematical calculations
- Followed, consistently, safety procedures and utilize appropriate safety equipment
Owner
Heaven Sent Services (Cleaning & Repairs)
08.2006 - 04.2017
- Created caring and comfortable atmosphere for customer
- Adapted to changing work requirements and priorities
- Shampooed carpeted areas using carpet extraction machine
- Worked effectively in team environment and independently
- Performed tasks in both group and individual environments
- Cleaned any bio hazardous materials when it occurs
- Connected with Customer, welcome and engaged with genuine warmth and interest
- Estimated cost, price accordingly to competitive landscape
- Established and maintained relationship of mutual respect, acceptance and trust
- Operated and maintained cleaning equipment in safe and proper manner
- Maintained clean and orderly cleaning cart and janitor closet
- Fostered life-long emotional connections with customers by clienteling
- Removed trash from trash container and places into dumpsters
- Reviewed daily duties and responsibilities for each location after each shift
- Interacted with customers effectively in resolving routine problems
- Performed cleaning applying agents and operating light equipment
- Sustained proficiency through continuous education and trainings
Technician
SDV Telecommunications
04.2005 - 07.2007
- Interacted with coworkers and clients in courteous and professional manner
- Installed termination blocks, patch panels and station hardware
- Performed cabling and wiring installation for phones
- Maintained positive, professional interaction with team members
- Terminated cable on cross connects, hubs and routers
- Performed minor adjustments, setups and changeovers
- Worked both independently with little direction and as team player
- Observed all prescribed safety rules and regulations
- Adapted to various situations and adjusted to shifting priorities
- Read technical manuals and brochures to determine equipment which met establishment requirements
- Removed all trash and scrap metal to proper containers
- Loaded and unloaded all assigned company vehicles daily
- Prided in delivering flawless service to customers
- Worked and maintained professional composure while under stress and pressure
- Worked accurately with numbers and performed simple mathematical calculations
- Resolved production problems to meet specifications and troubleshoot equipment
Technician
Henkels and McCoy
02.2005 - 04.2005
- Work with Oceanic Cable to assist installing and terminating coax cabling for TV, internet and VoIP activation
- Perform various tasks necessary to install telecommunications cabling for unclassified networks and telephone systems
Technician II
Computer Science Corp
10.2001 - 02.2005
- Installed, terminated, certified, Fiber optics incl Cat 5-6 shielded cable termination and user hook up
- Installed protective wire distribution and conduit installation
- Built and installed RS-530 and RS-449 EIA connectors for TI Modular Mud 6, Crypto: Kiv 7, and Cisco router 2600
- Installed, tested and repaired communication circuits and maintenance of three separate Video Teleconferencing (VTC) studios
- Built and installed Fiber optic cables, Audio cables, RCA cables and B and C connectors for MAV 1616 A/V Switch, RGBGV Audio switch 16x16, Meridian Rx/Tx, Smart board, Scan Converter
- Installed Theater Battle Management Core System (TBMCS)-classified sipernet lines, for Guam-Anderson AFB, Honolulu-Hickam AFB, Florida-Eglin AFB, Oklahoma-Thinkers AFB and Las Vegas-Nellis AFB
Carpenter
Public Works Center (PWC)
09.1997 - 09.2001
- Perform various tasks necessary to construct, install, alter, maintain, repair and renovate various wooden structures, buildings, fence, sliding doors, bulletin boards, louvers and wall panels from a variety of materials such as wood, and wood substitutes
- Build forms for curbs, slabs, footings, sidewalks, manholes, pull boxes, catch basins, antenna foundations and various other formworks
- Work from blueprints, sketches and drawings as well as verbal and written descriptions to lay out and complete work
- Repair, renovate and alteration of building and structures
- Prepare and re roof using various materials incl wood, torch on brie, thick-butt shingles, shakes, hydrostop and 90 pound mineral roll
- Hang doors and drywall
- Frame for remodeling, install baseboards and trim
- Install wood and vinyl fencing
- Install insulation, felt fiberglass board and perform miscellaneous carpentry work in connection with the work of other trades
- Assist electricians, plumbers, masons, painters, roofers and sheet metal workers in various tasks
Carpenter
Ching Construction
03.1996 - 09.1997
- Work from blueprints, drawings, specifications, and sketches, layout, fabricate and install framing wood and metal structures
- Install drop-ceilings, cabinets, countertops, trims, moldings, radius crown moldings, drywall, doors and windows, pre-fabricate partitions and shelves
- Build and install cabinets and showcases out of wood with Plexiglass and /or glass
- Pre-fabricate and install radius beams and custom wooden steps
- Planned projects by identifying necessary equipment, tools, and required assistance.
- Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
Journeyman Carpenter
Lindellman Construction
12.1995 - 12.1996
- Layout and build forms for concrete roofs, walls, stairs, slabs, and foundations
- Build frames for walls, stairs, floors, joists, roof trusses and decking
- Perform finish carpentry, including building and installing frames for windows and doors
- Hang doors and windows
- Install trims, molding, baseboards, decorative paneling and shelves
- Build and laminate cabinets, drawers and countertops
- Install hardware, such as deadbolt locks, doorknobs, door closers, hinges, panic bars, etc
- Install drywall, mud, tape, and texture drywall
- Paint the interior and exterior of building
- Install bullet proof glass and boards
Journeyman Carpenter
Area Builders
08.1984 - 11.1996
- Work from blueprints, drawings, specifications and sketches
- Layout, fabricate and install framing wood and metal structures
- Install drop-ceiling cabinets, countertops, trims, moldings, drywall, doors, windows, pre-fabricate partitions and shelves
- Build forms for concrete slabs, sidewalks, stairs and second-story floors
- Prepare surface for painting, use spackling, caulking or wood filler to fill holes and cracks
- Paint interior and exterior of building
- Stain and varnish door, cabinets, etc
- Perform plumbing tasks including rough in of sewer and water pipes and installation of plumbing fixtures
- Perform electrical tasks including rough in of electrical wires and boxes
- Installation of fixtures, plugs, switches and phone lines
- Install roofing material and procedures including shingles, shakes, hydrostop, aluminum toe-tongue and brie
- Perform sheet metal tasks to incl fabrication of metal, lead or aluminum for flashing used in roofing or siding
- Perform masonry tasks to incl laying rebar and tie steel, pouring and finishing concrete slabs, sidewalks and footings
- Erection of CMU block and moss rock walls
Education
High School Diploma - Masonry, Auto Mechanic
Hawaii Job Corps
05.1981
Skills
- Masonry
- Residential projects
- Repair work
- Installation
- Blueprints and specifications
- Hand and power tools
- Power tool operation
- Materials ordering
- Scaffolding setup
- Special projects
- Carpentry
- Heavy lifting
- Flooring construction
- Project management
- Basic plumbing
- Safety guidelines adherence
- Strong problem solving
- Hand tool proficiency
- Cabinetry
Certification
OSHA 10 certification, UDK- 2023
3M volition certified, CSC- 2004
Respirator Training, PWC-1997-2001 (Annually)
Fall Protection, PWC- 1997
Masonry, Job Corps- 1981
Auto Mechanics, Job Corps-1981
Timeline
Journeyman Carpenter
Utah Disaster Kleenup
09.2021 - 05.2025
Carpenter
Rubicon Contractors
03.2019 - 08.2021
Carpenter
All American Home Repair
01.2019 - 03.2019
Laborer
Precision Laser Processing
06.2018 - 01.2019
Owner
Pono Property Solutions
04.2018 - 03.2019
Owner
Heaven Sent Services (Cleaning & Repairs)
08.2006 - 04.2017
Technician
SDV Telecommunications
04.2005 - 07.2007
Technician
Henkels and McCoy
02.2005 - 04.2005
Technician II
Computer Science Corp
10.2001 - 02.2005
Carpenter
Public Works Center (PWC)
09.1997 - 09.2001
Carpenter
Ching Construction
03.1996 - 09.1997
Journeyman Carpenter
Lindellman Construction
12.1995 - 12.1996
Journeyman Carpenter
Area Builders
08.1984 - 11.1996
High School Diploma - Masonry, Auto Mechanic
Hawaii Job Corps
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