Jerek Dowell
Clifton,CO
Summary
Adept at transforming visions into reality, I honed my expertise in concrete finishing and teamwork at Con Sy Inc. My proficiency in heavy equipment operation and my ability to foster collaboration have significantly enhanced project efficiency, ensuring timely completion with a focus on safety and quality.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Concrete Laborer
RE Concrete
Grand Junction, CO
06.2023 - 08.2024
- Utilized wheelbarrows, shovels and other tools to move, spread and level concrete.
- Leveled, smoothed, and finished surfaces of poured concrete for construction projects.
- Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
- Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
- Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
- Participated in concrete pouring and finishing, expertly managing application of sealers and curing compounds.
- Operated heavy machinery such as mixers, pumps, and power tools to expedite the concrete pouring process.
- Completed various concrete finishing tasks including screeding, edging, and floating for high-quality results.
- Assisted with installation of steel and anchor bolts to reinforce concrete.
- Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
- Safely operated concrete-cutting and finishing drills, power saws and trowels to complete assigned tasks.
- Contributed to a clean work environment by performing daily job site cleanup tasks, promoting overall safety standards.
- Enhanced project efficiency by assisting in the setup and dismantling of concrete forms and frameworks.
- Trained new laborers in crew processes and safety behaviors.
- Improved job site safety by conducting regular equipment inspections, ensuring proper maintenance and timely repairs.
- Maintained clear communication with supervisors regarding project progress, addressing potential issues or delays promptly.
- Assisted crew members with positioning trucks and moved discharge chute to guide concrete into forms.
- Interpreted blueprints and diagrams to determine project dimensions and requirements.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse materials ranging from traditional Portland cement-based mixes to specialized products like epoxy resins or fiber-reinforced polymers.
- Assisted in traffic management around construction sites, improving public safety.
- Executed detailed decorative concrete work, contributing to client satisfaction and project uniqueness.
- Shoveled materials such as dirt, gravel, and asphalt.
- Measured and marked areas for deploying concrete.
- Handled repairs on concrete finishing equipment, keeping tools operational.
- Wore correct clothing and protective equipment for jobs.
- Monitored inventory of key tools and materials used at each project site to provide consistent availability.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts safely to efficiently complete site work.
Concrete Finisher
Con Sy Inc
Grand Junction, CO
11.2016 - 11.2022
- Utilized wheelbarrows, shovels and other tools to move, spread and level concrete.
- Leveled, smoothed, and finished surfaces of poured concrete for construction projects.
- Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
- Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
- Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
- Participated in concrete pouring and finishing, expertly managing application of sealers and curing compounds.
- Operated heavy machinery such as mixers, pumps, and power tools to expedite the concrete pouring process.
- Completed various concrete finishing tasks including screeding, edging, and floating for high-quality results.
- Assisted with installation of steel and anchor bolts to reinforce concrete.
- Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
- Safely operated concrete-cutting and finishing drills, power saws and trowels to complete assigned tasks.
- Contributed to a clean work environment by performing daily job site cleanup tasks, promoting overall safety standards.
- Enhanced project efficiency by assisting in the setup and dismantling of concrete forms and frameworks.
- Trained new laborers in crew processes and safety behaviors.
- Improved job site safety by conducting regular equipment inspections, ensuring proper maintenance and timely repairs.
- Maintained clear communication with supervisors regarding project progress, addressing potential issues or delays promptly.
- Assisted crew members with positioning trucks and moved discharge chute to guide concrete into forms.
- Interpreted blueprints and diagrams to determine project dimensions and requirements.
- Demonstrated adaptability in working with diverse materials ranging from traditional Portland cement-based mixes to specialized products like epoxy resins or fiber-reinforced polymers.
- Assisted in traffic management around construction sites, improving public safety.
- Executed detailed decorative concrete work, contributing to client satisfaction and project uniqueness.
- Shoveled materials such as dirt, gravel, and asphalt.
- Measured and marked areas for deploying concrete.
- Handled repairs on concrete finishing equipment, keeping tools operational.
- Wore correct clothing and protective equipment for jobs.
- Monitored inventory of key tools and materials used at each project site to provide consistent availability.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts safely to efficiently complete site work.
Education
Batchlers In Project Management - Business Management
Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO1000 Hrs / 2 Summers - Heavy Equipment Mechanics/ Wild Land Firefighting
Anaconda Job Corps
Anaconda, MT12.2000
Highschool/GED -
Anaconda Job Corps
Anaconda, MT12.2000
Skills
- Demolition Work
- Safety Protocols
- Hand-tool proficiency
- Site preparation
- Concrete finishing
- Equipment operation
- Power Tool Operation
- Edging and grooving
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Forklift Operation
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Finishing Techniques
- Form setting
- Cement and pavement
- Trowel Techniques
- Pre-cast concrete experience
- Scaffold building
- Concrete Curing
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Critical Thinking
- Surface Leveling and Smoothing
- Concrete forms
- Basic Mathematics
- Chipping and Grinding
- Safety and Security
- Concrete Spreading
- Surface Finishing
- Equipment Inspection
- Jointers and Edging Tools
- Driver Signaling
- Form Setting and Alignment
- Muriatic Acid Handling
- Surface stamping
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- Attention to Detail
- Job Site Cleanup
- Safety conscious
- Power Tools Operation
- Excellent Communication
- Organizational Skills
Timeline
Concrete Laborer
RE Concrete
06.2023 - 08.2024
Concrete Finisher
Con Sy Inc
11.2016 - 11.2022
Highschool/GED -
Anaconda Job Corps
Batchlers In Project Management - Business Management
Colorado Technical University
1000 Hrs / 2 Summers - Heavy Equipment Mechanics/ Wild Land Firefighting
Anaconda Job Corps