Jerome A. Knott
Concrete Finisher Foreman.
Edgewood,WA, NE
Summary
Industrious Concrete Foreman with outstanding commitment to high-quality work and worker safety. 10+ years of experience in Construction Building Industry.Detail-oriented and adept at motivating teams with extensive knowledge of Commercial Buildings and Light Rail Tracks. Successful at staying focused after long hours in tough conditions and creating long-lasting final results. Successful at leading by example and giving detailed directions. Knowledgeable about budgeting, adapting plans to varying conditions and efficient, timely work.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Concrete Finisher
Clark Concrete Contractors, LLC
Bethesda, MD
03.2013 - 04.2019
- Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
- Troweled and finished concrete to create textured or decorative surfaces.
- Prepared and placed concrete to create sidewalks, driveways, or patios.
- Applied contraction, construction, or isolation joints in appropriate areas and situations.
- Observed manufacturer's safety procedures and corporate standards for pouring and finishing.
- Created specific finishes on poured concrete.
- Completed physically demanding tasks such as lifting up to 80 pounds to move job materials.
- Mixed, spread, and patched concrete to specifications.
- Routinely lifted and moved items weighing up to 80 pounds.
- Measured precise amounts of concrete and verified levelness to improve quality of finished product.
- Adhered to safety and reporting procedures.
- Applied sealers or waterproofing to concrete as required by project.
- Repaired damaged items using different chemicals and tools.
- Inspected concrete structures for complete fills, defects, or damage.
- Wore correct clothing and protective equipment for jobs.
- Assisted crew members with positioning trucks and moved discharge chute to guide concrete into forms.
Concrete Finisher Foreman
Kiewit
Omaha, NE
07.2019 - Current
- Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
- Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Reworked positions and workflow based on individual abilities and production targets.
- Monitored usage of supplies and materials to establish cost effective operations.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Conducted monthly meetings with employees to discuss safety issues, status and development.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Created and implemented plans to maximize efficiency of workers
- Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
- Provided feedback to workers on job performance and safety procedures.
- Established and enforced safety regulations, procedures and standards for construction and extraction workers.
- Evaluated and updated safety protocols to reduce risks on construction and extraction sites.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Investigated and reported on accidents, injuries and near-miss incidents.
- Administered disciplinary actions to workers violating safety regulations and company policies.
- Supervised training of new construction and extraction workers on safety practices and procedures.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
Education
OPCMIA - undefined
Keystone Job Corps Center
Foothills, Drums, PA 07.2011 - 8 2012
Graduate -
Muschett High
Wakefield, Trelawny 09.2001 - 6 2006
Skills
Staff Management
Attention to Detail
Teamwork and Collaboration
Effective communication
Critical Thinking
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 12 staff members.
- Collaborated with team of 12 in the development of E130 Light Rail Expansion.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Collaborated with team of 12 in the development of Federal Way Light Rail Expansion F200.
Timeline
Concrete Finisher Foreman
Kiewit
07.2019 - Current
Concrete Finisher
Clark Concrete Contractors, LLC
03.2013 - 04.2019
OPCMIA - undefined
Keystone Job Corps Center
07.2011 - 8 2012
Graduate -
Muschett High
09.2001 - 6 2006