Jesse Ortiz
East Northport,NY
Summary
Talented carpenter offering over 24 years of experience in studio and shop environments. Well-organized planner with good multitasking and time management skills. Knowledgeable about both rough and finish carpentry techniques. Successful at managing supplies and site crews to lead safe and efficient projects.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Head Carpenter
Nassau Coliseum
Uniondale, NY
05.2023 - Current
- Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
- Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment.
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
Key Construction Carpenter
Local 52
Bethpage, Brooklyn, NY / Kearney, NJ / Jersey City
10.2017 - Current
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
- Facilitated harmonious working relationships with crew members to prevent problems and conflicts.
- Assembled and installed furniture and cabinetry.
- Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment.
Assistant Head Carpenter / Head Carpenter
ABC Television-Disney
New York, NY
10.1999 - 06.2022
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Checked measurements and completed accurate cuts to prevent materials waste and maintain cost controls.
- Collaborated with other construction workers to coordinate projects and streamline process.
- Measured, drilled and sawed materials to perform successful home improvements.
- Planned projects by identifying necessary equipment, tools, and required assistance.
- Measured materials to determine sizes and quantity required for construction project.
- Discarded debris and disposed waste to maintain cleanliness and quality standards.
- Assisted in training new carpenters to demonstrate techniques, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Cut, shaped and installed siding, roofing and framing to protect interior of properties from harsh weather conditions.
- Inspected job sites to identify potential hazards and establish protection and safety standards.
- Developed and implemented new processes and procedures to improve productivity and workflow.
- Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize efficiency.
- Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
- Followed protocols and stayed organized to provide personal and teammate safety.
- Installed insulation, trim and other finishing touches.
- Cut and shaped materials to meet outlined measurements.
- Calculated dimensions and amount of needed materials by accurately measuring job site and structures.
- Measured and marked cutting lines on materials using pencil or chalk and marking gauge.
- Managed inventory of tools, supplies and equipment.
- Safely operated electric cordless and hammer drills and cutting torches.
- Repaired damaged doors, windows and other structures.
- Installed drywall, ceilings, trim and fabricated replacement trim and moldings.
- Built and hung custom doors and frames.
- Measured, cut and installed drywall, paneling and other materials.
- Specialized in foundations, framing and finish carpentry.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and construction documents to determine project directives.
- Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment.
- Facilitated harmonious working relationships with crew members to prevent problems and conflicts.
- Assembled and installed furniture and cabinetry.
- Inspected buildings to identify repair needs.
Education
No Degree - Radio And Television Broadcasting Technology
NYU
New York, NYHigh School Diploma -
LaGuardia Middle College
Long Island City, NY06.1991
Skills
- Staff Management
- Exceptional Finish Carpentry Skills
- Crown Molding
- Project Estimation and Bidding
- Time Management
- Maintaining Clean Work Areas
- Unit Readiness
- Custom Cabinetry Expertise
- Organizational Skills
- Construction Management
Timeline
Head Carpenter
Nassau Coliseum
05.2023 - Current
Key Construction Carpenter
Local 52
10.2017 - Current
Assistant Head Carpenter / Head Carpenter
ABC Television-Disney
10.1999 - 06.2022
No Degree - Radio And Television Broadcasting Technology
NYU
High School Diploma -
LaGuardia Middle College