Joel Almendarez
Cedar Creek
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth.
Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Experienced professional with a strong background in technology-related roles. Proficient in software development, system administration, and technical support. Skilled in problem-solving and optimizing performance. Capable of managing projects and collaborating effectively with teams. Committed to continuous learning and staying current with industry trends to contribute to organizational success.
Results-oriented individual with a passion for continuous learning and innovation. Known for leveraging analytical thinking and creativity to solve problems and deliver high-impact solutions in fast-paced environments.
Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
2004
2004
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Journey mann
Local 482 Ironworker Union
Austin
04.2017 - Current
- Executed precise welding techniques on various structural ironwork projects.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure safety compliance on job sites.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to complete assignments accurately.
- Assisted in the installation and repair of heavy steel structures and frameworks.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- Conducted quality inspections on completed work to adhere to standards.
- Participated in safety training sessions to enhance workplace safety awareness.
- Facilitated communication between workers and supervisors to streamline operations.
- Adhered to project timelines, ensuring tasks were completed efficiently.
- Supported new apprentices in understanding ironworking techniques and safety protocols.
- Coordinated with other trades to integrate ironwork within broader construction projects.
- Documented daily activities and progress reports to track project milestones.
- Resolved conflicts on-site by promoting teamwork and effective communication.
- Contributed to maintenance of a clean and safe work environment.
- Evaluated and recommended improvements for work practices to enhance productivity.
- Executed structured rigging and lifting procedures for heavy materials.
- Developed and implemented effective training sessions for new hires.
- Monitored compliance with union regulations and workplace policies.
- Ensured accuracy in fabrication processes to meet project specifications.
- Provided support for employee relations initiatives to foster a positive work culture.
2nd man /Construction Superintendent
Borton lc
Hutchinson
09.2007 - 12.2018
- Led daily site inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations and construction standards.
- Managed subcontractor performance to achieve project milestones and adherence to timelines.
- Facilitated regular team meetings to promote collaboration and address project challenges.
- Reviewed and approved project budgets to align with financial forecasts and resource allocations.
- Implemented quality control measures to enhance construction processes and minimize defects.
- Monitored site conditions to ensure safe working environments for all personnel.
- Developed project schedules to optimize workflow and resource management throughout construction phases.
- Maintained comprehensive documentation of project progress, changes, and communications for stakeholders.
- Trained site staff on safety protocols and best practices to promote a culture of safety.
- Collaborated with design teams to resolve discrepancies between architectural plans and construction realities.
- Executed change order processes efficiently to minimize delays and manage client expectations.
- Streamlined material procurement processes to enhance efficiency and reduce project delays.
- Reviewed project plans, specifications, and change orders to ensure accuracy and completeness.
- Interpreted engineering drawings and blueprints for workers in order to facilitate efficient completion of tasks.
- Responded quickly when issues arose on-site by evaluating solutions that would minimize delays or additional expenses.
- Monitored labor productivity levels to maximize efficiency while maintaining quality standards.
- Developed and monitored construction schedules to ensure projects were completed on time and within budget.
- Ensured that all personnel followed established safety protocols at all times during construction operations.
- Inspected job sites daily for conformance with building codes, ordinances, and other regulations.
- Educated employees in proper use of personal protective equipment and enforced safety requirements to minimize workplace accidents.
- Organized meetings among team members involved in different aspects of the project in order to coordinate efforts towards successful completion.
- Provided guidance and direction to workers regarding proper installation techniques for various types of construction materials.
- Inspected earthwork, concrete, structural steel, decking, fireproofing, framing and finish work.
- Maintained written daily log of job site activities for permanent records.
- Maintained records of all changes made during construction process including cost estimates and labor hours worked.
- Directed development of project estimates, budgets and schedules.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of safety programs to ensure compliance with OSHA regulations.
- Identified potential problems before they arose through regular inspections of equipment and supplies.
- Reported to management with project updates and estimated completion dates, noting delay issues.
- Tracked material usage and contractor hours to align projects with budgets.
- Tracked costs associated with each phase of the project in order to stay within budget parameters.
- Managed employees and subcontractors across different trades by adhering to protocols and best practices implementation.
- Eliminated project lags by inspecting work-in-progress to maintain pace, compliance and top quality control.
- Coordinated training of construction teams on site-specific project requirements, techniques and procedures to keep staff members informed of goals.
- Complied with federal and company regulations to maintain high level of job site safety.
- Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity.
- Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
- Communicated with suppliers and coordinated delivery of supplies to job sites.
- Planned and managed manpower and resource requirements to support project activities.
- Tracked and reported units and labor hours prior to submission of timecards.
- Established expectations and motivated crews to consistently meet or beat goals.
- Viewed and checked job equipment to determine maintenance requirements.
- Communicated with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues.
- Checked project details to verify job site materials and equipment.
- Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
- Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
- Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
- Kept detailed progress records to hit strict deadlines and adjust plans.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
- Obtained specifications and directed work for construction crews.
- Monitored equipment operation during extraction process to detect problems.
Education
GED
Bastrop, TXSkills
- Welding techniques
- Blueprint interpretation
- Quality inspection
- Structural ironwork
- Safety compliance
- Team collaboration
- Employee training
- Conflict resolution
- Project scheduling
- Construction management
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Microsoft Word
- Google drive
- Team management
- Calm under pressure
- Written communication
- Flexible and adaptable
- Good Telephone Etiquette
- Self-Directed
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Planning
- Critical thinking
- Social perceptiveness
- Multitasking
- Active listening
Accomplishments
- Have folder when asked for achievement certificates
Timeline
Journey mann
Local 482 Ironworker Union
04.2017 - Current
2nd man /Construction Superintendent
Borton lc
09.2007 - 12.2018
GED