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Jonathan Chesser

Amarillo,TX

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with 8 years experience in general construction 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.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Operator

Shepherd Earthworks
Amarillo, TX
08.2023 - 11.2023

  • Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
  • Operated equipment to move and position raw materials or finished components.
  • Leveled surfaces by adjusting depth and angle settings on the front end loader attachment.
  • Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.
  • Loaded and offloaded rocks, debris and other materials from heavy equipment.
  • Operated compactors, scrapers or rollers to level and compact

Concrete Finisher

Shepherd Concrete
Amarillo, TX
08.2022 - 08.2023
  • Directed casting of concrete and supervised laborers using shovels or special tools to spread.
  • Followed instructions given by supervisors regarding job requirements such as depth and width measurements.
  • Molded expansion joints and edges using edging tools, jointers and straightedge.
  • Dismantled forms using basic and advanced tools.
  • Shaped rounded edges on corners with edger tool and created grooves to control cracking.
  • Operated power vibrators to compact concrete into place.
  • Protected surfaces from avoidable damages by using correct forming, bracing, preparation, and finishing techniques.
  • Leveled and smoothed freshly placed concrete with a straight edge or float.
  • Repaired unsafe curbs, gutters, sidewalks, driveways and roadways.
  • Built forms to specific dimensions to shape wet concrete.
  • Repaired damaged areas of existing concrete structures using appropriate materials.
  • Produced rough concrete surface using brooms.

Concrete Finisher/Laborer

Western Cement
Amarillo, TX
03.2018 - 08.2022
  • Finished surfaces by troweling, floating and brushing following project requirements and specifications.
  • Installed anchor bolts, steel plates and other fixtures in freshly poured concrete.
  • Produced rough concrete surface using brooms.
  • Positioned wire mesh and rebar to reinforce concrete.
  • Shaped rounded edges on corners with edger tool and created grooves to control cracking.
  • Prepare and pour foundations for structures.
  • Prepared and cleaned surfaces for finishing to reduce holes and cracks.
  • Molded expansion joints and edges using edging tools, jointers and straightedge.
  • Constructed forms to create various concrete structures.
  • Remove any excess material from the surface of the concrete after it has been poured.
  • Level ground prior to pouring foundation or slab with shovels or grading machines.
  • Protected surfaces from avoidable damages by using correct forming, bracing, preparation, and finishing techniques.
  • Carry heavy materials such as bricks, blocks, lumber, mortar mixers, and wheelbarrows across job sites safely.
  • Planned work based on verbal instructions, blueprints, and written specifications.
  • Ensure that safety protocols are followed at all times while on the job site.
  • Operate power saws to cut expansion joints into hardened concrete surfaces.
  • Removed debris and waste to clean site after completing work.
  • Use shovels, hoes, rakes, and other tools to spread or level concrete.
  • Cut expansion joints into newly laid concrete as needed.
  • Set concrete forms to desired pitch and depth and aligned.
  • Measure and mark designated areas where new slabs are going to be placed.
  • Install reinforcement rods in order to add strength to the structure.
  • Built forms to specific dimensions to shape wet concrete.

Laborer

Tri-state Remodeling
Amarillo, TX
07.2013 - 05.2018
  • Measured, marked or recorded openings or distances to construction layout areas.
  • Organized tools and materials necessary for the remodeling project.
  • Ensured compliance with local building codes when completing construction tasks.
  • Demonstrated best safety practices working at heights and lifting various objects.
  • Performed general maintenance tasks around the property as needed.
  • Dug ditches or trenches, backfilled excavations or compacted and leveled earth to grade specifications.
  • Cleaned up debris and waste from work sites prior to completion.
  • Assisted in demolition of old structures, including walls, floors and ceilings.
  • Sanded down wood surfaces before applying a finish coat of paint.
  • Installed flooring materials, including hardwood, laminate or tile.
  • Loaded materials and tools into vehicles and unloaded upon arrival at jobsites.
  • Installed light fixtures on ceilings or walls as needed.
  • Hauled out old appliances and installed new ones in their place.
  • Communicated effectively with team members throughout the project's duration.
  • Connected plumbing lines for water supply systems for sinks and toilets.
  • Painted interior walls according to customer specifications.
  • Cleaned or prepared construction sites to eliminate hazards.
  • Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
  • Positioned, aligned or sealed concrete wall sections or pipes.
  • Measured and cut drywall for installation.
  • Installed new fixtures, such as sinks, toilets and cabinetry.
  • Assembled cabinets, shelving units and other furniture pieces.
  • Provided assistance with loading and unloading of supplies at job site.
  • Applied spackling compound to repair wall surfaces.
  • Removed existing countertops and replaced them with new ones.

Education

GED -

GED
Navasota, TX
05-2011

Skills

  • Equipment Operation
  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Quality Assurance
  • Tool Operation
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Hand and Power Tools
  • Hand-Eye Coordination
  • Materials Handling
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Effective Communication
  • Loading and Unloading

Timeline

Operator

Shepherd Earthworks
08.2023 - 11.2023

Concrete Finisher

Shepherd Concrete
08.2022 - 08.2023

Concrete Finisher/Laborer

Western Cement
03.2018 - 08.2022

Laborer

Tri-state Remodeling
07.2013 - 05.2018

GED -

GED

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