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Jonthan N Wilson

Severn,MD

Summary

Forward-thinking construction leader and dedicated project manager offering several years of construction and contracting experience on projects. Well-versed in supervising all phases of construction, from pre-construction through final walkthrough and closeout. Proven skills in multitasking on several projects per year. Diligent, diplomatic and inspirational with solid leadership, organizational and decision-making skills focused on delivering exceptional value to customers with high-quality construction.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Wildland Firefighter

Florida Forest Service
Saint Cloud , FL
03.2008 - 08.2018
  • Provided fire suppression and containment for wildland fires using hand tools, pumps, hoses and other equipment.
  • Conducted mop-up operations to extinguish remaining hot spots and reduce the risk of further spread.
  • Assisted in hazardous fuels reduction projects such as cutting brush, felling trees and chipping debris.
  • Performed backfire operations to contain advancing fires by burning fuel ahead of them.
  • Monitored weather conditions to determine potential impacts on fire behavior.
  • Gathered information from local residents regarding fire history or local conditions that may affect firefighting efforts.
  • Utilized GPS systems to map out areas burned by wildfires and create accurate records of fire perimeters.
  • Coordinated with both federal and state agencies during incident response activities.
  • Attended daily briefings with crew members to discuss strategy for upcoming shifts.
  • Inspected assigned area for new starts, smoke sightings or other signs of active fires.
  • Provided medical aid to injured personnel at the scene of a wildfire incident.
  • Responded quickly and effectively to emergency situations while adhering to safety protocols.
  • Operated various vehicles including water tenders, bulldozers, engines, skidgines and helicopters.
  • Built containment lines around the perimeter of an active wildfire using shovels, Pulaskis and chainsaws.
  • Assessed terrain features such as slopes, wind direction and vegetation types when responding to a wildfire.
  • Communicated regularly with Incident Command System personnel via radio transmissions about progress made in containing a fire.
  • Participated in post-incident reviews following successful completion of a wildfire assignment.
  • Maintained detailed records related to all incidents involving wildfires including total acres burned, resources used and cost estimates.
  • Assisted in training new firefighters on proper use of safety gear and techniques for containing wildfires.
  • Adhered strictly to all applicable regulations set forth by the National Wildfire Coordinating Group.
  • Extinguished flames and embers to suppress fires with shovels and hand-driven water or chemical pumps.
  • Minimized devastating wildfires by employing hand tools, dozers and air drops for containment operations.
  • Stayed in close contact with dispatchers to obtain and relay current information about fire status, supplies and personnel.
  • Operated pumps connected to high-pressure hoses.
  • Assessed nature and extent of fire, condition of buildings, danger to adjacent buildings and water supply status to determine crew or company requirements.
  • Informed and educated local community members about fire prevention and safety.
  • Organized fire caches and positioned equipment for most effective response at emergency calls, which resulted in quicker action times.
  • Operated firefighting equipment, including chainsaws, fire pumps, and hoses, under hazardous conditions.
  • Monitored weather conditions and fire behavior to adjust strategies and tactics.
  • Educated and trained new wildland firefighters in tactics, safety, and equipment use.
  • Maintained and repaired firefighting equipment and tools to ensure operational readiness.
  • Conducted surveys and research on fire ecology and its impact on the environment.
  • Collaborated with local, state, and federal agencies during large-scale fire suppression operations.
  • Collected and analyzed fire data for reporting and strategic planning purposes.
  • Utilized navigation skills in remote areas to reach and suppress wildfires.
  • Implemented safety protocols to minimize risks to crew members during fire suppression activities.
  • Engaged in post-fire operations, including mop-up and rehabilitation of affected areas.
  • Coordinated with aviation units for aerial firefighting support and reconnaissance.
  • Conducted controlled burns to reduce wildfire risks and manage ecosystems.
  • Assisted in emergency medical operations and provided first aid as needed.
  • Participated in wildfire risk assessments and mitigation planning efforts.
  • Assisted in the development and implementation of fire management plans and policies.
  • Participated in rigorous physical training to maintain high levels of fitness and readiness.
  • Performed wildfire suppression duties, including constructing firebreaks, and deploying water and retardant.
  • Conducted public education on fire prevention and safety practices.
  • Responded rapidly to emerging wildfires to protect lives, property, and natural resources.
  • Utilized incident command systems and protocols during firefighting and emergency operations.
  • Patrolled previously burned areas after fire containment to locate and eliminate dangerous hot spots.
  • Attended trainings to maintain wealth of knowledge in firefighting techniques and suppression methods, enabling quick decision making during actual emergencies.
  • Tested and inspected tools, equipment and gear to maintain readiness for different fire scenarios.
  • Observed strict safety protocols to maintain personal and coworker safety.
  • Responded to fire and safety-related emergency calls in local area.
  • Completed field assessments of active fires and planned optimal approaches.
  • Established and managed water supplies to support suppression activities.
  • Rehabilitated fire hoses, portable water tanks and other equipment.
  • Educated public on ways to prevent fires and fire damage.
  • Located hydrants and operated pumps at proper pressure to evaluate adequacy of water system and availability of water supply.
  • Led and planned periodic fire safety inspections to identify unsafe conditions.
  • Used axes and other tools to break through windows and debris.
  • Worked on equipment desk and demobilized fire engines, water tenders and other machinery used in responding to incidents.
  • Inspected buildings to determine compliance with fire codes and fire prevention protocols.
  • Rescued fire victims and administered emergency medical aid.
  • Collaborated with Hazmat to clean up chemical and oil spills.
  • Located victims trapped by fires, extricated and rendered first aid.
  • Conducted fire drills at schools and businesses.
  • Triaged patients to assist emergency workers in administering medical care.
  • Checked smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors in residences and businesses.

Construction Manager

Gene's Masonry
868 29th Vero Beach, FL 32960
02.1991 - 07.2010
  • Developed and implemented construction plans for projects, ensuring compliance with all applicable codes and regulations.
  • Communicated safety standards to laborers and sub-contractors and enforced safety regulations on job sites.
  • Coordinated construction planning, material resources, and staff scheduling for simultaneous jobs.
  • Managed project operations, budget and timeline and collaborated with stakeholders to review status.
  • Oversaw daily on-site construction operations, ensuring projects met design specifications and safety standards.
  • Monitored changes in scope or design, managing any necessary contract adjustments.
  • Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
  • Coordinated the delivery of materials to job sites and supervised subcontractors to ensure quality control.
  • Analyzed blueprints, specifications and other technical documents to identify potential problems or conflicts.
  • Organized meetings between contractors, suppliers and other stakeholders to discuss project progress.
  • Monitored budgets, tracked expenditures and prepared financial reports related to construction activities.
  • Resolved any issues that arose during the course of a project in a timely manner.
  • Ensured adherence to local building ordinances by reviewing plans prior to beginning work on each project.
  • Investigated complaints from clients or members of the public about projects under construction.
  • Participated in conferences related to new technologies or techniques used in the industry.
  • Monitored daily construction and evaluated project progress, contract compliance and safety.
  • Conducted walk-through inspections and other scheduled inspections with homeowners.
  • Managed daily operations of heavy equipment fleet, including troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
  • Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
  • Transported materials from one site to another using off-road vehicles.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
  • Assisted with the installation of underground utilities such as sewer lines and water mains.
  • Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
  • Accurately estimated material needs based on job specifications provided by supervisor.
  • Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
  • Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
  • Loaded and offloaded rocks, debris and other materials from heavy equipment.
  • Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
  • Operated digging and transporting equipment to efficiently fulfill project requirements.
  • Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
  • Assisted drivers, equipment operators, and other employees in grouping and sorting materials.
  • Promoted continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
  • Mixed, poured and spread concrete using a variety of tools including trowels, floats and screeds.
  • Operated power vibrators to compact concrete into place.
  • Measured and cut reinforcing steel bars in order to reinforce the structure.
  • Leveled and smoothed freshly placed concrete with a straight edge or float.
  • Finished surfaces by hand-troweling or machine-troweling for a smooth finish.
  • Assisted in setting up formwork prior to pouring concrete.
  • Applied hardening compounds to protect the surface from weathering and staining.
  • Inspected work sites to ensure that all safety protocols were followed.
  • Sprayed curing compound on newly finished surfaces as needed.
  • Repaired damaged areas of existing concrete structures using appropriate materials.
  • Installed expansion joints, sealants, coatings, and other protective treatments according to specifications.
  • Monitored conditions of the job site to prevent damage or accidents due to wet cement or other hazardous materials.
  • Checked alignment of forms prior to pouring concrete ensuring accuracy of final product.
  • Prepared mixtures of sand, gravel, cement and water according to specified proportions.
  • Cleaned work area at end of each shift removing debris, unused material.
  • Performed daily maintenance checks on equipment used during job such as wheelbarrows, shovels.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading supplies such as bags of cement onto trucks or wheelbarrows.
  • Ensured that proper grades were maintained throughout the project for drainage purposes.
  • Followed instructions given by supervisors regarding job requirements such as depth and width measurements.
  • Maintained records related to job progress such as hours worked per day and amount of material used.
  • Provided assistance in completing projects within deadlines set by supervisor and client.
  • Finished surfaces by troweling, floating and brushing following project requirements and specifications.
  • Used numerous types of power tools and other equipment daily.
  • Constructed forms to create various concrete structures.
  • Poured concrete into forms using pump hose and leveled.
  • Positioned wire mesh and rebar to reinforce concrete.
  • Laid and repaired concrete to make level and long-lasting surfaces.
  • Loaded and unloaded necessary tools, materials, and machines from trucks and trailers.
  • Removed debris and waste to clean site after completing work.
  • Placed steel pins using sledgehammer.
  • Calculated concrete quantities needed for jobs.
  • Dismantled forms using basic and advanced tools.
  • Compacted grade using jumping jack or plate compactor equipment.
  • Maintained safety of work areas by adhering to strict regulations.
  • Inspected and maintained tools and equipment.
  • Operated excavators and loaders to prepare site.
  • Reviewed blueprints and other drawings to identify correct grades.
  • Upheld requirements for safe operations and reporting of incidents.
  • Troubleshot equipment issues and determined best courses of action for repairs.
  • Removed rough or defective spots from concrete surfaces, using power grinder, or chisel and hammer.
  • Protected surfaces from avoidable damages by using correct forming, bracing, preparation, and finishing techniques.
  • Molded expansion joints and edges using edging tools, jointers, and straightedge.
  • Used various chemicals and tools to repair damaged items.
  • Directed casting of concrete and supervised laborers using shovels or special tools to spread.
  • Shaped rounded edges on corners with edger tool and created grooves to control cracking.
  • Signaled truck driver to pour concrete and move chute, directing concrete on forms.
  • Repaired unsafe curbs, gutters, sidewalks, driveways and roadways.
  • Monitored wind, heat or cold throughout curing process.
  • Applied hardening and sealing compounds to cure concrete surface.
  • Installed anchor bolts, steel plates and other fixtures in freshly poured concrete.
  • Set concrete forms to desired pitch and depth and aligned.
  • Produced rough concrete surface using brooms.
  • Built forms to specific dimensions to shape wet concrete.
  • Spread, leveled and smoothed concrete using rake or shovel.

Education

Associate of Arts - CDL Training

Truckmaster
Orlando, FL
07-2013

Associate of Arts - Captain License

Adams Marine Seminars
Kissimmee, FL
01-2013

Associate of Arts - Wildland/Forest Firefighting And Investigation

Indian River State College
Ft. Pierce, FL
02-2009

High School Diploma -

Vero Beach High School
Vero Beach, FL
02-1990

Skills

  • Quality Inspection Reports
  • ProjectSite Management
  • Schedule Coordination
  • Specifications Review

Timeline

Wildland Firefighter

Florida Forest Service
03.2008 - 08.2018

Construction Manager

Gene's Masonry
02.1991 - 07.2010

Associate of Arts - CDL Training

Truckmaster

Associate of Arts - Captain License

Adams Marine Seminars

Associate of Arts - Wildland/Forest Firefighting And Investigation

Indian River State College

High School Diploma -

Vero Beach High School

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