Jose Chacala
Union City,CA
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Deck Builder
Independent Contractor
01.2010 - Current
- Used hand tools, power tools and equipment to complete skilled deck building.
- Used different types of materials for decking and railing construction.
- Completed framing, setting windows, siding and trim installation.
- Estimated and procured materials and equipment to complete assigned work, and plan, layout and organize own work with minimal supervision.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, specifications and schematics.
- Measured, drilled and sawed materials to perform successful home improvements.
- Planned projects by identifying necessary equipment, tools, and required assistance.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Checked measurements and completed accurate cuts to prevent materials waste and maintain cost controls.
- Cut, shaped and installed siding, roofing and framing to protect interior of properties from harsh weather conditions.
Demolition Worker
Independent Contractor
01.2012 - Current
- Used sledgehammers, drills and hydraulic tools for detail work prior to full demolition.
- Operated jackhammer, cutting saws and other power tools for demolition work.
- Loaded debris, rubble and hazardous material into correct collection containers.
- Operated heavy equipment and machines to break down masonry, drywall and brick.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
- Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment onto and off construction sites.
- Wore mandated safety equipment and used correct procedures for total site safety.
- Assisted traffic control measures to provide safe work zone and proper placement of signs and cones.
- Completed tear-down of existing structures to prepare for new construction.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Helped with erecting scaffolding and ladders.
- Helped with door and window installations.
- Dug trenches, backfilled holes and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.
- Finished surfaces of woodwork or wallboard in houses and buildings with paneling, paint and hand tools.
Landscaping Foreman
Independent Contractor
01.2012 - Current
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Transferred materials to designated areas using hand trucks, electric carts, and wheelbarrows.
- Installed underground sprinkler systems to provide grass and gardens with adequate water supply.
- Installed lights, sprinklers and other outdoor features based on requirements.
- Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
- Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
- Removed tree stumps, roots and debris for cohesive landscape appearance.
- Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards.
Fence Installer
Independent Contractor
01.2014 - Current
- Used hand tools and instruments to take measurements.
- Installed metal and wooden fences and privacy borders.
- Dug holes and trenches to position fences correctly.
- Inspected fences for gaps and vulnerabilities, making necessary adjustments.
- Discussed fencing requirements and specifications with clients.
- Used alternate finishes based on climate, topography and appearance of specified area.
- Set metal or wooden posts in upright positions in postholes.
- Filled post holes with concrete to maintain proper stability and longevity of fencing installations.
- Contacted local officials to determine utility and water line locations prior to digging on any property.
- Discussed fencing needs with customers and estimated and quoted prices.
Concrete Finisher
Independent Contractor
03.2014 - Current
- Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
- Leveled, smoothed, and finished surfaces of poured concrete for construction projects.
- Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
- Created specific finishes on poured concrete.
- Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
- Mixed, spread, and patched concrete to specifications.
- Routinely lifted and moved items weighing up to Number pounds.
- Shoveled materials such as dirt, gravel, and asphalt.
- Installed forms for shaping, insulating, or creating decorative effects in concrete.
- Measured and marked areas for deploying concrete.
- Prepared and placed concrete to create sidewalks, driveways, or patios.
- Applied sealers or waterproofing to concrete as required by project.
- Cut, chipped, or sawed concrete to create desired shapes.
- Repaired damaged items using different chemicals and tools.
- Completed physically demanding tasks such as lifting up to 120 pounds to move job materials.
Painting Contractor
Independent Contractor
04.2016 - Current
- Covered surfaces and furnishings with cloth and plastic to protect from paint drops.
- Completed interior and exterior painting for variety of residential and commercial clients.
- Used sandpaper, scrapers, grinders, and steel wool to smooth surfaces.
- Used sandpaper to scrape walls and other surfaces to remove old paint.
- Used putty knives and caulking guns to fill cracks, holes and joints with plaster, putty and caulk.
- Used brushes, spray guns and paint rollers to paint surfaces.
- Applied primers or sealers to prepare new surfaces such as bare wood or metal, for finish coats.
- Met with clients to discuss color and finish options and other design details.
- Monitored and adjusted painting techniques for optimal results.
- Prepared surfaces for painting or staining by removing old paint and applying primers.
- Patched cracks, holes and other imperfections in walls and other surfaces.
- Repaired drywall and plaster prior to painting.
- Reached high ceilings and walls with scaffolding and ladders.
- Mixed, matched and blended colors to produce desired effects.
- Taped off areas to prevent overspray and other accidents.
- Conducted final work check to assess quality and make corrections if necessary.
- Applied various types of paints and other finishes to interior and exterior surfaces.
- Used airless sprayers, rollers, brushes and other painting tools to accomplish job tasks.
Tile Installer
Independent Contractor
03.2018 - Current
- Installed tile flooring in residential homes and commercial buildings.
- Cut and prepared tiles for installation following precise measurements and job specifications.
- Maintained safe, clean and organized work environment.
- Used specialized tools and equipment to cut, shape and install tile.
- Completed skilled repairs of existing tile installations.
- Inspected floors before, during and after tile installation and reported identified concerns.
- Used power wet saws and tile cutters to cut tiles to specifications for projects.
- Operated machines to mix mortar, thinset and grout according to standard formulas.
- Sealed joints with mortar or cement to achieve design looks and promote longevity.
Plumbing Assistant
Independent Contractor
01.2020 - Current
- Removed old sinks, toilets and pipes in preparation for installation of new fixtures.
- Listened to instructions from journeyman plumber, gaining valuable onsite job training.
- Carried materials and tools from truck to properly set up job site.
- Measured and cut pipes according to project specifications under supervision of journeyman plumber.
- Performed basic and semi-skilled work under supervision and instruction from lead plumber.
- Installed valves, hangers, supports, and flanges inside piping systems.
- Ran stainless, aluminum, steel and PVC piping.
- Performed rough-ins, repairing or replacing fixtures and water heaters and located or removed leaking or broken pipes.
- Cut or drilled holes in walls or floors to accommodate passage of pipes.
Education
James Logan High School
Union City, CA2011
Skills
- Safety Techniques
- Drainage Systems Repair
- Materials Distribution
- Faucet Repair
- Water Heater Installation
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Plumbing Equipment Installation
- Fabricate Parts
- Project Planning
- Basic Repairs Knowledge
- Automotive maintenance
- Fluid Replacement
- Optimizing Engine Performance
- Body Panel Repair
- Replacing Parts
- Engine Tuneup and Repairs
- Checking and Refilling Fluids
- Filter Replacement
- Surface Sanding
- Vehicle Disassembly
- Auto Body Repair
- Upholstery Removal
- Drywall installation
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Plumbing Assistant
Independent Contractor
01.2020 - Current
Tile Installer
Independent Contractor
03.2018 - Current
Painting Contractor
Independent Contractor
04.2016 - Current
Concrete Finisher
Independent Contractor
03.2014 - Current
Fence Installer
Independent Contractor
01.2014 - Current
Demolition Worker
Independent Contractor
01.2012 - Current
Landscaping Foreman
Independent Contractor
01.2012 - Current
Deck Builder
Independent Contractor
01.2010 - Current
James Logan High School