Jose Fernandez
The Bronx
Summary
Accomplished carpenter with extensive experience at JVA Construction LLC, specializing in framing and drywall installation. Proven ability to analyze and resolve construction challenges while ensuring safety compliance. Skilled in material measurement and teamwork, consistently delivering high-quality results on time and maintaining organized workspaces. Motivated carpentry team member always willing to take on any task to complete successful jobs. Trained in tasks such as measuring areas and installing doors. Highly organized in managing supplies, tools, and equipment. Trained Apprentice Carpenter with an understanding of woodworking and repair work. Seeking an opportunity to bring many years of experience to organization offering opportunities for growth and advancement.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Carpenter's Assistant
High Line Construction Group, LLC
NY
03.2024 - 03.2025
- Drilled holes in walls or other surfaces as directed by the carpenter.
- Built carpentry products such as cabinetry, framework and furniture.
- Performed tie spacing layout to measure, mark and cut material.
- Cleaned up job sites after completion of carpentry projects.
- Provided support in setting up ladders or scaffolding when needed.
- Installed, assembled and repaired woodwork, millwork, cabinetry and trim under supervision of master carpenter.
- Applied sealants or adhesives to wood pieces as instructed by the carpenter.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed during carpentry work.
Carpenter
Renu Contracting And Restoration
06.2025 - 12.2025
- Constructed frameworks and structures using various materials, ensuring adherence to safety standards.
- Operated hand and power tools efficiently for cutting, shaping, and assembling wood products.
- Trained junior carpenters on best practices in material handling and tool usage for improved productivity.
- Assisted in the installation of fixtures and fittings, enhancing functionality of residential spaces.
- Contributed to successful completion of residential and commercial projects by skillfully installing cabinetry, doors, windows, and flooring materials.
- Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
- Measured, cut and installed drywall, paneling and other materials.
Framing Carpenter
JVA Construction LLC
Wood-ridge
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Fitted insulation between studs of framed walls prior to covering them with drywall sheets.
- Completed tear-down of existing construction to prepare for new construction.
- Analyzed problematic installations and implemented appropriate solutions for quick remediation.
- Maintained a clean workspace by disposing off any waste material properly after completing tasks.
- Communicated with teammates and supervisors frequently to understand requirements and complete projects on time.
- Repaired damaged structures using appropriate methods such as hammering, sawing, drilling.
- Installed drywall or wallboard onto studs of framed walls.
- Installed window and door frames into interior walls.
- Measured and marked cutting lines on wood and raw materials.
- Worked independently on projects and tasks within carpentry team.
Finish Carpenter
Arqenta, Inc
New York
02.2020 - 02.2021
- Installed and finished wood trim, doors and cabinets for new construction and renovation projects.
- Promoted compliance with applicable federal, state and OSHA laws and regulations.
- Construct frameworks for doorways or window frames from wood pieces by measuring accurately and joining pieces with nails or screws.
- Kept worksites organized and tidy to reduce hazards.
- Fit and install trim items such as doors, windows, mantels cabinets and hardware.
- Work safely following all safety guidelines rules regulations policies procedures standards of conduct dress code workplace etiquette.
- Removed damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repaired or replaced using hand tools.
Education
Safety Training
Safco
03-2021
40-Hour Construction Safety And Health
OSHA 40 NYC
05-2019
High School Diploma -
Honduras
11-2017
Skills
- Drilling techniques
- Cabinet installation
- Material measurement
- Framework construction
- Safety compliance
- Problem analysis
- Professionalism
- Construction safety
- Drywall installation
- Framing techniques
- Organizational skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking
- Multitasking capacity
- Demolition techniques
- Remodeling
- Power equipment use
- Concrete mixing
- Door and window installation
- General carpentry
Languages
English
Limited
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- OSHA 30Hrs
- SST 10Hrs
- Scaffold 4Hrs
- Electrician
Education and Training
other,other,other
Timeline
Carpenter
Renu Contracting And Restoration
06.2025 - 12.2025
Carpenter's Assistant
High Line Construction Group, LLC
03.2024 - 03.2025
Framing Carpenter
JVA Construction LLC
01.2022 - 01.2023
Finish Carpenter
Arqenta, Inc
02.2020 - 02.2021
Safety Training
Safco
40-Hour Construction Safety And Health
OSHA 40 NYC
High School Diploma -
Honduras