Jose Grijalva JR.
Carpenter/ Handy Man
Olivehurst,CA
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Journey man position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Carpenter Foreman
S&D Construction, INC
Monterey, CA
06.2020 - 06.2023
- Observed all OSHA and corporate safety regulations and procedures to prevent mishaps and injuries on job sites.
- Coordinated movement of materials and equipment to job sites, verifying supply readiness prior to project start.
- Reviewed and approved time and attendance records of carpentry crews.
- Addressed employee issues and conflicts, applying listening and communication skills to promote quick resolution.
- Assessed project size to prepare work orders and determine resources needed to complete jobs.
- Maintained contact with lumber companies and hardware dealers for material pricing.
- Oversaw schedules and assignments for 6 personnel.
- Inspected work performed by carpentry crews to check completion of job specifications.
- Supervised teams of up to 6 employees, answering questions and providing feedback on work progress.
- Supervised teams of up to 6 employees, answering questions and providing feedback on work progress.
- Supervised teams of up to 6 employees, answering questions and providing feedback on work progress.
- Managed safety and security of location to prevent intrusion, criminal activity, vandalism and injuries to workers.
- Operated heavy equipment on daily basis.
- Sourced suppliers and purchased necessary materials for work.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Communicated with stakeholders on job milestones.
- Calculated materials and labor required to complete jobs on-schedule and prepared estimates.
- Inspected sights to evaluate safety, operations and crew performance against objectives.
- Administered budget, tracked expenses and documented changes.
- Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
- Kept accurate records of materials used, employee timesheets, client issues and accident reports.
Carpenter
Lemos Corporation
Waterford, CA
09.2000 - 10.2013
- Checked measurements and completed accurate cuts to prevent materials waste and maintain cost controls.
- Organized project work by reading blueprints and assessing job specifications to determine optimal plans.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Installed paneling on walls to deaden sound, complete decorations or absorb shock based on individual customer requirements.
- Led garages, residential homes and addition projects to completion.
- Placed building paper over subflooring to protect final flooring material from water damage.
- Completed precise joining and high-quality finish work by properly anchoring and bracing structures.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring and cabinetry.
- Planned projects by identifying necessary equipment, tools and required assistance.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Monitored tool and equipment condition and arranged repairs.
- Properly poured, set and cured concrete.
- Repaired roofs and flooring and remodeled bathrooms and kitchens to complete 30 projects.
- Operated [Worm drive saw, compound saw, table saw, tile saw,] and all types of drills tools to cut, shape and smooth lumber and other construction materials.
- Specialized in foundations, framing and finish carpentry.
- Inspected job site location to evaluate for code violations and coordinated necessary maintenance or repairs.
- Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
- Calculated dimensions and amount of needed materials by accurately measuring job site and structures.
- Completed tasks according to technical document requirements and specifications to work with accuracy.
- Cut and installed insulation for residential and commercial buildings.
- Built structures using precast concrete and hand-poured concrete forms.
- Fabricated custom furniture, shelving and cabinets and installed in specified locations.
- Installed drywall, ceilings, trim and fabricated replacement trim and moldings.
- Safely operated electric cordless and hammer drills and cutting torches.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and construction documents to determine project directives.
- Set and built form systems and set embeds.
- Facilitated harmonious working relationships with crew members to prevent problems and conflicts.
- Transformed lumber into forms and assembled structures for 15 projects.
- Developed proficiency in stain-grade trim work, hanging doors and drilling and setting door hardware.
- Assembled durable, high-quality structures by working with forming systems, hand tools and range of equipment.
- Read and effectively used truss-roof prints to cut and set roofs accordingly.
- Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
- Carefully read blueprints, sketches and technical drawings to inform comprehensive understanding of project scope and specifications.
- Constructed 10 residential decks, carports, garages and sunrooms.
- Repaired and remodeled wood, iron, chain link and vinyl fencing.
- Built and hung custom doors and frames.
- Selected and ordered lumber or other required materials to keep inventory at sufficient levels.
- Offered valuable suggestions to clients' remodel needs.
- Went 90 days without safety accident by safely setting up scaffolding, gang ladders, perimeter railings, fall protection and temporary covers.
- Reduced materials waste by 90% by taking accurate measurements.
- Studied specifications in blueprints, sketches or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
- Followed protocols and stayed organized to provide personal and teammate safety.
- Measured and marked cutting lines on materials using pencil or chalk and marking gauge.
- Met with clients to set out project goals, scope and requirements and drafted blueprints for review and final approval.
- Constructed 30 custom built designs according to specifications.
- Aligned and squared frames and forms for installation.
- Employed raw and pre-fabricated materials to construct apartment, schools and hotels structure.
- Cut and shaped materials to meet outlined measurements.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rose Lawn High School
Turlock, CA 08.1996 - 06.2000
Skills
Job specifications
Hand and power tools
Material prepping
Time and material estimates
Heavy lifting
Residential construction
Commercial construction
Project estimation and bidding
Construction management
Effective communication
Budgeting
PPE Compliance
Decision-Making
Analytical and Critical Thinking
Timeline
Carpenter Foreman
S&D Construction, INC
06.2020 - 06.2023
Carpenter
Lemos Corporation
09.2000 - 10.2013
High School Diploma -
Rose Lawn High School
08.1996 - 06.2000