Jose Leijamorales
San Antonio,TX
Summary
Detail-oriented construction worker with 15+ years of experience in field operations and team support. Experienced form setter and rodbuster. Committed to quality work, safety, and accurate results on every job. Always willing to learn and work hard.
Overview
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28
years of professional experience
Work History
Form Seter/Rodbuster
MCS General Contracting
San Antonio, Texas
01.2019 - 10.2026
- Set wood and metal forms for concrete pours.
- Aligned forms using levels, squares, and measuring tools.
- Secured formwork with braces, stakes, and fasteners.
- Read blueprints and follow layout specifications.
- Poured and leveled concrete into forms using a pump hose for precise placement.
- Set up and reinforced forms to accurately pour concrete for walkways and other structures.
- Removed forms after the concrete cured and inspected the surfaces.
- Cleaned, repaired, and stored reusable form materials.
- Communicated with crew members to coordinate form placement.
- Followed safety procedures around tools, materials, and jobsite hazards.
- Clean work areas regularly to maintain a safe working environment.
- Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints to determine best techniques for the job.
- Conduct regular inspections of all tools, dies and fixtures used in the forming process.
- Cut material by hand or with band saws for specific jobs.
- Loaded and unloaded necessary tools, materials, and machines from trucks and trailers.
- Dismantled forms using basic and advanced tools.
- Inserted steel pins into forms to secure reinforcement bars. using a sledgehammer.
- Set up scaffolding, braces, and other temporary structures to support the crew during work.
- Compacted grade using a jumping jack or a plate compactor.
- Hand mixed sand and cement to prepare concrete for optimal consistency and performance.
- Prepared and cleaned surfaces for finishing to reduce holes and cracks.
- Planned work based on verbal instructions, blueprints, and written specifications.
- Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled a positive attitude.
- Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.
- Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
- Controlled traffic passing near, in or around work zones.
- Signaled equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement or adjustment of machinery.
- Tended pumps, compressors or generators to provide power or heat or move materials.
- Secured rebar with tie wire to ensure structural integrity of concrete installations. cages for concrete foundations and structural pours.
- Bent steel rods to match construction drawings and site specifications.
- Placed reinforcing bars inside forms for walls, slabs, and columns.
- Secured tie wire connections to support stable rebar assemblies.
- Checked spacing and alignment before concrete placement on site.
- Carried rebar materials across active job sites for daily work.
- Followed safety rules while working near lifts, forms, and heavy equipment.
- Secure rebar in place with tying wire or clamps for additional reinforcement.
- Inspect completed work for accuracy and conformance to codes or standards.
- Cut and bend rebar according to size specifications using hand tools such as hammers, wire cutters, and pliers.
- Tied rebar for concrete foundations on general contracting job sites.
Driver
Austin Delivery Services
San Antonio, Texas
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Drove delivery routes for Austin Delivery Services across city neighborhoods.
- Delivered packages to customers in a timely and efficient manner.
- Delivered goods and services to customers on time and in excellent condition.
- Loaded and secured packages for safe transport and delivery.
- Followed traffic laws, safety rules, and company delivery procedures.
- Verified shipment details against manifests and customer instructions.
- Communicated with dispatch on route changes, delays, and pickup requests.
- Assisted customers with courteous package handoff and signature collection.
- Maintained clean vehicle interior and organized delivery records.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws, regulations, and defensive driving techniques while operating company vehicles.
- Recorded daily mileage and fuel usage for vehicle tracking.
- Adhered to company policies and procedures related to safety and security standards.
- Inspected the vehicle’s condition before trips and reported maintenance needs.
- Inspected vehicles for cleanliness and checked gas and oil levels prior to departure.
- Inspected vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues, ensuring they are in proper working condition.
- Performed pre-trip inspection checks and reported problems to a supervisor.
- Secured merchandise, avoiding damage during transportation.
- Provided excellent customer service by responding promptly to customer inquiries and complaints.
- Monitored road conditions during trips to determine if any adjustments were needed due to weather or traffic delays.
- Maintained accurate logs of vehicle inspections and repair status.
- Checked loads to ensure that cargo was secure and distributed evenly.
- Transported supplies between job sites using company trucks.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections prior to departure including verifying load details and confirming route information.
- Loaded and unloaded goods from the truck using hand-trucks or pallet jacks.
- Ensured compliance with DOT regulations and other applicable laws governing transportation of cargo.
- Report any incidents involving the truck or its cargo to management immediately.
- Performed routine maintenance on trucks such as checking fluid levels, replacing filters, and lubricating moving parts.
- Followed routes assigned by dispatchers to meet delivery objectives.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch and customers to provide status updates.
- Report any vehicle malfunctions or accidents immediately to management.
Administrative Supervisor
United States Marine Corps
Corpus Christi, Texas
11.1998 - 01.2015
- Directed administrative operations for the executive office and organizational support functions.
- Coordinated calendars, meetings, and travel arrangements for leadership staff to ensure efficient time management and resource allocation.
- Prepared reports, correspondence, and confidential records for internal use.
- Managed office procedures, supplies, and daily workflow across departments.
- Supervised administrative staff and assigned routine office tasks.
- Reviewed documents for accuracy, completeness, and proper filing.
- Communicated with vendors to coordinate supply deliveries, visitors, and department contacts for office needs.
- Resolved administrative issues and supported smooth communication across teams.
- Coordinated with internal departments to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Directed special projects and daily operations.
- Oversaw daily operations of multiple business units.
- Identified areas where operational efficiencies could be improved upon.
- Created and maintained a filing system for all documents related to the department's activities.
- Scheduled meetings, conferences, and other events for department personnel.
- Analyzed data regarding customer service issues to identify trends or common problems that needed to be addressed.
- Ensured compliance with all relevant regulations and laws governing the organization's operations.
- Supervised subordinate staff to perform their duties efficiently.
- Assisted in the preparation of budget requests for the upcoming fiscal year.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed during daily operations.
- Conducted performance evaluations for employees under direct supervision.
- Maintained records of employee attendance, leave, and overtime hours worked.
- Coordinated travel arrangements for department personnel.
- Oversaw daily operational and administrative needs for personnel to maintain organizational effectiveness and support team goals.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly while maintaining positive relationships with clients.
- Oversaw implementation of new technologies designed to streamline administrative processes.
- Developed and implemented administrative procedures to ensure efficient workflow.
- Drafted correspondence related to departmental matters.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members in a timely manner while maintaining professional relationships.
- Monitored progress of projects assigned to staff members in order to ensure deadlines were met.
- Planned and executed orientation programs for new hires—new employees and interns.
- Served as liaison between upper management and staff members within the department.
- Provided support to other departments in achieving organizational goals.
- Generated reports on departmental activities.
- Participated in developing long-term strategies to improve the effectiveness of the organization's operations.
- Oversaw operation of administrative services, finances, contract negotiation, and fulfillment, customer service and marketing divisions.
- Monitored collection, compilation and analysis of divisional financial reporting, approving expenditures pursuant to budgetary parameters and eliminating unnecessary expenses.
- Liaised between corporate departments to coordinate operations and eliminate impediments to interdepartmental collaboration.
- Mentored staff members to improve understanding of roles within company operations, fostering professional development and enhancing team collaboration.
- Oversaw corrective action plans to remedy structural, organizational and departmental issues.
- Executed on-time, under-budget project management to adhere to project roadmap.
- Created program to promote new managers from within, leading to cohesive leadership structure.
Education
High School Diploma -
Louis W Fox Technical High School
San Antonio, TX05-1998
Some College (No Degree) -
San Antonio College
San Antonio, TXSkills
- Rebar tying
- Rebar installation
- Rebar cutting
- Rebar bending
- Reinforcing mesh placement
- Formwork setting
- Formwork alignment
- Concrete placement
- Concrete pouring assistance
- Power tool operation
- Construction safety
- Quality inspection
- Material handling
- Heavy lifting
- Site preparation
- Crew coordination
- Crew supervision
- Jobsite reporting
- Blueprint reading
- Construction documentation
- Project documentation
- Field communication
- Team communication
- Clear communication
- Written communication
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Multitasking capacity
- Worksite collaboration
- Jobsite decision-making
- Hand tool proficiency
- Hand tools operation
- Power tool operation
- Stirrup fabrication
- Decking installation
- Hand-eye coordination
- Route planning
- Ethical leadership
- Ethical leadership
Languages
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Form Seter/Rodbuster
MCS General Contracting
01.2019 - 10.2026
Driver
Austin Delivery Services
01.2016 - 01.2018
Administrative Supervisor
United States Marine Corps
11.1998 - 01.2015
High School Diploma -
Louis W Fox Technical High School
Some College (No Degree) -
San Antonio College