Jose Salvador Portillo Espinosa
Groves,TX
Summary
Proactive Laborer with extensive experience in material handling, painting, and carpentry. Proven ability to enhance worksite efficiency and safety while adhering to health and safety protocols. Strong skills in insulation installation, drywall, and blueprint interpretation, bringing reliable craftsmanship and effective time management to every project.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Laborer
Bechtel
01.2022 - Current
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Distribution of water and ice throughout the jobsite.
- Managed team to oversee general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Delivered consistent results under challenging weather conditions or other external factors affecting productivity.
- Mitigated potential hazards with thorough site cleanup efforts at the end of each workday.
- Improved worksite efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work areas.
- Promoted a positive work environment by demonstrating strong teamwork and communication skills.
- Ensured safety compliance through regular inspection of tools and equipment, reporting any issues promptly.
- Enhanced environmental compliance by conducting routine inspections, installation, and maintenance of environmental controls.
Painter/Industrial Insulator
Bechtel
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Mixed paint, varnish, shellac and lacquer to desired consistencies.
- Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
- Evaluated completed work for quality and adherence to standards and client requirements.
- Primed and sealed surfaces to best support paint coats.
- Followed safety procedures and properly used protective gear while painting.
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
Journeyman Insulator
PCI Industries
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Demonstrated adaptability by working in challenging environments such as confined spaces, extreme temperatures, and elevated heights.
- Conducted thorough inspections of completed installations, promptly identifying any discrepancies or defects requiring corrective action before final signoff.
- Maximized productivity through excellent time management skills, prioritizing tasks effectively while remaining adaptable to changing project needs or priorities.
- Applied and handled insulating products such as foam, fiberglass and cloth with mud.
Carpenter/Concrete Finisher
Self Employed
01.2008 - 01.2013
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and professionally while keeping them informed of project progress.
- Planned projects by identifying necessary equipment, tools, and required assistance.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Cut, shaped and installed siding, roofing and framing to protect interior of properties from harsh weather conditions.
- Demonstrated versatility in carpentry techniques, working proficiently with both hand tools and power tools to achieve desired results.
- Installed drywall, ceilings, trim and fabricated replacement trim and moldings.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and construction documents to determine project directives.
Skills
- Hand-tool proficiency
- Power Tool Operation
- Woodworking Techniques
- Painting and staining
- Health and safety compliance
- Layout planning
- Structural repair
- Insulation Installation
- Drywall Installation
- Concrete Forming
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Flooring Installation
- Measuring and Cutting
- Time Management
- Decision Making and Prioritization
Timeline
Laborer
Bechtel
01.2022 - Current
Painter/Industrial Insulator
Bechtel
01.2017 - 01.2022
Journeyman Insulator
PCI Industries
01.2016 - 01.2017
Carpenter/Concrete Finisher
Self Employed
01.2008 - 01.2013