Jose D Berrios
Elizabeth,NJ
Summary
Dedicated Carpenter with 40 years of experience in carpentry and construction. Focused on completing construction projects on time or ahead of schedule. Strong background in maintaining, repairing, and constructing facilities within educational environments. Proven ability to perform high-quality carpentry work while adhering to strict safety standards, schedules, and regulations to support a safe and functional learning environment. Extensive experience in school and campus facilities maintenance, including classroom repairs, doors, windows, cabinetry, and structural improvements. Known for attention to detail, teamwork, and completing projects with minimal disruption to students and staff. Fluent in Spanish.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Carpenter
Newark Public Schools
07.2008 - Current
- Supervised Journeymen on various projects throughout the district
- Ensured safety protocols were being followed during construction tasks
- Collaborated with experienced carpenters to understand material selection and usage
- Demonstrated versatility in carpentry techniques, working proficiently with both hand tools and power tools to achieve desired results.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
- Inspected buildings to identify repair needs.
- Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment.
- Installation of new floors, metal framing and finished trim work
- Repaired damaged doors, windows and other structures.
- Installation of commercial doors and frames
- Installed drywall, ceilings, trim and fabricated replacement trim and moldings.
Owner
Economy Builders, Incorporated
Roselle Park, New Jersey
01.1985 - 05.2012
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Guided renovations and alternatives to existing homes and businesses.
- Coordinated the progression of projects via communication with owners, surveyors, architects, attorneys, building inspectors, suppliers, mechanical contractors, and financial sources.
- Worked with electrical contractors installing all the rough and finished electrical wiring
- Developed and implemented operational strategies to enhance business efficiency and profitability.
- Managed day-to-day business operation
- Resolved customer and administrative issues through exceptional personal communication skills
- Managed financial planning, budgeting, and forecasting to ensure sustainable growth.
- Established strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring consistent delivery of goods and services at competitive prices.
- Ensured compliance with relevant regulations, maintaining proper documentation and licensing requirements.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure favorable terms for the business.
- Overseeing inventory management, reducing waste and maintaining adequate stock levels to meet demand.
- Developed and nurtured lasting customer relationships by projecting professional corporate image and responding quickly to logistical and scheduling issues.
- Optimized workflow processes through careful analysis of operational needs and resource allocation.
- Improved safety standards by regularly reviewing protocols and implementing necessary updates.
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
Education
High School Diploma -
Essex County Vocational Schools
Bloomfield, NJ06.1985
Timeline
Carpenter
Newark Public Schools
07.2008 - Current
Owner
Economy Builders, Incorporated
01.1985 - 05.2012
High School Diploma -
Essex County Vocational Schools