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Joshua Dearman

Florence

Summary

Hardworking professional with several years of experience completing high-quality concrete projects. Practiced at preparing site, building forms and pouring concrete. Dynamic and skilled House Painter at Parkers Painting, adept in surface preparation and paint application. Proven ability to estimate materials accurately and communicate effectively with clients. Expertise in scaffolding setup and safety compliance ensures high-quality finishes.

Committed to delivering exceptional results while fostering teamwork and problem-solving on every project. Hardworking Concrete Laborer with hands-on experience preparing and laying concrete materials. Skilled in interpreting blueprints, applying finishing techniques and leveling surfaces. Detailed and organized individual possessing deep knowledge of forklift and spreading and smoothing tool operations.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

House Painter

Parkers Painting
Florence
10.2019 - Current
  • Prepared surfaces for painting by filling cracks, holes and other imperfections with caulk or putty.
  • Protected floors and furniture from paint spills using drop cloths.
  • Sanded down existing finishes that were peeling or cracked before repainting them.
  • Applied sealants to protect painted surfaces from weathering elements.
  • Vacuumed up dust after sanding surfaces prior to painting them.
  • Repaired drywall defects prior to painting by patching holes or sanding rough spots.
  • Removed fixtures such as door knobs, light switch covers, window sashes and hardware prior to painting.
  • Cleaned walls and woodwork with detergents or steam cleaners to remove dirt and grease.
  • Measured wall area accurately to determine amount of material needed for each project.
  • Provided estimates on labor costs based on customer requests.
  • Stained woodwork including cabinets, doors and furniture pieces upon request.
  • Calculated the amounts of materials required to complete each job accurately.
  • Inspected areas for needed repairs before applying primer or final coat of paint.
  • Selected appropriate materials such as primers, paints, thinners, varnishes and stains in accordance with job requirements.
  • Cut trim pieces using saws, miter boxes or electric trim cutters as necessary.
  • Cleaned and protected interior and exterior surfaces with oils and mildew remover.
  • Set up scaffolding and ladders to access elevated surfaces safely, following OSHA, and company guidelines for proper equipment usage.
  • Executed advanced finishing techniques to achieve customized appearance of finished surfaces.
  • Received work orders from supervisors and clients to determine scope of work, materials needed and other job requirements.
  • Protected exposed surfaces from harmful substances by setting up drop cloths, plastic or paper.
  • Applied paint, stain and varnish to wood, metal, plastic and drywall both inside and outside of residential dwellings using sprayers, brushes and rollers.
  • Sanded, stripped, brushed and power washed surfaces to clean and smooth, ensuring adherence of paint and primer.
  • Primed and sealed unfinished wood, plastic and metal surfaces to prepare for additional coats of paint and other finishing substances.
  • Calculated amounts of required materials and approximate time to complete each project to estimate project costs.
  • Used putty knives and caulking guns to fill cracks, holes and joints with plaster, putty and caulk.
  • Used sandpaper to scrape walls and other surfaces to remove old paint.
  • Sprayed and brushed custom artwork on interior and exterior walls and ceilings using stencils or by following sketches.
  • Covered surfaces and furnishings with cloth and plastic to protect from paint drops.
  • Met with clients to discuss color and finish options and other design details.
  • Removed fixtures and electric switch covers prior to painting.
  • Applied primers or sealers to prepare new surfaces for finish coats.
  • Used brushes, spray guns and paint rollers to paint exterior surfaces.
  • Identified surface to be covered and characteristics of finish to properly select roller, power sprayer and right size brush.

Concrete Finisher

Dust Devil Contracting
Mesa
08.1999 - 07.2013
  • Sprayed curing compound on newly finished surfaces as needed.
  • Operated power vibrators to compact concrete into place.
  • Repaired damaged areas of existing concrete structures using appropriate materials.
  • Checked alignment of forms prior to pouring concrete ensuring accuracy of final product.
  • Applied hardening compounds to protect the surface from weathering and staining.
  • Mixed, poured and spread concrete using a variety of tools including trowels, floats and screeds.
  • Finished surfaces by hand-troweling or machine-troweling for a smooth finish.
  • Monitored conditions of the job site to prevent damage or accidents due to wet cement or other hazardous materials.
  • Inspected work sites to ensure that all safety protocols were followed.
  • Ensured that proper grades were maintained throughout the project for drainage purposes.
  • Provided assistance in completing projects within deadlines set by supervisor and client.
  • Maintained records related to job progress such as hours worked per day and amount of material used.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading supplies such as bags of cement onto trucks or wheelbarrows.
  • Installed expansion joints, sealants, coatings, and other protective treatments according to specifications.
  • Cleaned work area at end of each shift removing debris, unused material.
  • Measured and cut reinforcing steel bars in order to reinforce the structure.
  • Performed daily maintenance checks on equipment used during job such as wheelbarrows, shovels.
  • Leveled and smoothed freshly placed concrete with a straight edge or float.
  • Assisted in setting up formwork prior to pouring concrete.
  • Inspected completed projects for quality assurance purposes.
  • Prepared mixtures of sand, gravel, cement and water according to specified proportions.
  • Followed instructions given by supervisors regarding job requirements such as depth and width measurements.
  • Prepared concrete by hand mixing sand and cement.
  • Laid and repaired concrete to make level and long-lasting surfaces.
  • Set up scaffolding, braces, and other temporary structures to support crew during work.
  • Used numerous types of power tools and other equipment daily.
  • Finished surfaces by troweling, floating and brushing following project requirements and specifications.
  • Used forklifts and other equipment to move materials and complete project work with construction team.
  • Placed steel pins using sledgehammer.
  • Operated excavators and loaders to prepare site.
  • Upheld requirements for safe operations and reporting of incidents.
  • Poured concrete into forms using pump hose and leveled.
  • Dismantled forms using basic and advanced tools.
  • Positioned wire mesh and rebar to reinforce concrete.
  • Compacted grade using jumping jack or plate compactor equipment.
  • Calculated concrete quantities needed for jobs.
  • Reviewed blueprints and other drawings to identify correct grades.
  • Troubleshot equipment issues and determined best courses of action for repairs.
  • Worked with teammates to move steel forms.
  • Maintained safety of work areas by adhering to strict regulations.
  • Constructed forms to create various concrete structures.
  • Molded expansion joints and edges using edging tools, jointers, and straightedge.
  • Inspected and maintained tools and equipment.
  • Removed rough or defective spots from concrete surfaces, using power grinder, or chisel and hammer.
  • Removed debris and waste to clean site after completing work.
  • Loaded and unloaded necessary tools, materials, and machines from trucks and trailers.
  • Restored damaged and worn stonework on old buildings or sites.
  • Created requested finishes and results using small gravel for pebble appearance and other techniques.
  • Applied hardening and sealing compounds to cure concrete surface.
  • Signaled truck driver to pour concrete and move chute, directing concrete on forms.
  • Maintained inventory list of items used on job sites to provide reordering details.
  • Directed casting of concrete and supervised laborers using shovels or special tools to spread.
  • Prioritized tasks for each job after reading project blueprints and documents.
  • Protected surfaces from avoidable damages by using correct forming, bracing, preparation, and finishing techniques.
  • Built forms to specific dimensions to shape wet concrete.
  • Produced a rough concrete surface using brooms.
  • Set concrete forms to desired pitch and depth and aligned.
  • Repaired unsafe curbs, gutters, sidewalks, driveways and roadways.
  • Used various chemicals and tools to repair damaged items.
  • Spread, leveled and smoothed concrete using rake or shovel.
  • Monitored wind, heat or cold throughout curing process.
  • Shaped rounded edges on corners with edger tool and created grooves to control cracking.
  • Installed anchor bolts, steel plates and other fixtures in freshly poured concrete.

Education

East Valley Highschool
Mesa, AZ

Skills

  • Surface preparation
  • Paint application
  • Color selection
  • Material estimation
  • Drywall repair
  • Scaffolding setup
  • Concrete finishing
  • Concrete mixing
  • Formwork construction
  • Safety compliance
  • Blueprint reading
  • Project coordination
  • Customer communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Problem solving
  • Equipment operation
  • Time management
  • Pitch and depth correction
  • Cement and pavement
  • Slab construction
  • Driveway installation
  • Commercial construction experience
  • Stamped concrete
  • Screed usage
  • Truck chute operation
  • Sidewalk construction
  • Concrete repair
  • Patio building
  • Concrete curing
  • Trowel machinery
  • Power tool operation
  • OSHA protocols

Certification

  • Certified for Flag and Traffic

Languages

English
Full Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

House Painter

Parkers Painting
10.2019 - Current

Concrete Finisher

Dust Devil Contracting
08.1999 - 07.2013

East Valley Highschool

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