Joshua Goodwin
Waterloo
Summary
Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success.
Safety-conscious Working Foreman promoting decision making, problem solving and organizational skills. Considered an expert in leading talented teams that meet job deadlines. Offering a strong drive to take charge, adapt to change and promote positive working environments.
Knowledgeable individual offering several years employed as working foreman on various successful projects. Resolves project issues quickly, interacts with individuals from all backgrounds and interprets construction blueprints. Excellent track record of overseeing crews on various construction project types and sizes.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
2016
2016
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Winter Framing Laborer
Mcdonald Construction
Cedar Falls
07.2023 - Current
- Installed window and door frames into interior walls.
- Provided assistance to other tradespeople when needed during the building process.
- Erected rafters, studs, and other structural components.
- Measured and cut lumber to required size for framing walls, floors, and roofs.
- Checked accuracy of measurements against blueprints before cutting materials accordingly.
- Laid out floor joists in accordance with approved plans.
Construction Foreman
Baker Enterprises
Waverly
03.2018 - Current
- Ordered supplies from vendors as required ensuring that sufficient quantities were available when needed.
- Directed workers in proper techniques for installation or repair of structures according to blueprints or specifications.
- Organized the storage of supplies, tools and equipment used in the course of construction activities.
- Maintained records such as daily time sheets, material orders, project costs and contractor information.
- Supervised and coordinated the activities of workers engaged in all phases of construction projects.
- Ensured that subcontractors adhered to contractual agreements, quality control standards and safety regulations.
- Enforced safety rules at all times to reduce workplace hazards for both employees and visitors.
- Developed work plans, assigned tasks and monitored progress to ensure timely completion of projects within budget.
- Resolved disputes between contractors and employees or among employees regarding job duties or performance issues.
- Analyzed data related to labor productivity trends in order to identify areas needing improvement.
Automotive Technician
Boubin Tire & Automotive
Waterloo
02.2015 - 11.2017
- Maintained a clean working environment at all times.
- Repaired vehicles according to manufacturer specifications by replacing worn parts such as brakes, wheel bearings, and spark plugs.
- Assisted in the diagnosis of complex electrical issues using appropriate test equipment.
- Followed established guidelines for troubleshooting and diagnosing various types of automotive systems.
Education
West Delaware High School
Manchester, IASkills
- Blueprint interpretation
- Project management
- Quality control
- Material procurement
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Employee training
- Cost estimation
- Task prioritization
- Worksite safety
- Framing/Carpentry
- Heavy machinery operation
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
Certification
- Class A CDL
Timeline
Winter Framing Laborer
Mcdonald Construction
07.2023 - Current
Construction Foreman
Baker Enterprises
03.2018 - Current
Automotive Technician
Boubin Tire & Automotive
02.2015 - 11.2017
West Delaware High School