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Jephtha Bennett

West Palm Beach

Summary

Accomplished Brick Mason with extensive experience at Overnight Success Construction Company, skilled in brick cutting and scaffolding setup. Proven track record of enhancing project efficiency and customer satisfaction through precise wall construction and effective communication. Committed to maintaining OSHA safety standards while delivering high-quality masonry work that meets industry specifications.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience

Work History

Bricklayer

Coastal Construction Co
09.2016 - Current
  • Worked safely on scaffolding and swing stages at various heights.
  • Laid brick for block walls and adhered to local codes and project restrictions.
  • Prepared work area using chalk lines, tapes, squares, and levels.
  • Enhanced project efficiency by diligently following architectural plans and specifications for bricklaying tasks.
  • Cut bricks and concrete using approved tools such as powered abrasive saws, paving breakers, drills, and hand tools.
  • Continuously improved professional skills through ongoing education in industry trends, best practices, and new technologies related to masonry work.
  • Ensured structural integrity by carefully laying bricks in a consistent and precise manner, according to industry standards.
  • Demonstrated thorough knowledge of industry tools, techniques, equipment, and materials.
  • Maintained job site safety with strict adherence to OSHA regulations and proper use of personal protective equipment.
  • Identified potential safety hazards and reported incidents and hazards to management.

Block Layer

Sister Construction
05.2004 - 09.2014
  • Contributed to professional development initiatives within the company by sharing knowledge and expertise in block laying techniques with new hires or apprentices.
  • Optimized material usage by efficiently estimating required quantities of bricks or blocks for various projects based on blueprints or specifications.
  • Bolstered customer satisfaction rates through consistent delivery of high-quality blockwork that met or exceeded expectations.
  • Maintained comprehensive records of all materials used throughout the duration of each project, supporting accurate budget tracking efforts.

Brick Mason

Overnight Success Construction Company
03.1993 - 11.1999
  • Examined existing brick buildings to gauge need for repairs.
  • Demonstrated accurate measurement, calculation and project layout skills.
  • Utilized common power and hand tools to complete each masonry project.
  • Constructed and repaired brick, concrete block, and stone structures for commercial and residential customers.
  • Performed building foundation layout with proper use of measuring tools.

Education

St.Elizabeth Technical High Scool
Santa Cruz, Jamaica

Skills

  • Brick cutting
  • Scaffolding setup
  • Site preparation
  • Concrete mixing
  • OSHA safety standards
  • Wall construction
  • Block laying

Timeline

Bricklayer

Coastal Construction Co
09.2016 - Current

Block Layer

Sister Construction
05.2004 - 09.2014

Brick Mason

Overnight Success Construction Company
03.1993 - 11.1999

St.Elizabeth Technical High Scool