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Julian Contreras
Houston
Work Preference
Summary
Skilled Civil and Form Carpenter with background in both commercial and industrial construction. Possess strong knowledge of carpentry techniques, tools, materials, and building codes. Exhibits exceptional leadership skills with the ability to manage crews to complete projects on time and within budget while maintaining highest standards of workmanship. Past roles involved significant improvements in project efficiency through effective resource management and workflow optimization.
Skilled heavy equipment operator proficient in operating backhoes, excavators, dump trucks, off-road trucks and skip loaders. Dependable and hardworking team leader and collaborator with several years of construction industry experience. Works safely while supporting teams to meet deadlines.
Laid out foundation lines based on surveyor's instructions and measurements.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Civil carpenter
Turner Industries
Houston
03.2026 - Current
- Constructed frameworks using wood and metal materials for various projects.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure safety and functionality on job sites.
- Followed blueprints and specifications to accurately execute building plans.
Civil Carpenter leadmen
Structural Preservation Systems
Houston
04.2023 - 04.2026
- Read blueprints or technical drawings to determine the specific requirements for each project.
- Installed steel reinforcement bars to strengthen concrete constructions.
- Calculated measurements and dimensions of structures using rulers, measuring tapes, and levels.
- Leveled surfaces using power screeds or hand tampers prior to pouring concrete slabs or installing flooring material.
- Repaired damaged structures by replacing broken parts or reinforcing weakened areas.
- Assembled formwork for concrete structures.
- Drilled holes into masonry walls and inserted anchors for fastening purposes.
- Measured cut lengths of wood accurately using saws or other cutting tools.
- Laid out foundation lines based on surveyor's instructions and measurements.
- Applied waterproofing compounds around joints and seams in order to protect them from moisture damage.
- Followed OSHA and corporate safety regulations to avoid on-the-job injuries and accidents.
- Discussed key project details each day with professionals to ascertain if key milestones would be met.
- Worked independently on projects and tasks within carpentry team.
- Communicated with teammates and supervisors frequently to understand requirements and complete projects on time.
Civil foreman
Peñaloza cinstruction
Houston
05.2021 - 02.2022
- Supervised daily operations and ensured compliance with safety regulations.
- Coordinated workforce schedules to optimize project efficiency and resource allocation.
- Trained new employees on equipment use and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with project managers to discuss timelines and project specifications clearly.
- Provided leadership through example by demonstrating safe working practices at all times.
Civil Carpenter
Dana Industrial Group
Houston
- Read blueprints or technical drawings to determine the specific requirements for each project.
- Installed steel reinforcement bars to strengthen concrete constructions.
- Calculated measurements and dimensions of structures using rulers, measuring tapes, and levels.
Civil Carpenter
Keystone Concrete
Houston
- Installed steel reinforcement bars to strengthen concrete constructions.
- Assembled formwork for concrete structures.
- Constructed timber forms for foundations and walls in accordance with specifications.
- Followed OSHA and corporate safety regulations to avoid on-the-job injuries and accidents.
- Took accurate measurements to calculate size and amount of materials needed for project completion.
- Utilized various tools, equipment, materials and forming systems to complete construction tasks.
Civil Carpenter
Ceco Concrete Construction
Houston
- Mixed, poured, and finished concrete to create various structures.
- Used power tools such as drills and saws to cut lumber into desired shapes.
- Communicated effectively with team members regarding project progress.
- Consulted blueprints or technical drawings when setting up formwork.
- Prepared surface areas prior to construction activities by cleaning off dirt and debris.
Heavy Equipment Operator
BSI Engineering
Houston
- Utilized GPS systems to accurately plot out job sites for excavation purposes.
- Managed daily operations of heavy equipment fleet, including troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Assisted with the installation of underground utilities such as sewer lines and water mains.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
- Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
Skills
- Operation of heavy equipment
- Measuring and cutting materials with a hand saw
- Construction and assembly of wooden forms
- Reading and interpreting construction blueprints
- Team leadership and supervision
- calculate yards of concrete
- calculate material such as wood, rebar, earth that is needed in the project
Training
- Basic plus
- Twic card
Timeline
Civil carpenter
Turner Industries
03.2026 - Current
Civil Carpenter leadmen
Structural Preservation Systems
04.2023 - 04.2026
Civil foreman
Peñaloza cinstruction
05.2021 - 02.2022
Heavy Equipment Operator
BSI Engineering
Civil Carpenter
Ceco Concrete Construction
Civil Carpenter
Keystone Concrete
Civil Carpenter
Dana Industrial Group