Justin DeFazio
Loveland,Colorado
Summary
Resourceful Construction Superintendent with about 4 years of experience applying best practices when overseeing residential construction projects. Strong record of success in construction job management and directing crews of up to 1-20 workers. Clear communicator skilled at giving directions and enforcing rules. Ambitious, career-focused job seeker, anxious to obtain an entry-level job position to help launch new career while achieving company goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Remodel Merchandiser
SAS
Denver, CO
02.2024 - Current
- Regularly monitored store shelves to ensure product availability, restocking and rotating merchandise as needed.
- Developed promotional strategies to increase sales of featured products.
- Organized displays according to company standards and specifications.
- Analyzed inventory levels and made adjustments accordingly for maximum profitability.
- Assisted customers with locating desired items within store locations.
- Provided feedback from customers regarding product selection, display, and pricing.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment at all times.
- Set up attractive window displays that encouraged customers to enter the store.
- Worked closely with store managers to ensure compliance with corporate policies and procedures related to merchandising activities.
- Established processes for tracking damaged goods returns from retail outlets.
- Stocked and rotated shelves and built displays to deliver results for stores and suppliers.
- Built product displays and placed appropriate signage for merchandise.
Set up Tech
Mountain States Plastics
Johnstown, CO
01.2023 - Current
- Installed and configured equipment according to manufacturer specifications.
- Maintained accurate records of equipment maintenance, repairs and calibrations.
- Performed preventative maintenance on all machinery, including lubrication and cleaning.
- Adjusted machine settings to optimize performance and efficiency.
- Inspected parts for accuracy and quality assurance.
- Replaced worn or defective components when needed.
- Calibrated instruments to ensure accuracy of measurements.
- Utilized a variety of hand tools such as wrenches, torque wrenches, hammers, screwdrivers.
- Ensured proper functioning of production line by testing machinery regularly.
- Provided technical support to operators during set-up operations.
- Monitored production lines for smooth operations and troubleshot issues as they arise.
- Assisted in training new personnel on the use of various manufacturing systems.
- Conducted regular inspections on all machineries prior to start-up operations.
- Followed established procedures for maintaining a safe working environment at all times.
- Communicated effectively with other members of the team regarding progress updates or changes in procedure.
- Met production needs with timely preparation of required machinery.
- Checked production plans to understand upcoming sequences and machinery requirements.
Superintendent
Journey Homes
Greeley, CO
04.2018 - 12.2022
- Monitored project progress to enforce adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
- Supervised personnel to carry out maintenance on properties, buildings and fixtures.
- Allocated material and labor resources to promote on-time and under-budget project completion.
- Oversaw complete construction process to maximize quality, cost controls and efficiency.
- Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
- Attended and participated in progress and project meetings.
- Monitored construction schedule to deliver highest quality product on time and within budget.
- Coordinated installation activities for projects to promote smooth workflow and achieve quality standards.
- Managed projects by coordinating materials, inspections and contractor tasks.
- Created and executed project plan and schedule, complying with budget and quality measures.
- Recognized and enforced quality standards through daily inspection of construction sites.
- Kept production team moving forward for progress in daily site operations.
- Maintained safe work site by implementing safety requirements and good housekeeping regulations.
- Oversaw daily work of team using knowledge of local and national building codes for construction areas.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Planned, managed and coordinated construction activities to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Monitored work progress to ensure compliance with building codes, safety regulations and quality standards.
- Supervised staff including subcontractors and laborers on assigned projects.
- Provided technical advice for resolving design problems and construction issues.
- Inspected construction sites regularly to detect potential safety hazards and ensure compliance with safety protocols.
- Developed strategies for cost control, scheduling, quality assurance and problem solving.
- Ensured that all subcontractors are in compliance with contract documents by conducting regular inspections of their workmanship.
- Coordinated material procurement processes with suppliers while ensuring timely delivery of materials at job sites.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously using effective resource planning techniques.
- Oversaw employee productivity to enforce efficient use of materials and equipment.
- Evaluated plans and inspected ongoing construction to keep work in line with project goals.
- Prepared and presented verbal and written reports to provide recommendations to project team.
- Developed and maintained strong customer-focused relationships with stakeholders.
- Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
- Kept detailed progress records to hit strict deadlines and adjust plans.
- Defined and monitored personnel and project schedules to ensure on-time project completion.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
Paint Striping
PJ Striping
Windsor, CO
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Assisted in the selection of appropriate paint colors, finishes, and textures.
- Inspected job sites prior to beginning work for safety hazards or potential damage.
- Ensured that all necessary tools, equipment, and supplies were available at each job site.
- Maintained records of completed jobs, including details such as number of coats applied and type of paint used.
- Cleaned surfaces before painting to ensure proper adhesion of paint.
- Prepared walls by filling cracks, holes, and other imperfections with joint compound or spackling paste.
- Applied primers when needed prior to applying finish coatings.
- Sprayed interior and exterior surfaces using airless sprayers or brushes and rollers as required.
- Followed safety protocols while working with hazardous materials such as solvents, thinners, strippers .
- Adhered strictly to local building codes when performing all types of painting works.
- Monitored inventory levels of paints and supplies regularly so that orders could be placed in a timely manner.
- Developed creative solutions for challenging situations encountered during the course of a project.
- Used power and hand tools safely and effectively.
- Cleaned and properly stored paint equipment and supplies at end of each workday.
- Painted walls and other surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods and worked efficiently to complete jobs within required timeframes.
- Cleaned and smoothed surfaces prior to painting.
- Spread undercoats and finish materials using rollers and spray equipment.
- Sprayed prepared surfaces with specified amounts of primers and finish coatings.
- Mixed and applied paints, varnishes and sealants to promote lasting finish.
- Performed series of surface preparation techniques to maximize paint durability.
- Operated airless spray equipment and motorized lifts.
- Selected, mixed and applied surface coatings to match and restore interior or exterior surfaces.
- Mixed paints and solutions and monitored consistencies.
- Maintained thorough inventory of paint equipment and supplies by checking product levels.
- Documented progress and provided estimated completion time for clients.
Floor Associate
Walmart
Loveland, CO
04.2016 - 01.2018
- Processed merchandise returns and exchanges for customers to refund payments, trade items and offer store credit.
- Arranged merchandise for display to highlight new styles, attract customers and enhance sales.
- Welcomed customers, offered to help locate items and suggested merchandise without being intrusive or pushy.
- Counted cash, made change and stored coupons to keep organized and balanced cash register drawer.
- Engaged positively with each customer, providing professional and polite support for sales and service needs.
- Maintained current store, product and promotional knowledge to drive consistent sales.
- Kept calm and applied strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills to resolve conflicts.
- Maintained high standards of customer service during all interactions.
- Assisted customers with locating merchandise in the store.
- Greeted customers and answered their questions about product availability, prices, and use.
- Stocked shelves with merchandise according to company guidelines.
- Restocked shelves as needed throughout the day.
- Ensured that aisles were neat, clean, and free from hazards at all times.
Bakery Assistant
Java Bites
Loveland, CO
01.2015 - 04.2016
- Assisted in the preparation of dough for cakes, pies and other baked goods.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary work area throughout the day.
- Kept accurate records of all baking supplies used in production.
- Weighed ingredients and monitored temperatures during baking processes.
- Followed recipes to ensure consistent quality of finished products.
- Monitored expiration dates on ingredients and finished products.
- Organized storage areas to ensure efficient use of space and easy access to items needed for production.
- Inspected equipment regularly to identify any maintenance needs or malfunctions.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while working in the bakery area.
- Mixed batters according to specific recipes, ensuring accuracy in measurements.
- Baked cookies, muffins, breads, tarts, pies, cupcakes and other desserts.
- Demonstrated knowledge of proper food handling techniques when preparing ingredients.
- Worked closely with head baker to plan daily production schedules.
- Packaged finished products for sale in retail outlets or for delivery services.
- Conducted regular inventory checks to monitor stock levels of baking supplies.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing inquiries promptly and courteously.
- Arranged baked goods in attractive displays inside bakery cases to increase sales.
- Washed preparation utensils, tools and machinery by hand or industrial dishwasher.
- Assisted bakers in retrieving supplies from storage areas to keep bakery operations smooth during high-volume periods.
- Operated ovens, proofers, fryers, sheeters, rounders, scales and mixers for bakery
- Followed recipes to mix dough in batches sufficient for daily production quota.
- Washed preparation utensils, tools and machinery by hand and using industrial dishwasher, segregating used utensils from clean to prevent cross-contamination.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mountain View High School
Loveland, CO05.2018
Skills
- Labor Costing
- Risk Management
- Production Optimization
- Site Measuring and Marking
- Decision Making
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Employee Training
- Supply Ordering
- Equipment Safety Verification
- Worker Supervision
- Problem-Solving
- Assignment Delegation
- Dependable and Hardworking
- Team Leadership
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Problem Solving
- Process Updates
- Project Coordination
- Key Decision Making
- Quality Standards
- Building Codes Understanding
- Inventory Audits
- Returns and exchanges
- Store maintenance
- Workplace Safety
- Shelf Stocking
- Product Promotion
- Product Rotation
- Surface Preparation
- Finishing Techniques
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Respirator operation
- Quality Assurance
- Paint Sprayer Operation
- Color Matching
- Paint mixing
- Dependable
- Attention to Detail
- Strong Work Ethic
- Computer literate
- Time Management
- Scope of Work Planning
- Project plans and reports
- Creative Thinking
- Self-Directed and Motivated
- Caulking and Crack Filling
- Painting equipment operation
- Effective Multitasking
- Color mixing
- Project Management
Accomplishments
- Bought multiple properties before the age of 23
- Promoted from Detailer to Back end Superintendent, in less than 12-months.
- Consistently maintained high customer satisfaction ratings.
- Certified to run multiple forklifts
Timeline
Remodel Merchandiser
SAS
02.2024 - Current
Set up Tech
Mountain States Plastics
01.2023 - Current
Paint Striping
PJ Striping
01.2020 - 12.2022
Superintendent
Journey Homes
04.2018 - 12.2022
Floor Associate
Walmart
04.2016 - 01.2018
Bakery Assistant
Java Bites
01.2015 - 04.2016
High School Diploma -
Mountain View High School