Justin Edwards
Douglasville,Georgia
Summary
Skilled subcontractor with solid background in construction and project management. Proven abilities in coordinating with main contractors, ensuring compliance with plans and specifications, and managing work-site safety protocols. Strong negotiation skills have consistently resulted in favorable contract terms. Have effectively led teams, coordinated tasks, and ensured timely completion of projects to client satisfaction.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Subcontractor
Real Mccoy pressure washing
Douglasville, Georgia
04.2020 - Current
- Maintained accurate records of daily progress, costs, and materials used on the project.
- Oversaw all aspects of construction projects from start to finish.
- Managed on-site personnel including laborers, subcontractors, and engineers.
- Ensured that safety standards were maintained at all times during the duration of the project.
- Inspected completed projects upon completion for adherence to specified requirements.
- Saved money by managing cost-effective supplier purchases.
- Ensured all construction practices met or exceeded environmental and sustainability standards.
Line Cook
Outback Steakhouse
Douglasville, Georgia
03.2021 - 01.2022
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
- Stocked and restocked kitchen supplies as needed.
- Ensured freshness of food and ingredients by checking for quality, keeping track of old and new items, and rotating stock.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
- Followed health and safety standards to ensure safe working environment for employees and customers alike.
- Assisted in prep work such as washing vegetables or butchering meat when needed.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
- Ensured that all dishes were prepared according to recipe specifications.
- Plated dishes according to restaurant presentation standards before delivering them to customers.
- Adhered to sanitation policies at all times when handling food products.
- Inspected equipment for cleanliness prior to use every shift.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Followed proper food handling methods and maintained correct temperature of food products.
- Helped other staff members complete job tasks during peak times to keep kitchen running efficiently.
- Received and stored food and supplies.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
Line Cook
O'Charley's
Douglasville, GA
08.2020 - 03.2021
- Portioned food onto plates, added garnishes and sauces and handed off to wait staff for serving.
- Memorized new menu items and ingredients quickly to help customers select items meeting needs and preferences.
- Sanitized kitchen counters and preparation areas to prevent foodborne illness and cross-contamination.
- Chopped vegetables and seasoned meats and fish in preparation for grilling, sautéing and braising.
- Adhered to regulatory standards regarding safe and sanitary food prep.
- Performed workstation prep prior to shift start.
- Helped other staff members complete job tasks during peak times to keep kitchen running efficiently.
- Grilled and deep fried various foods from meats to potatoes.
Subcontractor
Traffic Safety of Atlanta
Atlanta, GA
03.2018 - 08.2020
- Maintained accurate records of daily progress, costs, and materials used on the project.
- Oversaw all aspects of construction projects from start to finish.
- Managed on-site personnel including laborers, and subcontractors.
- Coordinated with engineers, city officials and other laborers throughout the construction process.
- Reviewed blueprints and other documentation prior to commencement of projects for accuracy and completeness.
- Ensured that safety standards were maintained at all times during the duration of the project.
- Identified potential problems before they occurred to minimize delays or additional expenses.
- Monitored job sites regularly for hazardous conditions that could cause harm or delay progress.
- Provided technical guidance to team members as needed when challenges arose during the course of a project.
- Inspected completed projects upon completion for adherence to specified requirements.
- Monitored overall safety by regularly inspecting job sites and confirming observation of protocols and standards by workers.
- Reduced accidents on construction sites by adhering to health and safety regulations and reporting problems.
- Conducted regular on-site inspections to monitor construction progress and quality.
- Led team meetings to disseminate information, address concerns, and motivate workers.
- Implemented strict safety protocols to maintain a secure and accident-free work environment.
- Resolved unexpected issues and challenges, applying problem-solving skills to maintain project momentum.
- Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
General Laborer Carpenter
Bill's Maintenance
Douglasville, Georgia
03.2016 - 02.2018
- Assisted in the assembly of structures from wood and other materials.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks for delivery to job sites.
- Measured, cut, and shaped wood pieces according to specifications.
- Installed doors, windows, stairs, cabinets, siding, flooring, roofing systems, and other components as needed.
- Constructed forms for pouring concrete foundations.
- Operated power saws and drills to cut lumber into specified sizes.
- Followed blueprints or instructions from supervisors for constructing projects.
- Performed maintenance tasks such as sanding surfaces or applying preservatives to wood products.
- Repaired damaged walls by replacing drywall sections or patching holes with spackling compound.
- Applied finishes like paint or varnish to protect the surface of wooden objects.
- Assembled scaffolding and ladders for working at heights safely.
- Utilized hand tools such as hammers, screwdrivers, levels and saws accurately.
- Cleaned up debris on construction sites daily after work was completed.
- Planned out layout of project before beginning installation process.
- Provided support to other carpenters during complex installations.
- Replaced broken parts on existing structures with new ones.
- Cut materials to specified sizes for installation with power saws and tile cutters.
- Constructed, installed and repaired cabinets, shelves, flooring, doors, and window frames.
- Inspected work to verify quality and conformance to specifications.
- Communicated with teammates and supervisors frequently to understand requirements and complete projects on time.
- Worked independently on projects and tasks within carpentry team.
- Took accurate measurements to calculate size and amount of materials needed for project completion.
- Installed windows, flooring, or trim using hand or power tools.
- Removed damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repaired or replaced using hand tools.
- Bore boltholes in wood, masonry or concrete using electric or pneumatic drill.
- Maintained records and documented actions for progress reports.
Lineman Helper
Terry Jackson & Alinessociates
Douglasville, Georgia
11.2013 - 02.2016
- Assisted in the installation of power lines and related equipment, including poles, anchors, transformers, insulators, and conductors.
- Helped to maintain existing power lines by replacing broken or damaged components.
- Operated a variety of hand tools such as drills, wrenches, screwdrivers, hammers, and saws.
- Provided assistance to linemen while they were performing their duties.
- Climbed utility poles to perform maintenance tasks using safety harnesses and other climbing gear.
- Loaded trucks with materials needed for jobsite activities such as ladders, wire rope slings, pulleys.
- Assisted in setting up temporary power supplies for construction sites or special events.
- Used bucket trucks to lift linemen into place while they worked on high voltage lines.
- Followed safety protocols at all times while working around hazardous electricity sources.
- Performed ground work, setting up traffic cones and safety signs to secure work areas.
- Operated bucket trucks, diggers, and other equipment to erect poles and light or heavy power lines.
- Installed street lights and security lights, including wiring and fixture mounting.
- Controlled traffic passing near, in or around work zones.
- Transported supplies to work sites, removed from trucks and organized for crew use.
- Promoted team efficiency by consistently picking up excess materials and tools.
- Positioned, aligned or sealed concrete wall sections or pipes.
Laborer Technician
Scott Equipment & Services
Villa Rica, Georgia
09.2010 - 07.2013
- Operated heavy machinery such as forklifts, cranes, and jackhammers.
- Inspected, serviced and maintained forklift equipment as needed.
- Performed minor repairs such as replacing hoses, filters, and belts.
- Repaired hydraulic systems, engines, transmissions, brakes and other components of the forklift.
- Replaced defective parts with new or reconditioned parts from stock inventory.
- Tested repaired equipment to ensure proper operation before returning it to service.
- Performed preventative maintenance on all forklifts including changing oil, lubricating moving parts, checking tire pressure.
- Cleaned interior and exterior of machines as required by safety standards.
- Conducted regular inspections of forklifts to identify potential issues before they become major problems.
- Documented repair work performed on mobile equipment via electronic and written service reports.
- Tracked repairs made, labor time and parts used to calculate bill.
Education
GED -
Alexander High School
Douglasville, GA07-2010
Skills
- Cost Control
- Problem-Solving
- Materials Procurement
- Project Management
- General construction
- Building construction knowledge
- New construction sites
- Construction Maintenance
- Heavy Lifting
- Subcontractor coordination
- Tools and equipment
- Safety Procedures
- Installations and repairs
- Scheduling and Planning
- Customer interaction
- Team Mentoring
- Quality Control
- Project Oversight
- Commercial and residential projects
- Job Site Cleanup
- Job set up and preparation
- Food Safety
- Food rotation
- Food presentation
- Kitchen Operations
- Food Storage
- Attention to Detail
- Food Allergen Safety
- Team Coordination
- Cleaning and organization
- Knife Skills
- Professional Attitude
- Forklift Operation
- Safety awareness
- Warehouse Safety
- Loading and unloading
- Assembly line experience
- Accident Prevention
- Traffic routing procedures
- Hazard awareness
- Traffic Control
Certification
- Forklift Operator Certification - National Safety Council or other accredited bodies.
- State-Specific Flagger Certification – Various State Departments of Transportation.
Timeline
Line Cook
Outback Steakhouse
03.2021 - 01.2022
Line Cook
O'Charley's
08.2020 - 03.2021
Subcontractor
Real Mccoy pressure washing
04.2020 - Current
Subcontractor
Traffic Safety of Atlanta
03.2018 - 08.2020
General Laborer Carpenter
Bill's Maintenance
03.2016 - 02.2018
Lineman Helper
Terry Jackson & Alinessociates
11.2013 - 02.2016
Laborer Technician
Scott Equipment & Services
09.2010 - 07.2013
- Forklift Operator Certification - National Safety Council or other accredited bodies.
- State-Specific Flagger Certification – Various State Departments of Transportation.
GED -
Alexander High School
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