Justin Slazyk
West Seneca
Summary
Experienced siding installer with a strong focus on quality assurance and safety. Expertise in precise measurements, effective communication, and collaboration with diverse teams to deliver exceptional results.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
2012
2012
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Siding Installer
Sahlems Roofing and Siding
West Seneca
02.2023 - Current
- Installed various siding materials based on project specifications and design plans.
- Measured and cut siding components to ensure precise fit and alignment.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a safe and efficient work environment.
- Applied weatherproofing techniques to enhance durability and performance of installations.
- Assisted in training new installers on techniques and safety procedures.
- Inspected completed work for quality assurance and adherence to standards.
- Operated hand and power tools safely for various installation tasks.
- Communicated effectively with clients regarding project timelines and expectations.
- Utilized hand tools such as hammers, saws and drills in order to complete projects.
- Cut and trimmed material to shape to fit around windows and corners.
- Ensured that all nails were placed at proper angles so that siding would not come loose over time.
- Prepared surfaces for siding installation by sanding, scraping, cleaning or removing old siding.
- Checked that the siding was level using a spirit level tool.
- Used screws and nails to fasten wood or metal laths to surfaces.
- Repaired minor damage caused by weather conditions or accidents after completion of projects.
- Installed flashing around windows, doors and other openings in walls.
- Used caulking guns to apply sealants around joints where two pieces of material meet.
- Built scaffolding or ladders for access to higher sections of building exteriors when needed.
- Applied roofing tar paper as necessary prior to the installation of siding.
- Measured, cut and installed siding materials to specified dimensions.
- Applied precut siding and manually cut material to size and shape at work sites.
- Loaded and unloaded ladders, walk boards, latter jacks and other large tools and equipment to prepare for job tasks.
- Replaced damaged or rotten wood with new material when necessary.
- Read and interpreted specs, building plans, blueprints and sketches to successfully complete each task.
- Worked closely with other tradespeople such as electricians and plumbers to ensure seamless integration between different components of project.
- Operated saw blade in reverse to cut pieces of vinyl.
- Followed sequence indicated by numbers printed on pieces and interlocked pieces through tabs at edges to properly attach siding.
- Layered caulk and sealants to installed surfaces to fill gaps and cracks and act as bonding agent.
- Covered exposed areas with plastic sheeting when painting or staining was required.
- Performed periodic maintenance checks on all tools used during installation process.
- Applied asbestos, aluminum, pulpwood fiber or plastic panels to building exteriors to provide decorative or insulative surfaces.
- Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
- Demonstrated best safety practices working at heights and lifting various objects.
- Cleaned or prepared construction sites to eliminate hazards.
- Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
- Understood how to operate and maintain job site equipment safely and for maximum productivity.
- Learned and mastered skilled trade specialties under guidance of expert mentors.
- Assisted with diverse construction challenges to help team and customer.
- Worked productively as lead or helping team member to drive customer satisfaction.
Education
Frontier High School
Hamburg , NY Skills
- Siding installation
- Weatherproofing techniques
- Blueprint interpretation
- Tool operation
- Quality assurance
- Construction safety
- Team collaboration
- Client communication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Employee training
- Safety practices
- Physical endurance
- Siding installation techniques
- Soffit and fascia work
- Proper measurement
- Weatherproofing knowledge
- J-channel installation
- Precision cutting
- Flashing installation
- Insulation installation
- Window capping
- Fiber cement siding
- Wood siding experience
- Vinyl siding expertise
- Worksite organization
- Gutter installation
- Power tools operation
- Corner post trimming
- Hand tools proficiency
- Plumbing basics
- Construction math
- Reliability
- Time management abilities
- Effective communication
- Punctual and dependable
- Site preparation
- Goal setting
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Material loading and unloading
- Framing techniques
- Continuous improvement
- First Aid/CPR
- Measurements and calculations
- Team player
- Job site measuring and layout
- Physical agility and coordination
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Installation and finishing
- Drywall installation
- Worksite safety and maintenance
Timeline
Siding Installer
Sahlems Roofing and Siding
02.2023 - Current
Frontier High School