Keith Waller
Newport News,VA
Summary
Seasoned site super
I started out when I was 8 as a gofer for my dad for $20 a day in the summer. I've swung a hammer for the majority of my life. I enjoy what I do and I'm good at what I do. I've built 6500 sqft homes in Ford's colony and I've built a $100,000 custom pantry for one of the writers of Star wars. Now I'm looking to build a future somewhere I can grow professionally.
Knowledgeable leader with record of accomplishment on diverse construction projects. Translates directives from construction managers and clients into actionable on-site directives to consistently meet project demands. Expert in tackling problems head-on and maintaining strict standards to ensure we deliver a top-notch product.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Job Site Lead
Upgrade remodeling
Yorktown, Virginia
02.2023 - 12.2024
- Maintained daily operations of job site
- Provided leadership for a team of up to 5 workers on-site
- Processed paperwork related to payroll timecards for employees working at the job site.
- Assigned tasks to personnel based on individual strengths and abilities.
- Adhered strictly to all local building codes in order to maintain compliance.
- Interpreted blueprints, schematics, drawings, specifications, and instructions as needed
- Established and maintained close working relationships with staff, clients and vendors.
- Maintained detailed records of construction progress, personnel, and material usage for reporting purposes.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
- Kept production team moving forward for progress in daily site operations
- Conducted site visits to assess project requirements and potential challenges.
- Assessed completed work for any discrepancies before finalizing payment for contractors.
- Developed custom plans for building projects based on customer needs and preferences.
- Took accurate measurements to calculate size and amount of materials needed for project completion.
- Removed damaged or defective parts or sections of structures, and repaired or replaced them using hand and power tools.
- Maintained clean and organized workplace to optimize performance, efficiency and safety.
- Installed windows, flooring, or trim using hand or power tools.
- Fabricated cabinet frames using a variety of woodworking tools, including saws, routers, and jointers.
- Built custom cabinets, range hoods, shelving, custom doors, and stairs from raw materials based on customer specifications.
- Designed custom cabinets by planning layouts, cutting materials, and installing finished pieces.
- Installed doors, floors, shower walls, shower doors, tubs, vanities, toilets, windows, and other interior fixtures according to blueprints and specifications.
- Performed various carpentry duties, including both rough and finish carpentry.
- Maintained the company van, including scheduled fluid changes, tire replacement/repair, cleanliness, and tool inventory.
- Maintaining expense reports for each customer, filing receipts, and making material and necessary tool purchases with the company card.
Remodeling Carpenter
Total Home Improvements
Yorktown , VA
03.2022 - 02.2023
- Measured distances accurately using tape measures, levels and squares.
- Worked closely with contractors to ensure timely completion of projects within budget constraints.
- Repaired damaged parts of buildings such as walls, floors and roofs.
- Assisted in the demolition of existing structures to prepare for remodeling projects.
- Applied different types of finishes including paint, stain, varnish and polyurethane coating.
- Provided technical advice on remodeling techniques that would improve structural integrity or aesthetic appeal.
- Planned layout of construction projects according to building codes and customer requirements.
- Inspected existing structures prior to renovation work to identify areas requiring repair or replacement.
- Built stairs based on blueprints or sketches provided by clients.
- Cut lumber and drywall to specified sizes with power saws and hand tools.
- Resolved problems related to design or functionality during project implementation.
- Constructed frames for walls, ceilings and floors using wood components.
- Shaped or cut materials to proper measurements using hand tools, machines or power saws.
- Installed cabinets, base cabinets and crown molding.
- Applied design-specific wood and composite trim according to architectural plans and neighborhood regulations.
- Positioned and installed floor joists, trusses and rafters.
- Communicated with teammates and supervisors frequently to understand requirements and complete projects on time.
- Consistently constructed square and level projects.
- Utilized various tools, equipment, materials and forming systems to complete construction tasks.
- Worked independently on projects and tasks within carpentry team.
- Adhered to project blueprints and requirements to deliver quality work.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tabb High School
Yorktown, VA06-2011
Skills
- Documentation management
- Subcontractor management
- Task delegation
- Construction supervision
- Power tool operation
- Door installation
- Finish carpentry
- Siding installation
- Drywall installation
- Client communication
- Crown molding
- Plumbing basics
- Flooring installation
- Reading and understanding blueprints and drawings
- Understanding and knowledge of local building codes
- Knowledge of a wide variety of materials and their proper uses
- Cabinet installation
- Staircase construction
- Custom millwork
- Frame to finish carpenter
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Job Site Lead
Upgrade remodeling
02.2023 - 12.2024
Remodeling Carpenter
Total Home Improvements
03.2022 - 02.2023
High School Diploma -
Tabb High School