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Kendell Gray

M.
Irvington,Alabama

Summary

Extremely organized and dependable candidate that is successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. With the willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Resourceful Site Supervisor tenacious about keeping operations on-schedule and on-budget. Successful at coordinating diverse resources and satisfying tough clients according to demanding timelines. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Also, a Hard-working Ironworker with excellent attendance record and stamina to perform strenuous labor. Personable, used to working outdoors and promoting [Number] years of employment operating dangerous equipment safely. Adaptable to all types of situations and works productively with different personalities. Experienced Reinforcing Ironworker skilled with reading and understanding architectural blueprints. Used plans and schematics to reinforce concrete walls with varying thicknesses of rebar. Customized reinforcements material based on needs of architect and structural engineering design. Experienced Construction professional with safety-driven and organized approach. Expertise includes permitting, inspections and OSHA compliance. Good recordkeeping and team leadership abilities.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Iron Worker

G A West Construction
12.2023 - 06.2024

Complied with OSHA and company safety guidelines for height safety, lock out tag out, confined space, and hazardous material handling.

Help with demolition, decommissioning, and rehabilitation of older bridges and buildings.

Install and and repair chain link and other fencing, as well as stell components and fasteners.

Read and follow blueprints, sketches, and other instructions.

Being able to be proficient in the industry tools and equipment.

Help with demolition, decommissioning, and rehabilitation of older bridges and buildings.

Install and and repair chain link and other fencing, as well as stell components and fasteners.

Read and follow blueprints, sketches, and other instructions.

Being able to be proficient in the industry tools and equipment.

  • Cut metal components to required lengths using metal shears, hacksaws, and bar cutters.
  • Contributed to successful project completion through precise cutting, bending, and welding of metal materials.
  • Inspected completed work for accuracy and adherence to building codes and safety standards.
  • Positioned rebar and other iron reinforcement following pouring of concrete.
  • Expedited construction timelines by effectively operating heavy equipment, such as cranes and forklifts.
  • Skillfully operated hand tools such as spud wrenches or drift pins for aligning bolt holes in steel members during assembly processes.
  • Strengthened team communication by proactively collaborating with supervisors, engineers, and other tradespeople on job sites.
  • Prioritized safety across job site with specific attention to load suspension, welding, and cutting.
  • Installed steel cables to reinforce structures before tightening and reinforcing.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in tackling diverse projects ranging from commercial buildings to industrial facilities and infrastructure work like bridges or tunnels.
  • Increased project durability by expertly fastening steel members using bolts or welding methods based on design requirements.
  • Erected structural steel and iron frameworks for bridges, buildings and other structures.

Painter/Sandblaster

DSI LLC
03.2020 - 11.2023
  • Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
  • Assisted in training new employees on proper sandblasting procedures, ensuring adherence to safety regulations and company policies.
  • Maintained abrasive blasting equipment and performed minor repairs.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by consistently delivering high-quality results in a timely manner on all assigned projects.
  • Selected surfaces for blasting and masked specific parts.
  • Supported overall company success with a strong commitment to quality workmanship, teamwork, and adaptability in meeting changing demands.
  • Conducted regular inspections of completed work for quality assurance purposes, identifying areas needing improvement or rework if necessary.
  • Optimized workflow efficiency by setting up job sites with necessary equipment, tools, and protective gear prior to commencing work.
  • Upheld strict quality standards while completing intricate designs or patterns using masking techniques during the sandblasting process.
  • Contributed to project completion within deadlines by efficiently managing time and resources for sandblasting tasks.
  • Achieved desired surface finishes by selecting appropriate abrasives and adjusting sandblasting techniques as needed.
  • Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
  • Painted indoor areas such as hallways, bathrooms, and lobbies.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace, minimizing disruptions for clients during projects.
  • Prepared trim, walls and ceilings for painting by cleaning, smoothing, and priming.
  • Applied putty, wood filler, spackling, and caulks to prep uneven surfaces and fill in holes.
  • Repaired wall holes and scrapes.
  • Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
  • Applied primer, paints, varnishes and lacquers to walls and surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods.
  • Worked holidays and weekends depending on shifting needs of project.
  • Excelled under tight deadlines without sacrificing quality or client satisfaction, ensuring repeat business and positive referrals.
  • Protected surfaces from damage and spills by using drop cloths prior to and during painting.
  • Reduced waste materials by accurately estimating paint quantities needed for each job.
  • Calculated amount of paint and other materials needed for each job accurately.
  • Streamlined the painting process with efficient use of tools and equipment, reducing project costs.

Education

High School Diploma -

Blunt High School
Eight Mile, AL
05.2008

Skills

  • Construction safety
  • Structural Bolting
  • Rigging Techniques
  • Structural welding
  • OSHA Compliance
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Safety measures
  • Job site preparation
  • Safety protocols and procedures
  • Job Planning
  • Risk Management
  • Steel Fabrication

Timeline

Iron Worker

G A West Construction
12.2023 - 06.2024

Painter/Sandblaster

DSI LLC
03.2020 - 11.2023

High School Diploma -

Blunt High School
Kendell GrayM.