Carpenter Journeyman
Local 327
Boston, MA
2015 - Current
- Measured and cut materials to specified dimensions using hand tools, power tools, and machinery.
- Inspected surfaces prior to installation to ensure they were free of defects or damage.
- Determined layout requirements for each project based on blueprints or drawings provided by clients.
- Built forms for pouring concrete foundations and slabs according to design specifications.
- Repaired damaged structures or components through the use of carpentry skills such as sawing, planing, drilling and sanding.
- Fabricated custom parts from skhes or drawings using various cutting tools such as jigsaws and routers.
- Erected scaffolding around work sites in order to safely reach higher elevations during construction tasks.
- Assisted in loading and unloading supplies at job sites with the use of material lifts or other lifting devices.
- Maintained an organized workspace throughout the duration of each project in order to avoid injury.
- Performed minor repairs on existing structures by replacing worn out boards and panels with new ones.
- Provided guidance and instruction to apprentices during the completion of assigned tasks.
- Traveled between job sites located within a designated geographic area when required.
- Performed various carpentry duties, including both rough and finish carpentry.
- Used various carpenter's hand tools, portable power tools and standard measuring instruments.
- Shaped or cut materials to proper measurements using hand tools, machines or power saws.
- Conducted inspections, diagnosed problems, took measurements and made necessary adjustments to complete projects according to specifications.
- Reviewed jobsite needs with foreman and coordinated construction.
- Promoted team safety by keeping work areas free of hazards.
- Anchored and braced forms to complete precise joining.
- Utilized various tools, equipment, materials and forming systems to complete construction tasks.
- Worked independently on projects and tasks within carpentry team.
- 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 using hand tools.
- Consistently constructed square and level projects.
- Adhered to project blueprints and requirements to deliver quality work.
- Roughed in door and window frames or subflooring in structures undergoing construction or repair.
- Verified trueness of construction using plumb and level.
- Communicated with teammates and supervisors frequently to understand requirements and complete projects on time.
- Maintained clean and organized workplace to optimize performance, efficiency and safety.
- Used band, circular and compound miter saws.
- Studied blueprints, sketches or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
