Kyle Whalen
Preston,MN
Summary
Hardworking professional experienced in field and ready for challenging assignments. Reliable in completing quality work and exceeding expectations.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Carpenter Foreman
Komitt concrete
Eyota, MN
06.2021 - Current
- Assigned and supervised personnel to ensure tasks were completed efficiently.
- Ensured compliance with OSHA regulations and company policies at all times.
- Reviewed blueprints and other drawings to identify correct grades.
- Poured concrete into forms using pump hose and leveled.
- Loaded and unloaded necessary tools, materials, and machines from trucks and trailers.
- Calculated concrete quantities needed for jobs.
- Scheduled inspections, meetings, pours, and workers for many jobs.
- Removed debris and waste to clean site after completing work.
- Dismantled forms using basic and advanced tools.
- Operated excavators and loaders to prepare site.
Carpenter
Market and Johnson
La Crosse, WI
06.2020 - 05.2021
- Measured, cut and shaped wood materials to specifications using hand tools, such as saws and chisels.
- Installed cabinets, fixtures and trim according to plans and blueprints.
- Repaired or replaced damaged structures or components.
- Constructed forms for concrete pours in accordance with building codes.
- Read blueprints, schematics and drawings to determine layout requirements.
- Installed drywall sheets onto walls or ceilings using nails or screws.
- Fitted door locksets, deadbolts and other hardware on doors according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Cut countertops from laminated material following template measurements.
- Operated power tools safely when performing carpentry tasks such as drilling holes into lumber pieces.
- Maintained a clean job site at all times by disposing of debris properly after each shift.
- 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.
Lead Carpenter
McGough
Rochester, MN
03.2019 - 03.2020
- Assisted in the development of blueprints and schematics for carpentry projects.
- Supervised a team of carpenters to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Maintained accurate records of materials, tools, and labor used on all carpentry jobs.
- Inspected job sites prior to beginning work to identify any potential safety issues.
- Measured, cut and shaped wood materials to specifications using hand tools, such as saws and chisels.
- Installed cabinets, fixtures and trim according to plans and blueprints.
- Constructed forms for concrete pours in accordance with building codes.
- Built jigs and fixtures to assist in the production of parts.
- Read blueprints, schematics and drawings to determine layout requirements.
- Operated power tools safely when performing carpentry tasks such as drilling holes into lumber pieces.
- 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.
- Cut timber, panels and other wooden materials according to measured dimensions.
- Repaired or replaced damaged or defective parts using power tools and equipment.
- Used band, circular and compound miter saws.
- Installed cabinets, base cabinets and crown molding.
- Studied blueprints, sketches or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
Bridge Foreman
Minnowa construction
Harmony, MN
08.2015 - 03.2019
- Directed workers engaged in bridge repair activities, such as drilling, cutting, welding and bolting.
- Monitored progress of bridge construction projects to ensure completion within timeline and budget constraints.
- Supervised crews installing steel girder components on bridge structures.
- Ensured that proper safety protocols were followed during all phases of bridge construction or repair work.
- Coordinated resources including personnel, materials and equipment needed for successful completion of bridge projects.
- Planned daily tasks for crew members involved in bridge maintenance activities.
- Provided technical guidance to personnel engaged in various aspects of bridge building or repair work.
- Communicated effectively with other departments and contractors regarding project requirements, schedules and timelines.
- Maintained accurate records related to project costs, labor hours and materials used in bridge construction or repairs.
- Resolved scheduling conflicts between different crews working on the same project.
- Developed strategies to minimize disruption of traffic flow caused by bridge maintenance activities.
- Scheduled routine inspections of completed bridges to detect any signs of deterioration before it becomes an issue.
Bridge Foreman
Ames Construction
Burnsville, MN
06.2014 - 07.2015
- Assisted in the preparation of engineering drawings and specifications for bridge construction projects.
- Directed workers engaged in bridge repair activities, such as drilling, cutting, welding and bolting.
- Supervised crews installing steel girder components on bridge structures.
- Monitored progress of bridge construction projects to ensure completion within timeline and budget constraints.
- Ensured that proper safety protocols were followed during all phases of bridge construction or repair work.
- Coordinated resources including personnel, materials and equipment needed for successful completion of bridge projects.
- Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity.
- Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
- Planned and managed manpower and resource requirements to support project activities.
Lead Carpenter
Knutson Construction
Rochester, MN
05.2013 - 06.2014
- Supervised a team of carpenters to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Measured, cut and shaped wood materials to specifications using hand tools, such as saws and chisels.
- Installed cabinets, fixtures and trim according to plans and blueprints.
- Constructed forms for concrete pours in accordance with building codes.
- Read blueprints, schematics and drawings to determine layout requirements.
- Fitted door locksets, deadbolts and other hardware on doors according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Installed drywall sheets onto walls or ceilings using nails or screws.
- Operated power tools safely when performing carpentry tasks such as drilling holes into lumber pieces.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Winneshiek
Decorah, IA05-1992
Skills
- Time and material estimates
- Hand and power tools
- Material prepping
- Job specifications
- Schedule Management
- Job-site inspection
- Job site maintenance
- Safety processes and procedures
- Blueprint Reading
- Assignment Delegation
- Project Planning
- Workforce Management
- General carpentry
- Heavy Lifting
- Welding and electrical knowledge
- Performance Management
- Carpentry projects
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Equipment Operation
- Valid Driver's License
- Machinery inspection
- Hydraulic Lifts
- Daily vehicle inspections
- Construction Equipment Operation
- Excavation
- Parts Lubrication
- Commercial construction experience
- Repair and Maintenance
- OSHA 10 Certification
- Heavy equipment operator
- Bulldozer Operation
- Moving and Leveling Dirt
Affiliations
I have the knowledge of almost every step of a construction site. I can operate equipment. I can layout with a total station. I have had to coordinate with sub contractors to keep the job on schedule.
Custom
I have been on many jobs
My first foreman job was in 2003 working on the highway 52 project in Rochester.
I started with moment slabs, moved up from there to Bridge footing, piers, cap and ambutments. Then on to the deck, approach and rails.
I traveled to Texas with Ames construction in 2008 and built a natural gas booster station.
in 2013 Worked with Knutson on the interchange next to the twins stadium.
in 2021 i started with Komitt and have worked on many projects. Hariate
bishop school, Geotech, Vue North Apartments, Byron school athletic park, houses, Happy car dealership, Premire Bank,and many more.
I built bridges for Minnowa in Minnestota and Iowa. from bike paths to large interstate over passes.
Timeline
Carpenter Foreman
Komitt concrete
06.2021 - Current
Carpenter
Market and Johnson
06.2020 - 05.2021
Lead Carpenter
McGough
03.2019 - 03.2020
Bridge Foreman
Minnowa construction
08.2015 - 03.2019
Bridge Foreman
Ames Construction
06.2014 - 07.2015
Lead Carpenter
Knutson Construction
05.2013 - 06.2014
High School Diploma -
North Winneshiek
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