Leland Coberley
Del-city,Oklahoma
Summary
Owner/Operator of a respected company that specialized in residential/commercial foundations, retaining walls and concrete rooms with 2o+ years of experience. While I am adept at leadership and giving directions with a fantastic eye for detail, I am looking for an opportunity to be part of a structured team where I can utilize my skills and collaborate with like minded people.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator
Coberley Construction
Del-city, Oklahoma
04.2002 - Current
- Established long-term relationships with customers by promoting great service and engagement skills and quickly resolving issues.
- Ensured compliance with all local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to the operation of the business.
- Maintained relationships with vendors and suppliers in order to secure favorable terms on materials and services.
- Collaborated with architects, engineers, surveyors, inspectors and other professionals involved in construction processes.
- Coordinated with other trades on-site for efficient scheduling.
- Managed project operations, budget and timeline and collaborated with stakeholders to review status.
- Prepared bids on upcoming projects based on estimated costs for labor, materials and equipment usage.
- Developed and implemented construction plans for projects, ensuring compliance with all applicable codes and regulations.
- Recruited and hired workers, in addition to training, supervising and monitoring daily performance.
- Enforced safety rules at all times to reduce workplace hazards.
- Organized the storage of supplies, tools and equipment used in the course of construction activities.
- Reported to Builders and Superintendents updates and estimated completion dates, noting delay issues.
- Inspected forms, footings, and foundations for accuracy in accordance with plans and specifications.
- Scheduled inspections, meetings, and pours.
- Managed scheduling of crews based on weather conditions and availability of materials and equipment.
- Bore boltholes in wood, masonry or concrete using electric or pneumatic drill.
- Measure and mark designated areas where new foundations are going to be placed.
- Operated excavators and loaders to prepare site.
Crew Chief
La Force Construction / Kirkes Construction
Oklahoma City, OK
03.1998 - 03.2002
- Managed daily operations of team members to ensure efficient and successful completion of tasks.
- Train new hires on job duties, safety protocols, and company policies.
- Developed and implemented strategies to enhance team performance, improve processes and boost results.
- Performed general maintenance on tools and equipment used by the crew.
- Reviewed blueprints and plans prior to beginning a job to ensure accuracy of measurements and specifications.
- Understood how to operate and maintain job site equipment safely and for maximum productivity.
- Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
- Learned and mastered skilled trade specialties under guidance of expert mentors.
- Measured, marked or recorded openings or distances to construction layout areas.
- Participated in regular meetings with other foremen in order to discuss best practices and process improvements.
Network Cable Installer
O'Rear Scale and Equipment
Oklahoma City, OK
01.1997 - 12.1997
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while working onsite at customer locations.
- Connected routers, switches, hubs, access points, firewalls and other networking devices.
- Performed physical cable management including labeling and organizing cables for easy identification.
- Conducted testing to ensure proper operation of newly installed cabling systems using appropriate test equipment.
- Prepared for daily work assignments by requisitioning equipment and supplies from warehouse and stocking vehicle.
- Selected correct tools or methodologies to perform specific cabling tasks.
- Pulled lines to proper tension for safety and durability of installation work.
- Laid out cabling plans and ran through buildings to desired locations.
Butcher Assistant
Sam's Club
Arvada, CO
01.1996 - 12.1996
- Created ground meat by measuring ingredients and running through grinder equipment.
- Completed basic meat cutting.
- Received orders from customers and sliced, weighed and wrapped meats to customer specifications.
- Organized shelves with products in an orderly fashion ensuring proper rotation was followed at all times.
- Counted and documented inventory.
- Adhered to USDA guidelines when labeling packaged meats ready for sale.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to all safety protocols established by the company.
- Complied with federal, state and local sanitation regulations and department procedures.
Tile Setter
Conestone Tile
Jones, OK
01.1995 - 12.1995
- Used power tools and machinery properly to avoid job site accidents.
- Measured, cut, and installed ceramic tile, marble, and stone using hand tools and power cutting tools.
- Repaired damaged tiles by replacing them with new ones or patching them up with matching pieces.
- Installed backer boards on floors and walls to provide a base for the tiling process.
- Applied waterproofing membranes to showers, tubs, sinks. to prevent water seepage into underlying structures.
- Mixed adhesive according to manufacturer's instructions for wall and floor tiles installation.
- Attended training sessions related to tile setting techniques.
- Applied sealants and grout finishes to protect tile from water damage.
- Created straight, even and precise patterns using straightedges, levels and squares.
- Installed decorative designs on floors and walls with mosaic tiles.
Automotive Body Technician
Continental Bodshop
Oklahoma City, OK
01.1994 - 12.1994
- Communicated effectively with co-workers regarding progress on projects.
- Measured, cut and installed sheet metal for patching purposes using hand tools such as hammers and dollies.
- Repaired and replaced body panels, fenders, bumpers, grills, door handles, window regulators, carpeting, headliners, dashboards, consoles and and other components.
- Applied primers and sealants to protect repaired surfaces from rusting or corrosion.
- Prepared vehicles for painting by sanding primed surfaces as well as removing old paint with chemical removers or abrasive materials.
- Mixed paints according to manufacturer specifications.
- Utilized frame machines to restore bent frames back to their original shape.
- Welded broken parts and filled in dents to create smooth vehicle bodies.
- Covered bumpers, windows and trim with masking tape to prevent overspray or damage to adjacent areas.
- Used metal-cutting guns, air grinders and wrenches to remove damaged vehicle sections.
Concrete Laborer
Kirkes Construction
Midwest City, OK
05.1993 - 12.1993
- Use shovels, hoes, rakes, and other tools to spread or level concrete.
- Loaded and unloaded necessary tools, materials, and machines from trucks and trailers.
- Carry heavy materials such as blocks, lumber, mortar mixers, and wheelbarrows across job sites safely.
- Assist in demolishing existing structures with jackhammers and other tools as needed.
- Install reinforcement rods in order to add strength to the structure.
- Dismantled forms using basic and advanced tools.
Skills
- General Maintenance and Preventative Maintenance
- Schematics, Blueprints, and Diagrams - interpretation and implementation
- Troubleshooting Diagnostics
- Minor Mig Welding (Steel/Stainless)
- Equipment Maintenance and Repair
- Ability to Operate Tools and Machinery
- Repair of Variety of Mechanical Systems
- Paint and Body
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Problem-Solving Aptitude
- Measuring and Calculating
- Fabrication of Fuel Systems, Charge Pipes, Exhaust, Engine Swaps, Brackets, Mounts and other components
- Knowledge of Various Automotive Systems
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Owner/Operator
Coberley Construction
04.2002 - Current
Crew Chief
La Force Construction / Kirkes Construction
03.1998 - 03.2002
Network Cable Installer
O'Rear Scale and Equipment
01.1997 - 12.1997
Butcher Assistant
Sam's Club
01.1996 - 12.1996
Tile Setter
Conestone Tile
01.1995 - 12.1995
Automotive Body Technician
Continental Bodshop
01.1994 - 12.1994
Concrete Laborer
Kirkes Construction
05.1993 - 12.1993