Leslie Mike
Arnold,MO
Summary
Versatile carpenter with several years of experience on various construction sites, including several new home developments. Completes tasks on time and with little guidance. Successful at guaranteeing client satisfaction through meticulous and long-lasting work.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1989
1989
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Carpenter
Goodwin Bros Construction
St Louis, MT
09.1989 - 02.1999
- Constructed frameworks for residential and commercial buildings using diverse materials.
- Installed doors, windows, and cabinetry with precision and attention to detail.
- Operated power tools safely to complete tasks efficiently on job sites.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings for accurate project execution.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth workflow on construction sites.
- Conducted repairs and maintenance on structures to uphold quality standards.
- Assisted in training junior carpenters on techniques and safety practices.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment to promote safety protocols.
- Used various carpenter's hand tools, portable power tools and standard measuring instruments.
- Performed various carpentry duties, including both rough and finish carpentry.
- Operated power tools safely when performing carpentry tasks such as drilling holes into lumber pieces.
- Installed drywall sheets onto walls or ceilings using nails or screws.
- Measured, cut and shaped wood materials to specifications using hand tools, such as saws and chisels.
- Maintained a clean job site at all times by disposing of debris properly after each shift.
- Installed interior trim work such as baseboards and moldings around windows and doors.
- Promoted team safety by keeping work areas free of hazards.
- Fabricated staircases, doors, window frames and other wooden components for buildings.
- Installed cabinets, base cabinets and crown molding.
- Fitted door locksets, deadbolts and other hardware on doors according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Positioned and installed floor joists, trusses and rafters.
- Read blueprints, schematics and drawings to determine layout requirements.
- Installed building windows, trim and cabinetry alone or with assistants to meet job deadlines.
- Reviewed jobsite needs with foreman and coordinated construction.
- Assembled furniture using glue, dowels, screws and nails.
- Prepared surfaces by sanding or scraping off old finishes prior to refinishing them.
- Examined buildings and project specifications to determine measurements.
- Measured, cut, and installed staircase spindles.
- Inspected completed projects for quality assurance purposes before delivering them to customers.
- Provided consultation services for homeowners regarding custom carpentry designs.
- Applied acoustic paneling to ceilings and walls to adjust sound absorption and rebound within rooms.
- Maintained clean and organized workplace to optimize performance, efficiency and safety.
- Utilized various tools, equipment, materials and forming systems to complete construction tasks.
- Worked independently on projects and tasks within carpentry team.
- Communicated with teammates and supervisors frequently to understand requirements and complete projects on time.
- Measured and marked cut lines on materials using ruler or marking gauge.
- Consistently constructed square and level projects.
- Erected scaffolding to assemble above-ground structures.
- Verified trueness of construction using plumb and level.
- Bore boltholes in wood, masonry or concrete using electric or pneumatic drill.
Education
Bishop DuBourg
St. Louis, MOCarpenters Union
Skills
- Framing construction
- Blueprint interpretation
- Precision installation
- Power tool operation
- Structure repair
- Custom woodworking
- Building codes knowledge
- Safety compliance
- Material selection
- Project scheduling
- Customer consultation
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Detail orientation
- Blueprint modification
- Drywall hanging
- Quality control
- Flooring installation
- Edge joining
- Countertop installation
- Weatherproofing structures
- Hand tools mastery
- Flooring construction
- Attention to detail
- Safety guidelines adherence
- Custom furniture creation
- Multitasking and organization
- Project planning
- Project estimation and bidding
- Building renovation
- Cost estimation
- Worksite safety
- Furniture building
- Deck building
- Carpentry expertise
- Scaffolding setup
- Drywalling
- Staff management
- Power tools proficiency
- Project troubleshooting
- Material estimation
- OSHA regulations
- Exceptional finish carpentry skills
- Remodeling projects
- Hand and power tools
- Door installation
- Measuring and cutting
- Critical thinking
- Problem-solving
- Residential construction
- Window installation
- Woodwork assembly
- Worksite organization
- Strong analytical and communication skills
- Carpentry techniques
- Drilling and framing
- Shelving installation
Timeline
Carpenter
Goodwin Bros Construction
09.1989 - 02.1999
Bishop DuBourg
Carpenters Union