Brandon Goodson
Royse City
Summary
Skilled professional bringing several years of experience. Excellent organizational, planning and time management abilities with advanced skills in rough and finish carpentry. Effectively manage supplies and crews to keep worksites smooth, efficient and safe.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
2004
2004
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Lead Carpenter
Ripley renovations
Dallas
02.2021 - 07.2025
- Executed complex framing tasks such as rafter installation, wall sheathing, roofing systems.
- Maintained accurate records of materials, tools, and labor used on all carpentry jobs.
- Organized resources effectively to complete multiple projects simultaneously with minimal delays.
- Troubleshot problems related to construction techniques or materials used in carpentry projects.
- Inspected job sites prior to beginning work to identify any potential safety issues.
- Managed inventory levels of supplies required for successful completion of projects.
- Performed finish work such as trimming doors, windows, installing countertops, cabinetry.
- Assisted in the development of blueprints and schematics for carpentry projects.
- Coordinated with subcontractors, suppliers, vendors, and clients as necessary.
- Monitored progress against established timelines and budgets for all carpentry assignments.
- Developed strategies to minimize costs while maintaining quality standards.
- Trained junior staff members on proper use of hand and power tools and safe working practices.
- Implemented new processes or methods for more efficient execution of carpentry operations.
- Supervised a team of carpenters to ensure timely completion of projects.
Finish Carpenter
Jerry’s custom trimworks
Terrell
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Construct frameworks for doorways or window frames from wood pieces by measuring accurately and joining pieces with nails or screws.
- Assemble cut and shaped materials and fasten them together with nails, screws, staples, dowels or glue.
- Work safely following all safety guidelines rules regulations policies procedures standards of conduct dress code workplace etiquette.
- Perform minor maintenance tasks on carpentry tools equipment machinery vehicles.
- Measure and mark cutting lines on materials using a ruler, pencil, chalk, and marking gauge.
- Fill nail holes cracks dents gouges with putty filler sandpaper, then finish to match existing surface.
- Cut or shape wood, plastic, fiberglass, drywall, and other materials.
- Install finished products such as cabinetry fixtures shelves and molding in homes offices stores restaurants.
- Repair furniture cabinets counters floors walls by replacing damaged parts such as hinges knobs drawers panels.
- Sand wooden surfaces smooth before painting or staining them.
- Read blueprints and drawings to determine the specific job requirements.
- Fit and install trim items such as doors, windows, mantels cabinets and hardware.
- Produced high-quality work in full compliance with project standards and good carpentry practices.
- Installed and finished wood trim, doors and cabinets for new construction and renovation projects.
- Maintained high standards of workmanship with accurate, detail-oriented finishing work.
- Kept worksites organized and tidy to reduce hazards.
Carpenter
Steele services
Royse City
02.2018 - 12.2020
- Read blueprints, schematics and drawings to determine layout requirements.
- Prepared surfaces by sanding or scraping off old finishes prior to refinishing them.
- Installed cabinets, fixtures and trim according to plans and blueprints.
- Installed interior trim work such as baseboards and moldings around windows and doors.
- Assisted in the installation of metal framing systems for commercial construction projects.
- Performed routine maintenance on carpentry equipment such as saws and drills.
- Cut countertops from laminated material following template measurements.
- Repaired or replaced damaged structures or components.
- Measured, cut and shaped wood materials to specifications using hand tools, such as saws and chisels.
- Fitted door locksets, deadbolts and other hardware on doors according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Inspected completed projects for quality assurance purposes before delivering them to customers.
- Constructed forms for concrete pours in accordance with building codes.
- Built jigs and fixtures to assist in the production of parts.
- Operated power tools safely when performing carpentry tasks such as drilling holes into lumber pieces.
Lead Carpenter
McBride Construction
Portland
02.2016 - 02.2018
- Executed complex framing tasks such as rafter installation, wall sheathing, roofing systems.
- Maintained accurate records of materials, tools, and labor used on all carpentry jobs.
- Organized resources effectively to complete multiple projects simultaneously with minimal delays.
- Troubleshot problems related to construction techniques or materials used in carpentry projects.
- Ensured that all building codes and safety regulations were followed throughout each project.
- Performed finish work such as trimming doors, windows, installing countertops, cabinetry.
- Assisted in the development of blueprints and schematics for carpentry projects.
- Coordinated with subcontractors, suppliers, vendors, and clients as necessary.
- Monitored progress against established timelines and budgets for all carpentry assignments.
- Trained junior staff members on proper use of hand and power tools and safe working practices.
- Implemented new processes or methods for more efficient execution of carpentry operations.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on power tools and other equipment used by the carpentry team.
- Provided guidance and technical advice to junior carpenters during project execution.
- Prepared estimates for time frames and costs associated with upcoming carpentry jobs.
- Planned work based on blueprints and individual project specifications.
- Installed building windows, trim and cabinetry alone or with assistants to meet job deadlines.
- Shaped materials to exact measurements for job requirements with hand tools and power equipment.
Millwork Installer
Christensen Shipyard Ltd.
Vancouver
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Drilled holes in walls to mount cabinet hardware.
- Followed safety protocols when operating power tools such as saws, drills.
- Ensured that all installations were level and plumb before securing them in place.
- Read blueprints accurately to ensure proper measurements were taken during installations.
- Repaired broken pieces of millwork due to shipping or handling damage.
- Measured and cut wood for custom installations.
- Communicated regularly with supervisors regarding progress updates on projects.
- Assembled millwork components such as cabinets, countertops, shelves, and bookcases.
- Inspected installed millwork for any defects before signing off on completed jobs.
- Installed interior and exterior door frames, casings, baseboards, and window trim.
- Adhered to all company policies regarding safety regulations at all times.
- Assisted with the installation of commercial doors, frames, and hardware.
- Read blueprints and sketches to fabricate equipment, make modifications, and establish work procedures.
Trim Carpenter
Trotter custom woodworks
Tulsa
04.2006 - 04.2014
- Cut openings for electrical outlets and switches into walls for installation of new fixtures.
- Removed existing trim elements prior to remodeling projects while protecting adjacent surfaces from damage.
- Assembled pre-fabricated components such as mantels, columns or stairways according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Reviewed blueprints or sketches in order to determine the best methods for completing tasks efficiently.
- Utilized hand tools such as saws, planes, chisels and routers to shape wood materials according to project requirements.
- Installed interior doors using shims to level them properly.
- Prepared trims for installation by cutting miters, rabbets and coping joints.
- Consulted with clients regarding design preferences for their projects.
- Measured, cut and installed baseboards, casing, crown moldings and other trim elements.
- Assisted in the fabrication of custom trim pieces including complex angles and curves.
- Planned layout for each project based upon measurements taken at site location.
- Constructed built-in bookshelves and cabinets from raw lumber.
- Installed window sills, headers, door frames and jambs to specifications.
- Demonstrated proper usage of tools and machinery to newly hired employees and apprentice carpenters.
- Properly installed kitchen and bathroom cabinets and removed all debris upon job completion.
- Managed apprentice carpenters, supervising work and providing constructive criticism to help each improve.
- Maintained high standards of workmanship with accurate, detail-oriented finishing work.
- Installed and finished wood trim, doors and cabinets for new construction and renovation projects.
Education
General Education Diploma
Tulsa, OKSkills
- Rafter installation
- Blueprint interpretation
- Project management
- Resource organization
- Inventory management
- Construction techniques
- Subcontractor coordination
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Team supervision
- Technical training
- Quality assurance
- Time management
- Power tools operation
- Heavy equipment operation
- Roofing installation
- Deck building
- Siding installation
- Plumbing basics
- Door installation
- Scaffold setup
- Framing techniques
- Woodworking expertise
- Window installation
- Commercial construction experience
- Flooring installation
- Weatherproofing techniques
- First aid training
- Demolition
- Residential construction
- Cabinet making
- Custom millwork
- Concrete forming
- Finish carpentry
- Staircase construction
- Hand tools proficiency
- Layout planning
- Site supervision
- Exceptional finish carpentry skills
- Countertop installation
- Pergola construction
- Drilling and framing
Timeline
Lead Carpenter
Ripley renovations
02.2021 - 07.2025
Finish Carpenter
Jerry’s custom trimworks
01.2020 - 01.2021
Carpenter
Steele services
02.2018 - 12.2020
Lead Carpenter
McBride Construction
02.2016 - 02.2018
Millwork Installer
Christensen Shipyard Ltd.
01.2014 - 01.2016
Trim Carpenter
Trotter custom woodworks
04.2006 - 04.2014
General Education Diploma