Marvin Cheatham
Ashdown,AR
Summary
Dependable carpenter with extensive experience in constructing functional and decorative structures using cement, bricks, and stones. Proficient in mixing cement, plaster, and mortar to precise specifications. Skilled in interpreting blueprints and schematics, ensuring accurate project execution. Consistently punctual and reliable, authorized to work in the US for any employer.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Carpernter
Texarkana Concrete Construction
Texarkana, TX
02.2025 - Current
- Fabricated staircases, doors, window frames and other wooden components for buildings.
- Constructed forms for concrete pours in accordance with building codes.
- Read blueprints, schematics and drawings to determine layout requirements.
- Assisted in the installation of metal framing systems for commercial construction projects.
- Performed routine maintenance on carpentry equipment such as saws and drills.
- Prepared surfaces by sanding or scraping off old finishes prior to refinishing them.
- Inspected completed projects for quality assurance purposes before delivering them to customers.
- Operated power tools safely when performing carpentry tasks such as drilling holes into lumber pieces.
- 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.
- Built jigs and fixtures to assist in the production of parts.
- Repaired or replaced damaged structures or components.
- Shaped or cut materials to proper measurements using hand tools, machines or power saws.
- Repaired or replaced damaged or defective parts using power tools and equipment.
- Used band, circular and compound miter saws.
- Promoted team safety by keeping work areas free of hazards.
- Maintained clean and organized workplace to optimize performance, efficiency and safety.
- Communicated with teammates and supervisors frequently to understand requirements and complete projects on time.
- Worked independently on projects and tasks within carpentry team.
Carpenter
Bakers Construction Gulf Coast Industrial
Prairieville, LA
03.2023 - 01.2025
- Performed routine maintenance on carpentry equipment such as saws and drills.
- Inspected completed projects for quality assurance purposes before delivering them to customers.
- Prepared surfaces by sanding or scraping off old finishes prior to refinishing them.
- Operated power tools safely when performing carpentry tasks such as drilling holes into lumber pieces.
- Assisted in the installation of metal framing systems for commercial construction projects.
- Fitted door locksets, deadbolts and other hardware on doors according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Repaired or replaced damaged structures or components.
- Maintained a clean job site at all times by disposing of debris properly after each shift.
- Measured, cut and shaped wood materials to specifications using hand tools, such as saws and chisels.
- Constructed forms for concrete pours in accordance with building codes.
- Shaped or cut materials to proper measurements using hand tools, machines or power saws.
- Repaired or replaced damaged or defective parts using power tools and equipment.
- Anchored and braced forms to complete precise joining.
- Promoted team safety by keeping work areas free of hazards.
- Prioritized work, keeping carpentry jobs on task and within budget.
- Conducted inspections, diagnosed problems, took measurements and made necessary adjustments to complete projects according to specifications.
- Consistently constructed square and level projects.
- Took accurate measurements to calculate size and amount of materials needed for project completion.
- Maintained clean and organized workplace to optimize performance, efficiency and safety.
Carpenter, Helper
InDemand construction
Great Falls, MT
06.2022 - 02.2023
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area
- Organized project work by reading blueprints and assessing job specifications to determine optimal plans
- Planned projects by identifying necessary equipment, tools, and required assistance
- Completed precise joining and high-quality finish work by properly setting forms steak forms
- Lay out wall foundation
- Help build cooling towers
- Cutting out concrete forming up re pour concrete
- Pouring 50 foot to 100 foot walls
- Dry packing
- Read a tape measure
- Good with power and hand tools
- Good leader and team player
- Lift over 75 pounds
Carpenter
Yates Construction
Mountain Pass, CA
04.2021 - 05.2022
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area
- Organized project work by reading blueprints and assessing job specifications to determine optimal plans
- Planned projects by identifying necessary equipment, tools, and required assistance
- Completed precise joining and high-quality finish work by properly setting forms steak forms
- Lay out wall foundation
- Help build cooling towers
- Cutting out concrete forming up re pour concrete
- Read a tape measure
- Good with power and hand tools
- Good leader and team player
- Lift over 75 pounds
Carpenter
CBI Construction
Groves, TX
02.2019 - 02.2021
- Kept job site cleaned up properly and all debris disposed of in respective containers
- Assisted with movement of materials and equipment to job sites
- Cut materials according to specifications in preparation for installation
- Observed all OSHA and corporate safety regulations and procedures
- Interpreted specifications and construction drawings to understand tasks necessary to complete each job
- Worked with master carpenters to install pump pads foundation octagon for tanks lay out for 200 to 500 yard concrete foundation
- Help pour foundation with finishers pull rod pull float
Carpenter Helper
CB&I Construction
Plaquemine, LA
02.2017 - 01.2019
- Kept job site cleaned up properly and all debris disposed of in respective containers
- Cut materials according to specifications in preparation for installation
- Observed all OSHA and corporate safety regulations and procedures
- Interpreted specifications and construction drawings to understand tasks necessary to complete each job
- Assisted with project planning by measuring locations and pieces, marking points and skillfully cutting materials
- Boosted team performance by collecting debris, extra materials and tools to keep work areas clean and organized
- Installed and repaired woodwork, millwork demo foundation
- Work under carpenters lead on setting string lines plumbing down with plumb bob to get center lines
- Layout foundation and set wood Simon and job built forms under carpenter lead
Education
High School Diploma -
Ashdown High School
Ashdown, AR05-1991
Skills
- Team Building
- Basic Math
- Problem Resolution
- Hauling Debris
- Building Code Regulations
- Repair Work
- Door and Window Installation
- Stairs and Railings
- Cabinet Installation
- Special Projects
- Heavy Lifting
- Safe and and Power Tool Operation
- Training & Development
- Organizational Skills
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Good Work Ethic
- Safety Policy and Procedure Knowledge
- Flooring Construction
- Form Systems Knowledge
- Strong Analytical and Communication Skills
- General Laborer
- Materials Selection
- Power Tool Maintenance and Care
- Problem Solving
- Carpentry and Woodworking
- Structure Assembly
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Attention to Detail
- Safety compliance
- Concrete forming
- Attention to detail
- Communication skills
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Carpentry techniques
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Carpernter
Texarkana Concrete Construction
02.2025 - Current
Carpenter
Bakers Construction Gulf Coast Industrial
03.2023 - 01.2025
Carpenter, Helper
InDemand construction
06.2022 - 02.2023
Carpenter
Yates Construction
04.2021 - 05.2022
Carpenter
CBI Construction
02.2019 - 02.2021
Carpenter Helper
CB&I Construction
02.2017 - 01.2019
High School Diploma -
Ashdown High School
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