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Matthew Benthal

Graniteville,SC

Summary

Dependable Team Leader with track record of success in field, attention to detail and proactive mindset. Seeks opportunities to improve processes and workflows for team benefit. Conscientious, hardworking and excels at multitasking in fast-paced environments.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Carpenter General Foreman/Carpenter Foreman

Day Zimmerman NPS
Waynesboro, GA
08.2021 - 05.2024
  • Measured, cut and shaped wood materials to specifications using hand tools, such as saws and chisels.
  • Read blueprints, schematics and drawings to determine layout requirements.
  • Operated power tools safely when performing carpentry tasks such as drilling holes into lumber pieces.
  • Prioritized work, keeping carpentry jobs on task and within budget.
  • Supervised, trained, and evaluated assigned personnel in accordance with company policies and procedures.
  • Assembled and erected scaffolding components according to blueprints, drawings, and instructions.
  • Inspected scaffolding for structural integrity prior to use.
  • Assisted in the dismantling of scaffold structures after completion of job.
  • Set up staging areas for materials and tools used in construction projects involving scaffolding.
  • Followed safety protocols such as wearing a hard hat, gloves, and steel-toed boots while working on high elevations.
  • Ensured that workers were trained in proper safety procedures before being allowed access to any elevated worksite utilizing a scaf.
  • Safely and accurately built scaffolding in confined spaces like cooling towers.
  • Communicated with teammates and supervisors frequently to understand requirements and complete projects on time.
  • Lead scaffold crews safely during multiple outages over 14 yrs at Plant Vogtle and Plant Farley.
  • Designated Foreman over Refueling Bridge projects at Vogtle 1 and 2 containment units.
  • Designated Foreman over Beautification Project of Vogtle Units 1 and 2 Turbines
  • General Foreman during last 3 Unit 1 and 2 outages.

Education

High School Diploma -

Chamberlain High School
Tampa, FL
06-1990

United Brotherhood of Carpneters Local 283

U.S. Army

Skills

  • Leading teams
  • Safety Compliance
  • Team Training
  • Improved field methods
  • Safety practices
  • Crew Leadership
  • Team Supervision
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Plant knowledge
  • Documentation skills
  • Training experience
  • Hand and power tools
  • Task Delegation
  • Construction safety
  • Crew Management
  • Timesheet Management
  • Crew direction

Affiliations

  • I am a proud Father of 4 sons and 2 daughter. Grandfather of 4 beautiful grandchildren.
  • Im an active, accomplished Dart player. I'm currently 3 time defending city champion. 4 time state champion and 3 time National Champion
  • I enjoy fishing and hunting.

Timeline

Carpenter General Foreman/Carpenter Foreman

Day Zimmerman NPS
08.2021 - 05.2024

High School Diploma -

Chamberlain High School

United Brotherhood of Carpneters Local 283

U.S. Army
Matthew Benthal