Matthew Thomas
Sioux City,IA
Summary
Professional with keen attention to detail and design. Recognizes customer service as valuable tool to deliver overall quality and satisfaction. Committed to fulfilling all customer expectations through careful adherence to design plans and requests.
Capable professional with outstanding background in applying a strong work ethic to perform daily construction duties. Intelligent in planning tasks by performing simple and complex calculations. Safety-minded in following procedures, maintaining organized workspaces and using tools properly.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Union Carpenter
W.A. Klinger
Sioux City, IA
01.2012 - Current
- Read technical drawings and blueprints accurately to determine dimensions and layout of installations.
- Inspected completed works to ensure quality standards were met before handing over the project to clients.
- Inspected completed work for quality assurance purposes.
- Maintained tools and equipment in a safe and secure manner.
- Assembled carpentry components such as door frames, wall units, roof trusses, staircases, and window frames.
- Collaborated closely with colleagues from other trades on multi-trade projects.
- Constructed formwork for concrete structures using timber boards and metal braces.
Forklift/Clamp Truck Operator
Smurfit Stone Container
Sioux City, IA
01.2009 - 01.2010
- Assessed weight distribution of load prior to moving it with the clamp truck in order to ensure stability throughout transport process.
- Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks, railcars, and other conveyances.
- Adhered to all company policies regarding safe operation of forklifts and clamp trucks while on premises.
- Communicated effectively with team members about tasks completed using forklift and clamp truck devices.
- Utilized RF scanner technology to scan barcodes on items being moved with the clamp truck.
Repair/ Clean/Rail Traffic Controller
Trinity Railway services
Sioux City, Iowa
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Attended training sessions related to new procedures for controlling railway traffic safely.
- Evaluated new technologies related to railway operations such as automated signaling systems.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations such as derailments or equipment failures on the tracks.
- Tested repaired assemblies against established performance criteria prior to return shipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
West High School
Sioux City, IowaSkills
- First Aid Training
- Scaffolding Setup
- Drywall Installation
- Flooring Installation
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Project Estimation
- OSHA Certification
- Project Management
- OSHA Regulations
- Commercial construction experience
- Project Planning
- Welding and electrical knowledge
- Structural Repairs
- Lifts up to [Number] pounds
- OSHA training
- Strong analytical and communication skills
- Valid [State] driver's license
- Worksite safety
- Proficient in MS Office
- General laborer
- Blueprint Reading
- Punctual and Hardworking
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
Timeline
Union Carpenter
W.A. Klinger
01.2012 - Current
Forklift/Clamp Truck Operator
Smurfit Stone Container
01.2009 - 01.2010
Repair/ Clean/Rail Traffic Controller
Trinity Railway services
01.2004 - 01.2005
High School Diploma -
West High School