Maximino Solis
Tulsa
Summary
Professional with over 20 years of experience in masonry, specializing in high-quality construction and repair. Successfully implemented control measures that enhanced operational efficiency and safety standards. Proven track record of delivering projects on time and within budget, ensuring client satisfaction. Expertise in managing teams and coordinating with subcontractors to achieve project goals.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Mason Forman
R.B. Weatherman Masonry, Inc.
Chouteau
06.2020 - Current
- Supervised masonry projects ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
- Coordinated material deliveries and inventory management for efficient workflow.
- Trained and mentored junior masons on techniques and best practices.
- Collaborated with architects and engineers to interpret blueprints accurately.
- Managed crew scheduling to optimize labor resources across multiple sites.
- Conducted regular inspections of work sites to maintain project progress and safety.
- Organized and scheduled work assignments to ensure projects were completed within deadlines.
- Created reports detailing daily productivity levels; tracked cost savings initiatives.
- Ensured all equipment was maintained properly and inspected regularly for safety compliance.
- Inspected completed work for quality control, ensuring adherence to specifications and standards.
- Conducted regular meetings with foremen and crew members to discuss job performance issues or concerns.
- Communicated effectively with clients throughout the duration of each project; kept them updated on progress.
- Laid bricks or blocks in the proper configurations according to plans.
- Cut and split bricks or other materials to fit written and illustrated dimensions.
- Cleaned and prepared work surfaces with appropriate tools and solvents.
- Reviewed blueprints, drawings and plans to build masonry features and structures.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
- Defined and monitored personnel and project schedules to ensure on-time project completion.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
- Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
- Participated in team meetings with other contractors or engineers during pre-construction phases.
- Supervised and coordinated the activities of masonry workers on construction sites.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and subcontractors to obtain best prices on materials.
- Evaluated existing building structures for structural integrity prior to performing repairs or renovations.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner by providing appropriate solutions.
- Monitored employee attendance records; provided training opportunities when necessary.
- Developed accurate estimates for labor costs related to specific jobs or tasks.
- Identified potential risks associated with each job site prior to commencement of operations.
- Prepared concrete by mixing water with cement, sand and gravel.
- Laid building materials such as ceramic tile, bricks, concrete blocks and glass blocks using mortar or other substances to join.
- Communicated with customers before starting work to inform of noise, obstructions or interruptions.
- Restored mortar joints by removing mortar to exact depth and replacing with fresh mortar.
- Moved bricks, tools, and supplies with equipment such as forklifts and hand trucks.
- Readied work areas by clearing and smoothing surfaces and adjoining structures.
- Smoothed final surfaces by removing excess mortar and finishing joints.
- Formed edges and molded joints with edging tools and jointers.
- Configured expansion joints and edges with related tools.
- Applied stains, sealer and curing agents to masonry.
- Caulked crevices in masonry work for weather-proof seal.
- Repaired or altered structural and superficial damage to various masonry work and surfaces.
- Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
- Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
- Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
- Kept production team moving forward for progress in daily site operations.
- Monitored project progress to enforce adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Implemented onsite safety protocols and procedures and properly trained team members on prevention measures.
- Communicated effectively with clients to address project specifications and concerns.
- Implemented process improvements to enhance productivity and reduce waste.
- Established safety protocols to ensure safe working conditions in accordance with OSHA regulations.
- Provided technical guidance to junior mason foreman regarding installation techniques and methods.
Bricklayer
Brazeal Masonry, Inc.
Tulsa
03.2003 - 06.2020
- Repaired and restored brickwork on buildings, walls and chimneys.
- Constructed brick walls and structures following blueprints and specifications.
- Ensured proper alignment and leveling of bricks during installation process.
- Mixed mortar and other materials to achieve optimal consistency for laying bricks.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects within tight deadlines.
- Maintained tools and equipment in safe, working condition at all times.
- Laid bricks in various patterns according to specifications.
- Used mechanical cement-mixing equipment or hand tools to prepare cement for use.
- Mixed mortar by hand, wheelbarrow or mechanical mixer.
- Removed debris from work area at the end of each day's activities.
- Installed lintels, arches and other masonry structures.
- Molded expansion joints and edges using edging tools, jointers, and straightedge.
- Applied waterproofing materials to exterior surfaces of structures.
- Acquired and maintained high skill level in construction, alteration, repair, and maintenance of masonry structures and surfaces.
- Checked verticality of walls using plumb bob or laser level equipment.
- Created decorative designs in stone or tile for garden pathways or fountains.
- Determined required materials, job requirements, and task priorities according to work orders.
- Provided guidance and instruction to apprentices on proper techniques.
- Installed flashing around window sills, door frames and rooflines.
- Assisted other tradespeople such as carpenters, electricians, when necessary.
- Inspected existing structures for safety issues prior to repair work.
- Caulked gaps between wall sections with expanding foam insulation material.
- Applied sealants around windows and doors for weatherproofing purposes.
- Cleaned masonry surfaces before applying new coatings or treatments.
- Cut and positioned pavers according to site plan and design specifications.
- Used trowel edges and hammers to break or cut brick and tiles to size.
- Prepared for each job by accurately laying out wall patterns and foundation plans.
- Measured distance from reference points and marked guidelines to lay out work with plumb bobs and levels.
- Calculated angles and courses and determined vertical and horizontal alignment of courses.
- Removed excess materials and smoothed surfaces to achieve desired finishes.
- Applied and smoothed mortar or other mixtures over work surface.
- Guided large stones onto foundation locations using truck cranes, hoists and skids.
Skills
- Blueprint interpretation
- Quality control inspections
- Crew scheduling and supervision
- Material coordination
- Site safety compliance
- Customer communication and conflict resolution
- Employee training and development
- Problem solving and attention to detail
- Waterproofing techniques
- Stone cutting and restoration
- Bricklaying and mortar preparation
- Concrete mixing and repair
- Forklift operation
Timeline
Mason Forman
R.B. Weatherman Masonry, Inc.
06.2020 - Current
Bricklayer
Brazeal Masonry, Inc.
03.2003 - 06.2020