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Michael Cortes

Woodbridge,VA

Summary

Quality-focused Carpenter committed to following safety code regulations. Timely and efficient working style takes difficult jobs through to completion within budget. Experienced in both residential and commercial construction.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Carpenter

IT Data Consultant
10.2022 - Current
  • Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
  • Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
  • Completed installations of building structures, flooring, drywall, finishing, and painting.
  • Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
  • Repaired damaged doors, windows and other structures.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Applied knowledge of drywall finishing, sanding, and taping to suit project requirements.

Carpenter

Elite Wall Systems LLC
07.2022 - 10.2022
  • Installed drywall, ceilings and metal framing.
  • Followed protocols and stayed organized to provide personal and teammate safety.


Carpenter

VMC Contracting INC.
05.2021 - 12.2021
  • Collaborated with other construction workers to coordinate projects and streamline process.
  • Assisted in training new carpenters to demonstrate techniques, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
  • Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
  • Installed insulation, metal framing, acoustical cellings and other finishing touches.

Carpenter

District Construction Corporation
02.2021 - 05.2021
  • Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
  • Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
  • Metal framing and drywall.

Carpenter

Sunrise Contractors LLC
11.2020 - 02.2021
  • Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
  • Gathered and disposed of worksite debris to remove safety hazards.
  • Assisted with successful, time-sensitive renovations of various structures.
  • Carpentry and drywall work.
  • Installation of ceiling tile.

Drywall Installer

Casey Construction Group, LLC.
09.2020 - 11.2020
  • Installed drywall for commercial projects with consistent attention to quality and safety.
  • Removed and replaced damaged drywall to complete repair and restoration projects.
  • Measured and marked cutting lines on drywall for lengths, heights and penetrations.
  • Completed installation of drywall sheets on commercial properties.

Carpenter

Marin Construction INC
12.2019 - 09.2020
  • Applied skills in taping, sanding and finishing drywall to meet project specifications.
  • Prepared work area, tools and equipment for job site.
  • Achieved accurate installations using proper measurements and allocations of drywall material.
  • Promoted use of proper PPE and safety equipment to safeguard teams and equipment.
  • Metal framing and drywall

Carpenter

Lobo's Brothers Construction
04.2018 - 12.2019

Drywall and Carpentry work.

Carpenter

Manganaro Midatlantic LLC
04.2016 - 04.2018

Drywall, commercial framing and installation of doors.

Warehouse Worker

Office Products Inc.
03.2011 - 04.2016
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Checked packages and merchandise for damage and notified vendors.
  • Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
  • Operated pallet jacks and material moving equipment to receive and transport items from various warehouse locations.

Ironworker

Dean Steel Erectors
09.2008 - 03.2011
  • Erected structural steel and iron frameworks for buildings and other structures.
  • Prioritized safety across job site with specific attention to load suspension, welding, and cutting.
  • Cut metal components to required lengths using metal shears, hacksaws, and bar cutters.

Education

High School Diploma -

Turner Ashby High School
Bridgewater, VA
06.2009

Skills

  • Structural Repairs
  • Hand and Power Tools
  • Proficient in Hardware
  • TV and Monitor Installation
  • Drywalling
  • Expert Painting
  • Carpet Installation
  • Door Installation
  • Assembling of Door Frames
  • Blueprint Reading
  • Commercial Metal Framing
  • Acoustical Ceiling Grids
  • Exceptional Finishing Skills
  • Worksite Safety
  • Safety Protocol Knowledge
  • Construction Best Practices
  • Results-Driven
  • Excellent Work Ethic

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Certification

  • OSHA Certified - 10 Hours

Timeline

Carpenter

IT Data Consultant
10.2022 - Current

Carpenter

Elite Wall Systems LLC
07.2022 - 10.2022

Carpenter

VMC Contracting INC.
05.2021 - 12.2021

Carpenter

District Construction Corporation
02.2021 - 05.2021

Carpenter

Sunrise Contractors LLC
11.2020 - 02.2021

Drywall Installer

Casey Construction Group, LLC.
09.2020 - 11.2020

Carpenter

Marin Construction INC
12.2019 - 09.2020

Carpenter

Lobo's Brothers Construction
04.2018 - 12.2019

Carpenter

Manganaro Midatlantic LLC
04.2016 - 04.2018

Warehouse Worker

Office Products Inc.
03.2011 - 04.2016

Ironworker

Dean Steel Erectors
09.2008 - 03.2011

High School Diploma -

Turner Ashby High School
Michael Cortes