Michael Ramirez
El Monte,CA
Summary
Skilled Concrete Finisher and Plumbing Apprentice with a proven track record at Posey and J.A. Cook Construction, demonstrating expertise in concrete finishing and pipe installation. Excelled in enhancing team productivity and safety, achieving efficient project completions. Known for exceptional problem-solving abilities and a detail-oriented approach, ensuring high-quality outcomes in both commercial and residential projects.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Concrete Finisher
Posey
02.2020 - 02.2024
- Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
- Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
- Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
- Mixed, spread, and patched concrete to specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth transitions between different phases of the concrete placement process.
- Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
- Shoveled materials such as dirt, gravel, and asphalt.
- Created specific finishes on poured concrete.
- Enhanced overall job site safety by ensuring proper usage of tools and equipment during concrete finishing processes.
- Assisted crew members with positioning trucks and moved discharge chute to guide concrete into forms.
- Measured precise amounts of concrete and verified levelness to improve quality of finished product.
- Demonstrated versatility by successfully completing various types of concrete projects, including residential, commercial, and industrial applications.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts safely to efficiently complete site work.
- Minimized downtime during projects by properly maintaining tools, equipment, and machinery essential for efficient execution of tasks related to concrete finishing.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper techniques and best practices for concrete finishing tasks.
- Reduced material wastage through effective use of leveling, screeding, and concrete smoothing techniques.
- Adapted quickly to changing job site requirements or unforeseen challenges without compromising quality or exceeding deadlines in completing assigned tasks related to concrete finishing.
- Ensured timely completion of projects by effectively managing time and resources for various concrete finishing tasks.
- Wore correct clothing and protective equipment for jobs.
- Applied concrete fabrication techniques to achieve desired project specifications, quality, and code standards.
- Enhanced team productivity, guiding less experienced workers on proper finishing techniques.
- Monitored concrete as it was poured, spread, and leveled, adjusting work for weather conditions.
- Ensured uniformity and quality of surface finish by selecting appropriate tools and methods for each project.
- Increased project efficiency by preparing base for concrete pouring, including compacting soil and laying out wire mesh.
- Assisted in estimating, measuring, and marking out work areas before concrete pours, facilitating accurate project planning.
- Prepared and placed concrete to create sidewalks, driveways, or patios.
- Troweled and finished concrete to create textured or decorative surfaces.
- Handled repairs on concrete finishing equipment, keeping tools operational.
- Cut, chipped, or sawed concrete to create desired shapes.
- Measured and marked areas for deploying concrete.
- Installed forms for shaping, insulating, or creating decorative effects in concrete.
- Inspected concrete structures for complete fills, defects, or damage.
- Adhered to safety and reporting procedures.
Plumbing Apprentice
J.a. Cook Construction
Los Altos, CA
02.2002 - 02.2005
Education
Partridge
Long Beach, CA06.2013
Skills
- Concrete finishing
- Worksite safety
- Float finishing
- Bull floats
- Hand tool use
- Pipe threading
- Gas line installation
- Soldering pipes
- Equipment safety
- Piping installation
- Drain cleaning
- Site excavation
- Backflow prevention
- Waste disposal systems
- Pipe installation
- Job site safety
- Power tool use
- Safety practices
- Debris collection
- Pipe measuring
- Equipment monitoring
- Brazing techniques
- Fixture installation
- Plumbing material selection
- Preventive Maintenance
- Materials handling
- Equipment operation
- Blueprint reading
- Ventilation systems
- Plumbing troubleshooting
- Pipe insulation
- Valve replacement
- Septic system maintenance
- Hydronic heating systems
- Pressure testing
- Chemical handling
- Lift up to number pounds
- Diagram reading
- Pump maintenance
- Materials distribution
- Chemical management
- Maintenance
- Basic repairs
- Plumbing codes
- Fixture repair
- Leak detection
- Construction plan interpretation
- Environmental regulations
- Pipe assembling
- Water heater maintenance
- Water treatment systems
- Pipe bending
- Pipe cutting
- Pipe replacement
- Valve and coupling fitting
- Measurements
- Skilled with both hand and power tools
- Hand and power tool operation
- Hand and power tools
- Heavy lifting
- Drainage repair
- Plumbing fixture installation
- Residential plumbing
- Equipment maintenance
- Plumbing
- Plumbing repairs
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Installation and maintenance
- Commercial and residential jobs
- Remodels and new construction
- Safety protocols
- Relationship building
- Pipefitting
- Water heater installation
- Silver and soft solder expert
- Parts fabrication
- Decision-making
- Detail-oriented
- Behavior monitoring
- Adept at conflict resolution
- Anger management
- Suicide prevention
- Client needs assessment
- Peer counseling
- Client counseling
- Strong public speaker
- Social work
- Substance abuse counseling
- Juvenile therapy
- Outreach programming specialist
Timeline
Concrete Finisher
Posey
02.2020 - 02.2024
Plumbing Apprentice
J.a. Cook Construction
02.2002 - 02.2005
Partridge