Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Garney Construction Excellence Award
Timeline
Certification
Accomplishments
Work Availability
Work Preference
Quote
Interests
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Michael  Tong

Michael Tong

Webster

Summary

Seasoned Foreman and Master Carpenter with more than 20 years experience in commercial construction, including pivotal projects at Performance Windows and Doors. Excelled in crew management and training, ensuring safety and efficiency. Demonstrated mastery in heavy equipment operation and project planning, significantly enhancing operational quality and compliance. Proven track record in leading teams to achieve ambitious construction goals, underpinned by excellent mechanical abilities and a commitment to excellence.


Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Foreman

Performance Windows and Doors
07.2023 - Current
  • Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
  • Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
  • Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
  • Supervised field crews to maximize quality and work efficiency.
  • Collaborated with management and fellow supervisors to organize operations and achieve demanding schedule targets.
  • Worked directly on projects including commercial doors, access control, low voltage and pool gates.
  • Studied and interpreted blueprints to plan construction phases and team assignments.

Master Carpenter and Team Lead

Garney
06.2021 - 03.2023
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and construction documents to determine project directives.
  • Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment.
  • Worked directly on projects including tank construction and underground piping.


Master Carpenter and Team Lead

Wharton Smith
03.2020 - 06.2021
  • Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
  • Worked on multiple projects including tank construction and rehabilitation of a waste water treatment plant.
  • Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment.
  • Safely operated electric cordless and hammer drills and cutting torches.
  • Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
  • Specialized in foundations, rebar and finish carpentry.

Master Carpenter and Team Lead

Turner Construction
06.2018 - 07.2020
  • Planned projects by identifying necessary equipment, tools, and required assistance.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
  • Inspected job sites to identify potential hazards and establish protection and safety standards.
  • Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment.

Master Carpenter and Team Lead

Coca Cola
06.2015 - 06.2018
  • Worked on all projects in the plant including food grade construction, maintenance, and rehabilitation.
  • Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
  • Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment.
  • Calculated dimensions and amount of needed materials by accurately measuring job site and structures.

Education

High School Diploma -

Neptune High School
Neptune City, NJ

Skills

  • Heavy Equipment Operator
  • OSHA 10 Certified
  • Crew Management, Training, and Safety
  • Excellent Mechanical Abilities
  • Master Carpenter
  • Fall Protection Rigging, Scaffolding, and Catwalk
  • Commercial Construction including Waste Water Treatment Plants, Hospitals, Airports, Schools, Hotels, and Food Grade Plant Operations

Garney Construction Excellence Award

Excellent Performance Award-Received a commemorative coin and signed book.

Timeline

Foreman

Performance Windows and Doors
07.2023 - Current

Master Carpenter and Team Lead

Garney
06.2021 - 03.2023

Master Carpenter and Team Lead

Wharton Smith
03.2020 - 06.2021

Master Carpenter and Team Lead

Turner Construction
06.2018 - 07.2020

Master Carpenter and Team Lead

Coca Cola
06.2015 - 06.2018

High School Diploma -

Neptune High School

Certification

  • Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) 30-Hour Certification - OSHA Training Institute.
  • First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor Certification - American Red Cross.
  • Fall Protection Competent Person Training - International Safety Equipment Association.
  • Forklift Operator Trainer Certifications – Occupational Safety & Health Administration.

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 5 staff members.

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-Site

Important To Me

Career advancementPersonal development programsHealthcare benefitsPaid time off401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing

Quote

Every problem is a gift—without problems we would not grow.
Tony Robbins

Interests

I'm also a mechanic so, I also love to work on cars/trucks/tractors

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Michael Tong