Sean Ahina
Honolulu,HI
Summary
Trained journeyman carpenter with well-established knowledge of masonry, woodworking and repair work. Exemplary attention to detail and craftsmanship. Trained in equipment use.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Journeyman Carpenter
Grace pacific structures
Honolulu, HI
03.2021 - 01.2025
- Collaborated with other tradespeople onsite during construction projects.
- Checked accuracy of finished product with measuring tools such as tape measures and levels.
- Repaired or replaced damaged or defective parts using power tools and equipment.
- Constructed forms for pouring concrete foundations.
- Conducted inspections, diagnosed problems, took measurements and made necessary adjustments to complete projects according to specifications.
- Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints to determine best techniques for job.
- Used various carpenter's hand tools, portable power tools and standard measuring instruments.
- Compacted soil with the use of a compactor plate and/or jumping jack
- Operated heavy equipment in compliance with company's operating safety policies and procedures.
- Loaded truck beds with excess soil and debris from excavation sites.
- Placed ties and stirrups on reinforcing steel according to structural drawings.
- Measured and cut rebar to specified lengths using a variety of tools.
- Ensured proper placement of steel reinforcement elements during installation process.
- Bent, formed, and tied wire mesh into predetermined shapes.
- Smooth out freshly poured concrete with trowels and other finishing tools.
- Use shovels, hoes, rakes, and other tools to spread or level concrete.
- Assist in demolishing existing structures with jackhammers and other tools as needed.
- Poured concrete into forms using pump hose and leveled.
- Positioned wire mesh and rebar to reinforce concrete.
- Finished surfaces by troweling, floating and brushing following project requirements and specifications.
Journeyman Carpenter
Bethel construction
Honolulu
03.2018 - 02.2020
- Fabricated wooden jigs and templates to aid in the assembly process of parts in production runs.
- Installed doors, windows, cabinets, frames and trim according to blueprints or verbal instructions.
- Interpreted drawings and blueprints accurately in order to determine layout requirements.
- Performed minor repairs on damaged woodwork items such as window sills or door jambs.
- Constructed forms for pouring concrete foundations.
- Installed drywall panels on walls and ceilings using screws, nails, or adhesives.
- Installed corner beads and trim pieces prior to the application of texture coating.
- Applied several layers of joint compound in order to create a smooth finish.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials between loading, processing, and storage areas.
Education
High School Diploma -
Nanakuli High
Honolulu06-1998
Skills
- Leveling and alignment
- Layout planning
- Heavy lifting
- Form stripping
- Rebar installation
- Home renovation
- Electrical
- Plumbing
- Auto mechanics
- Forming and pouring
- Bridge building experience
- Heavy equipment operator
- Measuring and cutting
- Finish carpentry
- Critical thinking
- Blueprint reading
Previous projects worked on
- Just previously worked on two bridges in Makaha, two bridges at the bike path in Waipahu and finished up on maili bridge
Heavy equipment operated
- Manlift
- Scissor lift
- Off road forklift
- Skid steer
- Excavator
- Backhoe
- Skid plate
- Jumping jack
Timeline
Journeyman Carpenter
Grace pacific structures
03.2021 - 01.2025
Journeyman Carpenter
Bethel construction
03.2018 - 02.2020
High School Diploma -
Nanakuli High