Nicholas Jacobson
Union Carpenter
Sumner,WA
Summary
Ambitious Carpenter at taking on multiple projects at once. Experience with complete home construction, remodels and renovations. Skilled at taking on unique projects. Successful at providing clients with both technical skill and creative insight. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Dedicated professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Union Carpenter
Rushforth
Fife, WA
05.2007 - 03.2015
- Organized project work by reading blueprints and assessing job specifications to determine optimal plans.
- Checked measurements and completed accurate cuts to prevent materials waste and maintain cost controls.
- Completed precise joining and high-quality finish work by properly anchoring and bracing structures.
- Planned projects by identifying necessary equipment, tools, and required assistance.
- Monitored tool and equipment condition and arranged repairs.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Assembled durable, high-quality structures by working with forming systems, hand tools and range of equipment.
- Went without safety accident by safely setting up scaffolding, gang ladders, perimeter railings, fall protection and temporary covers.
- Aligned and squared frames and forms for installation.
- Built structures using precast concrete and hand-poured concrete forms.
- Inspected job site location to evaluate for code violations and coordinated necessary maintenance or repairs.
- Completed tasks according to technical document requirements and specifications to work with accuracy.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and construction documents to determine project directives.
- Studied specifications in blueprints, sketches or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
- Set and built form systems
- Followed protocols and stayed organized to provide personal and teammate safety.
- Safely operated electric cordless and hammer drills and cutting torches.
- Properly poured, set and cured concrete.
- Specialized in foundations, framing and finish carpentry.
Safety Supervisor
Rushforth
Fife, WA
05.2007 - 03.2015
- Analyzed onsite incidents and instituted precautionary measures to reduce risk and severity of workplace injuries.
- Offered staff coaching on observed at-risk work habits to minimize accidents and increase workplace safety.
- Verified monthly practice of fire drills for every work shift.
- Recognized, documented and advised on removal of hazards.
- Completed workplace safety and hazard inspections.
- Inspected work practices and procedures for compliance with company and federal regulations.
- Reviewed company processes and suggested methods that would improve overall safety for all employees.
- Shared health and safety tips with staff effectively lowering ENR score by 5 points. When I was on the safety Board
- Kept main work areas free of debris and obstacles that could cause falls and mishaps.
- Instructed employees on OSHA standards.
- Participated in safety meetings and assisted Union Carpenters by answering questions from staff members.
- Monitored safety practices of new and existing employees.
- Mentored and managed team of safety specialists and enforced safety protocols among associates.
- Scrutinized construction activities for personnel safety and regulatory compliance.
- Trained company employees in safety procedures and provided in-depth documentation for review.
- Achieved zero safety incidents for 365 Days
- Led employee training on safe usage of equipment. Have trained carpenters on all-terrain forklifts, wearhouse forklifts and multi MEWP's(man lifts)
- Inspected facilities for adherence to fire, hazard and safety guidelines.
- Helped probation and pretrial services officers carry out investigation and supervision duties, providing assistance and technical support in variety of areas. I been involved with job sites break ins. I was job security
- Checked written JSAs and permits for adherence to regulations.
- Provided instructions to staffers during fire drills and emergency evacuations. I wrote emergency procedures while being the safety director for a seven story apartment complex
- Served as primary backup to officer in charge with various responsibilities related to compliance, operations management, and staff supervision.
- Conducted safety audits and investigated job sites quality issues.
- Responded to any emergencies as instructed and with utmost efficiency. I have been on several jobs that emergency has occured and tended with situation with confidence
- Inspected worksites, practices and gear for compliance with established safety standards.
- Designed programs, policies, and procedures that were implemented to reduce or eliminate workplace injuries and hazards.
Union Carpenter
Kiewit Bridge Marine
Seattle, WA
03.2019 - Current
- Organized project work by reading blueprints and assessing job specifications to determine optimal plans.
- Checked measurements and completed accurate cuts to prevent materials waste and maintain cost controls.
- Completed precise joining and high-quality finish work by properly anchoring and bracing structures.
- Planned projects by identifying necessary equipment, tools, and required assistance.
- Monitored tool and equipment condition and arranged repairs.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring and cabinetry.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Assembled durable, high-quality structures by working with forming systems, hand tools and range of equipment.
- Went 365 days without safety accident by safely setting up scaffolding, gang ladders, perimeter railings, fall protection and temporary covers.
- Facilitated harmonious working relationships with crew members to prevent problems and conflicts.
- Met with clients to set out project goals, scope and requirements and drafted blueprints for review and final approval.
- Aligned and squared frames and forms for installation.
- Built structures using precast concrete and hand-poured concrete forms.
- Selected and ordered lumber or other required materials to keep inventory at sufficient levels.
- Inspected job site location to evaluate for code violations and coordinated necessary maintenance or repairs.
- Completed tasks according to technical document requirements and specifications to work with accuracy.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and construction documents to determine project directives.
- Studied specifications in blueprints, sketches or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
- Set and built form systems and set embeds.
- Followed protocols and stayed organized to provide personal and teammate safety.
- Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
- Calculated dimensions and amount of needed materials by accurately measuring job site and structures.
- Safely operated electric cordless and hammer drills and cutting torches.
- Properly poured, set and cured concrete.
- Carefully read blueprints, sketches and technical drawings to inform comprehensive understanding of project scope and specifications.
- Transformed lumber into forms and assembled structures for low income/commercial projects.
- Specialized in foundations, framing and finish carpentry.
Union Carpenter
Walsh Construction
Seattle, WA
03.2015 - 06.2018
- Planned projects by identifying necessary equipment, tools, and required assistance.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Performed welding on frames.
- Safely operated electric cordless and hammer drills and cutting torches.
Education
Associate of Arts - Carpentry
Renton Technical College
Renton, WA 09.2010 - 01.2015
Skills
Hand and power tools
Construction management
Commercial construction
Safety and compliance
Heavy Equipment Operation
Blueprints and schematics
Field Management
Operations management
Job inspections
Schedule optimization
Verbal and written communication
Budgeting
Certification
OSHA 10
Timeline
Union Carpenter
Kiewit Bridge Marine
03.2019 - Current
Union Carpenter
Walsh Construction
03.2015 - 06.2018
OSHA 30
12-2012
OSHA 10
12-2010
Hazard awareness
12-2010
Associate of Arts - Carpentry
Renton Technical College
09.2010 - 01.2015
Union Carpenter
Rushforth
05.2007 - 03.2015
Safety Supervisor
Rushforth
05.2007 - 03.2015