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Paulo Chavez

Humble

Summary

Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success. Detailed Foreman skilled in planning, assigning and directing work tasks. Team-oriented professional with strong commitment to maintaining safe, clean job sites. Dedicated to quality and clear communication. Trustworthy professional offering several years as foreman. Focused and skilled in coordinating personnel, materials and equipment. Decisive when responding to urgent issues and resolving problems. Proficient professional with good problem-solving and group management skills. Successful at keeping employees on-task and achieving quality objectives. Reliable foreman with several years of construction site experience. Superb project oversight, team management and blueprint interpretation skills. Bilingual and successful in meeting tight job deadlines. Resourceful Foreman known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in project management, team leadership, and safety compliance, ensuring projects meet quality standards on time. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, leveraging these soft skills to lead teams effectively and overcome challenges in fast-paced environments.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Foreman

W.T. BYLER
Houston
07.2022 - Current

Supervised daily operations and maintained workflow efficiency on construction sites.

  • Coordinated tasks among crew members to ensure timely project completion.
  • Trained new workers on safety protocols and equipment usage procedures.
  • Inspected work quality and compliance with project specifications regularly.
  • Managed inventory of tools and materials to support ongoing projects smoothly.
  • Implemented best practices for site safety, reducing potential hazards for workers.
  • Trained new employees in safety regulations, operational procedures, and company policies.
  • Inspected tools, materials, and equipment to ensure quality standards were met.
  • Ensured all workers adhered to company policies and procedures.
  • Assessed work area conditions for potential hazards or risks.
  • Provided guidance, direction, and technical assistance to crew members.
  • Maintained daily logs of labor and equipment used on-site.
  • Supervised activities of personnel assigned to various tasks during construction jobs.
  • Kept detailed progress records to hit strict deadlines and adjust plans.
  • Obtained specifications and directed work for construction crews.
  • Monitored project progress to enforce adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
  • Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.
  • Established and enforced procedures and work standards, promoting team performance and safety.
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
  • Kept production team moving forward for progress in daily site operations.
  • Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve team productivity.
  • Trained new employees on company policies and procedures.
  • Prepared budgets for projects based on labor costs, materials needed.
  • Developed and implemented safety protocols for the team.
  • Tracked and reported units and labor hours prior to submission of timecards.
  • Resolved conflicts between workers in a timely manner.
  • Created detailed reports on job progress and submitted them to management on time.
  • Monitored job progress and ensured completion within budget constraints.
  • Coordinated with other departments to ensure project deadlines were met.
  • Managed workers at various experience levels in construction and restoration projects.
  • Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
  • Managed inventory levels of supplies necessary for job completion.
  • Checked project details to verify job site materials and equipment.
  • Communicated with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues.
  • Established expectations and motivated crews to consistently meet or beat goals.
  • Viewed and checked job equipment to determine maintenance requirements.
  • Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity.

Pipe Layer

W.T. Byler
Houston
07.2022 - Current
  • Installed various types of piping systems according to project specifications.
  • Collaborated with construction teams to ensure timely project completion.
  • Operated heavy machinery to dig trenches for pipe installation.
  • Conducted regular inspections of installed pipes for quality assurance.
  • Assisted in maintaining safety protocols on job sites at all times.
  • Coordinated material deliveries to ensure availability for ongoing projects.
  • Trained new team members on tools and safety practices effectively.
  • Maintained accurate records of materials used and work completed daily.
  • Installed pipes using hand tools, power tools and heavy machinery.
  • Handled assembly and installation of underground piping, fittings and valves for storm drains and water mains.
  • Assisted in the excavation of trenches for pipe laying.
  • Operated heavy machinery including tractors, bulldozers and loaders safely at worksites.
  • Used measuring instruments like levels, transits and laser devices for accurate positioning of pipes.
  • Performed backfilling operations after completing piping installations.
  • Tested newly constructed pipelines for leaks before commissioning them into service.
  • Verified that all safety protocols were followed while performing duties.
  • Repaired sanitary and storm water sewer structures and pipe systems.
  • Laid out and marked underground pipe routes to ensure accuracy of installation.
  • Directed equipment operators and alerted to hazards by using effective hand signals.
  • Calculated volumes of materials used during jobs such as trench excavations and backfill operations.
  • Cleaned debris from worksites following completion of tasks.
  • Collaborated with team members in order to ensure successful completion of tasks.
  • Repaired leaking joints in pipelines using welding equipment.
  • Measured distances between points to determine the length of pipe needed for a job.
  • Adhered to company equipment policies and safety procedures to avoid accidents and mishaps.
  • Analyzed blueprints and technical documents prior to starting construction projects.
  • Ensured proper alignment of pipes by shimming or packing material around them.
  • Maintained records related to work performed on pipelines and other associated systems.
  • Completed projects within specified time frames while maintaining quality standards.
  • Located underground utilities in preparation for digging and marked locations to prevent damage.
  • Backfilled excavated locations after completion of work to protect piping and prepare for final grading.
  • Located existing pipes requiring repair or replacement using magnetic and radio indicators.
  • Put in new fire hydrants, gate valves and fire lines to support city requirements.
  • Graded and leveled trench bases using tamping machines and hand tools.
  • Followed written instructions, schematics and blueprints to lay out pipe in correct arrangements.
  • Filled pipes with sand or resin to prevent distortion for proper installation.

Fitter

Amfels
Brownsville
01.2022 - 06.2022
  • Assembled components according to engineering specifications and blueprints.
  • Operated tools and machinery safely to complete fitting tasks.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and efficiency.
  • Inspected finished products for quality assurance before delivery.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace to promote safety standards.
  • Assisted in training new fitters on equipment usage and safety protocols.
  • Followed safety guidelines to minimize risks during fitting processes.
  • Managed inventory of tools and materials for fitting operations.
  • Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints for job.
  • Used hand tools such as hammers, wrenches and screwdrivers to complete tasks efficiently.
  • Observed safe work rules and utilized fall protection and PPE.
  • Fabricated metal components using welding and cutting tools.
  • Performed routine maintenance checks on all tools used in the job.
  • Cleaned machine parts with solvents before assembly or installation.
  • Performed preventative maintenance on equipment to ensure proper operation.
  • Provided technical support to colleagues when required.
  • Assembled and installed a variety of mechanical components, including pumps, motors, fans, valves and compressors.
  • Threaded and installed pipe using pipe wrench and dies.
  • Installed piping systems for water, gas, steam and other liquids according to blueprints.
  • Fit and welded piping to prevent leakage.

Machine Operator

Loram Maintenance of Way Inc
Hamel
05.2021 - 12.2021
  • Operated specialized rail maintenance machinery for efficient track repairs.
  • Conducted routine inspections to ensure machine safety and functionality.
  • Collaborated with team members to execute maintenance schedules effectively.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials safely for operational readiness.
  • Assisted in troubleshooting equipment issues to minimize downtime.
  • Trained new operators on equipment handling and safety procedures.

Pipe Layer

Golden Construction And Excavating
Brownsville
02.2020 - 05.2021
  • Installed various types of piping systems according to project specifications.
  • Collaborated with construction teams to ensure timely project completion.
  • Operated heavy machinery to dig trenches for pipe installation.
  • Conducted regular inspections of installed pipes for quality assurance.
  • Assisted in maintaining safety protocols on job sites at all times.
  • Coordinated material deliveries to ensure availability for ongoing projects.
  • Trained new team members on tools and safety practices effectively.
  • Maintained accurate records of materials used and work completed daily.
  • Installed pipes using hand tools, power tools and heavy machinery.
  • Filled pipes with sand or resin to prevent distortion for proper installation.
  • Followed written instructions, schematics and blueprints to lay out pipe in correct arrangements.
  • Graded and leveled trench bases using tamping machines and hand tools.
  • Put in new fire hydrants, gate valves and fire lines to support city requirements.
  • Located existing pipes requiring repair or replacement using magnetic and radio indicators.
  • Backfilled excavated locations after completion of work to protect piping and prepare for final grading.
  • Located underground utilities in preparation for digging and marked locations to prevent damage.
  • Completed projects within specified time frames while maintaining quality standards.
  • Analyzed blueprints and technical documents prior to starting construction projects.
  • Ensured proper alignment of pipes by shimming or packing material around them.
  • Measured distances between points to determine the length of pipe needed for a job.
  • Repaired leaking joints in pipelines using welding equipment.
  • Collaborated with team members in order to ensure successful completion of tasks.
  • Cleaned debris from worksites following completion of tasks.
  • Calculated volumes of materials used during jobs such as trench excavations and backfill operations.
  • Directed equipment operators and alerted to hazards by using effective hand signals.
  • Laid out and marked underground pipe routes to ensure accuracy of installation.
  • Repaired sanitary and storm water sewer structures and pipe systems.
  • Tested newly constructed pipelines for leaks before commissioning them into service.
  • Performed backfilling operations after completing piping installations.
  • Used measuring instruments like levels, transits and laser devices for accurate positioning of pipes.
  • Operated heavy machinery including tractors, bulldozers and loaders safely at worksites.
  • Assisted in the excavation of trenches for pipe laying.
  • Handled assembly and installation of underground piping, fittings and valves for storm drains and water mains.

Education

High School Diploma -

James Pace HighSchool
Brownsville, TX
06-2018

Skills

  • Project management
  • Construction safety
  • Blueprint interpretation
  • Quality assurance
  • Team supervision
  • Equipment operation
  • Material coordination
  • Progress reporting
  • Time management
  • Inventory management
  • Employee mentoring
  • Workflow optimization
  • Workplace safety
  • Construction procedures
  • Decision-making
  • Project leadership
  • Timesheet review
  • Quality control
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Crew supervision
  • Employee training
  • Daily reporting
  • Job planning
  • Materials management
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Workforce management
  • Team mentoring
  • Project reporting
  • Interpersonal and written communication
  • Heavy lifting
  • Project planning
  • Bilingual

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Certification

  • ErailSafety

Custom

I know how to use Spectra Precision Laser and optical survey level.

how to operate Volvo off-road truck, pad and smooth drum roller, and little bulldozer and excavator.

Timeline

Foreman

W.T. BYLER
07.2022 - Current

Pipe Layer

W.T. Byler
07.2022 - Current

Fitter

Amfels
01.2022 - 06.2022

Machine Operator

Loram Maintenance of Way Inc
05.2021 - 12.2021

Pipe Layer

Golden Construction And Excavating
02.2020 - 05.2021

High School Diploma -

James Pace HighSchool
Paulo Chavez