Ramiro Ballesteros-Valenzuela
Aurora,CO
Summary
Dynamic Concrete Carpenter Foreman with extensive experience at WW CLYDE, specializing in formwork construction and concrete finishing. Proven track record of enhancing project efficiency through meticulous attention to detail and effective teamwork. Skilled and committed to maintaining safety protocols, ensuring high-quality results that exceed client expectations.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Concrete Carpenter Foreman
WW CLYDE
Centennial, CO
07.2024 - 12.2025
- Operated and maintained concrete finishing tools to ensure high-quality surface finishes.
- Assisted in formwork installation for various structures, adhering to safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to execute concrete pouring and placement efficiently.
- Followed blueprints and specifications to accurately measure and cut materials.
- Oversaw project timelines, ensuring adherence to deadlines while maintaining quality standards.
- Implemented best practices for waste reduction, contributing to cost-saving initiatives on projects.
- Streamlined construction processes by utilizing appropriate tools and equipment for each task.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols by wearing protective gear, following guidelines, and promoting safe practices among teammates.
- Collaborated with other trades to coordinate schedules and ensure timely completion of projects.
- Maintained proper curing conditions after pour completion for optimal strength development within finished products.
- Contributed to project success by strictly adhering to blueprints, specifications, and timelines provided by supervisors.
- Achieved smooth and level surfaces using screeds, trowels, and floats to finish concrete slabs accurately.
- Prevented costly rework through diligent inspection of completed forms prior to pouring concrete.
- Fostered positive working relationships with fellow carpenters through clear communication and teamwork in accomplishing shared goals.
- Minimized errors during concrete pouring by effectively communicating with the team about layout plans and specifications.
- Delivered exceptional craftsmanship, contributing to aesthetically pleasing and structurally sound projects that met or exceeded client expectations.
- Increased project durability through proper reinforcement installation and attention to detail during concrete pours.
- Constructed high-quality formwork systems, contributing to successful concrete installations on various projects.
- Collaborated with project managers to align team objectives with project timelines and deliverables.
- Conducted quality inspections, ensuring adherence to industry standards and client expectations on-site.
- Led weekly safety meetings, fostering a culture of safety awareness among all team members.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Addressed issues proactively, resolving problems quickly to minimize delays in project timelines.
Concrete Carpenter Leadman
Ames Construction
Denver, CO
06.2022 - 07.2024
- Constructed and installed concrete forms for various structures.
- Operated tools such as vibrators, saws, and trowels for surface finishing.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure project deadlines were met efficiently.
- Conducted site measurements to maintain accuracy in formwork installations.
- Assisted in mixing and pouring concrete to meet quality standards.
- Followed safety protocols to promote a secure work environment on-site.
- Mentored junior carpenters on best practices for concrete construction techniques.
- Streamlined workflow processes to enhance productivity and reduce waste on projects.
- Assisted with overall site preparation before beginning the construction process.
- Improved project efficiency by ensuring accurate measurements and formwork placement for concrete pours.
- Provided input on potential improvements or modifications during planning meetings for future projects based on hands-on experiences from previous jobs.
- Utilized wheelbarrows, shovels and other tools to move, spread and level concrete.
- Leveled, smoothed, and finished surfaces of poured concrete for construction projects.
- Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
- Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
- Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
- Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
- Participated in concrete pouring and finishing, expertly managing application of sealers and curing compounds.
- Assisted with installation of steel and anchor bolts to reinforce concrete.
- Safely operated concrete-cutting and finishing drills, power saws and trowels to complete assigned tasks.
- Trained new laborers in crew processes and safety behaviors.
- Routinely lifted and moved items weighing up to 80+ pounds.
- Assisted crew members with positioning trucks and moved discharge chute to guide concrete into forms.
- Interpreted blueprints and diagrams to determine project dimensions and requirements.
- Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
- Cut and shaped materials to meet outlined measurements.
Concrete Carpenter Leadman
JHL Constructors
Centennial, CO
08.2020 - 06.2024
- Operated and maintained concrete finishing tools to ensure high-quality surface finishes.
- Assisted in formwork installation for various structures, adhering to safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to execute concrete pouring and placement efficiently.
- Followed blueprints and specifications to accurately measure and cut materials.
- Oversaw project timelines, ensuring adherence to deadlines while maintaining quality standards.
- Implemented best practices for waste reduction, contributing to cost-saving initiatives on projects.
- Streamlined construction processes by utilizing appropriate tools and equipment for each task.
- Ensured adherence to safety protocols by wearing protective gear, following guidelines, and promoting safe practices among teammates.
- Collaborated with other trades to coordinate schedules and ensure timely completion of projects.
- Maintained proper curing conditions after pour completion for optimal strength development within finished products.
- Contributed to project success by strictly adhering to blueprints, specifications, and timelines provided by supervisors.
- Achieved smooth and level surfaces using screeds, trowels, and floats to finish concrete slabs accurately.
- Prevented costly rework through diligent inspection of completed forms prior to pouring concrete.
- Fostered positive working relationships with fellow carpenters through clear communication and teamwork in accomplishing shared goals.
- Minimized errors during concrete pouring by effectively communicating with the team about layout plans and specifications.
- Delivered exceptional craftsmanship, contributing to aesthetically pleasing and structurally sound projects that met or exceeded client expectations.
- Increased project durability through proper reinforcement installation and attention to detail during concrete pours.
- Constructed high-quality formwork systems, contributing to successful concrete installations on various projects.
- Collaborated with project managers to align team objectives with project timelines and deliverables.
- Conducted quality inspections, ensuring adherence to industry standards and client expectations on-site.
- Led weekly safety meetings, fostering a culture of safety awareness among all team members.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Addressed issues proactively, resolving problems quickly to minimize delays in project timelines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Manual High School
Denver, COSkills
- Column and Wall forming
- Power tools operation
- Slab pouring
- Concrete finishing
- Layout planning
- Formwork construction
- Foundation building
- Rebar installation
- Hand tools proficiency
- Planning and scheduling
- Heavy equipment operation
- Training and mentoring
- Safety protocols
- Forklift operation
- Bidwell Operations
- Finishing techniques
- Supply management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Scaffolding management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Heavy lifting
- Site inspection
- Commercial and residential jobs
- Measurements and calculations
- Interpersonal skills
- Interpreting blueprints
- Professionalism
Timeline
Concrete Carpenter Foreman
WW CLYDE
07.2024 - 12.2025
Concrete Carpenter Leadman
Ames Construction
06.2022 - 07.2024
Concrete Carpenter Leadman
JHL Constructors
08.2020 - 06.2024
High School Diploma -
Manual High School