Reginald Sanders
Jennings,LA
Summary
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Painter's Helper
R&C Painting
Clinton, MI
01.2024 - Current
- Covered surfaces with drop cloths, masking tape and paper during painting.
- Helped remove damaged materials and surfaces in preparation for repairs.
- Filled cracks, holes and joints with fillers using caulking guns.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
- Painted indoor areas such as hallways, bathrooms, and lobbies.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, minimizing disruptions for clients during projects.
- Applied primer, paints, varnishes and lacquers to walls and surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods.
- Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
- Worked holidays and weekends depending on shifting needs of project.
- Protected surfaces from damage and spills by using drop cloths prior to and during painting.
- Excelled under tight deadlines without sacrificing quality or client satisfaction, ensuring repeat business and positive referrals.
- Safely operated lifts, scaffolding, and ladders to complete large-scale jobs efficiently.
- Kept accurate records of paint supplies and other materials.
- Prepared surfaces for painting by cleaning, sanding, and filling holes, ensuring smooth finishes.
- Taped off areas to prevent overspray and other accidents.
- Used airless sprayers, rollers, brushes and other painting tools to accomplish job tasks.
- Primed and sealed surfaces to best support paint coats.
- Removed wallpaper and sanded surfaces to prepare for paint application.
- Trained new staff on initial setup routines and continual work monitoring procedures.
- Interacted with clients to report progress and verify timetable for completed work.
Concrete Laborer
Guinn Construction
Jennings, LA
03.2022 - 01.2024
- Grouting, Digging, Building Forms For Bridges, Building Forms For Catch Basins, Laying Drainage Pipe, Finishing Concrete, Pouring Concrete
- Assisted in bridge construction by performing essential tasks such as concrete pouring and reinforcement placement.
- Improved overall crew performance through effective communication and coordination with supervisors and fellow laborers.
- Completed essential maintenance activities on equipment, ensuring optimal performance levels throughout project duration.
- Reduced safety hazards by quickly addressing any potential risks observed on-site and reporting them to supervisory staff.
- Enhanced project efficiency by maintaining clean and organized work zones, ensuring safe working conditions for all team members.
- Assisted in the installation of guardrails, expansion joints, and other necessary components to ensure durable and functional finished bridges.
- Facilitated smooth transportation across newly constructed bridges by assisting in road surface finishing tasks such as asphalt paving or painting lane markings.
- Provided support during concrete curing process by monitoring temperature changes and applying appropriate treatments when needed.
Crew Leader
Double EE
Cameron, LA
01.2020 - 04.2022
- Grouting, painting, digging, building wood decks, operating heavy equipment, forklift, skid steer, operate HVAC truck
- Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Gathered waste and trash from job sites for placement in refuse containers to keep job sites clean and organized.
- Conducted daily site inspections to identify potential safety hazards.
- Observed safety regulations on job sites to minimize accidents.
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
- Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
- Improved worksite safety by consistently adhering to company protocols and guidelines.
- Dug trenches and set up forms to specified requirements for concrete pours.
- Reduced material waste by accurately measuring and cutting building materials according to specifications.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Gathered and disposed of worksite debris to remove safety hazards.
- Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment onto and off construction sites.
- Reduced safety incidents by implementing and enforcing strict safety guidelines and protocols.
- Verified and submitted team timesheets.
Electrician Helper/Apprentice
ISC Constructors, LLC
Westlake, LA
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Running Conduit, Pulling Wire, Terminating Wire, Etc
- Organized materials and tools in to maintain clean and neat work areas.
- Increased productivity by promptly preparing necessary tools and equipment for each job, ensuring timely task execution.
- Enhanced team morale by fostering a positive work environment, contributing to improved communication and collaboration among colleagues.
- Worked under supervision of journeyman electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to accurately install new electrical systems.
Laborer/Operator/Driver
Chicago Bridge & Iron Company
Lake Charles, LA
01.2016 - 01.2019
- Flagging, Digging, Laying Drainage Pipe, Occasionally Operating Dozer & Dump Trucks, Pumping Water, Back Flow Etc
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Contributed to timely project completions with effective collaboration among team members and efficient task execution.
- Performed frequent heavy lifting up to 75 pounds, climbing and working in confined spaces to achieve company goals.
- Remove debris and leveled ground to prepare job sites for construction projects.
- Moved equipment between job locations using truck and trailer.
- Assisted team in setting up and dismantling equipment and tools to use for construction.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
- Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
Electrical Helper/Apprentice
FNS (Fiber Network Solutions)
Tyler, TX
05.2014 - 03.2016
- My duties as an electrical helper was to assist the journeyman electrician terminate transformers, terminate substation, installing ground points and splicing wire for Wind Turbines
- Operated hand and power tools correctly to minimize risks of damage, shock, or personal injury.
- Followed exact direction of electricians to help projects move smoothly and avoid unnecessary rework.
- Contributed to successful system installations by accurately measuring, cutting, and bending conduit as instructed.
- Demonstrated strong work ethic by consistently arriving on time, prepared, and ready to contribute to the success of each project.
Education
Physical Therapy Technician - undefined
Unitech Training Academy
High School Diploma - undefined
Jennings High School
Skills
- Welding
- Construction
- Electrician Helper
- Carpentry
- Forklift
- Driving
- Forklift Operator (4 years)
- Painting
- Surface preparation
- Power and hand tools
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Interior painting
- Effective communication
- Decision-making
- Material handling
- Safety compliance
Certification
Driver's License
Timeline
Painter's Helper
R&C Painting
01.2024 - Current
Concrete Laborer
Guinn Construction
03.2022 - 01.2024
Crew Leader
Double EE
01.2020 - 04.2022
Electrician Helper/Apprentice
ISC Constructors, LLC
01.2020 - 01.2021
Laborer/Operator/Driver
Chicago Bridge & Iron Company
01.2016 - 01.2019
Electrical Helper/Apprentice
FNS (Fiber Network Solutions)
05.2014 - 03.2016
Physical Therapy Technician - undefined
Unitech Training Academy
High School Diploma - undefined
Jennings High School