Rhett Burland
Friday Harbor,WA
Summary
Dedicated construction worker with hands-on experience in equipment maintenance, concrete finishing, and framing. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with teams, ensuring projects meet specifications and deadlines while prioritizing safety and organization.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Construction Worker
NJA Construction
Friday Harbor, WA
05.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with team members to maintain safety standards on job sites consistently.
- Assisted in the installation of structural frameworks, ensuring compliance with specifications.
- Conducted regular inspections of tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Maintained clean and organized job sites, contributing to a safe working environment for all employees.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
- Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
- Completed construction projects on time by adhering to strict deadlines and prioritizing tasks appropriately.
- Assisted with basic carpentry work such as installing wooden floors and crown molding.
- Gathered waste and trash from job sites for placement in refuse containers to keep job sites clean and organized.
- 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.
- Assisted with successful, time-sensitive renovations of various structures.
- Enhanced project efficiency by coordinating with team members and managing resources effectively.
- Reduced material waste by accurately calculating requirements and optimizing usage throughout the project lifecycle.
- Assisted in design of cost-efficient, sustainable building solutions, meeting clients' environmental goals.
Concrete Laborer
Aaron Jones
Wenatchee, WA
04.2021 - 09.2022
- Operated heavy machinery for concrete pouring and finishing tasks.
- Utilized wheelbarrows, shovels and other tools to move, spread and level concrete.
- Leveled, smoothed, and finished surfaces of poured concrete for construction projects.
- Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
- 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.
- Participated in concrete pouring and finishing, expertly managing application of sealers and curing compounds.
- Completed various concrete finishing tasks including screeding, edging, and floating for high-quality results.
- Assisted with installation of steel and anchor bolts to reinforce concrete.
- Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
- Routinely lifted and moved items weighing up to 150 pounds.
- Mixed and set concrete according to project specifications.
- Assisted in site preparation, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to execute complex construction projects efficiently.
Volunteer Firefighter
Finley Point/Yellow Bay Fire Station
Polson, MT
01.2016 - 05.2019
- Responded to emergency calls, ensuring timely and effective fire suppression efforts.
- Collaborated with team members during training exercises to enhance firefighting techniques and safety protocols.
- Conducted routine maintenance checks on firefighting equipment, ensuring operational readiness at all times.
- Assisted in developing community outreach programs to educate residents on fire safety and prevention measures.
Lawn Maintenance Laborer
Mark Giacoletto
Polson, MT
01.2012 - 01.2018
- Operated lawn maintenance equipment, including mowers and trimmers, ensuring optimal performance and safety.
- Performed routine landscape maintenance tasks, including mowing, edging, and mulching for residential properties.
- Trained new staff on proper equipment usage and safety protocols to ensure a cohesive work environment.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects efficiently while maintaining high-quality standards.
- Maintained clean work areas by removing debris, leaves, and branches from client properties.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Diagnosed problems with equipment and performed regular maintenance for long-term functionality.
Education
High School Diploma -
Polson High School
Polson, MT06-2015
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Construction
- Attention to detail
- Power tool operation
- Team collaboration
- Worksite safety
- Basic carpentry
- Truck loading
- Framing
- Flooring installation
- Concrete finishing
- Materials loading
- Carpentry
- Window installation
- Construction safety
Timeline
Construction Worker
NJA Construction
05.2024 - Current
Concrete Laborer
Aaron Jones
04.2021 - 09.2022
Volunteer Firefighter
Finley Point/Yellow Bay Fire Station
01.2016 - 05.2019
Lawn Maintenance Laborer
Mark Giacoletto
01.2012 - 01.2018
High School Diploma -
Polson High School