Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline

Richard Lopez

E & K of Phoenix
Phoenix,AZ
13
years of professional experience

Competent Journeyman Carpenter with positive demeanor and great communication skills. Experienced in power and hand tools and operations of heavy machinery. Knowledgeable in safety processes. Metal and wood stud framing, drywall installation and acoustic ceilings. Above average performance.

Work History

Journeyman Carpenter

3 Years 1 Month
E & K of Phoenix | 07.2023 - Current
  • Constructed and repaired frameworks, including walls, soffits and cielings.
  • Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate project execution.
  • Collaborated with other trades to coordinate project timelines and achieve milestones efficiently.
  • Mentored apprentice carpenters in safety protocols, tool usage, and best practices for quality workmanship.
  • Became leadman for crew. Delegated workers, met deadlines, and gave crew information and taught skills to get job done efficiently. Took production and attended foremans meetings and coordinated with other trades.

Carpenter/Handyman

4 Months
El Paso JAG | 03.2023 - 07.2023
  • Performed minor wall repair, installed drywall, and applied wallpaper.
  • Built and repaired decks, fences and sheds to improve overall appearance of homes.
  • Completed repair projects on time and under budget, resulting in significant increase in new client referrals.
  • Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
  • Installed insulation, trim and other finishing touches.
  • Cut and shaped materials to meet outlined measurements.

Framer Apprentice

6 Months
Building Texas Construction Services | 09.2022 - 03.2023
  • Built, installed, and repaired fixtures and components according to project demand
  • Measured, cut, and installed lumber and components according to project demand
  • Demolished and disposed of installations to replace infrastructure
  • Measured, assembled, and applied stains to woodworking projects according to client specifications and preferences
  • Loaded and unloaded materials and supplies to distribute across worksite
  • Cut and framed metal studs

Framer Apprentice

6 Months
Epx Construction | 03.2022 - 09.2022
  • Built high-quality wood and metal frameworks for structures.
  • Installed door and window frames, subflooring and fixtures for building activities
  • Secured forms and structures to anchor points with nails, bolts and rods.
  • Leveled structures with hand tools, avoiding costly rework.
  • Finished building interiors with trimming and final touches.
  • Measured and marked cutting lines using rulers, pencils and marking gauges.

General Contractor Apprentice

1 Year
M.A.D Man GCC | 02.2021 - 02.2022
  • Protected and reinforced surfaces using caulking guns and compounds.
  • Followed health and safety guidelines to meet established standards.
  • Modified buildings through wall demolition, replacement or construction.
  • Smoothened cement surfaces using hand and powered tools.
  • Finished inside spaces with drywall, tile and flooring.
  • Dissociated cement blocks with jackhammers and drills.

Helper/driver

1 Year 1 Month
Saint Vincent De Paul Thrift Store | 01.2017 - 02.2018
  • Handled monetary transactions with precision while following company policies and procedures
  • Processed sale transactions accurately using POS software and issued receipts, refunds or credit due to customers
  • Provided fast, friendly checkout experience to minimize wait times.
  • Processed merchandise returns and exchanges following store procedures.
  • Handled shipping tasks, preparing, tagging and securing containers.

Cashier

1 Year 3 Months
Taco Bell | 10.2013 - 01.2015
  • Addressed customer questions and complaints with professionalism.
  • Worked with supervisory team to meet customer needs.
  • Bagged, boxed or wrapped products for customers.
  • Kept clean, organized and well-stocked checkout areas.
  • Stocked store shelves and end-caps with merchandise.

Education

Master of Arts - Arts

El Paso Community College | El Paso, TX

Skills

Framework Construction
Trim Installation
Concrete Finishing
Tile Setting
Drywall Installation
Forklift/Scissor lift Operation
Crew Leading
Acoustic ceiling installation
Blue print/plan reading

Timeline

Journeyman Carpenter

E & K of Phoenix
07.2023 - CurrentRead More

Carpenter/Handyman

El Paso JAG
03.2023 - 07.2023Read More

Framer Apprentice

Building Texas Construction Services
09.2022 - 03.2023Read More

Framer Apprentice

Epx Construction
03.2022 - 09.2022Read More

General Contractor Apprentice

M.A.D Man GCC
02.2021 - 02.2022Read More

Helper/driver

Saint Vincent De Paul Thrift Store
01.2017 - 02.2018Read More

Cashier

Taco Bell
10.2013 - 01.2015Read More

El Paso Community College

Master of Arts from Arts
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Richard Lopez