Robert Gillin
Philadelphia,PA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Skillful Residential Roofer with hands-on experience in all aspects of roofing installation, repair, and maintenance. Known for precision workmanship and commitment to safety protocols, possessing practical knowledge of various roofing systems and materials. Demonstrated leadership skills in managing teams while maintaining high-quality standards and timely project completion.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Residential Roofer
Jeff Marmelstein roofing system
Havertown, Pennsylvania
09.2018 - Current
- Installed and replaced shingles, tiles, metal panels, flashings, gutters and downspouts.
- Repaired leaks in roofs using waterproof sealants.
- Removed old shingles and tiles from roofs prior to installation of new material.
- Inspected finished work to ensure quality standards were met before leaving job sites.
- Utilized power tools such as nail guns to secure roofing materials into place.
- Kept worksites clean by removing debris regularly throughout the duration of a project.
- Worked closely with colleagues on larger-scale residential roofing projects.
- Followed manufacturer specifications to remove old roofing materials and install new roofs.
- Repaired and replaced roof membrane, sub roofing, sheathing and base materials.
- Diagnosed and identified sources of leaks, developing plans for repairs from total tear-offs to patchwork.
- Worked safely and effectively under difficult conditions and completed projects under various kinds of weather.
- Set up ladders or scaffolding to safely access roof.
- Loaded materials and tools into vehicles and unloaded upon arrival at jobsites.
Skilled Laborer/driver
Mellon Certified Restoration
Lansdowne, Pennsylvania
03.2016 - 08.2018
- Operated power tools and equipment to complete assigned tasks.
- Performed basic maintenance on machines and tools.
- Conducted regular inspections of work areas to ensure safety standards were met.
- Assisted in loading and unloading trucks with necessary materials for projects.
- Moved materials, supplies and equipment around the worksite as needed.
- Built scaffolding, ladders and other structures as required by job duties.
- Cleaned up debris from construction sites after work was completed each day.
- Transported materials between locations in order to complete projects on time.
- Used various types of power saws to cut wood beams into desired shapes and sizes.
Painter's Helper
Freedom painting
Upper Darby, Pennsylvania
04.2015 - 12.2015
- Assisted with mixing and preparing paints for use on projects.
- Maintained a clean and safe working environment by sweeping, mopping, and disposing of paint waste properly.
- Cleaned surfaces to be painted using abrasives, solvents, brushes, scrapers and other tools.
- Applied primers, sealants and finishes to walls according to specifications.
- Scraped old paint from surfaces in preparation for new coats of paint.
- Assisted with painting interior and exterior structures including baseboards, door frames and window frames.
- Strhed drop cloths around furniture before beginning painting tasks.
- Repaired cracks in drywall prior to painting them.
Warehouse Worker
American Receying Manufacturer
Lansdowne, Pennsylvania
03.2011 - 02.2015
- Maintained stock levels in accordance with company policies.
- Received and tracked incoming inventory shipments.
- Organized warehouse space for efficient storage of products.
- Assembled orders according to customer requests.
- Moved large and bulky items manually or with pallet jacks or forklifts.
- Assisted in packaging and labeling of products for shipment.
- Placed bracing, straps and other protective devices onto items in transit to prevent damage.
Labor
Delware county lift
Claymont, Delaware
07.2009 - 10.2010
- Assisted in the installation of concrete forms, rebar, and mesh for reinforced concrete structures.
- Maintained tools and equipment used onsite.
- Operated a variety of hand and power tools as needed.
- Dug trenches and holes as instructed, using hand tools or machinery, following safety standards.
- Participated in demolition projects, safely breaking down structures using tools and machinery.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in work areas to ensure safety and efficiency.
Education
GED -
Upper Darby Senior High School
Drexel Hill, PA06-2009
Skills
- Roof Installation
- Leak detection
- Debris Removal
- Able to lift over 50 pounds
- EPDM roofing systems
- Rough carpentry framing
- Power Tool Operation
- Safety Protocols
- Forklift Operation
- Scaffolding Setup
- Maintenance and repairs
- Clean Driving Record
- Picking up and dropping off materials
- Paint applications
Timeline
Residential Roofer
Jeff Marmelstein roofing system
09.2018 - Current
Skilled Laborer/driver
Mellon Certified Restoration
03.2016 - 08.2018
Painter's Helper
Freedom painting
04.2015 - 12.2015
Warehouse Worker
American Receying Manufacturer
03.2011 - 02.2015
Labor
Delware county lift
07.2009 - 10.2010
GED -
Upper Darby Senior High School