Robert Suter
North Canton,OH
Summary
Adept Cement Finisher with a proven track record at Newton concrete contractor showcasing expertise in concrete finishing and a strong ability to enhance project quality through meticulous surface leveling and smoothing. Known for exceptional teamwork and communication skills, consistently delivering projects with efficiency and high standards. Demonstrates a commitment to safety and continuous skill improvement, contributing to reduced waste and expedited completion times on commercial constructions.
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.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level class A finisher position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. USA proud!!
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cement Finisher
Dante Antonelli Cement Contractor
03.2019 - 04.2024
- Supported other construction teams by preparing subgrade surfaces for proper drainage before starting any concrete work.
- Completed projects on time by efficiently spreading, leveling, and smoothing concrete using various tools.
- Ensured durable and high-quality finishes with the proper application of sealing agents and curing processes.
- Enhanced skill set through continuous learning about new techniques, tools, or materials relevant to cement finishing.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts safely to efficiently complete site work.
- Repaired damaged items using different chemicals and tools.
- Measured and marked areas for deploying concrete.
- Installed forms for shaping, insulating, or creating decorative effects in concrete.
- Handled repairs on concrete finishing equipment, keeping tools operational.
- Applied concrete fabrication techniques to achieve desired project specifications, quality, and code standards.
- Measured precise amounts of concrete and verified levelness to improve quality of finished product.
- Streamlined workflow by effectively communicating with supervisors regarding progress updates or potential issues encountered while working on projects.
- Reduced waste by accurately estimating material requirements for various types of concrete work.
- Expedited completion times without compromising quality through effective teamwork on large-scale commercial projects.
Concrete Finisher
Newton Concrete
03.2001 - 12.2017
- Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
- Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
- Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
- Mixed, spread, and patched concrete to specifications.
- Created specific finishes on poured concrete.
- Assisted crew members with positioning trucks and moved discharge chute to guide concrete into forms.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper techniques and best practices for concrete finishing tasks.
- Supported overall project success through expert knowledge of curing times, weather conditions, and other variables affecting final results in the concrete finishing process.
- Achieved aesthetically pleasing results on decorative finishes using stamping or staining techniques tailored to individual client preferences.
- Assisted in estimating, measuring, and marking out work areas before concrete pours, facilitating accurate project planning.
- Contributed to aesthetic quality of projects by creating decorative textures in concrete surfaces.
- Achieved cost savings through effective reuse and maintenance of finishing tools and equipment.
- Enhanced project completion rates by efficiently smoothing and finishing surfaces of poured concrete floors, walls, sidewalks, or curbs to specified textures.
- Set concrete forms, ensuring alignments and depths for optimal structural integrity.
- Prepared and placed concrete to create sidewalks, driveways, or patios.
- Applied sealers or waterproofing to concrete as required by project.
- Reviewed all project documentation and blueprints to prioritize and schedule job tasks.
Production Line Assembly Worker
Alpha Security Products
10.1994 - 09.1996
- Facilitated smooth operations on the production floor by keeping workspaces clean, organized, and free from clutter.
- Kept work areas clean by removing trash and debris and organizing tools in preparation for next shift.
- Boxed, labeled, and transported items to support assembly operations.
- Ensured high-quality finished products by conducting thorough inspections at various stages of the assembly process.
- Demonstrated strong technical skills when operating machinery or using tools required for specific assembly tasks.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and proactively addressing potential hazards.
- Provided assistance to new hires during their training period for faster integration into the production line workflow.
- Enhanced production efficiency by streamlining assembly processes and implementing time-saving techniques.
- Monitored production processes to identify and address potential issues.
- Operated various machines used in production processes.
- Conducted quality assurance inspections on finished components and identified issues.
Education
GED - Basic
Hall
Gainesville,GA1993
Skills
- Leveling and screeding
- Power trowel operation
- Joint cutting
- Heavy equipment operation
- Structural repair
- Formwork construction
- Project estimation
- Rebar installation
- Hand troweling techniques
- Concrete finishing expertise
- Slab-on-grade construction
- Coloring and stamping
- Worksite safety
- Power tool operation
- Power saws
- Hand tool operation
- Trowel machinery
- Site preparation
- Concrete finishing
- Forklift operation
- Inventory management
- Commercial construction experience
- Concrete pouring
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Safety conscious
- Surface leveling and smoothing
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Hand and power tool operation
- Material handling
- Building and construction
- Structural knowledge
- Equipment maintenance and repair
- Team building
- Equipment operation
- Self motivation
- Measurements and calculations
- Goal setting
- Interpersonal skills
- Small engine repair
- All types of hand and power tool usage
- Some welding experience stick and Meg limited
- Pretty much any type of machinery Hands-On
- Willing to learn any new skills
- All types of flooring carpet final tile hardwood sand and seal
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of staff members.
- Documented and resolved issues which led to real results.
- Proved hard work pays off and everyday life
- 30 years strong and still going
Certification
CDL Classes
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Certification - Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
- Concrete Flatwork Finisher/Technician - American Concrete Institute (ACI).
- Utopucu finisher
Timeline
Cement Finisher
Dante Antonelli Cement Contractor
03.2019 - 04.2024
Concrete Finisher
Newton Concrete
03.2001 - 12.2017
Production Line Assembly Worker
Alpha Security Products
10.1994 - 09.1996
CDL Classes
- OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Certification - Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
- Concrete Flatwork Finisher/Technician - American Concrete Institute (ACI).
- Utopucu finisher
GED - Basic
Hall
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