Russell Underdown
Springdale,AR
Summary
Dedicated Concrete Finisher with extensive experience at Gerdan Slipforming, skilled in surface preparation and rebar installation. Proven ability to enhance job site safety and quality through effective communication and meticulous attention to detail. Successfully adapted to changing conditions, ensuring optimal results in diverse concrete projects while minimizing material wastage.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Concrete Finisher
Gerdan Slipforming
Cape Girardeau, MO
09.2019 - 05.2021
- Finished concrete surfaces to ensure smoothness and durability.
- Operated hand tools and power equipment for precise concrete placement.
- Assisted in setting forms and preparing sites for concrete pouring activities.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain project timelines and quality standards.
- Adhered to safety protocols and regulations to minimize workplace hazards.
- Conducted regular maintenance on tools and equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
- 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.
- Minimized downtime during projects by properly maintaining tools, equipment, and machinery essential for efficient execution of tasks related to concrete finishing.
- Wore correct clothing and protective equipment for jobs.
- Maintained consistent quality in finished surfaces by meticulous attention to detail and adherence to industry standards.
- Observed manufacturer's safety procedures and corporate standards for pouring and finishing.
Concrete Finisher
Construction Recruiters
Fayetteville, AR
03.2015 - 05.2018
- Monitored weather conditions to adjust work plans for optimal curing conditions.
- Trained new employees on proper finishing techniques and equipment use.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth transitions between different phases of the concrete placement process.
- Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
- Shoveled materials such as dirt, gravel, and asphalt.
- Created specific finishes on poured concrete.
- Enhanced overall job site safety by ensuring proper usage of tools and equipment during concrete finishing processes.
- Assisted crew members with positioning trucks and moved discharge chute to guide concrete into forms.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts safely to efficiently complete site work.
- Measured precise amounts of concrete and verified levelness to improve quality of finished product.
- Demonstrated versatility by successfully completing various types of concrete projects, including residential, commercial, and industrial applications.
- Adapted quickly to changing job site requirements or unforeseen challenges without compromising quality or exceeding deadlines in completing assigned tasks related to concrete finishing.
- Reduced material wastage through effective use of leveling, screeding, and concrete smoothing techniques.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by maintaining open communication with team members and supervisors on project progress.
- Served as a reliable resource for team members and supervisors alike when it came to understanding the nuances of concrete finishing, ensuring all decisions were made with optimal results in mind.
Service/shop Technician
United Rentals
Fayetteville, AR
04.2009 - 03.2013
- Operated and maintained equipment, ensuring optimal functionality and safety standards.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues, providing timely repairs to minimize equipment downtime.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow processes and enhance operational efficiency.
- Trained new technicians on equipment handling and safety protocols to ensure compliance.
- Conducted inspections on rental equipment, identifying maintenance needs to uphold quality standards.
- Implemented preventive maintenance schedules, reducing emergency repairs and extending equipment lifespan.
- Assisted in inventory management, tracking parts and tools required for efficient operations.
- Coordinated with service staff to prioritize repair requests based on urgency and customer needs.
- Contributed to a safer work environment by consistently following safety protocols and procedures.
- Supported team members with technical expertise, helping to resolve complex issues and improve overall performance.
- Repaired parts, components and assemblies to correct malfunctions.
- Organized storage areas for easy retrieval of parts, tools, and supplies necessary for efficient job completion.
- Efficiently managed multiple tasks, ensuring all projects were completed on time without compromising quality.
- Helped team meet customer service deadlines by working quickly and minimizing errors.
- Reduced equipment downtime through regular maintenance and prompt troubleshooting.
- Maintained accurate records of repair work completed, enabling efficient tracking of equipment history and warranty information.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lamar High School
Lamar, AR05.2000
Skills
Concrete finishing
- Job site cleanliness
- Equipment diagnosis and repair
- Worksite safety
- Float finishing
- Driveway installation
- Bull floats
- Hand troweling
- Broom finishing
- Sidewalk construction
- Stamped concrete
- Joint cutting
- Concrete curing
- Forklift operation
Surface preparation
Form setting
Tool operation
Curing techniques
Rebar installation
Expansion joint molding
Concrete mixing
Leveling and screeding
Job site safety
Communication skills
Worksite safety
Float finishing
Driveway installation
Hand tool operation
Finishing techniques
Commercial construction experience
Hand troweling
Broom finishing
Sidewalk construction
Cement and pavement
Certification
Osha 10 certification
Timeline
Concrete Finisher
Gerdan Slipforming
09.2019 - 05.2021
Concrete Finisher
Construction Recruiters
03.2015 - 05.2018
Service/shop Technician
United Rentals
04.2009 - 03.2013
High School Diploma -
Lamar High School