Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Bilingual
Certification
Timeline
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Salvador Montes

Sylmar,CA

Summary

Adept Carpenter with extensive experience in residential construction and finish carpentry. Skilled in carpentry with a keen focus on safety and efficiency. Excels in leveraging both hand and power tools to exceed project standards, showcasing exceptional problem-solving abilities and a commitment to maintaining worksite safety. Committed to fulfilling all customer expectations, knowledgeable and skilled in various construction techniques, procedures, carpentry tools and equipment. Team-oriented in communicating with others to complete excellent rough carpentry work and share information needed to complete finish carpentry tasks.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Carpenter

Wright 11 Custom Builders
Encino , CA
07.2019 - Current
  • Work with contractor and project manager to carry out rough framing and carpentry schedule per plans
  • Framing - ground up, remodels, additions, and decks and other exterior work
  • Finish doors, windows, trim, finish, decorative and custom work, and cabinet work
  • Roughed in door and window frames or subflooring in structures undergoing construction or repair.
  • Installed windows, flooring, or trim using hand or power tools.
  • Repaired or replaced damaged or defective parts using power tools and equipment.
  • Installed interior trim work such as baseboards and moldings around windows and doors.
  • Promoted team safety by keeping work areas free of hazards.
  • Measured, cut and shaped wood materials to specifications using hand tools, such as saws and chisels.

Finish Carpenter

True Finish Contracting
01.2012 - 07.2019
  • Perform frame carpentry work, including drywall installation
  • Hang doors and install fixtures according to specifications
  • Read and interpret blueprints to ensure accurate installation
  • Utilize hand tools and power tools to complete installation tasks
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area
  • Proficiency in frame carpentry, mill works, trim molding, casking, door hanging, exterior doors, interior doors, security doors, bypass doors, fixture installation, glass installation, and blueprint reading
  • Strong knowledge of hand tools and power tools used in the installation process
  • Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions precisely
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot issues that may arise during installations

Maintenance Technician

L.A. Apartments
Los Angeles, CA
02.2007 - 06.2012
  • Perform maintenance and repairs on the apartment buildings and dispatch, ensuring the apartments meet the safety and quality standards
  • Diagnose problems and repairs in the areas related electrical, plumbing, HVAC, carpentry, framing, hanging doors, installing windows, drywall, exterior structural and appliances
  • Availability to respond promptly to on call responsibilities such as afterhours emergencies
  • Checked electrical components to identify defects and hazards and make necessary adjustments.
  • Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
  • Repaired machines, equipment or structures using tools or equipment.
  • Read and interpreted equipment and work orders to properly perform required maintenance services.
  • Routinely inspected plant equipment for signs of wear or malfunctioning parts.

Education

NASM CPT - Personal Trainer

11.2023

Business Administration -

Pierce College
06.2005

GED -

Polytechnic H.S.
Sun Valley
09-1991

Skills

  • Residential construction
  • Safety guidelines adherence
  • Drywall hanging
  • Exceptional finish carpentry skills
  • General & Construction Labor
  • Hand and power tools
  • Scaffolding setup
  • Drywalling
  • Heavy lifting
  • Deck and walkway construction
  • Measuring and cutting
  • Door & Window Installation
  • Worksite safety
  • Power tools proficiency
  • Drilling and framing

References

Reference Upon Request

Bilingual

  • English
  • Spanish

Certification

Achievement Award Custodial Building & Grounds/Fundamentals 8/2001

Certification of Completion Basic Weatherization Training 8/2009

Certification of Completion CAS ( Combustion Appliance Safety Training) 10/2009

Certification of Completion Supervisory "Best Practices" Training 5/2010

Timeline

Carpenter

Wright 11 Custom Builders
07.2019 - Current

Finish Carpenter

True Finish Contracting
01.2012 - 07.2019

Maintenance Technician

L.A. Apartments
02.2007 - 06.2012

NASM CPT - Personal Trainer

Business Administration -

Pierce College

GED -

Polytechnic H.S.
Salvador Montes