Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

Scott Martin

Davenport,IA

Summary

With a proven track record at Clinton Engineering, I excel in concrete finishing and forklift operation, demonstrating a strong commitment to worksite safety and efficiency. My expertise includes mastering finishing techniques and leading teams to exceed project standards, ensuring high-quality results and minimal material wastage. My ability to train peers and manage resources effectively highlights my leadership and technical skills.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Concrete Finisher

Clinton Engeneering
05.2020 - 11.2024
  • 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.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth transitions between different phases of the concrete placement process.
  • Created specific finishes on poured concrete.
  • Measured precise amounts of concrete and verified levelness to improve quality of finished product.
  • Operated equipment such as forklifts safely to efficiently complete site work.
  • Ensured timely completion of projects by effectively managing time and resources for various concrete finishing tasks.

Forklift Operator

Greystone Solutions
09.2016 - 09.2019
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
  • Demonstrated versatility in operating various types of forklifts, including sit-down, stand-up, and reach varieties, to accommodate different warehouse layouts and requirements.
  • Coordinated with supervisors to prioritize tasks, ensuring the most urgent shipments were processed first.
  • Minimized product damage through careful maneuvering and transporting of fragile items.
  • Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
  • Enhanced workplace safety by diligently inspecting forklifts before each shift and reporting any issues promptly.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.

Concrete Finisher

E & F Paving
03.2010 - 12.2015
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Measured precise amounts of concrete and verified levelness to improve quality of finished product.
  • Operated equipment such as forklifts safely to efficiently complete site work.
  • Demonstrated versatility by successfully completing various types of concrete projects, including residential, commercial, and industrial applications.
  • Minimized downtime during projects by properly maintaining tools, equipment, and machinery essential for efficient execution of tasks related to concrete finishing.
  • Assisted in training new employees on proper techniques and best practices for concrete finishing tasks.
  • Reduced material wastage through effective use of leveling, screeding, and concrete smoothing techniques.
  • Ensured timely completion of projects by effectively managing time and resources for various concrete finishing tasks.
  • Wore correct clothing and protective equipment for jobs.
  • Maintained consistent quality in finished surfaces by meticulous attention to detail and adherence to industry standards.
  • Routinely lifted and moved items weighing up to 75 pounds.
  • Upheld company reputation for excellence in the field through consistent delivery of high-quality finished surfaces that met or exceeded client expectations.
  • Completed physically demanding tasks such as lifting up 75 pounds to move job materials.

Education

GED -

Clinton High School, Clinton, IA
05-1986

Skills

  • Concrete finishing
  • Worksite safety
  • Float finishing
  • Driveway installation
  • Bull floats
  • Hand tool operation
  • Foundation work
  • Finishing techniques
  • Screed usage
  • Power tool operation
  • Commercial construction experience
  • Concrete repair
  • Hand troweling
  • Broom finishing
  • Power trowel operation
  • Sidewalk construction
  • Cement and pavement
  • Form setting
  • Stamped concrete
  • Joint cutting
  • Concrete curing
  • Polished concrete
  • Forklift operation
  • Jointers and edgers
  • Concrete polishing
  • Trowel machinery
  • Inventory management
  • Leveling proficiency
  • OSHA protocols
  • Patio building
  • Truck chute operation
  • Pitch and depth correction
  • Defect correction
  • Retaining walls
  • Rebar installation
  • Job proposal estimation
  • Asphalt mix design
  • Concrete forms

Certification

  • OSHA 30-Hour Construction Safety Certification - Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
  • Forklift Operator Certification–[Various Accredited Bodies].

Timeline

Concrete Finisher - Clinton Engeneering
05.2020 - 11.2024
Forklift Operator - Greystone Solutions
09.2016 - 09.2019
Concrete Finisher - E & F Paving
03.2010 - 12.2015
Clinton High School - GED,
Scott Martin