Solomon Garcia
San Antonio,TX
Summary
With a solid foundation in the construction industry, I have honed my skills and expertise over the years to become proficient in carpentry and concrete finishing. Through hands-on experience and a commitment to continuous learning, I have developed a deep understanding of the intricacies involved in these trades. Dedication to delivering high-quality workmanship and attention to detail has allowed me to consistently exceed client expectations. Confident in ability to contribute effectively to construction projects and provide exceptional craftsmanship.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Form Setter / Concrete Finisher
Jordan Foster Construction
01.2024 - 12.2024
- Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
- Leveled, smoothed, and finished surfaces of poured concrete for construction projects.
- Utilized wheelbarrows, shovels and other tools to move, spread and level concrete.
- Participated in concrete pouring and finishing, expertly managing application of sealers and curing compounds.
- Assisted with installation of steel and anchor bolts to reinforce concrete.
- Safely operated concrete-cutting and finishing drills, power saws and trowels to complete assigned tasks.
- Assisted crew members with positioning trucks and moved discharge chute to guide concrete into forms.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
- Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Provided labor support to carpenters, masons and other skilled trades.
- Assisted in digging, trenching and backfilling trenches and foundations.
- Helped with erecting scaffolding and ladders.
- Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
- 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.
Concrete Finisher/ Carpenter helper
Williams Brothers Construction
02.2023 - 12.2023
- Smooth and finish freshly poured ready mixed concrete on highway roadway surfaces, and other concrete structures to specified textures using hand or power tools, including floats, trowels, and screeds
- Spread concrete to a specified depth while still in a workable consistency
- Mix sand and cement by hand
- Use float to bring water to the surface and produce a soft topping for a level and smooth finish
- Setting prefabricated metal forms, as well as wooden forms
- Perform other duties as instructed by the supervisor
- Assist carpenters in measuring, cutting, shaping, and assembling wood or other construction materials according to specifications
- Build scaffolding, shoring, and braces
- Cut timber and lumber to specified dimensions
- Hold timbers, lumber, and paneling in place for fastening or cutting
- Carry out general labor duties such as lifting heavy materials, moving equipment, and cleaning the work area
Concrete Finisher/Form Setter
Texas Sterling Construction
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Molding expansion joints and edges
- Removing rough or defective spots from concrete surfaces and patching holes with fresh concrete or epoxy compound
- Sprinkling colored stone chips, powdered steel, or coloring powder on concrete to produce the desired finish
- Producing rough concrete surfaces with a broom
- Mixing cement with a hoe or concrete-mixing machine
- Directing subgrade work, mixing of concrete, and setting of forms
- Breaking up and repairing old concrete surfaces
- Setting up Screed, Bidwell, and other equipment to specifications
- Dig trenches
- Load and unload material
- Keep work space/ area clean and free from debris
Carpenter helper/Finisher
Sundt
07.2021 - 08.2022
- Assist carpenters in measuring and cutting materials according to specifications
- Operate hand and power tools such as saws, hammers, drills, and sanders
- Mix and apply adhesives, fillers, and caulks to seal joints and gaps in structures
- Load and unload materials and equipment from trucks and work areas
- Assist in maintaining tools and equipment in good working conditions
- Assist on miscellaneous construction projects such as building decks and steps, bulletin boards, and any additional wooden structures
- Pouring, smoothing and leveling concrete using a rake, trowel, float and screed
- Safely operating power vibrator to ensure concrete is compacted
- Smooth concrete on variety of surfaces which included sideways curbs roads and floors
Concrete Laborer/ Carpenter Helper
Dan Williams Co
01.2021 - 06.2021
- Assist skilled craft workers in performing their assigned duties
- Assist Carpentry team with building various fixtures, displays, and assorted wood products by following blueprints, drawings, and oral instructions, using shop tools and equipment, then measuring results against standards
- Objective Work from plans to build, assemble, fit together, align, plumb, and set in place forms for molding concrete structures
- Construct forms for the placement of concrete and structures
- Checks forms while concrete is being placed
- Install miscellaneous materials in erecting concrete structures
- Install pre-cast concrete elements
- Prepare for slip-forming traffic rails and median barriers
- Install permanent metal deck forms
- Work with hand tools and power tools
Concrete Laborer/ Carpenter helper
Williams Brothers Construction
03.2020 - 01.2021
- Setting Forms
- Setting & Tying Rebar
- Set Footers & Foundations
- Finish, Frame, Wrack
- Mix & Pour Concrete
- Assist carpenters
- Cut and measure material
- Tie rebar
Education
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Northwest Vista College
San Antonio, TX06.2018
High school diploma - undefined
J P Stevens High School
San Antonio, TX05.2017
Skills
- English
- Concrete forming (4 years)
- Construction (4 years)
- Carpentry (2 years)
- Concrete Finishing (2 years)
- Writing skills
- Carpentry
- Construction
- Driving
- Hand tools
- Power tools
- Concrete finishing
- Concrete forming
- Communication skills
- Supervising experience
- Heavy equipment operation
- Pipe laser
- Blueprint reading
- Loader operation
- Mechanical knowledge
- Electrical experience
- Welding
Certification
Driver's License
Timeline
Form Setter / Concrete Finisher
Jordan Foster Construction
01.2024 - 12.2024
Concrete Finisher/ Carpenter helper
Williams Brothers Construction
02.2023 - 12.2023
Concrete Finisher/Form Setter
Texas Sterling Construction
09.2022 - 01.2023
Carpenter helper/Finisher
Sundt
07.2021 - 08.2022
Concrete Laborer/ Carpenter Helper
Dan Williams Co
01.2021 - 06.2021
Concrete Laborer/ Carpenter helper
Williams Brothers Construction
03.2020 - 01.2021
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Northwest Vista College
High school diploma - undefined
J P Stevens High School
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