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Steven Cano

Corpus Christi,TX

Summary

3rd Generation carpenter, do all aspects of residential construction. From rough-in to top-out, start to finish completed multiple custom homes. New construction to room additions and remodels. 12 years of remodeling experience with 14 years of new construction experience with experience in leading crews and managing job sites and running heavy equipment. Allocated all tools required to build a complete home.

Work History

Siding Foreman

Hight Builders
  • Provided ongoing training for junior team members, improving overall skillset and increasing productivity levels.
  • Increased customer referrals through exceptional craftsmanship and dedication to delivering superior results on every project.
  • Maintained clean and organized job sites, promoting a professional appearance and reducing potential hazards.
  • Mentored new team members in siding installation techniques, reinforcing company standards and ensuring a strong foundation for future growth.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction through consistent delivery of high-quality siding installations and repairs.
  • Managed budgets effectively, carefully tracking expenses while maintaining high-quality standards for each project''s completion.

Painting Contractor

Hight Builders
  • Developed lasting relationships with clients through exceptional communication and responsiveness, leading to repeat business opportunities.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering high-quality painting services on time and within budget.
  • Maintained a safe work environment with proper handling of tools, equipment, and materials, resulting in zero workplace accidents.
  • Increased team efficiency by implementing streamlined project management strategies for painting projects.

Window and Door Installer

Cano Construction
  • Enhanced overall job site appearance through diligent cleanup efforts after every completed installation project.
  • Reduced installation errors by regularly attending training sessions, staying current on industry best practices, and sharing knowledge with team members.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by providing efficient and accurate window and door installations.
  • Maximized energy efficiency in homes by properly sealing windows and doors during installation, reducing drafts and lowering utility bills for clients.

Finish Carpenter

Cano Construction
  • Used power tools and hand tools to install fixtures, floorings, trim and hardware, cutting materials to specified measurements.
  • Achieved customer satisfaction through precise alignment of doors, windows, staircases, and built-in furniture installations.
  • Reduced waste and costs by accurately measuring, cutting, and installing trim work, cabinetry, moldings, and other custom woodwork components.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to industry best practices and following safety guidelines during all aspects of finish carpentry projects.
  • Improved overall aesthetic appeal of residential and commercial spaces through meticulous attention to detail in finish carpentry tasks.
  • Dismantled and demolished areas prior to repairs and installment of new materials.

Electrical Apprentice

Cano Construction
  • Worked under supervision of journeyman electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
  • Terminated wiring and connected circuits with correct techniques.
  • Gained proficiency in operating various power tools such as drills, saws, crimpers, and wire strippers for efficient completion of electrical tasks.
  • Pulled EMT and PVC conduit wire according to plans and code requirements.
  • Supported project success by assisting with wiring layouts, conduit bending, circuit connections, and other essential tasks as directed by senior electricians.
  • Installed new electrical components and fixtures safely and tested systems to enhance power flow.
  • Repaired light fixtures, controls, switches, relays, and circuit breaker panels based on detailed evaluations.

Tile Setter

Cano Construction
  • Used power wet saws and tile cutters to cut tiles to specifications for projects.
  • Maintained a safe work environment through proper use of tools, equipment, and adherence to safety protocols.
  • Reviewed blueprints and specifications to determine labor and materials that would be required to complete tiling project.
  • Prepared surfaces for tiling using appropriate materials such as cement board or waterproof membrane to ensure long-lasting installations.
  • Reduced material waste by efficiently planning layouts and cuts before commencing installation procedures.

Fence Builder

Hight Builders
  • Increased customer satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and offering professional advice on fence maintenance.
  • Ensured timely project completion by effectively managing work schedules and prioritizing tasks.
  • Contributed to company growth by participating in trade shows, networking events, and industry conferences to showcase skills and services offered.
  • Assisted customers in selecting the most appropriate fencing materials and styles to match their desired aesthetics and functionality requirements.
  • Elevated fence durability by utilizing appropriate installation techniques based on various soil types and landscape conditions.
  • Consistently met project deadlines by efficiently coordinating necessary resources, including labor, materials, and equipment.

Framing Carpenter

Hight Builders
  • Expedited construction process by skillfully utilizing power tools such as pneumatic nail guns, circular saws, and drills.
  • Assured structural integrity of buildings through skilled installation of floor systems, walls, and roof trusses.
  • Delivered high-quality craftsmanship by consistently following architectural blueprints and specifications.
  • Successfully met deadlines through effective time management skills and prioritizing tasks according to project requirements.

Bobcat Operator

High Construction
  • Collaborated with construction teams to ensure accurate excavation measurements and proper material handling.
  • Performed daily equipment inspections, identifying issues early to minimize downtime for repairs or maintenance.
  • Supported environmental sustainability initiatives by implementing erosion control measures during excavation tasks.
  • Enhanced overall productivity levels by providing input on strategies for optimizing operator scheduling across multiple job sites.

Backhoe Operator

High Builders
  • Increased productivity with exceptional attention to detail during excavation, trenching, and grading processes.
  • Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices for safe and efficient backhoe usage.
  • Consistently met project specifications, carefully following blueprints and instructions from supervisors.
  • Improved overall project quality by ensuring precise digging depths and angles for foundational work.
  • Supported site preparation efforts, clearing debris and obstacles to facilitate smooth construction processes.
  • Reduced project completion time by skillfully operating backhoe for various construction tasks.

Jack of All Trades

Self-employeed
  • Improved customer satisfaction by efficiently addressing and resolving issues in a timely manner.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, resulting in successful completion within deadlines.
  • Performed skilled maintenance tasks to maintain optimal functionality of equipment and facilities.
  • Implemented organizational systems to maintain an orderly workspace, improving workflow efficiency.
  • Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
  • Maintained clean and organized job sites, contributing to a safe working environment for all employees.
  • Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
  • Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
  • Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
  • Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
  • Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
  • Assisted with basic carpentry work such as installing wooden floors and crown molding.
  • Operated heavy machinery efficiently, ensuring timely progress on construction projects while minimizing risk of accidents or damage.
  • Applied primers or sealers to prepare new surfaces such as bare wood or metal, for finish coats.
  • Performed minor repair tasks like patching holes or sanding rough areas before painting to ensure a smooth and even final result.
  • Completed interior and exterior painting for variety of residential and commercial clients.
  • Used brushes, spray guns and paint rollers to paint surfaces.
  • Specialized in specific carpentry tasks such as framing, finish work, or restoration projects to provide clients with tailored services and high-quality results.

Concrete Finisher

Self-employeed
  • 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.
  • Shoveled materials such as dirt, gravel, and asphalt.
  • Measured precise amounts of concrete and verified levelness to improve quality of finished product.
  • 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.

Education

No Degree -

Sul Ross State University
Alpine, Tx
05-2008

Skills

  • Construction safety
  • Tool maintenance
  • Site inspection
  • Material estimation
  • Residential siding installation
  • Weatherproofing techniques
  • Power tools operation
  • Insulation installation
  • Project estimation
  • Hand tools proficiency
  • Precision cutting
  • Job site cleanup
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking
  • Heavy equipment operations
  • Brush and roller skills
  • Drywall repair
  • Pressure washing
  • Surface preparation
  • Stain and varnish application
  • Scaffolding setup
  • Drywall and trim specialist
  • Indoor and outdoor painting
  • Paint sprayer operation
  • Paint mixing
  • Electrical maintenance
  • Electrical troubleshooting
  • Circuit testing
  • Voltage testing
  • Lighting systems
  • System installations
  • Electrical repairs
  • Plumbing tools usage
  • Pipe soldering
  • Plumbing repairs
  • Water heater installation
  • Fixture installation
  • Remodels and new construction
  • Pipe measuring
  • Venting systems
  • Piping installation
  • Pressure testing
  • Pipe wrapping
  • Pipe testing
  • Pipe installation
  • Residential construction
  • Critical thinking
  • Hardware installation
  • Door installation
  • Window installation
  • Interior trim
  • Finish carpentry

Strong work ethic

Residential cleaning experience

Deep cleaning expertise

Housekeeping

Interior and exterior cleaning

Cleaning and sanitizing

Disinfection practices

Sweeping and mopping

Crew management

Work Availability

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Work Preference

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Timeline

No Degree -

Sul Ross State University

Siding Foreman

Hight Builders

Painting Contractor

Hight Builders

Window and Door Installer

Cano Construction

Finish Carpenter

Cano Construction

Electrical Apprentice

Cano Construction

Tile Setter

Cano Construction

Fence Builder

Hight Builders

Framing Carpenter

Hight Builders

Bobcat Operator

High Construction

Backhoe Operator

High Builders

Jack of All Trades

Self-employeed

Concrete Finisher

Self-employeed