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TED VALENTIN

Willow Springs,IL

Summary

A highly dedicated,bilingual, safety-oriented professional with over 35 years experience in and commercial residential construction, installations, maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs

  • Proven ability to work with minimal or no supervision
  • Responsible and Dependable
  • Thorough and Detail minded
  • Organized and Resourceful
  • Knowledgeable and experienced
  • Leadership skills including prioritizing, delegating and motivating
  • Excellent Customer reflations and resolutions skills
  • Management of jobs from inception to completion
  • Willing to learn new skills, concepts and working techniques
  • Communication and computer competency

Overview

43
43
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Master Carpenter

LADS Management Inc
WILLOW SPRINGS, IL
10.1993 - Current
  • Contracted and collaborated with specialty sub-contractors for special trade jobs or installations.
  • Supervised apprentices during carpentry projects ensuring accuracy of workmanship.
  • Performed various carpentry duties, including both rough and finish carpentry.
  • Cut timber, panels and other wooden materials according to measured dimensions.
  • Covered subfloors with building paper and lay hardwood or parquet floors by nailing to subfloor or cementing to mastic base.
  • Removed damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repaired or replaced using hand tools.
  • Installed building windows, trim and cabinetry alone or with assistants to meet job deadlines.
  • Roughed in door and window frames or subflooring in structures undergoing construction or repair.
  • Examined buildings and project specifications to determine measurements.
  • Bore boltholes in wood, masonry or concrete using electric or pneumatic drill.
  • Installed cabinets, base cabinets and crown molding.
  • Took accurate measurements to calculate size and amount of materials needed for project completion.
  • Laid and stained oak casings and hardwood floors.
  • Positioned and installed floor joists, trusses and rafters.
  • Installed insulation materials in walls, floors, and ceilings.
  • Measured, cut, and installed staircase spindles.
  • Measured and marked cut lines on materials using ruler or marking gauge.
  • Used band, circular and compound miter saws.
  • Fashioned frameworks or props using hand tools and wood screws, nails or glue.
  • Utilized various tools, equipment, materials and forming systems to complete construction tasks.
  • Provided technical advice on installation techniques for carpentry works.
  • Consistently constructed square and level projects.
  • Erected scaffolding to assemble above-ground structures.
  • Assessed structural integrity of existing frames before making modifications.
  • Assembled prefabricated components according to specifications.
  • Applied finishes such as varnish or paint to finished pieces of furniture or fixtures.
  • Applied acoustic paneling to ceilings and walls to adjust sound absorption and rebound within rooms.
  • Repaired or replaced damaged or defective parts using power tools and equipment.
  • Anchored and braced forms and other structures in place using nails, bolts, anchor rods, steel cables, planks, wedges and timbers.
  • Performed maintenance on machinery used for carpentry tasks.
  • Repaired damaged wooden structures due to weathering or wear-and-tear.
  • Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Developed detailed plans and drawings for the construction of wooden structures and furniture.
  • Studied blueprints or building plans to prepare layout and materials required.
  • Maintained tools and equipment in a safe working condition.
  • Maintained clean and organized workplace to optimize performance, efficiency and safety.

Building Maintenance Worker

USPS, United States Postal Service
San Juan, Puerto Rico
02.1981 - 03.1992
  • Read blueprints and specifications to determine best methods to approach maintenance projects.
  • Responded to personnel queries and troubleshooting requests to provide repair services to improve operations.
  • Assembled, installed or repaired electrical or electronic components and pipe systems.
  • Assisted with installing insulation in walls and ceilings for energy conservation purposes.
  • Implemented troubleshooting techniques to resolve issue.
  • Performed routine maintenance and repairs to ensure building systems are operating at peak efficiency.
  • Planned and laid out repair work using diagrams, drawings or schematic diagrams.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations related to malfunctioning equipment or safety hazards.
  • Inspected, operated or tested machinery or equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions.
  • Conducted performance and safety inspections on equipment and machinery to maintain operational baseline.
  • Routinely inspected equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance needs.
  • Tested smoke detectors regularly and replaced batteries when necessary as part of preventive maintenance program.
  • Replaced damaged ceiling tiles with new ones while ensuring that they match existing tiles in terms of color pattern.
  • Identified potential areas where improvements can be made in order to reduce costs and increase efficiency.
  • Completed minor electrical, plumbing and HVAC maintenance for building occupants.
  • Installed drywall panels on walls or ceilings to create partitions or enclosures.
  • Ensured compliance with local codes regarding safety standards for all construction projects.
  • Diagnosed problems related to electrical circuits and replaced faulty switches and outlets.
  • Ordered parts, supplies or equipment from catalogs or suppliers.
  • Assisted in the installation, repair, and replacement of various components such as doors, windows, locks, plumbing fixtures, electrical wiring, wall coverings and flooring.
  • Completed basic carpentry tasks and installed shelves, hooks, and closet rods to meet customer needs.
  • Repaired broken furniture and equipment by replacing parts or making adjustments.
  • Maintained or repaired specialized equipment or machinery.
  • Set up and operated machine tools to repair or fabricate jigs, fixtures or tools.
  • Reviewed blueprints and manuals to repair and restore optimal functionality.
  • Painted interior walls using appropriate paints to maintain a neat appearance.
  • Aligned and balanced new equipment after installation.
  • Repaired minor plumbing issues such as clogged toilets and leaking faucets.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.

Education

Building Maintenance

University of Oklahoma
Norman, OK
03-1981

Skills

  • OSHA Regulations
  • Commercial Construction Experience
  • Structural Repairs
  • Blueprint Interpretation
  • Equipment Management
  • Edge Joining
  • Flooring Construction
  • Strong Analytical and Communication Skills
  • Basic Electrical Knowledge
  • Hand and Power Tools
  • Welding and Electrical Knowledge
  • Construction Management
  • Lifts up to 100 Pounds

Affiliations

  • Book reading and research
  • physical training
  • Automobile restoration
  • Fishing
  • Grandchildren

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Accomplishments

  • Perfect attendance awards
  • Money and certificate award for money saving practices in building facility

Certification

  • General Contractors License
  • OSHA Safety Certificates

Timeline

Master Carpenter

LADS Management Inc
10.1993 - Current

Building Maintenance Worker

USPS, United States Postal Service
02.1981 - 03.1992

Building Maintenance

University of Oklahoma

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