Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Vito Rogers

Chesterfield,MI

Summary

Dynamic Owner/Operator at VPR Construction LLC with a proven track record in operations management and project delivery. Expert in finish carpentry and skilled in negotiating contracts, enhancing client relationships. Developed safety protocols that significantly reduced workplace incidents, fostering a culture of safety and excellence in construction.

Remodeling professional with a solid background in transforming spaces through precise carpentry and innovative designs. Known for attention to detail and ability to collaborate effectively within a team to achieve outstanding results. Skilled in project management, woodworking, and adapting to dynamic work environments.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Operator

VPR Construction LLC
03.2009 - Current
  • Managed daily operations, ensuring project timelines and budgets were consistently met.
  • Coordinated subcontractors and suppliers to streamline workflow and enhance project delivery efficiency.
  • Developed safety protocols that reduced workplace incidents and promoted a culture of safety on job sites.
  • Oversaw quality control processes to guarantee compliance with industry standards and client specifications.
  • Trained and mentored new hires, fostering skill development and enhancing team performance.
  • Negotiated contracts with clients, leading to increased business opportunities and stronger client relationships.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Installed drywall, siding, and other structural components.
  • Worked on sites, installing roofs and other exterior components.
  • Helped with erecting scaffolding and ladders.
  • Helped with door and window installations.
  • Mixed and poured concrete for a variety of projects.
  • Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
  • Assisted in digging, trenching, and backfilling trenches and foundations.
  • Worked as a carpenter and mason on our job sites.
  • Finished surfaces of woodwork or wallboard in houses and buildings with paneling, paint, and hand tools.
  • Dug trenches, backfilled holes, and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.
  • Painted indoor areas such as hallways, bathrooms, and lobbies.
  • Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
  • Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
  • Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
  • Delivered high-quality painting services on time and within budget for a variety of clients.
  • Installed doors and hardware for commercial and Industrial products.
  • Worked with carpenters in constructing new homes, installing frames, and assembling roofing structures.
  • Repaired and replaced broken or worn-out wooden components in buildings.
  • Set up and broke down scaffolding, shoring, and other support systems to meet project requirements.
  • Covered surfaces with laminated plastic covering material.
  • Installed various window types in both residential and commercial buildings.
  • Specialized in fitting sliding doors and hinged doors with special-order glass panels.
  • Adjusted window frames to provide an exact fit of new window panes.
  • Mentored junior installers, sharing knowledge and best practices to improve overall team performance.
  • Repaired plasterwork or wallboard around existing window frames or replaced unsalvageable frames.
  • Applied primer, paints, varnishes, and lacquers to walls and surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods.
  • Mixed and blended paints according to specified colors and consistency.
  • Worked holidays and weekends depending on the shifting needs of the project.
  • Prepared surfaces for painting or staining by removing old paint and applying primers.
  • Used airless sprayers, rollers, brushes and other painting tools to accomplish job tasks.
  • Installed tile flooring in residential homes and commercial buildings.
  • Used specialized tools and equipment to cut, shape, and install tile.
  • Cut and prepared tiles for installation following precise measurements and job specifications.
  • Completed skilled repairs of existing tile installations.
  • Used power wet saws and tile cutters to cut tiles to specifications for projects.
  • Leveled surfaces using plywood and mortar before laying marble and tile.
  • Placed marble and tiles into place using spacers to achieve proper spacing for grout application.
  • Determined and implemented the best layout to achieve the desired pattern.
  • Installed insulation, trim and other finishing touches.
  • Assembled and installed furniture and cabinetry.
  • Inspected buildings to identify repair needs.
  • Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment.

Education

GED -

Glen Mills
Concordville PA

Skills

  • Operations management
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Hiring
  • Business planning
  • Budget development
  • Recruiting and hiring
  • Cost management
  • Load security
  • Trailer maintenance
  • Commercial driving
  • Basic maintenance
  • Finish carpentry
  • Hand and power tools
  • Measuring and cutting
  • General laborer
  • Heavy lifting
  • Power tools proficiency
  • Residential construction
  • Demolition work
  • Carpentry expertise
  • Tool maintenance
  • Flooring installation
  • Blueprint reading
  • Window installation
  • Drywall hanging
  • Commercial construction experience
  • Structural repairs
  • Hand tools mastery
  • Painting and staining
  • Remodeling projects
  • Inspection and repair
  • Material estimation
  • Exceptional finish carpentry skills
  • Wall paneling
  • Equipment management
  • Cabinet making
  • Concrete forming
  • Drywalling
  • Scaffolding setup
  • Custom woodworking
  • Construction management
  • Ceiling construction
  • Insulation installation
  • Blueprint interpretation
  • Roofing expert
  • Building code compliance
  • Project management
  • Countertop installation
  • Furniture building
  • Joinery techniques
  • Scaffolding construction
  • Weatherproofing structures
  • Shelving installation
  • Pergola construction
  • Edge joining
  • Staircase construction
  • Custom cabinetry expert
  • Custom furniture creation
  • Carpentry techniques
  • Repair and maintenance
  • Critical thinking
  • Basic electrical
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Layout planning
  • Door installation
  • Wood restoration
  • Tile setting
  • Basic plumbing
  • Building renovation
  • Worksite organization
  • Drilling and framing
  • Mathematic calculations
  • Woodwork assembly
  • Deck and walkway construction
  • Deck building
  • Flooring construction
  • OSHA training
  • Roofing installation
  • Cabinetry installation
  • Carpentry and woodworking
  • Caulking and crack filling
  • Painting restoration
  • Brush technique mastery
  • Glass painting
  • Acrylic painting techniques

Timeline

Owner/Operator

VPR Construction LLC
03.2009 - Current

GED -

Glen Mills
Vito Rogers