William Farmer
Hopkinsville,KY
Summary
Detail-oriented concrete finisher with proven skills in formwork construction, team coordination, and effective communication. Committed to delivering high-quality results and maintaining safety standards on every project.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Man/Concrete Finisher
Warrior Construction
Eddyville, Kentucky
06.2024 - Current
- Finished concrete surfaces using hand tools and power tools.
- Coordinated with team members to set up forms and frameworks for concrete pouring.
- Ensured cleanliness of work areas and equipment, contributing to a safe and efficient work environment.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure work environment.
- Communicated effectively with team members to coordinate tasks.
- Operated various power tools and equipment daily to ensure timely completion of construction tasks.
- Assisted in setting up formwork prior to pouring concrete.
- Operated power vibrators to compact concrete into place.
- Poured concrete into forms using pump hose and leveled.
- Positioned wire mesh and rebar to reinforce concrete.
- Constructed forms to create various concrete structures.
- Cleaned work area at end of each shift removing debris, unused material.
- Laid and repaired concrete to make level and long-lasting surfaces.
- Ensured that proper grades were maintained throughout the project for drainage purposes.
- Calculated concrete quantities needed for jobs.
- Set up scaffolding, braces, and other temporary structures to support crew during work.
Lead Man/Finisher
Taylor's Concrete
Dover, Tennessee
02.2024 - 06.2025
- Collaborated with team members to achieve production schedules and maintain quality standards.
- Operated tools for cutting, grinding, and polishing concrete effectively.
- Finished concrete surfaces to ensure smooth and professional appearance.
- Utilized hand tools and equipment for precise finishing work, ensuring high-quality outcomes.
- Operated finishing machinery according to safety and efficiency standards.
- Assisted in developing innovative finishing methods and techniques to enhance product quality.
- Applied final touches to products ensuring high-quality finishes.
- Modified finishing techniques for various material types.
Concrete Finisher/Form Carpenter
A&K Construction
Paducah, Kentucky
02.2022 - 02.2024
- Set concrete forms to precise pitch and depth, ensuring proper alignment for structural integrity.
- Created a textured concrete surface by skillfully using brooms during finishing.
- Constructed and installed custom wooden forms for concrete structures, adapting designs to project specifications.
- Collaborated with project managers to synchronize formwork tasks, contributing to timely project completion.
- Trained new carpenters on best practices in form construction techniques.
- Read and interpreted drawings, blueprints and specifications to determine layout requirements and process procedures.
- Ensured all measurements were precise to ensure structural integrity of projects.
Concrete Finisher
Mcafee Electric
Hopkinsville, KY
10.2021 - 02.2022
- Set up forms and ensured proper alignment for efficient site preparation.
- Coordinated with team members to meet project deadlines.
- Mixed concrete according to specifications for various applications.
- Inspected finished work to maintain quality standards before project completion.
- Utilized various power tools and equipment for daily construction tasks.
- Poured concrete into forms using pump hose and leveled.
Concrete Foreman
Flatline Concrete
Hopkinsville, KY
04.2021 - 10.2021
- Supervised concrete pouring and finishing operations on various construction sites.
- Coordinated crew members to meet project deadlines and uphold quality standards.
- Inspected forms, footings, and foundations for compliance with project plans and specifications.
- Finished surfaces by troweling, floating and brushing following project requirements and specifications.
- Poured concrete into forms at construction sites using pump hose.
- Trained new personnel on safety protocols and equipment usage to promote workplace safety.
- Managed inventory of materials and equipment for ongoing projects.
- Ordered necessary supplies including formwork, rebar, and cementitious materials for each job site.
- Maintained records of work performed, materials used, and project progress updates.
Education
MBA - Special Education
Murray State University
Murray, KY04-2011
Skills
- Concrete finishing
- Formwork construction
- Finishing techniques
- Concrete mixing
- Surface preparation
- Concrete forms
- Quality inspection
- Equipment operation
- Construction scheduling
- Team coordination
- Time management
- Task prioritization
- Problem solving
- Leadership skills
- Attention to detail
- Teamwork
- Effective communication
- Physical strength
Timeline
Lead Man/Concrete Finisher
Warrior Construction
06.2024 - Current
Lead Man/Finisher
Taylor's Concrete
02.2024 - 06.2025
Concrete Finisher/Form Carpenter
A&K Construction
02.2022 - 02.2024
Concrete Finisher
Mcafee Electric
10.2021 - 02.2022
Concrete Foreman
Flatline Concrete
04.2021 - 10.2021
MBA - Special Education
Murray State University