Al Meinen
Sorrento,British Columbia
Summary
Skilled individual with a strong track record of success in construction. Multitasks and works well in fast-paced, ever changing environments. Expertise operating hand and power tools. Excellent work performance in individual and team roles combined with superior attendance record. Reliable construction worker offering expertise gained over 20 plus year career in diverse labour roles. Familiar with residential construction with history of quickly learning new techniques and equipment operation. Being a dependent contractor for Waste Management provided an opportunity to run both a construction and trucking business simultaneously which was enjoyable.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Dependent Contractor
Waste Managment
02.1993 - 08.2023
- Dependent contractor from 1993 to 2019 and a hourly employee from 2019 to 2023 for Waste Management
- Reduced landfill waste by promoting recycling and composting initiatives in the community.
- Ensured timely collection of waste materials by maintaining a consistent schedule and route plan.
- Improved customer satisfaction with regular communication and prompt issue resolution.
- Decreased vehicle downtime by conducting routine maintenance checks and reporting issues to management.
- Adhered to safety protocols while operating heavy machinery, minimizing accidents on the job site.
- Consistently met or exceeded performance targets for waste collection as set by management.
- Enhanced waste collection efficiency by implementing a dynamic routing system.
Business Co-Owner
Treadstone Construction
01.2011 - 09.2021
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Improved client satisfaction by delivering high-quality workmanship consistently, following up on feedback, and addressing concerns promptly.
- Maintained clean and organized job sites, contributing to a safe working environment for all employees.
- Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
- Gathered and disposed of worksite debris to remove safety hazards.
Renovations/Construction
Self-employed
03.2004 - 04.2009
- Improved client satisfaction by providing high-quality renovation services and maintaining open communication throughout the project.
- Streamlined project timelines by efficiently coordinating tasks with team members and subcontractors.
- Enhanced overall project efficiency through expert usage of power tools, hand tools, and various construction equipment.
- Delivered accurate estimates for clients by thoroughly assessing the scope of work and materials needed for each renovation project.
- Completed comprehensive assessments of property conditions prior to renovations to identify necessary repairs or upgrades.
Construction Worker
Clearview Construction
03.1990 - 02.1993
- Minimized material waste by optimizing usage and properly storing surplus materials for future projects.
- Used nail guns, saws and ladders safely and without incident.
- Enhanced overall project efficiency through expert usage of power tools, hand tools, and various construction equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mitchell District High School
Mitchell, ONSome College (No Degree) - BC Building Code Part 9
BCIT
Burnaby, BCSkills
- Residential construction experience in framing, foundations, siding, roofing, Insulation, drywall and finishing
- Worksite Safety
- Project management
- Problem-Solving
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Analytical Thinking
- Team-Oriented and Dependable
- Blueprint Reading
- Heavy Equipment Operation
Timeline
Business Co-Owner
Treadstone Construction
01.2011 - 09.2021
Renovations/Construction
Self-employed
03.2004 - 04.2009
Dependent Contractor
Waste Managment
02.1993 - 08.2023
Construction Worker
Clearview Construction
03.1990 - 02.1993
High School Diploma -
Mitchell District High School
Some College (No Degree) - BC Building Code Part 9
BCIT
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