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Anderson Da Paz

Toronto,ON

Summary

Proven Bricklayer Foreman with extensive experience at A&F General Construction, showcasing expertise in wall construction and team oversight. Excelled in applying OSHA safety standards and leading projects to completion with a keen focus on quality and efficiency. Demonstrated ability to enhance process improvement, achieving significant milestones in masonry excellence and collaborative team success.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Bricklayer

River Valley Masonry Group
Oshawa, Ontario
06.2023 - 11.2025

Journeyman Bricklayer

A&F General Construction
Toronto, Ontario
01.2024 - 07.2024
  • Prepared for each job by accurately laying out wall patterns and foundation plans.
  • Laid brick in various patterns such as running bond, herringbone, basket weave.
  • Molded expansion joints and edges using edging tools, jointers, and straightedge.
  • Broke or cut bricks, tiles and blocks to size, using trowel edge, hammer or power saw.
  • Determined required materials, job requirements and task priorities according to work orders.
  • Ensured compliance with OSHA regulations related to workplace safety standards.
  • Guided large stones onto foundation locations using truck cranes, hoists and skids.
  • Examined brickwork or structures to determine need for repair.
  • Used trowel edges and hammers to break or cut brick and tiles to size.
  • Fabricated modified and repaired various structure such as walls, sidewalks, curbs, floors and other surfaces.
  • Built fireplaces, chimneys, retaining walls, arches, garden walls, patios and walkways.
  • Cut bricks with a power saw or hammer and chisel to fit specific measurements or shapes.
  • Measured building materials accurately using measuring tapes or levels.
  • Followed safety protocols when operating heavy equipment at job sites.
  • Used mechanical cement-mixing equipment or hand tools to prepare cement for use.
  • Inspected completed projects for quality assurance purposes.
  • Installed stone veneers on interior walls and floors.
  • Acquired and maintained high skill level in construction, alteration, repair and maintenance of masonry structures and surfaces.
  • Instructed apprentices in proper techniques for laying brick and block.
  • Cleaned job sites of all debris created during work process.
  • Adhered to operation and safety instructions when using equipment and tools including lock-out tag-out and confined spaces safety procedures.
  • Mixed mortar and grout and used to adhere building materials and create structures.
  • Removed excess materials and smoothed surfaces to achieve desired finishes.
  • Repaired and replaced damaged bricks, tiles, and other masonry units.
  • Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
  • Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
  • Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
  • Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
  • Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills, resolving issues efficiently and effectively.

Bricklayer Foreman

A&F General Construction
Toronto, Ontario
01.2017 - 11.2017

Bricklayer

Limen Group
Toronto, Ontario
09.2013 - 02.2014

Bricklayer

Limen Group
Toronto, Ontario
09.2012 - 01.2013

Bricklayer

Evolution Mansory Ltda
Toronto, Ontario
07.2006 - 01.2007

Courier

Federal Express Corporation
Sao Paulo, São Paulo
08.1996 - 11.2000
  • Offered excellent customer service, resolving issues and answering queries at the point of delivery.
  • Utilized navigation tools and local knowledge to find the most efficient delivery routes.
  • Collaborated with warehouse staff to ensure accurate and timely dispatch of packages.
  • Communicated with customers to coordinate delivery times.
  • Collected, sealed and stamped outgoing mail using postage meters and envelope sealers.
  • Collaborated with dispatch and team members to coordinate different routes and reallocate pickups and drop-offs.
  • Performed routine air and fluid checks and refueling for vehicles.
  • Quickly responded to customer inquiries to improve business relationships.
  • Used time-management skills to prioritize urgent deliveries and optimize daily schedules.
  • Sorted parcels according to delivery route.
  • Assisted in the sorting and organizing of packages for efficient delivery routes.
  • Performed regular maintenance checks on vehicles including oil changes and tire rotations.
  • Maintained accurate records of deliveries and customer authorizations and communicated delays or issues.

Education

High School Diploma -

EEPSG Professor Oswaldo Walder
Sao Paulo, Brazil
12-1994

Skills

  • OSHA safety standards
  • Wall construction
  • Scaffolding setup
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Brick cutting
  • Stone carving
  • Steel reinforcement installation
  • Mortar preparation
  • Brick veneer application
  • Surface finishing
  • Chimney building
  • Stone cutting
  • Fireplace construction
  • Masonry expertise
  • Brick cleaning
  • Pressure washing
  • Tuckpointing
  • Block laying
  • Laser levels
  • Stonework techniques
  • Brick pointing
  • Grout mixing
  • Retaining wall building
  • Grout application
  • Blueprint interpretation
  • Hand tool proficiency
  • Structural reinforcement
  • Bond patterns
  • Team oversight
  • Process improvement
  • Brick restoration
  • Paver installation
  • Decorative masonry
  • Tile installation
  • Concrete mixing
  • Operation Monitoring
  • Site preparation
  • Foundation setting
  • Waterproofing techniques

Languages

Portuguese
Native/ Bilingual
English
Professional
Spanish
Limited

Accomplishments

First Place Truck Driver in Brazilian Army Course and Number One Driver in the 39o. Battalion with Recommendation in 1995 at 18 years Old.

A few Bravo Zulu from Fedex for Professionalism and Great accomplished outstanding work on duty.

Timeline

Journeyman Bricklayer

A&F General Construction
01.2024 - 07.2024

Bricklayer

River Valley Masonry Group
06.2023 - 11.2025

Bricklayer Foreman

A&F General Construction
01.2017 - 11.2017

Bricklayer

Limen Group
09.2013 - 02.2014

Bricklayer

Limen Group
09.2012 - 01.2013

Bricklayer

Evolution Mansory Ltda
07.2006 - 01.2007

Courier

Federal Express Corporation
08.1996 - 11.2000

High School Diploma -

EEPSG Professor Oswaldo Walder

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