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BRAD BRUINSMA

Prince George,BC

Summary

Skilled finishing carpenter bringing more than fifteen years of construction experience. Excellent organizational, planning and time management abilities with advanced skills in rough and fine finishing carpentry. Effectively manage supplies and crews to keep worksites smooth, efficient and safe.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Carpenter Foreman

PRD Construction
Prince George, British Columbia
02.2020 - Current
  • Supervised and coordinated the activities of a team of carpenters to ensure projects were completed in a timely manner.
  • Provided technical guidance to carpenters as needed, monitored progress of assigned projects and addressed any issues that arose.
  • Performed carpentry duties such as measuring, cutting, fitting, nailing, fastening and installing materials according to instructions.
  • Interpreted blueprints or drawings for construction projects and ensured accuracy of measurements.
  • Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
  • Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
  • Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.

Carpenter /Site Supervisor

Self-employed
Mission, BC
07.2016 - 02.2020
  • Shaped materials to exact measurements for job requirements using hand tools and power equipment
  • Promoted team safety by keeping work areas free of hazards
  • Installed building structures such as windows, trim and cabinetry alone or with assistants to meet job deadlines
  • Removed tool marks and surface adhesives after installation to improve project quality
  • Examined buildings and project specifications to determine measurements and dimensions
  • Applied paneling to ceilings or walls to complete decorations or absorb sound
  • Managed work crews on construction of commercial and industrial buildings
  • Cut timber, panels and other wooden materials according to measured dimensions
  • Calculated accurate material estimates to create quotes for clients with 100% accuracy
  • Safely operated power saws, planers, jointers, routers and pneumatic equipment without accident
  • Anchored and braced forms and other structures in place to complete precise joining and high-quality work
  • Planned work based on blueprints and individual project specifications
  • Organized assigned tasks for completion on individual and team levels
  • Ordered materials and contacted sub-contractors when needed
  • Installed floor joists, trusses and rafters
  • Installed cabinets, base cabinets and crown molding
  • Consistently constructed square and level projects.

Finish Carpenter

Shabra Installation
Mission, BC
08.2006 - 07.2016
  • Cut timber, panels and other wooden materials according to measured dimensions
  • Organized assigned tasks for completion on individual and team levels
  • Repaired and maintained a number of restaurants, pubs, liquor stores, and office buildings including renovating flooring, walls and ceilings, installing fixtures and remodeling bathrooms and kitchens
  • Managed work crews on construction of commercial and industrial buildings.

Education

High School Diploma -

Heritage Park Secondary
Mision, BC
06.2006

3rd Year Joinery -

Bcit
Burnaby, BC

Skills

  • General laborer
  • Flooring construction
  • Valid bc driver's license
  • Time management
  • Project management
  • Blueprint interpretation
  • Quality control
  • Blueprint reading
  • Construction means and methods
  • Solid independent worker
  • Project organization
  • Accurate measurements and estimates
  • Customer service skills
  • Team player
  • Knowledgeable of applicable local codes
  • Good at following instructions
  • Establishing goals and setting priorities
  • Residential construction
  • Exceptional problem solver
  • Friendly and hardworking
  • High school diploma
  • Roof construction
  • Demolition
  • Dependable independent worker
  • Solid communication skills

Timeline

Carpenter Foreman

PRD Construction
02.2020 - Current

Carpenter /Site Supervisor

Self-employed
07.2016 - 02.2020

Finish Carpenter

Shabra Installation
08.2006 - 07.2016

High School Diploma -

Heritage Park Secondary

3rd Year Joinery -

Bcit

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