Damian Valencia
Panorama City,CA
Summary
Dynamic construction professional with a proven track record at D&D Construction, excelling in crew leadership and project supervision. Recognized for enhancing workplace safety and ensuring compliance with OSHA standards. Skilled in blueprint interpretation and effective communication, consistently delivering high-quality results while fostering teamwork and collaboration across diverse projects.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Foreman
D&D Construction
07.2022 - 01.2025
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Conducted thorough quality control checks to ensure high standards of workmanship across all projects.
- Collaborated with project managers in planning stages, advising on schedule adjustments and potential obstacles.
- Provided comprehensive training for new employees, ensuring their rapid integration into the team dynamic.
- Enhanced team productivity by coordinating daily tasks and optimizing workflows.
- Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and other stakeholders.
- Investigated and reported on accidents, injuries and near-miss incidents.
DRIVER
D&D Construction
07.2022 - 01.2025
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Achieved safe driving records by consistently following traffic rules and regulations.
- Delivered goods and products to customer on time and in excellent condition.
- Cleaned and maintained vehicle and assessed vehicle for damage after each shift.
- Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness within the vehicle''s interior/exterior appearance, providing a professional image for the company at all times.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of geography and local roads for optimal route selection.
- Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.
- Ensured timely deliveries by strictly following routes, using GPS navigation systems, and staying updated on road conditions.
- Adapted quickly to changing weather conditions and traffic patterns to ensure timely deliveries.
- Improved fuel efficiency by implementing strategic driving routes and practices.
- Loaded and secured items in trucks to avoid damage to parcels during delivery.
- Minimized liability by consistently following road rules when driving.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips to identify maintenance needs and handle regular upkeep.
- Drove safely in various weather and road conditions to avoid accidents.
- Participated in safety training and workshops, applying learned techniques to daily driving practices.
Tender and Rod Buster
Hamilton Brothers Construction
07.2017 - 07.2022
- Mentored junior team members in effective tender writing techniques, enhancing overall team performance.
- Strengthened relationships with clients through regular communication during the tender process, fostering trust and confidence in our services.
- Implemented robust quality assurance measures within the bidding process to minimize errors and enhance submission quality.
- Spearheaded internal training initiatives aimed at promoting best practices in proposal development across the organization.
- Secured rebar using tie wire, increasing structural integrity of reinforced concrete structures.
- Improved job site communication through effective collaboration with coworkers, engineers, and supervisors.
- Conducted regular inspections of installed rebar to identify and address any issues before concrete pourings.
- Laid out foundations accurately using measuring tapes and levels prior to beginning reinforcing work.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working on diverse construction projects such as bridges, tunnels, highways, buildings.
- Supported overall project success through timely completion of assigned tasks within targeted deadlines.
- Operated various machinery such as power benders, cutting torches for efficient construction processes.
- Provided valuable input during pre-construction planning meetings to optimize rebar installation strategies.
- Applied epoxy coatings to protect reinforcing steel bars from corrosion, extending their lifespan in use.
- Assisted in pouring concrete, ensuring proper coverage around rebar for optimal reinforcement.
- Increased project efficiency by accurately measuring, cutting, and placing reinforcing steel bars.
- Maintained a clean work site by organizing tools and materials, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Meticulously maintained tools and equipment for increased longevity and reliable performance during critical tasks.
- Reduced material waste by properly estimating and ordering required supplies for each project.
- Consistently followed industry best practices in order to uphold high standards of craftsmanship throughout all projects.
- Conducted effective training for new team members, fostering an environment of knowledge sharing and skill development.
- Enhanced concrete reinforcement quality with precise bending and shaping of rebar according to blueprints.
- Developed strong understanding of blueprints and schematics to ensure accurate placement of reinforcing steel bars.
- Cut metal components to required lengths using metal shears, hacksaws, and bar cutters.
- Erected structural steel and iron frameworks for bridges, buildings and other structures.
- Complied with OSHA and company safety guidelines for height safety, lock out tag out, confined space, and hazardous material handling.
- Maneuvered and positioned support structures before and after pouring concrete, often manipulating iron by cutting, welding, or bending.
- Inspected completed work for accuracy and adherence to building codes and safety standards.
- Positioned rebar and other iron reinforcement following pouring of concrete.
- Placed and fastened iron rods and steel mesh together using wire and spot welds.
- Prioritized safety across job site with specific attention to load suspension, welding, and cutting.
- Used appropriate safety measures and encouraged other team members to do same in effort to avoid job site injuries.
- Reviewed work plans and blueprints to ascertain all requirements for project.
- Reinforced concrete slabs and pieces by placing and securing steel bars to enhance and extend life of structures.
- Spaced and fastened rods using wire and pliers.
- Determined quantities, sizes and locations of reinforcing rods from blueprints or oral instructions.
- Defined placements of bars and necessary reinforcements by reading maps and blueprints.
- Studied blueprints to determine accurate lengths for reinforcement bars and cut pieces.
- Monitored personal and co-worker safety, enforced safety protocols and regulations and removed hazards.
Carpenter Apprentice
Hamilton Brothers Construction
07.2017 - 07.2022
- Kept job site cleaned up properly and all debris disposed of in respective containers.
- Utilized hand tools such as hammers, chisels, levels, squares, and measuring tapes to complete tasks with precision and efficiency.
- Collaborated with experienced carpenters to improve skillset through hands-on training and mentorship opportunities.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Prepared materials accurately using hand and power tools to make precise cuts.
- Assisted with movement of materials and equipment to job sites.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working on a diverse range of projects including residential remodels, commercial fit-outs, and new construction.
- Achieved accurate cuts using miter saws, table saws, circular saws, jigsaws, routers, planers while adhering to all safety protocols.
- Expanded knowledge in various carpentry techniques such as joinery methods, wood selection, and finishes through regular collaboration with skilled carpenters.
- Assisted in the construction of residential framing projects, contributing to precise alignment and stability of structures.
- Demonstrated commitment to quality craftsmanship by following blueprints and specifications accurately during each phase of construction.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Supported team members with efficient material handling, ensuring timely availability of required supplies for each task.
- Maintained organized tool inventory, ensuring quick access to necessary equipment during time-sensitive tasks.
- Enhanced job site safety through diligent adherence to OSHA regulations and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Cut materials according to specifications in preparation for installation.
- Reduced material waste by optimizing cut lists and effectively repurposing scrap materials.
- Improved safety standards by maintaining clean and organized work environment.
- Specialized in foundations, framing and finish carpentry.
- Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
- Measured and marked cutting lines on materials using pencil or chalk and marking gauge.
- Installed drywall, ceilings, trim and fabricated replacement trim and moldings.
- Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment.
- Safely operated electric cordless and hammer drills and cutting torches.
- Facilitated harmonious working relationships with crew members to prevent problems and conflicts.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and construction documents to determine project directives.
Mason Tender
Fraizer Manzory
06.2009 - 06.2017
- Improved workplace safety by conducting regular inspections of scaffolding and equipment.
- Increased productivity by efficiently loading, unloading, and organizing tools and materials on job sites.
- Demonstrated strong work ethic while performing physically demanding tasks such as lifting heavy objects or operating machinery.
- Built and took down scaffolding for larger jobs.
- Used hand and power tools such as block saws on daily basis.
- Maintained a safe working environment through diligent adherence to OSHA guidelines and regulations.
- Expedited project timelines by quickly responding to mason requests for assistance or materials during construction processes.
- Continuously updated knowledge of masonry techniques and industry trends through regular training sessions and workshops.
- Supported team members in completing complex masonry tasks through effective communication and collaboration.
- Mixed mortar by hand and with power mixer.
- Assisted masons in laying bricks, blocks, and stones with precision and attention to detail.
- Cut and bent reinforced steel to support constructions.
- Collaborated closely with other trade professionals such as electricians or plumbers for seamless coordination during joint projects.
- Enhanced project efficiency by mixing and preparing mortar for masonry work.
- Cut materials to the correct size using power saws, chisels, or hammers, ensuring proper fit and placement.
- Gained familiarity with different types of building materials, including bricks, stones, and concrete blocks to provide the best quality workmanship for each project.
- Reduced material waste with accurate measurements and cuts for optimal resource utilization.
- Completed projects with minimal supervision while adhering closely to specifications provided by architects or clients.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts to move bricks and supplies.
- Ensured timely completion of projects by maintaining clean and organized work sites.
- Removed excess mortar and finished joints for uniform surface.
- Mixed mortar to lay bricks, stones and concrete sidewalks.
- Read work orders and design drawings to determine work requirements and sequence of tasks.
- Followed blueprints or drawings to lay blocks and bricks in correct arrangement.
- Used rakes and shovels to spread, level and smooth concrete.
- Installed anchor bolts, steel plates and door sills in freshly poured concrete to provide decorative finish.
- Operated power vibrator to compact materials and create level bases.
- Signaled truck drivers to position truck to facilitate pouring concrete into constrained locations.
- Installed brick and block walls in residential, commercial and industrial settings.
- Cut bricks and concrete using approved tools such as powered abrasive saws, paving breakers, drills, and hand tools.
- Laid brick for block walls and adhered to local codes and project restrictions.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, plans, or drawings to correctly lay blocks or bricks according to job or client specifications.
- Identified potential safety hazards and reported incidents and hazards to management.
- Operated heavy equipment such as forklifts safely and efficiently to move materials.
Skills
- Crew leadership
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Equipment operation
- OSHA compliance
- Job planning
- Blueprint interpretation
- Construction vehicles operation
- Residential construction
- Wood and metal framing
- Foundation construction
- Scaffolding set up
- Drywall installation
Timeline
Foreman
D&D Construction
07.2022 - 01.2025
DRIVER
D&D Construction
07.2022 - 01.2025
Tender and Rod Buster
Hamilton Brothers Construction
07.2017 - 07.2022
Carpenter Apprentice
Hamilton Brothers Construction
07.2017 - 07.2022
Mason Tender
Fraizer Manzory
06.2009 - 06.2017
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