Evan Hoekstra
Dunrobin,Canada
Summary
Hard-working Rodbuster with 8 years of experience in the construction industry and an excellent attendance record. Adaptable to all types of situations and work productively with different trades to ensure adherence to schematics and deadlines. Personable, adaptable to work in different conditions. Safety-conscious known for effectively communicating with team members and remaining attentive while working in high-risk environments. Assess the workplace for safety issues and implement corrective measures when necessary. Lifts heavy items and works in adverse weather conditions with superior performance and reliability. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Journeyman Rodbuster
Nucor Rebar Fabrication
11.2022 - Current
- Define placements of bars and necessary reinforcements by reading maps and blueprints
- Reinforce concrete slabs and pieces by placing, tying, positioning installing, reinforcing and securing steel bars for bridges, LRT, train stations, and high rises
- Meet extensive physical demands that require strength and stamina, moving steel reinforcements daily from various staging areas to desired reinforcement locations using proper safety procedures
- Monitored personal and co-worker safety, enforcing safety protocols and regulations and remove hazards
Journeyman Rodbuster
Mansteel Rebar Ltd.
05.2020 - 11.2022
- In my position as a Journeyman Ironworker my responsibilities include placing, tying, positioning, installing and reinforcing steel for bridges, LRT, train stations, and high rises
- I interpret and follow blueprints and drawings
- I troubleshoot problems and ensure safety conditions
- Additionally, as an ironworker I am required to meet extensive physical demands that require strength and stamina
- I possess extensive communications abilities
Heavy Equipment Operator
TG Carroll Cartage
11.2018 - 05.2020
- Loaded and moved materials such as topsoil, vegetation, and rocks based on specific job needs
- Grade earth to specifications to prepare job sites for construction projects.
- Installed septic systems, dug foundations, loaded dump trucks and worked in a sandpit making top soil
- Met project demands consistently through careful and consistent operation of diverse pieces of equipment safely heavy equipment.
- Operated basic highway maintenance and traffic equipment to sustain, repair and clean highways and right-of-ways.
- Strictly adhered to company safety procedures
- Assessed work sites daily for potential hazards.
Construction Worker
Prime One Construction
04.2018 - 11.2018
- Accurately and safely installed wall, roof and floor structures, and windows according to blueprints, customer requests, and available inventories
- Installed frames and secured to walls and support structures.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment
- Gathered and disposed of worksite debris to remove safety hazards.
- Managed safe and efficient use of tools and equipment on construction sites.
- Followed safety protocols when using nail guns, saws, and grinders.
- Cut, measured and shaped wood after inspecting blueprints, build areas and work orders.
- Operate basic hand tools and power tools safely and effectively.
- Follow instructions from supervisors and project managers.
- Help with the installation of structures and fixtures, such as windows, frames, flooring, and trim.
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
- Adhere to all safety protocols and regulations on-site.
- Read blueprints to determine work requirements
Construction Worker
Zacconi Contracting Inc.
06.2017 - 04.2018
- Working as part of a team and at times independently, I worked on residential structures
- I have experience framing houses from bottom to top
- Additionally I have done roof trusses and windows as well
- I have some knowledge in reading blueprints
- I have good attention to detail and good communication skills
- I am a problem solver, and don't get frustrated
- I maintain a safe and clean environment and can work with little or no supervision
Education
Ironworker Apprenticeship -
Local 765 Ironworker Union
02.2022
OSSD - House Building Focus Program
West Carleton Secondary School
06.2017
Skills
- Skilled rodbuster
- Safety minded
- Blueprint reading
- Hard working
- Effective communicator
- Excellent time management
- Ability to think and react in a fast paced environment
- Work with other trades effectively to meet deadlines
- Work well independently and as part of a team
- Meet physical demands
- Fast learner
- Problem solver
Certification
- WHIMIS
- Working at Heights
- Hoisting and Rigging
- Elevated Work Platform
- PassPort to Safety
- AODA
- Worker Health and Safety in Four Steps
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Journeyman Rodbuster
Nucor Rebar Fabrication
11.2022 - Current
Journeyman Rodbuster
Mansteel Rebar Ltd.
05.2020 - 11.2022
Heavy Equipment Operator
TG Carroll Cartage
11.2018 - 05.2020
Construction Worker
Prime One Construction
04.2018 - 11.2018
Construction Worker
Zacconi Contracting Inc.
06.2017 - 04.2018
OSSD - House Building Focus Program
West Carleton Secondary School
Ironworker Apprenticeship -
Local 765 Ironworker Union
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