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Isaac Alvarado Uscanga

Calgary,AB

Summary

Dependable general worker with extensive experience in diverse environments. Proficient in manual labor and equipment operation, ensuring efficient task completion. Committed to maintaining safety standards and a clean workspace. Eager to contribute to team success and drive positive outcomes.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Concrete Finisher

JCL INDUSTRIAL CONSTRUCTOR INC
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
03.2024 - Current
  • Assisted in setting up formwork prior to concrete pouring.
  • Monitored job site conditions to prevent damage from wet cement.
  • Mixed and poured concrete using various tools for efficient application.
  • Inspected completed projects to ensure adherence to quality standards.
  • Repaired damaged concrete structures with appropriate materials.
  • Installed expansion joints, sealants, and coatings as per specifications.
  • Applied hardening compounds to protect surfaces from weathering.
  • Provided support in meeting project deadlines established by supervisors and clients.
  • Operated power vibrators to compact concrete into place.
  • Sprayed curing compound on newly finished surfaces as needed.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading supplies such as bags of cement onto trucks or wheelbarrows.
  • Performed daily maintenance checks on equipment used during job such as wheelbarrows, shovels.
  • Leveled and smoothed freshly placed concrete with a straight edge or float.
  • Finished surfaces by hand-troweling or machine-troweling for a smooth finish.
  • Ensured that proper grades were maintained throughout the project for drainage purposes.
  • Checked alignment of forms prior to pouring concrete ensuring accuracy of final product.
  • Calculated concrete quantities needed for jobs.
  • Upheld requirements for safe operations and reporting of incidents.
  • Dismantled forms using basic and advanced tools.
  • Reviewed blueprints and other drawings to identify correct grades.
  • Maintained safety of work areas by adhering to strict regulations.
  • Used numerous types of power tools and other equipment daily.
  • Poured concrete into forms using pump hose and leveled.
  • Finished surfaces by troweling, floating and brushing following project requirements and specifications.
  • Prepared concrete by hand mixing sand and cement.
  • Molded expansion joints and edges using edging tools, jointers, and straightedge.
  • Inspected and maintained tools and equipment.
  • Removed rough or defective spots from concrete surfaces, using power grinder, or chisel and hammer.
  • Installed anchor bolts, steel plates and other fixtures in freshly poured concrete.
  • Used various chemicals and tools to repair damaged items.
  • Applied hardening and sealing compounds to cure concrete surface.
  • Mixed and poured concrete according to standard ratios.
  • Spread, leveled and smoothed concrete using rake or shovel.
  • Produced rough concrete surface using brooms.
  • Shaped rounded edges on corners with edger tool and created grooves to control cracking.
  • Protected surfaces from avoidable damages by using correct forming, bracing, preparation, and finishing techniques.
  • Operate power saws to cut expansion joints into hardened concrete surfaces.
  • Ensure that safety protocols are followed at all times while on the job site.
  • Utilized ladders, scaffolding and other tools necessary to complete high-level tasks safely.
  • Operated small machinery such as compressors and jackhammers while forming walls and columns.
  • Followed OSHA and corporate safety regulations to avoid on-the-job injuries and accidents.
  • Communicated with teammates and supervisors frequently to understand requirements and complete projects on time.
  • Anchored and braced forms and other structures in place using nails, bolts, anchor rods, steel cables, planks, wedges and timbers.
  • Mixed, poured, and finished concrete slabs, steps, and sidewalks.
  • Smoothed out imperfections from wet cement using special finishing tools.
  • Repaired damaged surfaces by patching holes, filling cracks and replacing broken components of the surface structure.
  • Sealed joints between sections of precast girders when necessary.
  • Followed safety guidelines while working with heavy equipment such as mixers, vibrators, pumps.
  • Utilized trowels, floats, levels, screeds and other hand tools to shape and finish freshly poured concrete.
  • Operated motorized grinders equipped with diamond blades for cutting hard surfaces like brick or stone pavers.
  • Cut out sections of existing pavement or slab with jackhammers or saws as required during repairs or replacements.
  • Operated all tools and equipment within manufacturer's regulation guidelines.
  • Laid and repaired concrete to make level and long-lasting surfaces.
  • Loaded and unloaded necessary tools, materials, and machines from trucks and trailers.

Education

High School Diploma -

CETCS
MEXICO
01-1990

Skills

  • Concrete finishing techniques
  • Team collaboration
  • FLUENT IN [LANGUAGE]
  • Problem resolution
  • Concrete repair
  • Verbal communication
  • Attention to detail
  • Safety compliance

Certification

  • CSA MOBILE ELEVATED WORK PLATFORM TRAINING (MEWP)
  • FALL PROTECTION TRAINING
  • BELOW THE HOOK RIGGING TRAINING
  • CONFINED SPACE ENTRY & RESCUE

Languages

Spanish
Professional
English
Professional

Timeline

Concrete Finisher

JCL INDUSTRIAL CONSTRUCTOR INC
03.2024 - Current

High School Diploma -

CETCS
Isaac Alvarado Uscanga