Jaime Sousa
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Skilled Drywall Finisher and Foreman with proven expertise in joint taping and a strong work ethic, honed across roles at First General and Keller Painting. Excelled in teamwork, leading to high-quality finishes and enhanced customer satisfaction. Demonstrated leadership by training peers, ensuring safety, and maintaining meticulous attention to detail for superior project outcomes.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Drywall Finisher
First General
01.2022 - 04.2024
- Applied tape to seal joints by embedding into sealing compound.
- Served as a reliable team member, regularly collaborating with other finishers and construction professionals to achieve shared goals and meet deadlines.
- Measured and marked cutting lines on drywall for lengths, heights and penetrations.
- Removed damaged drywall and wallpaper to prepare for new installations.
- Ensured long-lasting quality workmanship by consistently inspecting finished surfaces for defects or inconsistencies before final approvals.
- Cut and hung drywall on walls and ceilings, taping and finishing joints and corners.
- Maintained the highest quality standards for workmanship in all aspects of drywall installation, finishing, texturing, and repair.
Drywall Finisher
Servpro Edmonton
08.2017 - 12.2021
- Demonstrated versatility in handling various types of materials such as gypsum board, cement board or fiberglass-reinforced panels during installation processes.
- Delivered exceptional customer service, addressing client concerns promptly and professionally to maintain positive relationships.
- Completed installation of drywall sheets on commercial and residential properties.
- Delivered superior results through precise application of texture finishes using brushes, rollers, or spray equipment.
- Applied sealing compound over cracks, holes, and nail heads using trowels, broad-knives or spatulas.
- Cut and hung drywall on walls and ceilings, taping and finishing joints and corners.
- Maximized project success by providing accurate estimates for labor and materials, ensuring budgetary constraints were met.
- Lead in filling out FLHA for Job site daily
Drywall Foreman
Keller Painting
05.2004 - 07.2017
- Increased job efficiency with mastery of various hand tools and power tools, such as trowels, joint knives, and sanders.
- Optimized productivity levels with proper maintenance of tools and equipment for uninterrupted work flow.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction with meticulous attention to detail, resulting in high-quality finishes.
- Prepared work area, tools and equipment for job site.
- Received consistent excellent feedback on work quality and customer service.
- Minimized errors during installations through careful interpretation of blueprints, sketches or verbal instructions from supervisors or clients.
- operated various lifts.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
Operator
A&B Rail Services
06.1988 - 06.2004
- Operated various types of machinery, demonstrating versatility and adaptability in diverse work environments.
- Maintained a safe working environment by enforcing strict adherence to safety guidelines and protocols.
- Assisted in training new operators, sharing knowledge of best practices and promoting a culture of teamwork amongst peers.
- Provided on-the-job training to newly hired workers and team members.
- Maintained knowledge of industry policies and procedures to set up and operate equipment safely.
- Enhanced safety standards by strictly adhering to company guidelines and conducting thorough equipment inspections.
- Crew Foreman for job site
Education
No Degree -
St. Joesph
Edmonton, ABSkills
- Excellent work ethic
- Joint taping
- Wall framing
- Concise time-management
- Troubleshooting
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Valid Driver's license
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Drywall Finisher
First General
01.2022 - 04.2024
Drywall Finisher
Servpro Edmonton
08.2017 - 12.2021
Drywall Foreman
Keller Painting
05.2004 - 07.2017
Operator
A&B Rail Services
06.1988 - 06.2004
No Degree -
St. Joesph
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