Jaime Arturo Cortes
Los Banos,CA
Summary
Dynamic Foreman Carpenter with Bellcore Construction, skilled in project leadership and blueprint interpretation. Proven track record of enhancing team productivity and achieving timely project completions. Expertise in finish carpentry and structural repairs, coupled with a dedicated work ethic, ensures high-quality results and client satisfaction in residential and commercial projects.
Knowledgeable Carpenter with solid background in carpentry with 20+ years experience, specializing in residential and commercial projects. Successfully completed numerous construction and renovation tasks, ensuring high-quality craftsmanship. Demonstrated expertise in problem-solving and attention to detail, contributing to project efficiency and excellence.
Skilled carpentry professional with strong foundation in residential and commercial construction. Known for precise craftsmanship, effective teamwork, and adaptability to changing project needs. Strong expertise in blueprint reading, framing, finishing, and installation. Reliable and results-driven with focus on delivering high-quality work on time.
Ambitious Carpenter skilled at taking on multiple projects at once. Experience with complete home construction, remodels and renovations. Successful at providing clients with both technical skill and creative insight.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Foreman Carpenter
Bellcore Construction
05.2015 - 12.2024
- 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.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Addressed issues proactively, resolving problems quickly to minimize delays in project timelines.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing clear direction, setting expectations, and offering constructive feedback.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Collaborated with project managers in planning stages, advising on schedule adjustments and potential obstacles.
- Monitored progress against established benchmarks, adjusting strategies as necessary to meet targets consistently.
- Raised overall crew proficiency with ongoing skill development initiatives targeting areas identified for improvement.
- Provided comprehensive training for new employees, ensuring their rapid integration into the team dynamic.
- Implemented efficient work processes to boost overall productivity while reducing costs.
- Ensured project milestones were met, overseeing scheduling and execution of construction phases.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Demonstrated versatility in carpentry techniques, working proficiently with both hand tools and power tools to achieve desired results.
- Specialized in specific carpentry tasks such as framing, finish work, or restoration projects to provide clients with tailored services and high-quality results.
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Contributed to successful completion of residential and commercial projects by skillfully installing cabinetry, doors, windows, and flooring materials.
- Repaired existing structures such as staircases, decks, or door frames with precision to extend their lifespan without compromising structural integrity or aesthetics.
- Measured materials to determine sizes and quantity required for construction project.
- Cut, shaped and installed siding, roofing and framing to protect interior of properties from harsh weather conditions.
- Collaborated with other skilled tradespeople to ensure seamless integration of carpentry work within larger construction projects.
- Reduced material waste by precisely measuring, cutting, and assembling lumber for various construction projects.
- Repaired damaged doors, windows and other structures.
- Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
- Measured, cut and installed drywall, paneling and other materials.
- Installed insulation, trim and other finishing touches.
- Calculated dimensions and amount of needed materials by accurately measuring job site and structures.
- Cut and shaped materials to meet outlined measurements.
- Built and hung custom doors and frames.
- Installed drywall, ceilings, trim and fabricated replacement trim and moldings.
- Assembled and installed furniture and cabinetry.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and construction documents to determine project directives.
- Specialized in foundations, framing and finish carpentry.
- Safely operated electric cordless and hammer drills and cutting torches.
Journeyman Carpenter
Blach Construction
06.2011 - 03.2015
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Demonstrated versatility as a journeyman carpenter with experience in both rough framing and finish work across diverse construction environments.
- Installed and repaired woodwork, millwork and cabinetry.
- Improved project efficiency by effectively managing carpentry tasks and maintaining a well-organized worksite.
- Mentored apprentice carpenters, providing guidance on best practices for improved skill development and work efficiency.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, sketches and specifications to understand job.
- Cut, shaped and installed siding, roofing and framing to protect interior of properties from harsh weather conditions.
- Built and hung custom doors and frames.
- Specialized in foundations, framing and finish carpentry.
- Installed insulation, trim and other finishing touches.
- Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
- Repaired damaged doors, windows and other structures.
Skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Project leadership
- Blueprint interpretation
- Project planning
- Finish carpentry
- Residential construction
- Structural repairs
- Wood and metal framing
- Production and processing
- Foundation construction
- Drywall installation
- Hand and power tools
- Repairing wall surfaces
- Dedicated work ethic
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Foreman Carpenter
Bellcore Construction
05.2015 - 12.2024
Journeyman Carpenter
Blach Construction
06.2011 - 03.2015
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