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James woods

Lacombe,AB

Summary

Skilled Concrete Finisher and Form Carpenter with a proven track record at Polytech Coatings Ltd., adept in concrete finishing and worksite safety. Excelled in delivering projects on schedule, enhancing team dynamics, and maintaining high safety standards. Expert in float finishing and fostering collaborative environments, significantly contributing to project success without compromising quality.

Focused Concrete Laborer with strong attention to detail, commitment to safety and 10 years of experience in construction environments. Bringing understanding of appropriate protective measures, correct equipment operation and how to effectively contribute to team success through dedicated and responsible work.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Concrete Finisher

Polytech Coatings Ltd.
02.2017 - 11.2021
  • Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
  • Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
  • Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
  • Mixed, spread, and patched concrete to specifications.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth transitions between different phases of the concrete placement process.
  • Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
  • Shoveled materials such as dirt, gravel, and asphalt.
  • Created specific finishes on poured concrete.
  • Minimized downtime during projects by properly maintaining tools, equipment, and machinery essential for efficient execution of tasks related to concrete finishing.

Concrete Form Carpenter

Graham Construction & Engineering
01.2015 - 02.2016
  • Contributed to successful project completion by working closely with other team members and maintaining open communication.
  • Achieved tight deadlines by consistently completing projects on schedule without compromising quality or safety standards.
  • Supported team morale through active participation in daily huddles promoting clear communication among coworkers regarding task assignments and progress updates.

Warehouse Worker

Danzy Distributors
01.2010 - 01.2011
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as [Number] pounds.
  • Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
  • Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
  • Helped maintain an organized stockroom by labeling shelves clearly, designating specific areas for different products, and rotating stock regularly as required.

Fast Food Team Member

McDonald's Restaurant
10.2007 - 04.2008
  • Performed shift change tasks each day to keep store neat and running smoothly.
  • Contributed to increased sales by upselling menu items and promoting limited-time offers.
  • Greeted customers promptly and took orders to keep flow of traffic moving.
  • Ensured seamless operations during peak hours by effectively multitasking across various roles such as cashier, food assembler, or grill operator when needed.

Education

High School Diploma -

Fundamental
Langley, BC
06-2009

Skills

  • Concrete finishing
  • Worksite safety
  • Float finishing
  • Driveway installation
  • Hand troweling
  • Concrete repair
  • Power trowel operation
  • Power saws
  • Pitch and depth correction
  • Retaining walls
  • Power grinding
  • Waterproofing

Languages

English
Professional Working

Timeline

Concrete Finisher

Polytech Coatings Ltd.
02.2017 - 11.2021

Concrete Form Carpenter

Graham Construction & Engineering
01.2015 - 02.2016

Warehouse Worker

Danzy Distributors
01.2010 - 01.2011

Fast Food Team Member

McDonald's Restaurant
10.2007 - 04.2008

High School Diploma -

Fundamental
James woods