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Gabriel Chan

Gabriel Chan

Toronto,ON

Summary

Dedicated Carpenter with over 10 years of experience in carpentry and construction. Excels at analyzing and solving problems using design software and systems knowledge. Dedicated to completing construction projects on time or ahead of schedule. Quality-focused Carpenter committed to following safety code regulations. Timely and efficient working style takes difficult jobs through to completion within budget. Experienced in both residential and commercial construction. Conscientious Carpenter focused on completing projects on time and exceeding client expectations. Artistic Carpenter skilled at taking on unique projects and special work. Adept at providing clients with both technical skill and creative insight.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Carpenter

The Parkdale Hostellerie
Toronto, ON
08.2022 - Current

Renovation, design and construction of loft and deck at the parkdale hostellerie.

  • Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring and cabinetry.
  • Installed frames and secured to walls and support structures.
  • Created custom frames to meet needs of individual customers.
  • Disassembled frames for repair, refurbishment, or replacement.
  • Matched frame designs to existing décor or specific interior design styles.

Carpenter

Rick Blechman
Vaughan , On
02.2019 - 08.2019
  • Built operating system for a 375 plant medical marijuana growing facility
  • Planned projects by identifying necessary equipment, tools, and required assistance.
  • Completed precise joining and high-quality finish work by properly anchoring and bracing structures.
  • Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
  • Installed drywall, ceilings, trim and fabricated replacement trim and moldings.
  • Built and hung custom doors and frames.
  • Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
  • Calculated dimensions and amount of needed materials by accurately measuring job site and structures.
  • Specialized in foundations, framing and finish carpentry.

Carpenter

Contractor For; Pro Office, Brigholme, Choice
Toronto, Ontario
11.2016 - 10.2019
  • Built, renovated, tore-down, office and wall systems for TD Bank, RBC Bank, Scotia Bank, CIBC etc throughout the downtown core. Checked measurements and completed accurate cuts to prevent materials waste and maintain cost controls.
  • Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
  • Organized project work by reading blueprints and assessing job specifications to determine optimal plans.
  • Planned projects by identifying necessary equipment, tools, and required assistance.
  • Installed paneling on walls to deaden sound, complete decorations or absorb shock based on individual customer requirements.
  • Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
  • Built and hung custom doors and frames.

Carpenter Apprentice

P&P Construction
Laurel, Maryland
05.2005 - 05.2007
  • Assisted with movement of materials and equipment to job sites.
  • Kept job site cleaned up properly and all debris disposed of in respective containers.
  • Cut materials according to specifications in preparation for installation.
  • Gained valuable education in residential and commercial building codes.
  • Worked with master carpenters to install decks for both residential and commercial customers.
  • Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring and cabinetry.
  • Led garages, residential homes and addition projects to completion.

Education

Did Not Complete - Business Management - Entrepreneurial Enterprise

Southville International School
Manila Philippines
09.2008

Did Not Complete - Fine Arts

Concordia University
Montreal, QC

Skills

  • Interpreting Blueprints
  • Site Maintenance
  • Structural Assessment
  • Plaster and Seam Work
  • Carpentry and Woodworking
  • Hand and Power Tool Operation
  • Structure Assembly
  • Hardware Installation
  • Project Estimation
  • Power Saws
  • Dimension Calculations
  • Carpenter's Levels
  • Drywall Finishing
  • Lumber Cutting

Timeline

Carpenter

The Parkdale Hostellerie
08.2022 - Current

Carpenter

Rick Blechman
02.2019 - 08.2019

Carpenter

Contractor For; Pro Office, Brigholme, Choice
11.2016 - 10.2019

Carpenter Apprentice

P&P Construction
05.2005 - 05.2007

Did Not Complete - Business Management - Entrepreneurial Enterprise

Southville International School

Did Not Complete - Fine Arts

Concordia University
Gabriel Chan