Jesse Rezka
Rock Creek,BC
Summary
Accomplished Concrete Precast Finisher at South Okenagan Concrete Products, recognized for enhancing product quality through meticulous inspections and effective team development. Skilled in concrete finishing and quality control, I consistently met deadlines while ensuring safety and precision, contributing to superior project outcomes and maintaining high standards in a fast-paced environment.
Construction professional prepared for role in concrete finishing. Consistently delivers high-quality work that meets project specifications and deadlines. Known for team collaboration and adaptability to changing project needs. Skilled in concrete pouring, leveling, and finishing techniques with reliable and results-driven approach.
Experienced with operating and maintaining various types of machinery to ensure top performance and minimal downtime. Utilizes troubleshooting and mechanical skills to identify and resolve issues quickly. Track record of adhering to safety standards and optimizing production efficiency.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Concrete Precast Finisher
South Okenagan Concrete Products
Osoyoos, BC
- Completed projects within established deadlines while maintaining stringent quality standards throughout the work process.
- Collaborated with team members to meet quotas and maintain consistent productivity levels.
- Utilized various hand tools and equipment effectively, ensuring precision in all aspects of the finishing process.
- Provided guidance, assistance and training to employees when needed.
- Upheld strict adherence to regulatory guidelines regarding hazardous materials handling, ensuring the safety of self and coworkers.
- Enhanced product quality by meticulously inspecting finished goods and troubleshooting defects.
- Adapted quickly to changing priorities or project requirements while maintaining composure under pressure.
- Maintained safe work environment, adhering strictly to health and safety protocols during finishing tasks.
- Enhanced aesthetic appeal of products, employing advanced finishing techniques for superior visual effect.
- Collaborated effectively with other team members to ensure seamless integration of finishing work in production timelines.
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
- Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
Concrete Finisher
Region 8
- Finished concrete surfaces to specified standards, ensuring smoothness and durability.
- Operated various tools including trowels, floats, and screeds for efficient finishing.
- Assisted in preparing concrete mixtures according to project specifications.
- Monitored curing processes to prevent cracking and ensure quality outcomes.
- Trained new workers on safety protocols and proper finishing techniques.
- 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.
- Created specific finishes on poured concrete.
- Assisted crew members with positioning trucks and moved discharge chute to guide concrete into forms.
- Demonstrated versatility by successfully completing various types of concrete projects, including residential, commercial, and industrial applications.
- Minimized downtime during projects by properly maintaining tools, equipment, and machinery essential for efficient execution of tasks related to concrete finishing.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper techniques and best practices for concrete finishing tasks.
- Reduced material wastage through effective use of leveling, screeding, and concrete smoothing techniques.
- Adapted quickly to changing job site requirements or unforeseen challenges without compromising quality or exceeding deadlines in completing assigned tasks related to concrete finishing.
- Ensured timely completion of projects by effectively managing time and resources for various concrete finishing tasks.
- Maintained consistent quality in finished surfaces by meticulous attention to detail and adherence to industry standards.
- Routinely lifted and moved items weighing up to Number pounds.
- Supported overall project success through expert knowledge of curing times, weather conditions, and other variables affecting final results in the concrete finishing process.
- Upheld company reputation for excellence in the field through consistent delivery of high-quality finished surfaces that met or exceeded client expectations.
- Completed physically demanding tasks such as lifting up to Number pounds to move job materials.
- Served as a reliable resource for team members and supervisors alike when it came to understanding the nuances of concrete finishing, ensuring all decisions were made with optimal results in mind.
- Set concrete forms, ensuring alignments and depths for optimal structural integrity.
Farm Labourer
Up Country Farms
Rock Creek, BC
08.2024 - 10.2025
- Assisted with planting, cultivating, and harvesting crops to support farm operations.
- Operated basic farm equipment under supervision to gain hands-on experience.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas and tools to promote safety standards.
- Learned proper handling techniques for various plants and produce during training sessions.
- Collaborated with team members to complete daily tasks efficiently and effectively.
- Followed established safety protocols while performing physical labor tasks on-site.
- Adapted quickly to changing weather conditions and farm schedules as needed.
- Operated farm equipment such as tractors and trucks with extreme care and precision.
- Cultivated soil, sowed crops, and controlled weeds by slashing or chemical spraying.
- Loaded and unloaded containers of materials and products on trucks, trailers and railcars by hand or with forklift truck.
- Safely operated heavy machinery such as tractors, harvesters, and tillers to cultivate land for planting new crops.
- Operated harvesters and cultivators to till soil and plow fields.
- Cleaned, repaired and maintained farm machinery and tools to keep resources in good working condition.
- Constructed and maintained farm buildings, fences and other structures to protect livestock.
Education
Osoyoos Secondary
Osoyoos, BCSkills
- Deadline oriented
- Quality control
- Team development
- Concrete finishing
- Machinery operation
- Good communication
- Strong work ethic
- Attention to detail
- Workplace safety
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Farm Labourer
Up Country Farms
08.2024 - 10.2025
Concrete Precast Finisher
South Okenagan Concrete Products
Concrete Finisher
Region 8
Osoyoos Secondary