John Dacosta
York
Summary
Seasoned Cement Finisher and Bricklayer with a robust background in concrete finishing and formwork construction. Proficient in employing scaffolding setup and surface finishing techniques, showcasing adaptability to varying weather conditions and a commitment to safety. Proven expertise in enhancing project efficiency and quality through hands-on skills and teamwork.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Cement Finisher
Egnatia Paving
Toronto
03.2023 - Current
- Used forklifts and other equipment to move materials and complete project work with construction team.
- Performed duties related to forming, stripping, and cutting cement.
- Finished surfaces by troweling, floating and brushing.
- Operated excavators and loaders to prepare site.
Cement Finisher
Ferpac Paving
Toronto
03.2017 - 11.2022
- Used forklifts and other equipment to move materials and complete project work with construction team.
- Set concrete forms to desired pitch and depth and aligned.
- Performed duties related to forming, stripping, and cutting cement.
- Finished surfaces by troweling, floating, and brushing.
- Operated excavators and loaders to prepare site.
Bricklayer
TNT Masonry
Toronto
07.2011 - 12.2017
- Installed and set scaffolds.
- Operated a forklift.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Employed the use of a quick-cut saw in daily duties.
- Laid cement.
Education
Working in Confined Spaces
Liuna Local 183 Training Center
Toronto, ON02-2024
Traffic Control
Liuna Local 183 Training Center
Toronto, ON02-2024
First Aid & CPR
Liuna Local 183 Training Center
Toronto, ON02-2024
Propane
Liuna Local 183 Training Center
Toronto, ON02-2022
Bobcat Training
Liuna Local 183 Training Center
Toronto, ON02-2020
GED -
Neil McNeil
Toronto, ON06-2000
Skills
- Cement work
- Concrete finishing expertise
- Formwork construction
- Adaptable to weather conditions
- Surface finishing
- Scaffolding setup
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Portuguese
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Cement Finisher
Egnatia Paving
03.2023 - Current
Cement Finisher
Ferpac Paving
03.2017 - 11.2022
Bricklayer
TNT Masonry
07.2011 - 12.2017
Working in Confined Spaces
Liuna Local 183 Training Center
Traffic Control
Liuna Local 183 Training Center
First Aid & CPR
Liuna Local 183 Training Center
Propane
Liuna Local 183 Training Center
Bobcat Training
Liuna Local 183 Training Center
GED -
Neil McNeil
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