JORDAN CSENDES
Woodstock,Canada
Summary
Skilled Red Seal Brick and Stone Mason with comprehensive background in constructing and repairing various structures from blueprints and specifications. Possess in-depth understanding of mortar mixtures, cutting and laying bricks, and ensuring level alignment for structural integrity. Demonstrated ability to lead projects to completion on time while maintaining high standards of craftsmanship. Successfully enhanced project efficiency through effective team collaboration and innovative problem-solving techniques. Committed and hardworking professional with many years of experience completing strong and lasting masonry projects. Demonstrated expertise in reading construction drawings and following specifications to produce quality work. Deep knowledge of building codes, ordinances, and regulations. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Surface Miner
Lafarge
Woodstock, Ontario
03.2024 - Current
- Operated surface miner equipment to remove material from the earth's surface in an efficient and safe manner.
- Monitored and adjusted machine settings as needed for different materials being mined.
- Conducted routine maintenance of surface miner equipment such as cleaning, lubrication, and minor repairs.
- Operated heavy equipment in compliance with company's operating safety policies and procedures.
- Observed potential hazards and obstructions to maximize safe working conditions.
- Kept records of material and equipment usage and completed entries in production logs.
- Repaired machinery and replaced gears, bearings.
Mason
Southwest Stone Masons Inc
Salford, Ontario
02.2021 - 12.2023
- Erected brick walls and stone columns, using trowels, levels and other tools.
- Cut stone or brick into shapes required for specific jobs.
- Created decorative designs such as arches and columns with brick, block and stone veneers.
- Installed lintels above doors or windows to provide structural support.
- Installed manufactured stone veneer products on interior or exterior walls.
- Restored mortar joints by removing mortar to exact depth and replacing with fresh mortar.
- Repaired or altered structural and superficial damage to various masonry work and surfaces.
Brick and Stone Mason- Owner
CSR Masonry
Woodstock, Ontario
08.2016 - 08.2018
- Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.
- Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
- Implemented quality assurance processes to ensure product excellence.
- Analyzed client business needs and assisted in determining appropriate resources and strategies.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Performed administrative duties, such as payroll processing and tax remittances.
- Inspected completed projects for quality assurance purposes.
- Maintained knowledge of local building codes related to masonry work. Reviewed blueprints, drawings, and plans to build masonry features and structures.
Brick and Stone Mason Apprentice
Riverstone Masonry
Woodstock, Ontario
03.2013 - 08.2016
- Mixed mortar and grout according to specifications.
- Cleaned and prepared masonry surfaces for repair or construction.
- Installed brick, block, stone, glass block and other types of masonry materials.
- Assisted in the layout of foundations and walls.
- Cut bricks, blocks and stones to specified dimensions using hand tools and power saws.
- Measured distances accurately using measuring tapes or levels.
- Erected scaffolding around work area as needed for support during installation processes.
- Installed flashing around windows or doors for protection against water infiltration.
- Demonstrated excellent problem-solving skills when dealing with unexpected obstacles during projects.
- Prepared for each job by accurately laying out wall patterns and foundation plans.
Education
Red Seal Brick and Stone Mason - Apprenticeship Program
Conestoga College
Waterloo, ON04.2015
Motive Power Automotive Technician - 2 Year Program
Fanshawe College
London, ON04.2009
Ontario Secondary School Diploma -
Ingersoll District Collegiate Institute
Ingersoll, ON01.2006
Certificate - Construction Project Management
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Cambridge, ONSkills
- Red Seal Brick and Stone Mason
- Time Management
- Efficiency
- Safety Practices
- Valid Class G License
- Problem-Solving
- Analytical Skills
- Multitasking
- Prioritization
- MS Word
- Simply Accounting
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Effective communication skills
- Customer Service
- Quality Assurance
- Employee Training
- Attention to Detail
- Strategic Decision-Making
Certification
- Ariel Lift type 3 group B self propelled boom
- Working at Heights
- Confined Space Training
- Propane ROT Class CH-02
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Surface Miner
Lafarge
03.2024 - Current
Mason
Southwest Stone Masons Inc
02.2021 - 12.2023
Brick and Stone Mason- Owner
CSR Masonry
08.2016 - 08.2018
Brick and Stone Mason Apprentice
Riverstone Masonry
03.2013 - 08.2016
- Ariel Lift type 3 group B self propelled boom
- Working at Heights
- Confined Space Training
- Propane ROT Class CH-02
Red Seal Brick and Stone Mason - Apprenticeship Program
Conestoga College
Motive Power Automotive Technician - 2 Year Program
Fanshawe College
Ontario Secondary School Diploma -
Ingersoll District Collegiate Institute
Certificate - Construction Project Management
Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
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