JORGE GALVAN
Edmonton,Canada
Summary
Experienced construction professional with a strong background in concrete work and general construction. Possesses a Class 5 Driver's License and access to a vehicle. Holds a forklift theory certificate from Winnipeg Harvest, demonstrating proficiency in operating heavy machinery. Proven ability to excel in both team-based and independent work settings, thriving in fast-paced and repetitive task environments. Tickets: rough terrain forklift, confined space entry and monitor, fall prote,skid steer, mobile elevating work platform,whmis2015,csts 2020
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Cement Mason
PCL CONTRACTING
Edmonton, AB
09.2019 - Current
- Installed anchor bolts, steel plates and door sills in freshly poured concrete to provide decorative finish.
- Operated power vibrator to compact materials and create level bases.
- Prepared surfaces for work by smoothing imperfections on ground or with close structures.
- Used rakes and shovels to spread, level and smooth concrete.
- Signaled truck drivers to position truck to facilitate pouring concrete into constrained locations.
- Performed basic masonry tasks such as tuckpointing, caulking, grinding and other required duties.
- Operated drills, paving breakers and powered abrasive saws to cut or demolish bricks and concrete.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts to move bricks and supplies.
- Identified potential safety hazards and reported incidents and hazards to management.
- Utilized standard hand tools such as groovers and hand trowels to alleviate inconsistencies and create level surfaces.
- Operated finishing tools to achieve smooth, level surfaces on various concrete projects.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize risks and promote a safe working environment.
- Enhanced overall job site safety by ensuring proper usage of tools and equipment during concrete finishing processes.
- Collaborated with team members to coordinate workflow and maintain project timelines.
Skilled Laborer
Whissel Contracting
05.2017 - 09.2019
- Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
- Used radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators and ground workers.
Mason Laborer
Team Concrete
03.2015 - 03.2017
- Chip and grind concrete excess.
- Sacking, patching concrete walls and surfaces.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts to move bricks and supplies.
- Operated power vibrator to compact materials and create level bases.
- Prepared surfaces for work by smoothing imperfections on ground or with close structures.
- Finished concrete surfaces.
Floor Hand Labourer
Precision Well Servicing
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Manipulated sections of pipes or drill stems at rig floor during drilling and during removal and replacement of pipes, drill stems and drill bits
- Handled, sorted and moved drill pipes, tools, cement and other materials
- Clean up rig areas and tools to maintain a safe working environment
Painter
Brandon maintenance services
01.2012 - 01.2013
- Prepared and cleaned surfaces using methods such as scraping and sanding
- Repaired cracks and holes in walls
- Used rollers and brushers to apply paints
- Painted edging and trim work and did touch ups
Meat Cutter
Maple Leaf Foods
04.2008 - 01.2012
- Removed bones from meat; and cut meat into specific cuts for institutional, commercial or other wholesale use
- Cut meat into specific cuts for as per customer requirements
- Cut, trimmed and ground meats such as beef, pork and poultry to prepare for packaging and sale.
- Prepared poultry by cleaning, cutting and discarding inedible parts.
- Verified proper inventory levels, product quality and freshness to prevent sale of spoiled products.
Education
Miguel Cervantes Saavetra
01.2004
Skills
- Skilled in Skit-steer equipment
- Equipment maintenance skills
- Skilled machine operator
- Equipment operator signals
- Excellent social skills
- Personal protective equipment
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
Skit steer loader, CSTS, Scissor lift, Fit test, fall protection, Confined space monitor, Confined space rescue, WHIMS, Telehandler rough terrain forklift.
Timeline
Cement Mason
PCL CONTRACTING
09.2019 - Current
Skilled Laborer
Whissel Contracting
05.2017 - 09.2019
Mason Laborer
Team Concrete
03.2015 - 03.2017
Floor Hand Labourer
Precision Well Servicing
01.2013 - 01.2014
Painter
Brandon maintenance services
01.2012 - 01.2013
Meat Cutter
Maple Leaf Foods
04.2008 - 01.2012
Miguel Cervantes Saavetra