Kevin Meerstra
Mission,BC
Summary
Quality-focused Carpenter committed to following safety code regulations. Timely and efficient working style takes difficult jobs through to completion within budget. Background in residential wood-frame construction.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Carpenter
Edifice Construction
07.2023 - Current
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Inspected job sites to identify potential hazards and establish protection and safety standards.
- Followed protocols and stayed organized to provide personal and teammate safety.
Backframe Foreman
Nordik Construction
09.2022 - 07.2023
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
Backframe Foreman
Beauty's Enterprises
12.2017 - 09.2022
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
Carpenter/Labourer
Meerstra Construction
04.2010 - 11.2017
- Assisted with movement of materials and equipment to job sites.
- Checked measurements and completed accurate cuts to prevent materials waste and maintain cost controls.
- Cleaned work areas, machines and equipment to maintain clean and safe job site.
- Measured and cut wood pieces using hand saws and powered saws.
- Transported materials and tools from work truck to project areas and organized supplies based on likely needs.
Cashier/Food Service/Customer Service Representative
Cineplex Silver City
03.2008 - 05.2011
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Worked with floor team and managers to meet wide range of customer needs.
Education
Occupational First Aid Level 1 -
ProSafe First Aid Training School
Coquitlam, BC07.2023
Aerial Lifts -
Canada Safety Training Centre
Abbotsford, BC07.2023
Fall Arrest Protection -
Canada Safety Training Centre
Abbotsford, BC07.2023
High School Diploma -
Mission Secondary School
Mission BC06.2009
Skills
- Structural Repairs
- OSHA Regulations
- Residential Construction
- Commercial Construction
- Blueprint Reading
- Hand and Power Tools
- Measuring and cutting
- Concrete forming
- Quality control
- Carpentry expertise
- Worksite safety
- Staircase construction
References
Joe DiGuistini - Nordik Construction - 604-302-9918
Matt Campbell - Hammerhead Construction - 778-908-1322
Wayne Grondhal - A&B Home Improvements - 604-767-0625
Russ Franklin - Franklin Enterprises - 604-240-8156
Timeline
Carpenter
Edifice Construction
07.2023 - Current
Backframe Foreman
Nordik Construction
09.2022 - 07.2023
Backframe Foreman
Beauty's Enterprises
12.2017 - 09.2022
Carpenter/Labourer
Meerstra Construction
04.2010 - 11.2017
Cashier/Food Service/Customer Service Representative
Cineplex Silver City
03.2008 - 05.2011
Occupational First Aid Level 1 -
ProSafe First Aid Training School
Aerial Lifts -
Canada Safety Training Centre
Fall Arrest Protection -
Canada Safety Training Centre
High School Diploma -
Mission Secondary School
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