Kyle Klus
Port Alberni,BC
Summary
Versatile and safety-conscious carpenter with a large background in various construction environments, including residential, commercial and industrial projects. Proficient in reading plans and efficient work execution, with a commitment to safety demonstrated by comprehensive training in various safety courses.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Custom Cabinet Maker
McCarthy Custom Cabinetry
Port Alberni, BC
09.2020 - Current
- Plan, cut, assemble and install cabinets, millwork and hardware.
- Ensure high-quality craftsmanship through meticulous attention to detail.
- Maintain a safe and clean workspace.
Facilities and Maintenance Carpenter
Fort Mckay Alcor (Suncor, Fort Hills)
Fort McMurray, AB
06.2015 - 01.2020
- Assemble, maintain, dismantle and relocate all temporary office, washroom, and lunchroom facilities during site construction phase. This position had a heavy emphasis on safety, planning, and teamwork. I was often required to use an aerial work platform, assemble scaffolding, setup and use fall arrest, enter confined spaces and work directly with equipment operators to complete these projects safely and efficiently.
- Perform all carpentry related maintenance on a 1200 room camp during operations phase.
Support Carpenter
Brasco Int. (Kitimat Modernization Project)
01.2014 - 03.2015
- Provide carpentry related support to all other sub-trades by building stairs, guardrails, scaffolding, temporary work structures and other custom items required.
- Due to the fast-paced industrial setting this position required an excellent ability to recognize and mitigate safety hazards, plan and communicate all work to be completed with all other trades in the area, and perform all tasks efficiently.
Carpenter
B. Goorts Contracting
06.2006 - 01.2014
- Build custom homes from start to finish:
- Form, pour, and finish footings, foundations and flatwork concrete.
- Frame and sheet floor joists, walls, trusses.
- Install windows and doors
- Install exterior siding, trim and timberwork
- Install interior trim and baseboard
- Install door hardware, closet rods/shelving etc.
Carpenter
Farmer Construction
Victoria, BC
09.2007 - 07.2008
- Layout and install Aluma Beam underslab scaffold system for suspended concrete slab construction
Education
Red Seal Carpentry Program -
Vancouver Island University
Nanaimo, BC01-2013
High School Diploma -
Alberni District Secondary School
Port Alberni, BC06-2002
Skills
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Attention to safety and detail is always my top priority
- Able to read and understand plans and drawings
- Able to plan and perform work efficiently
- Worked in a wide variety of construction environments (residential, commercial, industrial during construction, industrial during operations, cabinetry and millwork shop)
- Have completed a number of safety courses (Fall Arrest, Aerial Work Platform, Confined Space Entry, WHMIS, Isolations and Lock-outs (LOTO), CSTS-09)
Languages
English
Timeline
Custom Cabinet Maker
McCarthy Custom Cabinetry
09.2020 - Current
Facilities and Maintenance Carpenter
Fort Mckay Alcor (Suncor, Fort Hills)
06.2015 - 01.2020
Support Carpenter
Brasco Int. (Kitimat Modernization Project)
01.2014 - 03.2015
Carpenter
Farmer Construction
09.2007 - 07.2008
Carpenter
B. Goorts Contracting
06.2006 - 01.2014
Red Seal Carpentry Program -
Vancouver Island University
High School Diploma -
Alberni District Secondary School