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Lucas Polak

Toronto,ON

Summary

I am proud to have worked as a Carpenter for the last 18 years, earning my Red Seal and making my mark on Toronto's skyline. Its my career and my hobby. I have a passion for the trade and have been well versed in many aspects of it. Im a reliable, responsible and hardworking Lead Hand/Carpenter Foreman with exceptional team leadership and delegation skills. Proven history of offering management support in completing tasks in a safe and efficient manner. Utilize strong critical thinking skills and a resourceful approach to problem-solving. I love what I do and it shows. A crew smiling is a crew producing.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Leadhand/ Carpenter Foreman

EllisDon
10.2018 - 09.2023

Delegating tasks and responsibilities working in a fast paced environment while completing daily requirements on an efficient manner. Safety is a top priority. 100 Queens Quay, Waterfront Innovation Centre, T3 Sterling Rd.

Owner/Sole Proprietor

Nail On The Head Carpentry
11.2016 - 10.2018

Bidding on work while delivering a quality product on time/budget and meeting all contractual obligations. Custom Homes, Renovations, Framing, Concrete Formwork, Finish work, Millwork, Trim, Doors/Windows, Decks, Stairs and Furniture.

Journeyman Carpenter

Verdi Alliance
07.2012 - 11.2016

Took on a lead role, whether working independently or with apprentices

Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.

Assisted in training new carpenters to demonstrate techniques, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.

Planned projects by identifying necessary equipment, tools, and required assistance.

Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.

Read and interpreted drawings, sketches and specifications to understand job.

Observed all OHSA and corporate safety regulations and procedures.

Apprentice Carpenter

Avenue Building INC
04.2008 - 05.2011

Worked on a 4 man Layout Crew at Trump Tower. involved in every aspect of the jobsite from the Field Engineering aspect as well as working as a Carpenter. lots of problem solving.

Took a lead at RBC on the forming, stripping, swamping and maintaining of the column formwork. also worked in the core of the building


Apprentice Carpenter

Architectural Millworks
04.2006 - 02.2009

Saved my Journeymans life because of my experience with Lifeguard training.

Used complex jigs to solve problems on a difficult ceiling system

Installed doors, millwork, handrails, cabinetry

Education

Red Seal General Carpentry Certification

College of Carpenters And Allied Trades
222 Rowntree Dairy Dr

High School Diploma -

Parkdale Collegiate

No Degree - Film And Television

Humber College
Toronto, ON

Skills

  • Excellent people skills
  • Formwork Specialist
  • Hardworking, Punctual, Respectful, Prepared
  • Residential Construction
  • Commercial Construction
  • Structural Repairs
  • OSHA Regulations
  • Exceptional Finish Carpentry Skills
  • Hand and Power Tools
  • Team Coordination
  • Safety Procedures
  • Custom Furniture Creation
  • Guitar Building / Luthier

Languages

English

Certification

WHMIS, Working At Heights, Fall Prevention, Scissor and Genie Lifts, Suspended Access, Confined Spaces, Worker Health and Safety Awareness, Elevating Work Platforms, 4 Step

Timeline

Leadhand/ Carpenter Foreman

EllisDon
10.2018 - 09.2023

Owner/Sole Proprietor

Nail On The Head Carpentry
11.2016 - 10.2018

Journeyman Carpenter

Verdi Alliance
07.2012 - 11.2016

Apprentice Carpenter

Avenue Building INC
04.2008 - 05.2011

Apprentice Carpenter

Architectural Millworks
04.2006 - 02.2009

Red Seal General Carpentry Certification

College of Carpenters And Allied Trades

High School Diploma -

Parkdale Collegiate

No Degree - Film And Television

Humber College
Lucas Polak