Mario Morales
San Diego,CA
Summary
Experienced union carpenter with 10+ years of expertise in light gauge steel framing, drywall installation, job site safety, blueprint reading, and operating construction machinery. Integral team member on multiple construction projects in San Diego. Seeking new experiences and skill development in a stable work environment. Excited about making a successful career transition while utilizing construction industry expertise.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Union Carpenter
Johnson, Finch and McClure Construction
03.2016 - 02.2025
- Work experience includes stocking and scrapping material, framing light gauge steel, hanging drywall, installing door frames, job site safety and plan pre task plans for workers and crews
- Maintained a clean worksite, promoting productivity and reducing potential hazards throughout the construction process.
- Assisted in training new apprentices, sharing knowledge of carpentry techniques and best practices within the union community.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects on time and under budget, meeting client expectations.
- Increased project efficiency by implementing precise measurements and cutting techniques for materials.
- Provided detailed progress updates to supervisors, maintaining open lines of communication during all stages of construction projects.
- Enhanced workplace safety through regular inspections of tools and equipment, ensuring proper maintenance and repairs.
- Certified Journeyman Framer/Drywall Hanger.
- Certificate of Apprenticeship completion. 2020
Repair Technician
Golf Mart San Diego/Repair Shop
03.2022 - 09.2022
- Work duties are repairing golf clubs, replacing and saving grips, replacing shafts for clubs, changing lie and loft angles, saving and changing ferrules, special orders for customers, providing the best customer service, cleaning and maintaining repair shop, stocking and ordering materials (shafts, tools, epoxy, you name it) windows on computer to look up items and order products
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Completed all repair and maintenance activities promptly and to high quality standards.
- Conducted diagnostic procedures to determine root cause of customer problems and provide accurate repair recommendations.
- Consistently maintained a clean, organized, and safe work environment to ensure the efficient completion of repairs and the wellbeing of both employees and customers.
Street Light Technician
Southwest Signal Service
08.2022 - 02.2024
- -Troubleshot technical issues during performances, ensuring minimal disruption to the overall presentation.
- -Installed street light loops for car sensing to speed up traffic flow.
- -Installed Pedestrian push buttons for pedestrian cross walks.
- -Crew Leader.
- -Connected street loop wire for full function.
- -Erected street lights and traffic signals using Bobcat.
Journeyman Framer/Drywall Hanger
Raymond Group
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Worked at Horton Plaza for Raymond
- Building elevator shaft walls, rooftop walls, exterior walls, elevated hard ceilings and decks
- Daily PTPs had to be filled out, revised and signed by crew members
- Daily inspections and list check off of equipment were mandatory before operation
- Laid off due to work slowing down
- Maintained a clean work environment by organizing materials and removing debris at the end of each day.
Stocker Scrapper and Apprentice Framer/Drywall Hanger
Standard Drywall Inc
01.2015 - 08.2020
- Work duties were stocking and scrapping material, housekeeping, helping apprentices and journeyman, contain dust, move equipment, provide water, vacuum, drain flooded areas, and etc
- Was indentured into the apprenticeship in August of 2015, Completed and became Journeyman in 2020
- Maintained a clean worksite, promoting productivity and reducing potential hazards throughout the construction process.
- Assisted in training new apprentices, sharing knowledge of carpentry techniques and best practices within the union community.
- Improved material usage by accurately estimating quantities needed for various carpentry tasks.
- Enhanced team collaboration by actively participating in meetings, sharing ideas, and providing constructive feedback on project processes.
Journeyman and Apprentice Framer/Drywall Hanger
BNBuilders
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Experiences at BNBuilders were job site safety, framing light gauge steel, layout of dimensions, carpentry, hanging drywall, installing beams and acoustical ceilings
- Worked for BNBuilders twice throughout 2018-2020
- Demonstrated eagerness to learn by asking questions and seeking clarification when necessary.
- Worked under guidance of experienced professionals to learn trade best practices and techniques.
- Demonstrated versatility in carpentry techniques, working proficiently with both hand tools and power tools to achieve desired results.
Field Manager, Water Damage Technician, Mold Remediation
Cutting Edge Construction and Restoration
01.2011 - 01.2012
- Work duties were writing out scopes of work, filling out insurance claims, report progress of work, communicating with insurance agents, customers and landlords, Microsoft word, maintain visuals on equipment, drive and maintain company truck, water damage, mold remediation, pack outs, build retaining walls, track and keep data on dehumidifier, air scrubber, and fans
- Streamlined project management processes, utilizing software tools for enhanced organization and communication.
- Maintained client relationships by addressing concerns and ensuring successful project completion.
- Expanded service offerings through ongoing professional development, staying up-to-date on industry trends and certifications.
Cart Attendant/Pro Shop
Diamond Valley Golf Club
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Work duties as a cart attendant were to charge carts, clean and maintain carts, pick and super pick the range, wash range balls, restock range ball machine, collect and restock baskets, clean out ball washer water, take out trash, maintain restrooms, tow carts, line up carts for shotgun starts and tournaments, detail carts weekly, provide exceptional customer service
- Work duties working in pro shop were answering phone calls, answering questions, providing customers with convenient tee times, support GM with planning of tournaments and events, collecting green fees and organizing efficient starts to provoke slow play
Education
High School -
Stephan Watts Kearny High School
SD, Ca01.2004
Journeyman Drywall Lather Certification -
Palomar College
SD, Ca01.2020
Journeyman Drywall Lather -
Southwest Carpenters Training Center
01.2020
Skills
- Efficient Knowledge Absorption
- Diligent Work Ethic
- Effective Patient Communication
- Conceptual Understanding
- Customer Engagement
- Golf Equipment Repair
- Safety requirements
- Drywall installation
- CPR/First Aid certified
- Framing expertise
- OSHA certification
- Multitasking and organization
- Layout planning
- Blueprint reading
- Quality control
Certification
- Fall Protection Certification - Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
- Framing Inspection Certification from International Code Council (ICC)- IC
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Street Light Technician
Southwest Signal Service
08.2022 - 02.2024
Repair Technician
Golf Mart San Diego/Repair Shop
03.2022 - 09.2022
Journeyman Framer/Drywall Hanger
Raymond Group
01.2021 - 01.2022
Journeyman and Apprentice Framer/Drywall Hanger
BNBuilders
01.2018 - 01.2020
Union Carpenter
Johnson, Finch and McClure Construction
03.2016 - 02.2025
Stocker Scrapper and Apprentice Framer/Drywall Hanger
Standard Drywall Inc
01.2015 - 08.2020
Field Manager, Water Damage Technician, Mold Remediation
Cutting Edge Construction and Restoration
01.2011 - 01.2012
Cart Attendant/Pro Shop
Diamond Valley Golf Club
01.2005 - 01.2007
Journeyman Drywall Lather Certification -
Palomar College
Journeyman Drywall Lather -
Southwest Carpenters Training Center
High School -
Stephan Watts Kearny High School
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