Matt Walton
Pefferlaw,ON
Summary
As a foreman, I hold a crucial leadership position in the construction or manufacturing industry. My role involves overseeing and coordinating the work of a team of workers to ensure that projects are completed efficiently, safely, and within specified timelines. Key responsibilities may include managing personnel, assigning tasks, monitoring progress, and ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards. Effective communication and problem-solving skills are essential in my role, as I navigate the challenges of the worksite and collaborate with both my team and higher-level management. Overall, my position as a foreman likely requires a combination of technical expertise, leadership abilities, and a commitment to achieving project goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Foreman
Illuminations Lighting
10.2018 - 01.2023
- 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.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Monitored usage of supplies and materials to establish cost effective operations.
- Scheduled job assignments for staff to monitor progress and performance.
- Evaluated incoming materials for quality and amounts ordered.
- Addressed issues with employees and customers to manage healthy conflict resolutions.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Sourced suppliers and purchased necessary materials for work.
- Assisted in recruiting and hiring new construction and extraction workers.
- I was hands on in every project. The installation and removal of the lights, the configurations for more specific jobs.
- I completed landscape lighting projects solo unless I was required to train.
Sub Contractor
Trudel & Sons Roofing
05.2014 - 11.2018
- Precisely cut strips of flashing to fit angles formed by walls, vents, and intersecting roof surfaces.
- Managed inventory of roofing supplies and materials.
- Inspected buildings to inspect for water damage, worn out flashing and other signs of roof damage.
- Assisted in removal of old roofing materials and debris to prepare for application of new roofing.
- Installed high-quality roofing systems, paying careful attention to hazards and other safety concerns.
- Performed patching and resealing of roofs to provide maintenance, repairs and protection.
- Installed chimney flashing, wall and counter flashing, flat roof coping and metal canopies.
- Installed asphalt shingles and metal roofing systems to manage exterior construction projects of residential, commercial and industrial buildings.
Education
High School Diploma -
Stouffville District Secondary School
Stouffville06.2018
Skills
- Crew Leadership
- Resource Allocation
- Construction Vehicles Operation
- Worksite Safety
- Project Leadership
- Residential Construction
- Employee Training
- Job Planning
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Cost Estimation
- Construction Management
- Wood and Metal Framing
- Attention to Detail
- Quality Control
- Metal Roofing
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Foreman
Illuminations Lighting
10.2018 - 01.2023
Sub Contractor
Trudel & Sons Roofing
05.2014 - 11.2018
High School Diploma -
Stouffville District Secondary School
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