Mike Harrington
Ottawa,ON
Summary
Professional carpenter with proven track record in leading and executing high-quality construction projects. Adept at collaborating with diverse teams to achieve outstanding results while adapting to changing project demands. Skilled in blueprint interpretation, precision cutting, framing, and finishing and ensuring adherence to safety protocols. Known for reliability, strong work ethic, and ability to deliver exceptional craftsmanship. Developed strong project management and team leadership skills in collaborative construction management. Seeking to leverage transferrable skills in new field, bringing focus on quality and efficiency.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Carpenter
Lumen Homes
10.2022 - 07.2024
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Residential homes, additions and sunrooms.
- Conducted thorough final inspections of completed projects to assure adherence to specifications and industry standards.
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient project management strategies and prioritizing tasks.
- Optimized workflow by assigning tasks based on individual skills, ultimately enhancing overall team performance.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and referrals from satisfied customers.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Increased client satisfaction through consistent delivery of high-quality workmanship and attention to detail.
- Maintained clean work sites, minimizing disruptions to surrounding areas during construction projects.
- Identified opportunities for continuous improvement in construction methods, leading to increased profitability for the company.
- Mentored junior carpenters, providing guidance on best practices and improving their skill sets.
- Kept team members safe and job sites free of hazards by maintaining good organizational skills.
Carpenter/ Lead Carpenter
Urban City Kitchen & Bath
05.2018 - 09.2022
- Delivered custom-built solutions tailored to client needs by leveraging advanced carpentry skills in various construction techniques.
- Established a strong foundation for future success by upholding the highest standards in workmanship, safety, and client satisfaction.
- Collaborated with architects and designers to ensure accurate execution of blueprints and specifications.
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
- Facilitated harmonious working relationships with crew members to prevent problems and conflicts.
- Assembled and installed furniture and cabinetry.
- Built and hung custom doors and frames.
- Managed inventory of tools, supplies and equipment.
Framer
Mazzerolle Builders
08.2015 - 02.2018
- Maintained a clean work environment by organizing materials and removing debris at the end of each day.
- Accurately and safely installed wall, roof and floor structures according to blueprints, customer requests, and available inventories.
- Enhanced overall project efficiency by accurately measuring and cutting materials for framing projects.
- Cut and joined wood, using precise measurements and proper techniques to create frames of different sizes
- Demonstrated versatility in framing skills by adapting to various project requirements, including residential homes, commercial buildings, and custom projects.
- Reduced material waste by optimizing usage of lumber, drywall, and metal studs in various framing projects.
- Ensured exceptional precision in layout work using levels, squares, plumb bobs, chalk lines, resulting in perfectly aligned structures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Southern Victoria High School
New Brunswick 06.2015
Skills
- Framing techniques
- Power tools operation
- Demolition work
- Window & Door installation
- Exceptional finish carpentry
- Residential construction
- Layout planning
- Blueprint interpretation
- Construction estimating
- Hardwood, laminate and tile installation
- Painting and finishing
- Siding installation
- Staircase construction
- Electrical basics
- Plumbing basics
- Custom millwork
- Heavy equipment operation
- Subcontractor coordination
- Material ordering
- Building codes compliance
- Safety guidelines adherence
- Deck building
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Fall Protection Certification
- WHIMIS 2015
- Forklift Operator Safety
- Hazard Recognition
- Ladder Safety
- Health And Safety Awareness For Workers
- Indoor & Outdoor Crane Safety
- Mobile Elevating Work Platforms
- Confined Space Entry/Monitor
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Workplace Violence & Harassment
Timeline
Lead Carpenter
Lumen Homes
10.2022 - 07.2024
Carpenter/ Lead Carpenter
Urban City Kitchen & Bath
05.2018 - 09.2022
Framer
Mazzerolle Builders
08.2015 - 02.2018
High School Diploma -
Southern Victoria High School
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