Richard Monette
Richmond,BC
Summary
Physically capable and experienced professional seeking a challenging position in windows and door installations, forklift operation, electrical or exterior/interior renovations. Known for competence, intelligence, and a no-nonsense approach to tasks.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Exterior Renovation Contrctor
Self Contractor
02.2014 - 09.2023
- Improved project efficiency by streamlining communication channels and optimizing resource allocation.
- Established long-term relationships with clients, resulting in increased repeat business.
- Delivered high-quality work on time and within budget, earning positive feedback from clients.
- Enhanced project efficiency by coordinating with team members and managing resources effectively.
- Completed construction projects on time by adhering to strict deadlines and prioritizing tasks appropriately.
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
- Assisted with successful, time-sensitive renovations of various structures.
- Worked with contractors and other tradespeople to meet project specifications and deadlines.
- Installed drywall, siding and other structural components.
- Operated heavy machinery efficiently, ensuring timely progress on construction projects while minimizing risk of accidents or damage.
- Mentored junior team members, providing guidance on construction methods and techniques to improve their skillsets over time.
- Exhibited exceptional problem-solving abilities under pressure by employing critical thinking skills to overcome complex challenges on job sites.
Forklift Operator
Euro Asia
02.2010 - 01.2015
- Operated sit-down counterbalance and reach trucks
- Responsible for loading and unloading product in an industrial setting from trucks, containers, railcars
and barge such as plywood, bags of copper cement, fish, and various other things like heavy equipment
and out of gauge items and also receiving of containers as they arrived using a container stacker or large
forklift (35K) experienced “stuffing" lumber containers for export - Experienced with all classes of Forklift, Raymond reach truck, container stacker and other various
machinery - Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Reduced loading times for shipping trucks by efficiently organizing and staging pallets.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by accurately picking orders from storage areas.
- Assisted in training new employees on safe forklift operation, contributing to a stronger workforce.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
Skills
- Safety knowledge
- Construction management
- Residential construction
- Project Oversight
- Drywall Installation
- Commercial construction experience
- Electrical knowledge
- Construction Estimating
- Window Installation
- Door installation
- Heavy Lifting
- Power Tools Proficiency
- Glass installation
- Basic electrical knowledge
- Power tool proficiency
- Interior Trimming
- Commercial Installation
- Drywalling
- Project Planning
Timeline
Exterior Renovation Contrctor
Self Contractor
02.2014 - 09.2023
Forklift Operator
Euro Asia
02.2010 - 01.2015
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