Stephen Bornestig
North Vancouver
Summary
Started carpentry apprenticeship in June 2010 and worked in commercial concrete formwork until completion of apprenticeship in October 2014. Took time to work and travel abroad until starting my own business in 2017 as a sole proprietor sub contracting framing custom homes. Built half a dozen homes in between working union jobs over the last 8 years and also went into sales for 2 years to develop better communication and business understanding. Most recent work was with GDM Civil Ltd at the Parkland Oil and Gas Refinery working alongside civil construction crews to build large scale concrete formwork for tank and unit upgrades within the refinery.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Red Seal Journeyman Carpenter
Greystone Design and Management Civil Ltd.
08.2024 - 03.2025
- Worked with crew and management to identify scope of work to be completed as per drawings.
- Developed plans to maximise cost efficiency and timeliness of each task/project.
- Identified and managed any potential hazards that may arise during work process.
- completed all necessary Field Level Risk Assessment documentation prior to beginning work.
- Communicated with crew and management concerning work schedules to be completed in the coming days and weeks ahead.
- Trained apprentices and workers on proper work practices and procedures
Red Seal Journeyman Carpenter and Sub Contractor
Self Employed
06.2017 - 08.2024
- Worked with framing contractors building customs homes from foundation to lock up (windows and doors)
- assembled and installed formwork for footings and foundations including necessary block outs
- Cut and installed all wood framing of the home from basement walls up to roof sheeting as well as windows and doors
Red Seal Journeyman Carpenter
Burnaby School District
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Laid out, built, and installed wood frame walls as well and steel stud walls
- Installed insulation and drywall
- Installed interior doors and windows as well as casing and trim.
- Installed countertops and cabinets including all necessary caulking and painting
Red Seal Journeyman Carpenter
Spire Development
02.2022 - 12.2022
- Cut and assembled all necessary formwork for tilt up projects as per drawings.
- Installed embeds in tilt up walls
- Worked with large crane and rigging crews to stand tilt up walls and set them to desired heights and locations
- Completed projects in a safe, cost effective, and timely manner.
- Trained apprentices on proper work procedures
Red Seal Journeyman Carpenter
AFDE Site C
06.2019 - 02.2020
- Built and installed Doka form systems and gang panels for megalithic concrete structures at the intake portion of the dam.
- Worked with cranes and riggers to move loads and panels into place.
- Completed all Field Level Hazard Assessments prior to commencing work
- Trained apprentices and workers on proper assembly and installation of formwork and materials
Apprenctice/Journeyman Carpenter
Smith Brothers and Wilson
06.2013 - 09.2015
- Performed apprentice carpenter duties in the construction of commercial concrete projects.
- Built formwork for large and small scale commerical concrete buildings
- Gained 100+ hours operating a skid steer
- Gained 100+ hours operating a telehandler
- Became proficient in the operation of an oxy acetylene cutting torch
Apprentice Carpenter
Coquitlam Ridge Constuctors
11.2012 - 03.2013
- Worked on the construction of the highway 10 and 196th overpass
- Performed apprentice duties in the building and assembly of formwork for several of the bridge piers
- Assisted in concrete pours for several of the piers and the bridge deck
- Assisted in the installation and assembly of large steel beams in preparation building of bridge deck
Apprentice Carpenter
Stuart Olson Dominion Construction
06.2010 - 06.2012
- Started apprenticeship. Performed 1st and 2nd year carpenter duties
- Built and assembled formwork for commercial construction projects.
Education
Red Seal Journeyman Carpenter - Carpentry
British Columbia Institute of Technology
Burnaby10-2014
Skills
- Proficient in reading and understanding construction drawings and blueprints
- Knowledge and understanding of site prep and layout
- Skilled in planning and executing desired tasks and projects in a safe, cost effective, and timely manner
- Thorough knowledge and understanding of industry standard building materials, equipment, tools, and safety protocols and procedures
- Able to effectively communicate with management regarding desired work to be completed
Certification
- OFA First Aid level 2 Certification - April 2025
- Fall Protection Certification - April 2025
- MEWP Certification - April 2025
Timeline
Red Seal Journeyman Carpenter
Greystone Design and Management Civil Ltd.
08.2024 - 03.2025
Red Seal Journeyman Carpenter
Burnaby School District
06.2023 - 09.2023
Red Seal Journeyman Carpenter
Spire Development
02.2022 - 12.2022
Red Seal Journeyman Carpenter
AFDE Site C
06.2019 - 02.2020
Red Seal Journeyman Carpenter and Sub Contractor
Self Employed
06.2017 - 08.2024
Apprenctice/Journeyman Carpenter
Smith Brothers and Wilson
06.2013 - 09.2015
Apprentice Carpenter
Coquitlam Ridge Constuctors
11.2012 - 03.2013
Apprentice Carpenter
Stuart Olson Dominion Construction
06.2010 - 06.2012
Red Seal Journeyman Carpenter - Carpentry
British Columbia Institute of Technology
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