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Taylor Swarz

Whitby,ON

Summary

Hardworking Mason knowledgeable about preparing surfaces, completing high-quality work and achieving professional finish on each job. Self-motivated and organized worker consistently completes jobs accurately, efficiently and with no supervision.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Stone Mason/Foreman

Astonia
04.2013 - 06.2018
  • Operated drills, paving breakers, and powered abrasive saws to cut or demolish bricks and concrete.
  • Followed blueprints or drawings to lay blocks and bricks in correct arrangement.
  • Operated equipment such as forklifts to move bricks and supplies.
  • Read work orders and design drawings to determine work requirements and sequence of tasks.
  • Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
  • Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
  • Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
  • Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
  • Created and implemented plans to maximize efficiency of workers.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients and other stakeholders.
  • Sourced suppliers and purchased necessary materials for work.
  • Documented construction and extraction workers' hours, wages and other pertinent information.
  • Administered disciplinary actions to workers violating safety regulations and company policies.

Lead Hand

Harry Campstra
04.2012 - 10.2012
  • Communicated with management and team members to resolve obstacles and complete Stone Work projects.
  • Maintained updated knowledge of company policies and trained employees on rules and procedures regularly.
  • Adhered to industry safety protocols and enforced team member compliance.
  • Operated moving truck safely to deliver items to destination without nicks or scratches.

Landscape Construction Laborer-Lead Hand

Natures Reflection
04.2007 - 08.2011
  • Edged and mowed lawns, flowerbeds and landscape features.
  • Transferred materials to designated areas using hand trucks, electric carts, and wheelbarrows.
  • Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications.

Salesman

West 49
09.2004 - 01.2006
  • #1 Sales in A-volume store across Canada in my second winter season
  • Used consultative sales techniques to understand customer needs and recommend relevant products and services.
  • Showcased product features to customers and discussed technical details to overcome objections and lock in sales.
  • Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service delivery.
  • Developed and implemented sales strategies to increase profits.

Education

No Degree - Landscape Construction/Management

Natures Reflection
Brooklin, ON
11.2010

Skills

  • Quality Control Analysis
  • Blueprint Reading Abilities
  • Operation Monitoring
  • Inventory Control
  • Team Oversight
  • Risk Management
  • Hand and Power Tool Operation
  • Procedure Planning
  • Employee Training
  • Precise Mechanical Control
  • Basic Mathematics
  • Heavy Equipment Operations

Accomplishments

  • Achieved Unilock Project of the Year by completing beautiful pool and patio with full yard landcape with accuracy and efficiency.

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Stone Mason/Foreman

Astonia
04.2013 - 06.2018

Lead Hand

Harry Campstra
04.2012 - 10.2012

Landscape Construction Laborer-Lead Hand

Natures Reflection
04.2007 - 08.2011

Salesman

West 49
09.2004 - 01.2006

No Degree - Landscape Construction/Management

Natures Reflection
Taylor Swarz