Vivek Vijayakumar

• Did metal roofing, ash fault, insulation, blowing insulation siding, flooring, windows and door installation, framing, drywall etc.
• Maintained and serviced all hand tools and power tools.
• Was driving company trucks and other vehicles. Maintained and serviced the vehicles on time.
• Gave supervision and instructions to my colleagues using my skills and experiences in the field while working in a hazardous environment.
• Handled the materials and supplied it to the sites accordingly.
• Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
• Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
• Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.

• Worked as commercial truck driver and excavator operator.
• Operated different types of machines like skid steers, JCB - CAT, Kubota, Hyundai excavators and backhaul, farm tractors, lawn movers, wood splitters, quad bikes, etc.
• Operated a variety of trucks and trailers, including class 3 vehicles, boom trucks, dump trailers, and flatbed trailers.
• Conducted regular maintenance and servicing of trucks and machinery.
• Replaced and installed tires, including those for class 3 vehicles.
• Performed snow plowing during the wintertime.
• Provided tree services utilizing boom trucks and power tools such as chainsaws, pull saws, and bucket saws.
• Performed maintenance and servicing of these Power tools and Hand tools.
• Performed automotive welding, sanding, and painting.
• Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
• Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
• Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
• Adapted quickly to changing weather conditions while maintaining productivity levels in challenging environments.

• Planted more than a half million trees across Cape Breton Island and Newfoundland in extreme conditions.
• Supervised and trained more than 100 new employees.
• Performed delivery of trees to the site using trucks, trailers, 8-wheel Argo, ATVs, etc.
• Camped inside the woods for months, ensuring the safety of fellow rookies.
• Maintained and serviced the equipments on time.
• Exceeded company expectations in terms of total trees planted per day while maintaining high standards for accuracy and quality.
• Collaborated effectively with other crew members on larger-scale projects involving teamwork and coordination between multiple teams or departments.
• Facilitated the proper disposal of waste materials and debris from planting sites, ensuring a clean and environmentally friendly work environment.
• Assisted in meeting project deadlines through diligent work habits and adapting quickly to changing weather conditions or terrain challenges.

• Completed over 300 metal roofing projects across the province, along with expertise in aluminum fabrication, glasswork, doors and windows, PVC ceilings, advertising projects, flex signboards, LED letter signboards, and more.
• Structural Welding and Framework using GI pipes.
• Owned and operated trucks and equipment.
• Managed a team of 8 permanent employees and over 15 temporary staff.
• Trained apprentices in the skills necessary for successful metal roofing installation, fostering a skilled workforce within the company.
• Maintained high-quality workmanship by diligently inspecting completed installations for proper alignment, fastening, and sealing.
• Collaborated effectively with general contractors to ensure seamless integration of metal roofing systems into overall building designs.

• Specialized in construction, renovations, tree services, roofing, aluminum fabrication, truck driving, mechanical work, and advertisement projects.
• The companies I worked with during this period include:

- TRC Latex Ltd. Thampalakkad, India.

- Sticker House, Ponkunnam, India

- Sticker House, Pala, India.

- Sign House, Pala, India

- Car World, Pala, India

• Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a high level of attention to detail and organization.
• Negotiated contracts with both clients and vendors effectively, ensuring mutually-beneficial terms were agreed upon.
• Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering high-quality work within deadlines.
• Strengthened client relationships with consistent communication and timely project updates.
• Trained new team members to apply best coding best practices and proper use of development tools.