Walter Macdonald
Little Lorraine,NS
Summary
Ambitious worker with 30+ years experience. Skilled at taking on multiple projects at once. Experience with complete home construction, remodels and renovations; both residential and commercial. Focused on safety following protocols, using equipment and tools appropriately.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Carpenter
Belmor Construction
06.1993 - Current
- Demonstrate close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
- Follow established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Complete installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Plan and execute work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Have extensive knowledge and experience with both manual and power tools.
- Read and interpret blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
- Traveled to Germany educating a local company on the construction of log homes in 1998
- Cut, shape and install siding, roofing and framing to protect interior of properties from harsh weather conditions.
- Repair damaged doors, windows and other structures.
- Effectively use nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
- Climb scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
- Paint indoor areas such as hallways, bathrooms, and lobbies.
- Repairs using putty, wood filler, spackling, and caulks to prep uneven surfaces and fill in holes.
HISTORIC RESTORATION CRAFTSMAN
PARKS CANADA - FORTRESS OF LOUISBOURG
03.2001 - 10.2003
- Worked two seasonal terms between 2001 & 2003.
- Executed repairs and maintenance to historic buildings on site
- Cut materials according to specifications in preparation for installation.
- Maintained variety of hand tools, portable power tools and standard measuring instruments on daily job assignments.
- Inspected completed work for conformance with specifications and requirements and confirmed compliance with applicable building and safety regulations.
- Mixed mortar, plastic and grout according to standard formulas. Used trowels to apply grout during installation of brick and tile.
- Restored and repaired worn and damaged building components to support appearance, longevity and security.
Education
Certificate in Carpentry -
ADULT VOCATION TRAINING SCHOOL (NOW NSCC)
SYDNEY, NSSkills
- Log Home Construction
- Knowledge and operation of trimmers, chainsaws, lawnmowers for grounds maintenance
- Flooring Construction
- Form Systems Knowledge
- Roofing Expertise
- Drilling and Framing
- Deck and Walkway Construction
- Blueprint Reading
- Siding and Trim
- Stud Framing
Languages
English
Timeline
HISTORIC RESTORATION CRAFTSMAN
PARKS CANADA - FORTRESS OF LOUISBOURG
03.2001 - 10.2003
Carpenter
Belmor Construction
06.1993 - Current
Certificate in Carpentry -
ADULT VOCATION TRAINING SCHOOL (NOW NSCC)
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