Gus Goodman
Richmond
Summary
Versatile carpenter with several years of experience on various construction sites, including several new home developments. Completes tasks on time and with little guidance. Successful at guaranteeing client satisfaction through meticulous and long-lasting work.
Professional with keen attention to detail and design. Recognizes customer service as valuable tool to deliver overall quality and satisfaction. Committed to fulfilling all customer expectations through careful adherence to design plans and requests.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Carpenter
W.E. French
Midlothian
03.2006 - Current
- Supervised a team of carpenters to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Troubleshot problems related to construction techniques or materials used in carpentry projects.
- Organized resources effectively to complete multiple projects simultaneously with minimal delays.
- Monitored progress against established timelines and budgets for all carpentry assignments.
- Investigated customer complaints regarding quality assurance issues for carpentry services provided.
- Coordinated with subcontractors, suppliers, vendors, and clients as necessary.
- Performed finish work such as trimming doors, windows, installing countertops, cabinetry.
- Implemented new processes or methods for more efficient execution of carpentry operations.
- Planned ahead for future needs by assessing available materials and ordering additional supplies as needed.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on power tools and other equipment used by the carpentry team.
- Managed inventory levels of supplies required for successful completion of projects.
- Installed building windows, trim and cabinetry alone or with assistants to meet job deadlines.
- Met with customers to help design custom entertainment centers, china cabinets, mantels and kitchen cabinets for residential homes.
- Shaped materials to exact measurements for job requirements with hand tools and power equipment.
- Repaired or replaced damaged or defective parts using power tools and equipment.
- Shaped or cut materials to proper measurements using hand tools, machines or power saws.
- Studied blueprints, sketches or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
- Prioritized work, keeping carpentry jobs on task and within budget.
- Applied design-specific wood and composite trim according to architectural plans and neighborhood regulations.
- Examined buildings and project specifications to determine measurements.
- Measured, cut, and installed staircase spindles.
- Cut and installed tile and hardwood flooring for residential and commercial buildings.
- Applied acoustic paneling to ceilings and walls to adjust sound absorption and rebound within rooms.
- Led apprentices and trainees in building construction and renovation.
- Cut timber, panels and other wooden materials according to measured dimensions.
- Laid and stained oak casings and hardwood floors.
- Performed various carpentry duties, including both rough and finish carpentry.
- Used band, circular and compound miter saws.
- Positioned and installed floor joists, trusses and rafters.
- Contracted and collaborated with specialty sub-contractors for special trade jobs or installations.
- Procured and completed required permit approvals prior to starting projects.
- Installed cabinets, base cabinets and crown molding.
- Used various carpenter's hand tools, portable power tools and standard measuring instruments.
- Conducted inspections, diagnosed problems, took measurements and made necessary adjustments to complete projects according to specifications.
- Worked independently on projects and tasks within carpentry team.
- Reviewed jobsite needs with foreman and coordinated construction.
- Utilized various tools, equipment, materials and forming systems to complete construction tasks.
- Communicated with teammates and supervisors frequently to understand requirements and complete projects on time.
- Took accurate measurements to calculate size and amount of materials needed for project completion.
- Maintained clean and organized workplace to optimize performance, efficiency and safety.
- Consistently constructed square and level projects.
- Removed damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repaired or replaced using hand tools.
- Verified trueness of construction using plumb and level.
- Inspected tiles, wall coverings or woodwork for breakage or damage.
- Bore boltholes in wood, masonry or concrete using electric or pneumatic drill.
- Coordinated with subcontractors to work specialty areas, heating or electrical wiring work.
- Installed windows, flooring, or trim using hand or power tools.
- Anchored and braced forms and other structures in place using nails, bolts, anchor rods, steel cables, planks, wedges and timbers.
- Measured and marked cut lines on materials using ruler or marking gauge.
- Covered subfloors with building paper and lay hardwood or parquet floors by nailing to subfloor or cementing to mastic base.
- Fashioned frameworks or props using hand tools and wood screws, nails or glue.
- Maintained records and documented actions for progress reports.
- Roughed in door and window frames or subflooring in structures undergoing construction or repair.
- Erected scaffolding to assemble above-ground structures.
- Studied blueprints or building plans to prepare layout and materials required.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Network And System Administration
ECPI University
Richmond, VaSkills
- Project management
- Blueprint reading
- Material estimation
- Construction safety
- Time management
- Quality control
- Problem solving
- Customer service
- Conflict resolution
- Effective communication
- Cost analysis
- Risk assessment
- Demolition
- Hand tools proficiency
- Staircase construction
- Tile installation
- Subcontractor coordination
- Drywall installation
- Window installation
- Blueprint interpretation
- Custom millwork
- Siding installation
- Door installation
- Demolition work
- Electrical basics
- Scaffold setup
- Deck building
- Commercial construction experience
- Weatherproofing techniques
- Painting and finishing
- Drywalling
- Heavy equipment operation
- Cabinet making
- Insulation installation
- Material ordering
- Residential construction
- Framing techniques
- Flooring installation
- Flooring construction
- Finish carpentry
- Plumbing basics
- Safety guidelines adherence
- Roofing installation
Timeline
Lead Carpenter
W.E. French
03.2006 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - Network And System Administration
ECPI University