Jacob Schmitt
Mount Gambier,SA
Summary
Reliable bricklayer with hands-on experience in site preparation and brick installation. Proficient in using hand tools and interpreting blueprints to ensure project specifications are met. Ready to contribute to team success in challenging environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Bricklayer/Concrete Laborer
Self-employeed
Mount Gambier, SA
10.2025 - Current
- Constructed brick structures following industry standards and safety guidelines.
- Utilized trowels, levels, and masonry tools to ensure precision in installations.
- Mixed mortar and prepared work surfaces for optimal adhesion and durability.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to execute designs accurately.
- Collaborated with clients to determine project specifications and timelines.
- Maintained clean work areas to promote safety and efficiency on job sites.
- Assisted in training new workers on masonry techniques and best practices.
- Resolved construction challenges through problem-solving and adaptability skills.
- Worked safely on scaffolding and swing stages at various heights.
- Laid brick for block walls and adhered to local codes and project restrictions.
- Prepared work area using chalk lines, tapes, squares, and levels.
- Cut bricks and concrete using approved tools such as powered abrasive saws, paving breakers, drills, and hand tools.
- Continuously improved professional skills through ongoing education in industry trends, best practices, and new technologies related to masonry work.
- Examined existing brick buildings to gauge need for repairs.
- Maintained job site safety with strict adherence to OSHA regulations and proper use of personal protective equipment.
- Utilized common power and hand tools to complete each masonry project.
- Upheld company reputation for excellence through consistent adherence to high standards of workmanship and ethical conduct.
- Performed basic masonry tasks such as tuckpointing, caulking, grinding, and other required duties.
- Performed building foundation layout with proper use of measuring tools.
Bricklayer
Steve Jensen
Mount Gambier, SA
07.2025 - 10.2025
- Constructed walls and structures using bricks, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Mixed mortar to achieve optimal consistency for bricklaying tasks.
- Assisted in reading blueprints and project specifications for accurate execution.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure operational readiness and safety.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects within established timelines.
- Conducted site clean-up to uphold a safe working environment post-construction activities.
- Created holes for footings and tie rebar.
Bricklayer
Shaun Phillips
Mount Gambier, SA
02.2020 - 11.2023
- Adapted quickly to varying job site conditions and task requirements.
- Supported experienced bricklayers in complex installations, learning advanced techniques through hands-on experience.
- Enhanced project efficiency by diligently following architectural plans and specifications for bricklaying tasks.
- Ensured structural integrity by carefully laying bricks in a consistent and precise manner, according to industry standards.
- Installed brick and block structures according to blueprints and specifications.
- Assisted in mixing mortar and preparing work sites for construction activities.
Education
Trade
FCTA
Adelaide, SA01-2024
High School Diploma -
Grant High School
Mount Gambier, SA11-2021
Skills
- Brick cutting
- Scaffolding setup
- Site preparation
- Brick pointing
- Hand tool proficiency
- OSHA safety standards
- Brick cleaning
- Block laying
- Wall construction
- Laser levels
- Stone cutting
- Retaining wall building
Timeline
Bricklayer/Concrete Laborer
Self-employeed
10.2025 - Current
Bricklayer
Steve Jensen
07.2025 - 10.2025
Bricklayer
Shaun Phillips
02.2020 - 11.2023
Trade
FCTA
High School Diploma -
Grant High School