Jonathon McCall
Aitkenvale
Summary
Dedicated Civil Laborer with extensive experience at Maidment Group, excelling in pipe installation and excavation techniques. Proven ability to enhance team collaboration and ensure safety compliance on-site. Skilled in operating heavy machinery and maintaining high-quality standards, consistently completing projects on time while fostering effective customer communication.
Proficient in preparing surfaces, applying plaster, and achieving smooth finishes. Skilled in both traditional plastering techniques and modern methods.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Civil Laborer
Maidment Group
Townsville
08.2024 - 03.2025
- Assisted in the excavation of trenches for pipe laying.
- Ensured proper alignment of pipes by shimming or packing material around them.
- Filled pipes with sand or resin to prevent distortion for proper installation.
- Backfilled excavated locations after completion of work to protect piping and prepare for final grading.
- Laid out and marked underground pipe routes to ensure accuracy of installation.
- Adhered to company equipment policies and safety procedures to avoid accidents and mishaps.
- Collaborated with team members in order to ensure successful completion of tasks.
- Measured distances between points to determine the length of pipe needed for a job.
- Connected pipes with fittings such as elbows, tees, couplings, valves and clamps.
- Verified that all safety protocols were followed while performing duties.
- Assessed pipes to ensure zero leakage and proper functionality.
- Completed projects within specified time frames while maintaining quality standards.
- Installed pipes using hand tools, power tools and heavy machinery.
- Followed written instructions, schematics and blueprints to lay out pipe in correct arrangements.
- Put in new fire hydrants, gate valves and fire lines to support city requirements.
- Located underground utilities in preparation for digging and marked locations to prevent damage.
- Handled assembly and installation of underground piping, fittings and valves for storm drains and water mains.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
- Reported any issues with equipment immediately to maintenance personnel for repair.
- Identified potentially hazardous or unacceptable materials at job site and coordinated proper disposal.
- Operated multiple roller machines simultaneously, ensuring smooth operation.
- Assisted in training new employees in operating roller machines safely and efficiently.
Civil Laborer
AWX
Townsville
04.2024 - 07.2024
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Installed sewer, water or storm drain pipes using pipe-laying machinery or laser guidance equipment.
- Loaded or unloaded building materials to distribute machinery or tools.
Laborer
Townsville Stone
Townsville
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Communicated with customers before starting work to inform of noise, obstructions or interruptions.
- Applied stains, sealer and curing agents to masonry.
- Restored old buildings by repairing existing stonework or replacing it with new material.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Civil Laborer
BMD Urban
Townsville
05.2021 - 11.2022
- Loaded or unloaded building materials to distribute machinery or tools.
- Cleaned or prepared construction sites to eliminate hazards.
- Performed site activities required of green-certified construction practices.
- Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
- Transported materials between job sites using company vehicles or trailers.
- Tended pumps, compressors or generators to provide power or heat or move materials.
- Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
- Controlled traffic passing near, in or around work zones.
- Laid down gravel beds for drainage systems in preparation for paving projects.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks using a variety of tools such as shovels and wheelbarrows.
- Measured, marked or recorded openings or distances to construction layout areas.
- Used picks and shovels to dig, spread and level dirt and gravel.
- Signaled equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement or adjustment of machinery.
- Met company and OSHA safety guidelines for work site operations to minimize worker risk.
- Marked out areas for excavation with chalk lines or spray paint according to plans provided by supervisors.
- Sorted and placed materials or items on racks, shelves or in bins to keep warehouse organized.
- Collaborated with team members to complete assigned tasks and meet tight deadlines.
- Cleaned up the job site after completion of each task.
- Learned and mastered skilled trade specialties under guidance of expert mentors.
- Utilized two-way radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators.
- Mixed, poured, and spread concrete, asphalt gravel, and other materials.
- Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
- Used hand tools such as hammers, saws, drills, levels, wrenches to construct foundations and other structures.
- Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.
Apprentice Plasterer
Wayne Luby Plastering
Townsville
10.2017 - 04.2021
- Ensured that all necessary tools were available before starting any job.
- Prepared surfaces for painting by patching holes, sanding rough spots, removing excess material, and cleaning up work areas.
- Operated boom lifts and scissor lifts to apply and products to walls.
- Installed metal corner beads to protect outside corners from damage.
- Communicated effectively with co-workers regarding progress made on projects throughout the day.
- Communicated with clients to convey estimated time, materials, and labor for desired project.
- Performed basic maintenance tasks on tools such as sharpening blades or replacing worn parts.
- Protected structures or surfaces near work areas to avoid damage or excess debris.
- Observed proper safety procedures when working with sharp objects such as knives and saws.
- Assisted customers in selecting appropriate types of finishes for their needs.
- Loaded and unloaded materials by lifting, pushing, and pulling heavy material loads.
- Used ladders safely while working at heights above ground level.
- Operated power and hand sanders to prepare surfaces for pasting.
- Cleaned up job sites after each project was completed.
- Inspected finished products to ensure that they meet quality standards.
- Operated power tools such as drills, grinders, sanders, routers safely, according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Repaired damaged walls by filling cracks with compound and smoothing them out with trowel or putty knife.
- Applied a variety of textures to surfaces using trowels and other tools.
- Loaded materials onto trucks for delivery to the job site.
- Mixed substances or compounds needed for each task.
- Inspected and machines to verify conformance to product specifications.
- Mixed mortar by operating mixing drills and tools.
- Measured, cut, and installed drywall sheets on walls and ceilings.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Completed routine maintenance and repair.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Worked effectively in team environments to make the workplace more productive.
Apprentice Plasterer
Clint Luby Plastering
Townsville
06.2017 - 09.2017
- Ensured that all necessary tools were available before starting any job.
- Installed guide wires on exterior surfaces of buildings to indicate plaster or stucco thickness.
- Prepared surfaces for painting by patching holes, sanding rough spots, removing excess material, and cleaning up work areas.
Laborer
Wayne Luby Plastering
Townsville
05.2016 - 06.2017
- Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
- Assisted experienced plasterers with surface preparation, mixing, and applying plaster.
- Learned and practiced various plastering techniques, including hand-troweling and machine-applied finishes.
- Ensured that all necessary tools were available before starting any job.
- Prepared surfaces for painting by patching holes, sanding rough spots, removing excess material, and cleaning up work areas.
- Communicated effectively with co-workers regarding progress made on projects throughout the day.
- Completed range of projects such as ornamental and flat plaster applications.
- Assisted customers in selecting appropriate types of finishes for their needs.
- Loaded and unloaded materials by lifting, pushing, and pulling heavy material loads.
- Used ladders safely while working at heights above ground level.
- Operated power and hand sanders to prepare surfaces for pasting.
- Cleaned up job sites after each project was completed.
- Inspected finished products to ensure that they meet quality standards.
- Operated power tools such as drills, grinders, sanders, routers safely, according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Repaired damaged walls by filling cracks with compound and smoothing them out with trowel or putty knife.
- Provided support to senior plasterers on larger projects.
- Applied a variety of textures to surfaces using trowels and other tools.
- Loaded materials onto trucks for delivery to the job site.
- Measured, cut, and installed drywall sheets on walls and ceilings.
Education
High School Diploma -
Kirwan State High School
Townsville 11-2014
Skills
- Pipe installation
- Excavation techniques
- Safety compliance
- Equipment operation
- Surface preparation
- Plaster application
- Tool maintenance
- Material mixing
- Customer communication
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Scaffold setup
- Corner beading
- Joint taping
- Plaster finishing
- Ceiling repair
- Drywall installation
- Worksite safety
- Skimming techniques
- Trowel techniques
- Joint taping and finishing
- Finish coat experience
- Vibratory roller use
- Static roller techniques
- Smooth drum operation
- Environmental awareness
- Grade checking
- Machine operation
- Heavy lifting
- Construction background
- Site prep
- Valid Driver's license
Languages
English
First Language
Certification
- White Card
- Driver’s License
Timeline
Civil Laborer
Maidment Group
08.2024 - 03.2025
Civil Laborer
AWX
04.2024 - 07.2024
Laborer
Townsville Stone
03.2023 - 03.2024
Civil Laborer
BMD Urban
05.2021 - 11.2022
Apprentice Plasterer
Wayne Luby Plastering
10.2017 - 04.2021
Apprentice Plasterer
Clint Luby Plastering
06.2017 - 09.2017
Laborer
Wayne Luby Plastering
05.2016 - 06.2017
High School Diploma -
Kirwan State High School