NATHAN EVANS
Adelaide,Australia
Summary
Talented individual with experience in the construction industry. Adept in forming, pouring and finishing concrete structures. Reliable, detail-oriented and safety conscious with the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Proven ability to meet tight deadlines and ensures the highest quality of workmanship. Hardworking, highly motivated professional eager to lend combined knowledge and skills to enhance business performance. Operates well in both individual and team capacities, leveraging seasoned work ethic to quickly adapt to different processes and drive company objectives. Resourceful and results-driven with a passion for growth and efficiency to meet company needs and increase service value. Seeking to utilize excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills to complete tasks. Reliable with a good work ethic and the ability to quickly adapt to new tasks and environments. Hard worker experienced in problem-solving, service and time management. Aiming to leverage my abilities to successfully fill the [Job Title] role at your company.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Concreter
NATHAN EVANS, Landscaper Classy Yards And Landscaping
Adelaide, SA
01.2018 - 06.2022
- Talented individual with experience in the construction industry
- Adept in forming, pouring and finishing concrete structures
- Reliable, detail- oriented and safety conscious with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Proven ability to meet tight deadlines and ensures the highest quality of workmanship
- Hardworking, highly motivated professional eager to lend combined knowledge and skills to enhance business performance
- Operates well in both individual and team capacities, leveraging seasoned work ethic to quickly adapt to different processes and drive company objectives
- Resourceful and results- driven with a passion for growth and efficiency to meet company needs and increase service value
- Seeking to utilize excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills to complete tasks
- Reliable with a good work ethic and the ability to quickly adapt to new tasks and environments
- Hard worker experienced in problem- solving, service and time management
- Aiming to leverage my abilities to successfully fill the [Job
- Title] role at your company
- Inspected finished product upon completion ensuring that all measurements were correct before allowing it to dry
- Mixed mortar in batches large enough for entire sections at once so that there was no interruption in workflow
- Kept detailed records tracking progress made on each project along with notes concerning any issues encountered during this time period
- Performed layout of footings, walls, slabs, columns and other forms with accurate measurements
- Utilized laser levels to ensure accuracy when laying out foundations or flat work
- Engaged in ongoing training sessions updating skillset regularly learning new techniques used in modern-day construction sites
- Efficiently managed a team of laborers throughout the duration of each job site working together collaboratively towards common goals
- Applied knowledge of safety regulations when operating power equipment including jackhammers, drills and saws
- Demonstrated ability to read blueprints and properly calculate material requirements for each project
- Adhered strictly to OSHA guidelines regarding proper use of protective gear such as hard hats, gloves, goggles
- Monitored curing process making sure temperature remained consistent while also checking moisture levels periodically
- Scraped away excess concrete from finished surfaces which had hardened without affecting the overall shape or design
- Resolved any issues that arose during the course of a project by communicating effectively with supervisors or other tradesmen
- Built molds using wooden boards or metal frames to pour concrete into different shapes and sizes
- Smoothed and leveled concrete with power trowel or rake.
- Repaired damaged concrete surfaces and filled cracks and other defects.
- Identified and resolved problems related to concrete finishes.
- Aligned forms for sidewalks, curbs or gutters with saws or expansion joints
- Mixed cement, sand and water to produce concrete or grout.
- Signaled operators to facilitate alignment and movement of materials.
- Molded expansion joints and edges with jointers and straightedge.
- Created decorative patterns and textures on concrete surfaces.
- Cut metal division strips and pressed into terrazzo base to form desired design or pattern
- Spread, leveled and smoothed concrete, using rake, shovel, hand or power trowel, hand, or power screed, and float
- Set forms that held concrete to desired pitch and depth and aligned them
- Cut out damaged areas, drilled holes for reinforcing rods, and positioned reinforcing rods to repair concrete, using power saw, and drill
- Mixed cement, sand and water to produce concrete, grout, and slurry.
- Positioned truck to facilitate pouring concrete and move chute to direct concrete on forms
- Installed anchor bolts, steel plates, door sills, and other fixtures in freshly poured concrete and pattern and stamped surface to provide decorative finish
- Produced rough concrete surface, using broom.
- Wet concrete surface, and rubbed with stone to smooth surface and obtain specified finish
- Built wooden molds and clamp molds around area to be repaired, using hand tools
- Chipped, scraped and ground high spots, ridges, and rough projections to finish concrete, using pneumatic chisels, power grinders, or hand tools
- Prepared for bonding, fill holes, and cracks with grout and slurry and smoothed, using trowel
- Applied hardening and sealing compounds to cure surface of concrete and waterproof and restore surface
- Directed casting of concrete and supervised laborers with shovels or special tools for spreading
- Fabricated concrete beams, columns and panels.
- Monitored how wind, heat, and cold affected curing of concrete throughout entire process
- Waterproofed or restored concrete surfaces, using appropriate compounds
- Applied muriatic acid to clean surface, and rinsed with water.
- Cleaned chipped area and inspected surface to determine finish.
- Pushed roller over surface to embed chips in surface.
- Polished surface, using polishing or surfacing machine.
- Sprinkled colored marble or stone chips, powdered steel, or coloring powder over surface to produce prescribed finish
- Cut metal division strips, and pressed into terrazzo base to form desired design or pattern
- Spread roofing paper on surface of foundation, and spread concrete onto roofing paper with trowel to form terrazzo base.
Landscapeing Classy Yards And Landscaping, Adelaide Produce Market
Adelaide, SA
01.2018 - 06.2022
- Operated a variety of equipment including mowers, tractors, edgers, blowers, trimmers, hedge clippers, aerators and sprayers
- Shoveled, spread, and leveled soil, gravel, and stones.
- Utilized power mowers, tillers, and trimmers to maintain landscaping.
- Cared for established lawns by mulching, aerating, and weeding.
- Used shears, pruners, or chain saws to prune and trim trees and shrubs.
- Effectively managed large-scale landscaping projects, ensuring quality results and customer satisfaction
- Mowed and edged lawns, using power mowers, and edgers.
- Advised customers on plant selection and care.
- Safety officer / security guard
08.2016 - 03.2018
- Worked with coworkers to complete tasks.
- Responded quickly to meet customer needs and resolve problems.
- Committed to delivering excellent customer service while working in a fast-paced environment
- Focused on learning new skills and staying updated with industry changes
- Provided efficient and courteous service to customers at all times.
- Identified ways to improve efficiency in operations and implemented process changes
- Performed routine and scheduled maintenance services.
- Performed general maintenance and repair.
- Developed departmental objectives, budgets, policies, procedures and strategies.
Education
Certification 3 - Building & Constraction
Gillis plains TAFE
Adelaide, SA11.2010
Thomas More College -
Thomas More College
Adelaide, SA12.2009
Skills
- Concrete finishing
- Hand troweling
- Leveling and screeding
- Slab pouring
Certification
- First Aid, HLTAID011 - Provide First Aid, HLTAID010 - Provide Basic Emergency Life-Support, HLTAID009 - Provide Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
- Entering a Confined Space with BA, MSMPER200 - Work in accordance with an issued permit, MSMPER205 - Entering in a confined space, MSMWHS216 - Operating a breathing apparatus, MSMWHS217 - Gas test atmosphere
- Working at Heights, R11WHS204E
- Cert 3 in Building and Construction
- White Card, CPCWHS1001
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Concreter
NATHAN EVANS, Landscaper Classy Yards And Landscaping
01.2018 - 06.2022
Landscapeing Classy Yards And Landscaping, Adelaide Produce Market
01.2018 - 06.2022
08.2016 - 03.2018
Certification 3 - Building & Constraction
Gillis plains TAFE
Thomas More College -
Thomas More College