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Paul Rice

Darwin,NT

Summary

Over 40 years experience in construction

Lived in Darwin for 37 years

Worked remotely and in town

Bricklaying and steel fixing

I have had my own concreting business for over 20 years

Skilled Concretor with extensive experience in concrete finishing and project estimation, demonstrated across various projects with multiple employers. Expert in utilizing truss screeds and curing mats, ensuring surfaces meet exacting standards. Proven ability to lead teams in high-stakes environments, achieving project completion efficiently while maintaining a steadfast commitment to safety and quality.

Worked as a civil supervisor for a major Darwin company looking after their Defence projects.

I hold a Excavator, Skid steer and Integrated tool handler

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Concretor

Various
Humpty Doo, NT
01.1995 - Current
  • Operated various machines such as jackhammers, vibrators, pumps, power saws. to perform different tasks related to concreting work.
  • Participated in regular safety meetings conducted by supervisors.
  • Determined the amount of materials required for each job.
  • Protected surfaces from avoidable damages by using correct forming, bracing, preparation, and finishing techniques.
  • Constructed forms to create various concrete structures.
  • Inspected existing structures to identify any necessary repairs prior to pouring fresh concrete.
  • Worked with teammates to move steel forms.
  • Monitored wind, heat or cold throughout curing process.
  • Performed minor maintenance activities on equipment used at job sites.
  • Directed casting of concrete and supervised laborers using shovels or special tools to spread.
  • Assisted in the preparation of concrete mix designs based on customer specifications.
  • Resolved any issues that arose during the course of a project in an efficient manner.
  • Operated excavators and loaders to prepare site.
  • Inspected and maintained tools and equipment.
  • Dismantled forms using basic and advanced tools.
  • Shaped rounded edges on corners with edger tool and created grooves to control cracking.
  • Finished surfaces by troweling, floating and brushing following project requirements and specifications.
  • Created requested finishes and results using small gravel for pebble appearance and other techniques.
  • Repaired unsafe curbs, gutters, sidewalks, driveways and roadways.
  • Maintained safety of work areas by adhering to strict regulations.
  • Adhered strictly to safety protocols while performing all tasks related to concreting work.
  • Cleaned up the job site upon completion of each project.
  • Mixed and poured concrete according to standard ratios.
  • Applied sealers, coatings, and other finishes to protect newly poured concrete surfaces from weather damage.
  • Calculated concrete quantities needed for jobs.
  • Utilized power tools to cut and shape concrete as needed.
  • Removed rough or defective spots from concrete surfaces, using power grinder, or chisel and hammer.
  • Spread, leveled and smoothed concrete using rake or shovel.
  • Set concrete forms to desired pitch and depth and aligned.

Skills

  • Truss screeds
  • Curing mats
  • Leveling and screeding
  • Surface preparation
  • Concrete finishing
  • Project estimation

Timeline

Concretor

Various
01.1995 - Current

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