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Vincent Andrew-Toia

Minto/Sydney

Summary

Dependable professional with excellent time management, equipment operation and teamwork abilities. Knowledgeable about OSHA requirements and general safety practices. Driven to improve efficiency and quality by adhering to company procedures.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Level Hand/machine Operator/truck Driver

DM Roads
08.2023 - Current
  • Directed traffic around site locations using appropriate signage and team communication.
  • Second in charge team leader
  • Measured out jobs and calculated materials needed.
  • Used pavers, rollers and tamping machines to lay asphalt on roads, bridges and parking lots.
  • Transported, organized and fetched materials throughout each shift.
  • Inspected work areas before and after operations to determine quality and completion of job.
  • Utilized various hand tools and power tools to complete paving and tamping operations.
  • Coordinated with other personnel to complete jobs on time and within specifications.
  • Loaded and unloaded equipment from trucks in preparation for paving and tamping.
  • Operated paving machines to achieve specified thickness and grade of asphalt.
  • Filled tanks, hoppers and machines with paving materials.
  • Performed daily maintenance and safety inspections on paving, surfacing and tamping equipment to manage wear and tear.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maximized load safety by balancing, securing, and weighing products.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
  • Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
  • Inspected trucks and trailers before each trip to assess safety and identify maintenance concerns.

Roofer

Hand Me A Hammer
05.2022 - 06.2023
    • Assisted in removal of old roofing materials and debris to prepare for application of new roofing.
    • Installed high-quality roofing systems, paying careful attention to hazards and other safety concerns.
    • Inspected problem roofs to determine best repair procedures.
    • Installed asphalt shingles, tile and metal roofing systems to manage exterior construction projects of residential, commercial and industrial buildings.
    • Performed patching and resealing of roofs to provide maintenance, repairs and protection.
    • Precisely cut felt, shingles and strips of flashing to fit angles formed by walls, vents, and intersecting roof surfaces.
    • Installed chimney flashing, gutters and other roof components to direct smoke away and offer protection from elements.
    • Cleaned up work areas upon completion of projects.
    • Operated variety of tools and equipment to safely and efficiently perform tasks.
    • Installed roof insulation to reduce energy costs.
    • Assisted with installation of gutters and downspouts.
    • Assisted in installation of skylights, solar panels and other roof accessories.

Level Hand

Asphalt Laying Services (ALS)
09.2021 - 05.2022
  • Patched broken pavement for safe travel by dumping, spreading and tamping asphalt.
  • Filled potholes and smoothed out rough surfaces.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Spread asphalt, gravel and other materials at work locations using variety of tools and equipment.
  • Clear areas in preparation for laying down asphalt.
  • Directed traffic around site locations using appropriate signage and team communication.
  • Measured out jobs and calculated materials needed.
  • Transported, organized and fetched materials throughout each shift.
  • Used pavers, rollers and tamping machines to lay asphalt on roads, bridges and parking lots.
  • Inspected work areas before and after operations to determine quality and completion of job.
  • Loaded and unloaded equipment from trucks in preparation for paving and tamping.
  • Operated paving machines to achieve specified thickness and grade of asphalt.
  • Controlled speed of paving machines to establish accuracy and practice safety measures.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
  • Cared for walkways, paths and driveways leading into and out of barn areas.

Level Hand/Machine Operator

ANJ Paving
04.2021 - 08.2021
  • Monitored material flow and adjusted machinery settings to maintain consistent flow.
  • Worked on driveways, roads, parking lots and other projects alongside 7 -person crew.
  • Laid materials such as stone, concrete and asphalt on in routine and special configurations based on project specifications.
  • Operated company vehicles to collect asphalt and deliver to worksites.
  • Operated paving, milling, rolling and loading machines to complete projects on schedule.
  • Observed distribution of paving material to adjust machine settings or material flow and indicated low spots for workers to add material.
  • Kept traffic away from job sites to protect workers, equipment and private individuals.
  • Directed team members to keep work moving smoothly and meet challenging project timelines.
  • Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
  • Oversaw daily operations to ensure high levels of productivity.
  • Maintained excellent attendance record, consistently arriving to work on time.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.

Labourer

Liverpool City Council
01.2020 - 02.2021
  • Devoted special emphasis to punctuality and worked to maintain outstanding attendance record, consistently arriving to work ready to start immediately.
  • Clear areas in preparation for laying down asphalt.
  • Measured out jobs and calculated materials needed.
  • Directed traffic around site locations using appropriate signage and team communication.
  • Spread asphalt, gravel and other materials at work locations using variety of tools and equipment.
  • Operated paving, milling, rolling and loading machines to complete projects on schedule.

Bob Cat Operator

  • Inspected materials to determine appropriate placements for repurposing or disposal.
  • Checked sorting machines and equipment for functionality and performed both regular maintenance and emergency repairs to restore functionality.

Excavator/Roller Operator

  • Checked to make sure that all trenches were excavated to correct depth.
  • Drove construction equipment to excavate and grade land on road beds.
  • Performed equipment inspections before and after each shift.

Dogman

Panda Crane Crew
10.2018 - 08.2019
  • Construction Labour
  • Gathered and disposed of work site debris to remove safety hazards and boost team productivity
  • Monitored materials inventory and requested items for restocking for each job
  • Loaded and unloaded building materials used for construction
  • Directed traffic away from hazardous locations, protecting team members and general public
  • Enhanced team efficiency and multitasking abilities by effectively using hand tools, power tools and equipment
  • Helped project managers develop work schedules for overall projects and individual stages
  • Responded quickly to hand signals and radio commands to maintain safety on job sites
  • Used remote controls and consoles to operate cranes under special circumstances
  • Positioned cranes in response to hand signals and observed load hookup to determine safe load capacities
  • Minimized overload incidents by double-checking load capacity of building equipment and adjusting loads appropriately

Road Works

Townsville City Council
10.2014 - 02.2018
  • Ordering quantities of asphalt to complete job
  • Operated paving, milling, rolling and loading machines to complete projects on schedule
  • Monitored material flow and adjusted machinery settings to maintain consistent flow
  • Kept traffic away from job sites to protect workers, equipment and private individuals
  • Directed team members to keep work moving smoothly and meet challenging project timelines
  • Operated company vehicles to collect asphalt and deliver to work sites
  • Worked on driveways, roads, parking lots and other projects alongside 3-10 person crew
  • Provided accurate measurements and estimates for all projects
  • Aided crews in joining, wrapping and sealing sections of pipe
  • Performed basic machine set up
  • Kept site work safe and in line with budget, schedule and applicable building codes
  • Communicated operational issues and changes to supervisor on regular basis
  • Used hoists and cranes to lift work pieces to machine
  • Spread asphalt, gravel and other materials at work locations using variety of tools and equipment
  • Clear areas in preparation for laying down asphalt
  • Accurately read, understood, and carried out written instructions
  • Collaborated with traffic controllers to ensure smooth work flow and efficient organization operations
  • Filled chipped, cracked and broken bricks and tiles with adhesives and grouting materials to correct surface imperfections
  • Cleared drains and downspouts and cleaned gutters
  • Installed waterworks, locks and dams

Farm Hand

Mackays Banana Farm Ranch Road
04.2013 - 09.2014
  • Operated farm equipment such as tractors and trucks with extreme care and precision
  • Picked products for specific routes and estimated weight, height and centre of balance to calculate precise placements
  • Moved boxes and organized aisles to open up floor space and enable forklift operators to move freely through warehouse
  • Worked with supervisor to determine shed worker needs
  • Learned all aspects of operations, including sorting and majority of inside and outside jobs to promote better knowledge and assist newly hired workers (overseas traveller) during staff absences
  • Trained new workers on safety procedures outside in paddocks on, cane knife handling, correct posture to handle bunch (Bananas)
  • Installed irrigation systems in accordance with bosses specifications, fixed and replaced any broken sprinklers
  • Stringed Banana Trees to make sure supported, de-leafed, and maintained Trees when shift was allocated outside of shed
  • Volunteered inside shed when extra hands was needed

Scaffolding

Streamline
02.2011 - 01.2013
  • Disassembled scaffolding and equipment when projects were completed or after each shift according to strict schedules.
  • Maintained safety and operational procedures for projects at heights of up to 20 meters.
  • Safely carried materials and equipment weighing up to 60kgs onto job sites in all types of climates and weather conditions.
  • Trained newly hired employees on safest ways to erect and take down scaffolding.
  • Assembled and disassembled tiered seating for public events.
  • Worked with speed and accuracy to consistently meet production standards.
  • Learned diverse construction trades skills, including basic carpentry, painting and plastering.
  • Used radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between operators and ground workers.
  • Dug holes, trenches and ditches at desired locations and backfilled completed excavations.
  • Determined materials needed for daily shift and loaded vehicles with equipment and supplies.
  • Prepared, poured and spread materials such as concrete and asphalt at designated locations.
  • Erected and removed temporary structures such as trench liners and scaffolding to meet team needs.
  • Gathered and disposed of work site debris to remove safety hazards and boost team productivity.
  • Erected and dismantled scaffolding, braces, shoring walls and other temporary structures.

Cleaning

Kirwan State High School
04.2012 - 05.2012
  • Dusted all furniture and fixtures thoroughly and carefully.
  • Washed and spot-cleaned files, desktops, office glass, partitions, doors and walls.
  • Performed daily checklists throughout facilities, including cleaning floors, wiping down glass entryways and collecting trash.
  • Carried linens, towels, toilet items and cleaning supplies using wheeled cart for maximum efficiency.
  • Scrubbed, top-coated, buffed and varnished hard floors.
  • Wiped down tabletops, chairs and condiment containers.
  • Mixed, used and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
  • Identified concerns with facilities, including repair needs and major maintenance concerns, and escalated issues to management.
  • Kept bathroom facilities well-cleaned, stocked and properly maintained for staff and guests.
  • Promoted building security by locking doors and checking electrical appliances for safety hazards.

Education

High School Diploma -

Kirwan State High School
Kirwan, QLD
2010

Skills

  • Self-motivated
  • Strong initiative
  • Capable of heavy lifting
  • Construction health and safety
  • Good verbal/written skills
  • Good at following instruction
  • Strong work ethic
  • Safety understanding
  • Physical activity
  • Detail-oriented
  • Dependable independent worker
  • Workplace safety
  • Measurement and calculation accuracy
  • Team-oriented and dependable
  • Construction knowledge
  • Loading and unloading proficiency
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Traffic control
  • Debris removal
  • Work site preparation
  • Shovelling abilities
  • Transportation paving background
  • Hand/power tools
  • Supervisory experience
  • Industry safety equipment
  • Driving commercial vehicles

Reference

Sio Ata'ata

Site Supervisor

  • 0409782453

Richard Schute

Foreman

  • 0448951025

Rod

Heavy Patch Team Leader

  • 0409038890

Rhamzi Savastano

  • 0458798052

Additional Information

  • Occupational Health and Safety Construction Induction (CARD)
  • National License to Perform High Risk Work : Classes and Description - DS= Dogging (CARD)
  • Traffic Management Implementation Program (CARD)
  • Unrestricted Drivers License
  • HR Truck License
  • Blue Card Traffic Control Ticket
  • Skid steer voc
  • Excavator voc
  • Loading and unloading Plant
  • Railway Ticket

Proof upon request

Timeline

Level Hand/machine Operator/truck Driver

DM Roads
08.2023 - Current

Roofer

Hand Me A Hammer
05.2022 - 06.2023

Level Hand

Asphalt Laying Services (ALS)
09.2021 - 05.2022

Level Hand/Machine Operator

ANJ Paving
04.2021 - 08.2021

Labourer

Liverpool City Council
01.2020 - 02.2021

Dogman

Panda Crane Crew
10.2018 - 08.2019

Road Works

Townsville City Council
10.2014 - 02.2018

Farm Hand

Mackays Banana Farm Ranch Road
04.2013 - 09.2014

Cleaning

Kirwan State High School
04.2012 - 05.2012

Scaffolding

Streamline
02.2011 - 01.2013

High School Diploma -

Kirwan State High School
Vincent Andrew-Toia