Operator Construction
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James Blada
Email: abpk6q@r.postjobfree.com
Address: **** **** ******* ******, ***** 59
City: West Sacramento
State: CA
Zip: 95691
Country: USA
Phone: 916-***-****
Skill Level: Experienced
Salary Range: $50,000
Primary Skills/Experience:
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Job History / Details:
James Francis Blada
2000 West Capitol Avenue, #59
West Sacramento, CA 95691
abpk6q@r.postjobfree.com
November 6, 2012
To Whom This May Concern:
I have a diverse background in Carpentry and Construction that can be used to meet your company's immediate and long-term needs. With the unique perspective of a Carpenter, I am a versatile and analytical thinker with strong interpersonal skills. I also have extensive experience in working successfully with light and heavy duty equipment.
I am particularly interested in a position with your company because of my 35 year background in the Carpenter and Construction Field. Recent examples of my work include painting, plumbing, electrical and residential repairs.
I look forward to the opportunity to meet with you and discuss our mutual interests. You can reach me by phone to arrange for an interview.
Sincerely,
James Francis Blada
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James Francis Blada
2000 West Capitol Avenue, #59
West Sacramento, CA 95691
abpk6q@r.postjobfree.com
Cellular 916-***-****
PERSONAL STATEMENT
I am looking to re-establish my advanced skills in the Carpentry, Construction or Maintenance field. I have 35 years
of Journeyman Carpentry experience and knowledge. I am experienced in Commercial and Residential Plumbing,
Electrical, Painting, Light Duty Welding, Major & Minor Repairs and Light and Heavy Duty Equipment Operations.
I have worked in the Fire Service for the past 15 years and have continued to practice my tradesman skills on my
off time. I recently retired from the Fire Department and made a move from Mississippi back to California.
If you are looking for a hard worker, reliable, knowledgeable and dependable I would be an excellent candidate for
your company.
PROFESSIONAL HIGHLIGHTS
* Verbal and Nonverbal Communication Skills
* 35 Years Journeyman Carpentry Experience
* Light and Heavy Equipment Operation
* 25 Years Welding Experience
* Automobile Mechanic and Body Work Experience
* Computer Skills: Windows, Office, and General Computer Knowledge
* Fire Fighter I & II, Airport Fire Fighter, Driver Operator/Ambulance, Hazardous Material Operations, Confined Space
Operations, EMT Intermediate, Tactical Emergency Training, Low & High Angle Rescue, Incident Comma Operations, Building Collapse Rescue, Wild Land Fire Operations & Swift Water Rescue
* Structural & Crash Fire Fighting / Fire Fight Tactics & Strategies
* First Aid & Rescue Procedures / CPR
* Fire Fighting & Rescue Equipment
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
* Master craftsman in building commercial & residential structures.
* Learned to operate multiple types of light and heavy duty equipment.
* I have become more humble, caring and compassionate working in the Fire Fighting field.
PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND
Multi Force Training Facility * Camp Shelby, MS * 2009 to 2012
Crew Chief, Fire Fighter I & II, Driver Operator
Responded to fire alarms or other emergency calls. Forced openings in buildings for ventilation of fire or for entry, using ax or crowbar. Controlled and extinguished fires, using water and chemicals. Administered first aid and artificial respiration to injured persons. Participated in drills and emergency precautionary demonstrations. Inspected establishments for compliance with local regulations. Driver Operator of Fire Engine, experienced with Fire Fighting
procedures and other emergency equipment.
Hattiesburg Fire Department * Hattiesburg, MS * 2006 to 2009
Fire Fighter I & II, Driver Operator
Duties included fire suppression, EMS, station duties, rig checks and upkeep.
Meridian Fire Department * Meridian, MS * 2002 to 2006
Fire Fighter I & II, Driver Operator
Duties included fire suppression, EMs station duties, rig checks and upkeep.
Bernalillo County Fire Department * Albuquerque, NM * 1996 to 2001
Fire Fighter I & II, Driver Operator, High/Low Angle Rescue, EMT Intermediate
Duties included fire suppression, EMS, station duties, rig checks and upkeep.
Rio Rancho D.P.S. * Albuquerque, NM * 1991 to 1996
Driver Operator, First Responder, EMT-B, Fire Fighter I & II
Duties included fire suppression, EMS, station duties, rig checks and upkeep.
Carpenters Union Local #630 * Long Beach, CA * 1985 to 1995
Journeyman Carpenter
CDI Contractors, Inc. * Albuquerque, NM * 1994 to 1994
Lead Carpenter
Sure-Forming Systems * Los Alamitos, CA * 1993 to 1993
Journeyman Carpenter
Class A construction, building forms for concrete pour.
Pinner Construction * Anaheim, CA * 1991 to 1991
Rough Commercial Framer
Gary William, Contractor * Hawthorne, CA * 1986 to 1988
Commercial Building Maintenance
Carpenters Union Local #1478 * Redondo Beach, CA * 1985 to 1995
Journeyman Carpenter
EDUCATION
Lawndale High School * Lawndale, California * 1972
H.S. Diploma
Carpenter Trade School * Long Beach, California * 1972
Certificate
Mississippi State Fire Academy * Pearl, MS * 2003
Certificate
Completed 32 hours of Hazardous Materials NEPA 472 Awareness/Operations.
Mississippi State Fire Academy * Pearl, MS * 2003
Certificate
Completed 214 hours of Fire Fighter 1001- I & II
Medical First Responder * Hattiesburg, MS * 2010
Certificate
Completed 60 Hour First Responder Course meeting all criteria as set forth by the National DOT curriculum.
Mississippi State Fire Academy * Pearl, MS * 2011
Certificate
Completed 48 hour training course for Airport Fire Fighter
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