Manager Construction
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Edwill
AquinoICC-Certified Building Official, Building Inspector II, Plans Examiner
EDWILL ALBERTO AQUINO
Thomasville, Georgia 31792
Home/Cell: 229-***-****
Email: **********@*****.***
OBJECTIVE:
To obtain a position which will effectively draw upon my knowledge, experience and accomplishments in the field of building construction, inspection, and management, as well as provide opportunity for growth.
ASSETS:
Over 25 years of experience in construction industry as a laborer, carpenter, superintendent, and sub-contractor. Over 16 years of experience in city/county government, of which over 10 years have been in building inspection, plan review, and code enforcement; and over 6 years have been as a Certified Building Official. I have extensive knowledge of state-mandated codes and standards, building quality, code enforcement, environmental impact of construction, and fire safety; and I have the ability to effectively communicate building codes and ordinances in a manner that is both logical and sensible to contractors, trades people, and homeowners. I have over 15 years of experience as a supervisor. I have budget experience. I am skilled in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook. I read, write and speak fluent Spanish, read and interpret blue-prints, and possess excellent customer relations skills.
CERTIFICATIONS:
Building Official: License No. 5184818-CB, issued by *ICC, expires 05/01/2013
Building Plans Examiner: License No. 5184818-B3, issued by *ICC, expires 05/01/2013
Building Inspector: License No. 5184818-B5, issued by *ICC, expires 05/01/2013
*ICC = International Code Council
EXPERIENCE:
10/10 to present
Lowes, 2121 NE Capitol Circle, Tallahassee, FL 32309
Supervisor: Thomas Arrington, Assistant Store Manager & Area Manager
Commercial Sales Specialist: Provide customers with a high quality of service, including courtesy, professionalism, tactfulness, knowledge, and advice in my area of expertise that leaves a positive impression and encourages them to return to the store; prepare materials estimates for contractors for commercial building projects based on blue-prints; advise customers on materials required for building projects and provide suggestions for designs and money-savings.
05/10 to 07/10
Cochise County Community Development Department, 1415 Melody Lane, Bldg. E, Bisbee, AZ 85603 520-***-****
Supervisor: Benny Young, Department Manager
Building Official: Plan, direct, manage, oversee, and perform work in the activities and operations of the City's building inspection, property maintenance and zoning code enforcement programs. Supervise 10 assigned staff. Administer, interpret and enforce provisions of the building, zoning, housing, and nuisance codes and regulations, green construction, lead abatement, developer agreements, and other municipal regulations. Manage department budget. Confer with contractors, engineers, architects, and property owners. Represent the Codes section to other City departments and outside agencies. Attend and participate in professional group meetings, including Town Hall, Historical Society, Town Council and Commission meetings. Stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of building safety code enforcement.
09/04 to 04/10
City of Thomasville, Building Department, 111 Victoria Place, Thomasville, GA 31799
Supervisor: Kha Thomas-McDonald, Sr. Assistant City Manager
Building Official: Plan, direct, manage, oversee, and perform work in the activities and operations
of the City's building inspection, property maintenance and zoning code enforcement programs. Coordinate assigned activities with other City departments and outside agencies and provide administrative support to the Community Development Director; recommend, administer, approve and draft policies and procedures; oversee and direct office operations; maintain appropriate records and files; supervise and conduct field inspections. Perform plan review of residential and commercial plans. Ensure building department staff is up to date on emergency management procedures for the city and ensure preparedness. Supervise and evaluate performance of 5 assigned staff; interview and select employees and recommend transfers, reassignment, termination and disciplinary actions; plan, coordinate and arrange for appropriate training of subordinates. Administer, interpret and enforce provisions of the building, zoning, housing, environmental and safety regulations, nuisance codes and regulations, lead abatement, green construction, developer agreements, and other municipal regulations; issue stop work orders; abate dangerous building conditions; prepare and recommend new and modified building, zoning, and nuisance code provisions. Confer with contractors, engineers, architects, and property owners. Represent the Codes section to other City departments and outside agencies; explain, justify, and defend decisions, programs, policies, and activities. Negotiate and resolve sensitive, significant and controversial issues. Prepare budget for division and administer to ensure effective expenditure of funds; authorize purchase of supplies and materials. Assist in preparation of complaints for legal action against violators of codes and ordinances. Attend and participate in professional group meetings, including Town Hall, Historical Society, Town Council and Commission meetings. Stay abreast of new trends and innovations in the field of building safety code enforcement. Maintain close working relationship with State Fire Marshal's Office and Thomasville Fire Chief regarding life safety issues required in new construction and remodeling of existing commercial buildings.
11/01 to 09/04
City of Tallahassee, Growth Management Department, 300 S. Adams St., Tallahassee, FL 32301
Supervisor: Glenn Dodson, Assistant Building Official
Code Enforcement Inspector: Identified properties in violation of City construction ordinances; followed up on complaints concerning properties in violation of City ordinances; assisted with City building inspections as needed; wrote reports and violations; input information in City Notice of Violations tracking program. Performance of these duties required a good working relationship with the public, including contractors, homeowners, and apartment complex owners; ability to resolve situations in a diplomatic manner. Obtained certificates for code enforcement, levels I, II, III.
10/94 to 11/01
Pinellas County, Building Department, 400 S. Ft. Harrison Ave., Room 121, Clearwater, FL 33756
Supervisor: Dave Livesay, Chief Building Inspector (retired)
Building Inspector II/Commercial Plans Examiner: Enforced building and structural codes and regulations. Duties included review and interpretation of plans and specifications for compliance with County and State building, zoning, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and fire codes and regulations. Read flood maps and applied flood zone requirements. Performance of these duties required good working relationship with the public, including homeowners, contractors, architects, engineers, and trades people; extensive knowledge of codes, regulations, methods, and materials involved in building construction; ability to read and interpret building construction plans and specifications, and ability to diagnose defects and hazards in old and new construction.
10/93 " 10/94
Pinellas County, General Services Construction Department, 400 S. Ft. Harrison Ave., Room 121, Clearwater, FL 33756
Supervisor: Ron Manning, Director of Maintenance
Craftworker III (Supervisory Position) 2nd Shift: Supervised 3 employees. Planned daily work schedules; performed general construction, repairs, renovation, and maintenance of county-owned properties; responsible for communicating and enforcing office policies and procedures; prepared and presented performance evaluations; made recommendations for position assignments and salary increases; tracked time and attendance.
9/91 " 10/93
Ed Aquino, Carpentry Sub-Contractor, Clearwater, FL
Owner/Operator: Managed 3 to 6 employees. Specialized in major construction of new homes, one-and-two-story apartment complexes, duplexes, and renovation/remodeling projects; work included layout, wood/metal framing, wood and soffit trim, door-hanging, roofing and decking.
4/91 " 9/91
Ocala Police Department, Ocala, FL
Patrol Officer: Patrolled assigned area; enforced traffic laws; maintained high profile in order to prevent crime; answered calls; performed preliminary investigation at crime scene, gathered evidence, performed crime scene control.
1/91 " 4/91
Attended Santa Fe Community College Police Academy, Gainesville, FL
8/90 " 1/91
Ed Aquino, Carpentry Sub-Contractor, Palm Harbor, FL
Owner/Operator: Specialized in major construction of new homes, one-and-two-story apartment complexes, duplexes and renovation/remodeling projects; work included layout, wood/metal framing, wood and soffit trim, door-hanging, roofing, and decking.
5/89 " 8/90
Couch Construction, Tampa, FL
Plant Operator/Mechanic: Set up computer to initiate daily operation of plant; oversaw daily operation; composed daily reports on sales and asphalt distribution; perform daily plant maintenance.
6/88 " 5/89
Ajax Paving, Sarasota, FL
Mechanic: Performed daily mechanical maintenance of asphalt plant to ensure smooth operation.
9/83 " 6/88
Ed Aquino, Carpentry Sub-Contractor, Palm Harbor, FL
Owner/Operator: Specialized in major construction of new homes, one-and-two-story apartment complexes, duplexes and renovation/remodeling projects; work included layout, wood/metal framing, wood and soffit trim, door-hanging, roofing and decking. Crew usually consisted of 3-6 employees.
7/82 " 9/83
Wood Excellence, Clearwater, FL
Carpenter/Superintendent: Specialized in major construction of new homes, one-and-two-story apartment complexes, duplexes and renovation/remodeling projects; work included layout, wood/metal framing, wood and soffit trim, door-hanging, roofing and decking; coordinated/supervised laborers on projects, ensuring that daily/weekly schedules were met; crew usually consisted of 10-12 employees.
9/80 " 6/82
Enterprise Building Corporation, Clearwater, FL
Carpenter/Foreman: Performed framing, interior/exterior finish work on high-rise, high-end apartment buildings. Supervised carpenters/laborers on projects, ensuring that daily/weekly schedules were met. Crew usually consisted of 10-12 employees.
9/76 " 9/80
Ed Aquino, Carpentry Sub-Contractor, Palm Harbor, FL
Owner/Operator: Specialized in major construction of new homes, one-and-two-story apartment complexes, duplexes, and renovation/remodeling projects; work included layout, wood/metal framing, wood and soffit trim, door-hanging, roofing and decking; coordinated/supervised laborers on projects. Employed 3-5 employees.
1/73 " 7/76
U.S. Air Force
Aircraft Mechanic: Jet airplanes over four engines; honorable discharge
9/70 " 12/72
Langlo Bowling Supplies, Clearwater, FL
Carpenter: Installed and resurfaced bowling lanes throughout the state of Florida.
EDUCATION:
England Enterprises training courses in plan review, building inspection code enforcement, international building codes, wind load, building official exam preparation.
2004-2010
Florida Association of Code Enforcement
Certificates of Completion for Levels I, II and III
Between November 2001 and September 2004
Southern Building Code Congress International, Birmingham, AL (SBCCI)
Licensed as Plans Examiner - License # PX0001870
February 2001
Southern Building Code Congress International, Birmingham, AL (SBCCI)
Licensed as Building Inspector - License # BN0002209
November 1989 and September 1999
Pinellas Technical Education Center, St. Petersburg Campus, FL
Completed Public Works Academy training course
September 1992
Santa Fe Community College Police Academy, Gainesville, FL
Completed Law Enforcement Training
April 1991
Southern Building Code Congress International, Birmingham, AL (SBCCI)
Building Inspector Training Course
August 1989
St. Petersburg Junior College, Clearwater/Tarpon Springs Campuses, FL
Courses toward degree in Business Administration
Between 1980 - 1982
Graduate of Gulf High School, New Port Richey, FL
June 1968
REFERENCES:
Richard Johnson (14 years personally and professionally)
Building Official
City of Dunedin
737 Louden Ave.
Dunedin, FL 34698
Kha Thomas-McDonald (over 6 years professionally)
Sr. Assistant City Manager
City of Thomasville
111 Victoria Place
Thomasville, GA 31799
James Spangler (over 6 years personally)
518 Remington Ave.
Thomasville, GA 31792
Jeffrey Gardner (over 4 years personally and professionally)
Contractor
10671 N. State Road 53
Madison, FL 32340
Greg Hobbs (over 4 years professionally)
Contractor, City Councilman
217 S. Martin Luther King Blvd.
Thomasville, GA 31792
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