Ian Thomas
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Summary of Qualifications:
Knowledge of materials, methods, and tools involved in construction or repair of houses, buildings, or other
structures such as highways and roads. I have a positive attitude and am confident that I can assist
experienced trades people in a high pressurized environment that involves hands on work tasks. I am
currently looking for a suitable general laboring position with a well established company.
Atrium International, Philadelphia, PA 2007 Present (On Call)
Construction Laborer
• Clean or prepare construction sites to eliminate possible hazards
• Dig ditches or trenches, backfill excavations, or compact level earth to grade specifications,
using picks, shovels, pneumatic tampers, or rakes
• Position or dismantle forms for pouring concrete, using saws, hammers, nails, or bolts
• Load, unload or identify building materials, machinery, or tools, distributing them to the
appropriate locations, according to project plans or specifications
• Erect or dismantle scaffolding, shoring, braces, traffic barricades, ramps, or other
temporary structures
• Mix, pour and spread concrete using portable cement mixers
• Apply caulking compounds by hand or caulking guns to protect against entry of water or
air
• Perform building weatherization tasks, like repairing windows, adding insulation or
applying weather stripping materials
Erkie & Jeanie Restaurant, Philadelphia, PA 2008 Present
Cook
• Inspect and clean food preparation areas, such as equipment and work surfaces, or serving
areas to ensure safe and sanitary food handling practices
• Season and cook food according to recipes or personal judgment and experience
• Bake, roast, broil, and steam meats, fish, vegetables and other foods
• Wash, peel, cut, and seed fruits and vegetables to prepare them for consumption
• Portion, arrange, and garnish food and serve food to waiters or patrons
Lloyd Construction Company, Philadelphia, PA 2003 2007
Construction Laborer
• Clean construction sites of debris, trash and hazardous materials
• Use hand tools to cut and shape material as per instructions
• Load and unload equipment from trucks
• Train apprentices and new hires in construction labor work
Education:
Inglewood High School Diploma Inglewood, CA
June 1996