D. Brian Taylor
Mannhurst, NB
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Energetic and highly motivated individual that would be an asset to your company. Red seal carpenter with a broad range of experience. Very good at analyzing situations and solving problems that occur daily in the workplace. Ticketed operator of several types of machinery related to my trade. Lead by example, able to motivate the people I work with. Highly adaptable to changing circumstances. Key member of any team. Team orientated and able to work independently, work well in a fast pace environment and great at multi-tasking.
Work History:
2013 to current:
Lead Hand, Acting Foreman, Foreman, Acting Site Superintendant, Superintendant, Northview Apartments Construction & Development, Iqaluit, Regina, Lloydminister, Yellowknife, Cambridge Bay Calgary, Canmore,
• Various construction tasks including caulking tubs, tiles, baseboards
• Repairing deficiencies throughout the apartment building, drywall repairs, adjust doors, windows and patio sliding doors
• Valid Driver’s license and good driving record
• Prioritize work, maintain a positive attitude and composure in stressful situations
• Knowledgeable with outlook, Excel, Computers, Have commercial carpenter experience
• Supervise, direct all in field construction activities
• Be accountable for schedule and budget
• Worked within the safety parameters as outlined in the company safety manual as well interpret site conditions as they relate to OH&S
• Supervise, direct and mentor field personnel
• Fit and install doors, windows, flooring, cabinets, stairs and moulding
• Set up and operate woodworking equipment
June 2013 to October 2013
RDH Contracting, Norman Wells NT, Lead hand
• Renovation work
• Levelling steel building by cutting piles loose and jacking up to level grade and subsequently re- weld
• Replace decking on rig ramps and several float and flat deck trailers
• Concrete formwork for curbs in the drives and parking lots
• Supervised and directed skilled laborers
• Ensured subcontractors compliance with specifications and timelines for their scope of work
• Performed daily documentation of on-site activities and progress June 2011 to May 2013
Dowland Contracting: Inuvik K to 12 school project, Carpenter constructed gabion walls, general carpentry work as directed by site super and foreman Cambridge bay, Lead Hand Dowland contracting, Kitikmeot Inuit Association office Building Project
• Machine operations – Rough Terrain Forklift, EWP, Bobcat
• Maintained and fueled frost fighters
• Directed and Co-ordinated workers as set out by the foreman/site supervisor
• Assisted sub-trades when needed
• Material handling and delivery on to site
• Build rail system around exterior of building on 3 levels for fall protection
• Built hoardings over aggregate pile to warm up for the concrete pour May 2007 to June 2011
Dettweiller Construction, Laborer/apprentice carpenter
• Various labor functions
• Formwork for interior concrete walls in dairy barns
• Prepare grades for concrete walls in dairy barns
• Steel structure with wood framed curtain walls
• Install ventilation screens in barns
• New home construction, framing, roofing, window and door install
• Smart board fascia, soffit and trim
Education:
2019- Telehandler operator certified
2019- First Aid Standard
2019 – OSSA Fall Protection Course
2011 - Red Seal Carpenter
2006 – Leadership in Health and safety in the workplace 1995- Director Achievement program for credit unions 1994- Search Coordinator Exam – Successful Completion