Construction Laborer and Equipment Operator

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MARIO BURKE

*******@*****.*** 708-***-**** Oak Lawn, IL 60453

Capable Construction laborer experienced in operating and maintaining equipment to support job site needs. Physically strong and fit with good time management abilities and dexterity to support skilled work. Experienced [laborer] offers more than 30 years of combining physical stamina and organizational skills to keep projects running smoothly. Natural leader oversees planned work environments and meet safety. Superior problem-solving and multi-tasking skills. Detail- oriented approach to handling complicated scheduling and time management considerations. Diligent laborer accustomed to working in various types of environments to support construction projects. Committed to systematically organizing supplies, tools and equipment to support skilled construction workers. Bringing 30 years of experience combined with strong commitment to team needs. Attentive Laborer with expert skills in concrete finishing and carpentry. Collaborative team player committed to following safety practices and eliminating hazards. Strictly follows project plans and specifications to complete quality, code-compliant work. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Responsible and motivated in the workplace.

Traffic Routing

Hand and Power Tool Operation

Large-Scale Measurement

Situational Awareness

Physical Agility and Coordination

Problem-Solving

Verbal Communication

Hand and Power Tools

Physical Strength and Stamina

Safety-First Mentality

Loading and Unloading

Equipment Maintenance and Repair

Heavy Machinery Operation

Superior Work Ethic

Project Management

Team Player

Code Compliance

Loading and Unloading Systems

Material Loading and Unloading

Demolition and Destruction

Punctual and Dependable

Heavy Lifting

Worksite Safety and Maintenance

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Site Preparation

Construction Trade Expertise

Equipment Maintenance

Quality Control

Forklift Certification

Form Construction and Removal

Team Coordination and Oversight

Equipment Inspection

Incident Reporting

Facilities Maintenance

Mechanical Troubleshooting

Blueprints and Specifications

Installation and Finishing

Green-Certified Construction

Materials Salvage

Hand-Eye Coordination

Conflict Resolution

Acura Chicago, IL Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job Summary

Skills

Experience

Construction Worker

07/2019 - 11/2021

site prior to shift completion.

Collected and removed debris from work sites to maintain team productivity and minimize safety hazards.

Sustained safety protocols to maintain secure, proper handling of equipment and materials.

Used laser measuring tools to calculate lengths, widths and heights. Met company and OSHA safety guidelines for work site operations to minimize worker risk.

Notified supervisors of faulty operations and defective materials to improve production.

Maintained baseline safety knowledge to improve deficient areas and meet code.

Utilized two-way radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators.

Used picks and shovels to dig, spread and level dirt and gravel. Installed structures or fixtures using hand or power tools per plan drawings.

Used wheelbarrow to move debris and material to designated areas on jobsite.

Read plans, instructions or specifications to determine work activities. Operated overhead lifts to move heavy and bulky work materials. Built and disassembled scaffolds, bracing and barricades to assist in vertical construction activities.

Used trowels and floats to smooth and finish freshly poured cement or concrete.

Controlled traffic to protect work site integrity, crew safety and general public welfare.

Signaled operators of construction equipment to facilitate alignment, movement and adjustment of machinery.

White Arrow Chicago, IL

Forklift Operator

03/2017 - 05/2021

Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.

Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.

Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.

Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.

Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.

Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods. Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.

Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance. Packaged, labeled and tagged goods before transfer. Checked shipments for damaged or incorrect items.

Reported safety and quality issues to management.

Tied and secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items. Operated power material handling equipment to accurately select and palletize loads.

Prepared finished stock for shipment by identifying, pulling and packing product.

Picked up warehouse debris and deposited waste into appropriate piles and stacked baled trash.

Maintained yard appearance, keeping ground clean and clear. Tracked materials moved for stocking purposes and to complete logs for management.

Squared stacked displayed materials for safe and orderly conditions. Loaded, unloaded, transported and stacked materials through careful operation of various warehouse equipment.

Relocated goods from dock area to appropriate storage locations. Secured loads on pallets to minimize damage and worker injuries. Communicated with team members to coordinate efficient and accurate movements.

Drove gasoline- or electric-powered vehicles to transport materials between loading, processing and storage areas.

Moved levers or controls of lifting devices to load, unload or stack material. Positioned lifting devices around loaded pallets, skids and boxes to secure materials for transport to designated areas.

Positioned lifting devices to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.

Estimated weights, heights and centers of balance to make precise placements.

Inspected product load for accuracy to foster timely and complete delivery. Visually assessed materials for conformance to quality standards and shipping orders, removing nonconforming products and reporting for further action.

Noted and recorded receipt of materials on drivers' paperwork. Weighed materials or products to record data on tags or labels. Employed hand signals to communicate effectively with coworkers operating transport vehicles and direct movements from floor. Accurately measured and recorded product weight, dimensions or other production data for use in tag and label creation. Scheduled or performed needed maintenance on equipment to promote longevity of use.

Signaled workers to discharge, dump or level materials. Followed safe practices to mix and apply chemicals. Performed inspections and made repairs on tractors. Followed maps and GPS systems to promptly complete tasks. Marie Curie High School Chicago, IL

High School Diploma

06/1984

Forklift Certification, White Arrow - 2017-2023

Certified laborer, Local 76 - 1992-2023

Education and Training

Certifications

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