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Alex Kerr

Green Island,Dunedin

Summary

Responsible and motivated student ready to apply my building education in the workplace. I have the ability to handle challenging work, and excellent time management skills. I am Highly accurate, service-focused and diligent with a solid understanding of the building trade. Physically fit and ready for challenging work in any weather or condition. Familiar with managing internal and external building needs.

For the past year I have been working on six double story apartment buildings, building each one from the ground up and being involved on every step of the building process on each unit. I have my own ute and have every tool and piece of equipment needed to build an apartment building from the ground up.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience

Work History

Builder's Apprentice

Mark Stumbles
St Kilda, Dunedin
11.2022 - Current
  • Supported project planning by collecting and documenting measurements, marking installation points and cutting materials to desired sizes.
  • Learned and mastered skilled trade specialties under guidance of expert mentors.
  • Assisted with layout of building foundations and walls by measuring, cutting and fitting lumber.
  • Lubricated, cleaned or repaired machinery or equipment.
  • Applied waterproofing sealants along seams of roofs or around windows and doors.
  • Helped install drywall panels onto wall frames using screws or nails.
  • Operated hand tools, saws, routers and sanding equipment to prepare materials and finish project surfaces.
  • Performed maintenance on all power tools used at the work site.
  • Assisted journeyman carpenters with framing interior and exterior walls.
  • Removed debris from work areas and performed final cleanings after completing projects.
  • Maintained a clean worksite by sweeping up debris after each job was completed.
  • Operated power tools safely for cutting, drilling and fastening materials together.
  • Set up scaffolding around buildings for workers safety while working on high areas.
  • Organized tools and equipment needed for each job prior to starting work.
  • Read blueprints to determine the location of structural components such as windows, doors and beams.
  • Restocked supplies, organized storage areas, and gathered materials for specific jobs.
  • Installed insulation in buildings according to specifications.
  • Loaded or unloaded building materials to distribute machinery or tools.
  • Completed repairs to building structures such as floors, changed out fixtures and painted walls and trim.
  • Worked with other crew members to measure, cut, shape and assemble wooden structures.
  • Transported supplies to work sites, removed from trucks and organized for crew use.
  • Promoted team efficiency by consistently picking up excess materials and tools.
  • Followed all safety protocols when operating heavy machinery.
  • Controlled traffic passing near, in or around work zones.
  • Removed damaged materials and prepared surfaces for optimal installations.
  • Completed building repairs and maintenance to walkways, sidewalks and landscaping.
  • Operated equipment with strong focus on safety and ground communication.
  • Operated tools, gauges and equipment to complete work.
  • Dug ditches or trenches, backfilled excavations or compacted and leveled earth to grade specifications.
  • Demonstrated best safety practices working at heights and lifting various objects.
  • Cut boards into desired lengths using a saw or table saw according to measurements given.
  • Caulked window frames and doorframes to ensure proper sealing against weather elements.
  • Assisted journeyman carpenters with installing roof trusses according to plans.
  • Removed old siding from buildings before installing new siding.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.

Education

Pre Trade Building

Otago Polytech
Dunedin
01-2022

Trinity Catholic College
Dunedin
12-2021

Skills

  • Hand and Power Tools
  • Debris Removal
  • Troubleshooting Abilities
  • System Installation
  • Equipment Operation
  • Safety Procedures
  • Construction Site Operations
  • Structural Demolition
  • OSHA Regulations
  • Tool Maintenance
  • Worksite Safety
  • Installation and Finishing
  • Materials Transport

Affiliations

  • Built a 7x5 glasshouse in by back yard has an add onto a large veggie garden.
  • I have a small business. On days Monday to Thursday I do at least two hours of work. most of this business is mowing lawns and weed eating but on occasion do simple building work such as building retaining walls and awnings.

Accomplishments

  • NZQF. New Zealand Certificate in Construction Trade Skills (Level 3) (Carpentry) (Pre Trade Course)
  • Lecturers Choice Award 2022, Graduated pre trade course 2nd in class.

Timeline

Builder's Apprentice

Mark Stumbles
11.2022 - Current

Pre Trade Building

Otago Polytech

Trinity Catholic College

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