Chris Futialo
Auckland
Summary
Safety-conscious steel fixer known for effectively communicating with team members and remaining attentive while working in high-risk environments. Lifts heavy items and works in adverse weather conditions with superior performance and reliability. Always willing to learn new things and step out of my comfort zone when needed.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Steel Fixer
Four Brothers
10.2019 - Current
- Tied rebar into wire mesh formations using welding, wiring, and clipping techniques.
- Studied blueprints and specification drawings to determine project requirements.
- Operated hand and power tools safely to prepare materials.
- Improved project efficiency by accurately reading and interpreting steel fixing plans and blueprints.
- Ensured structural integrity by maintaining correct spacing between steel bars and ties according to specifications.
- Maintained a positive attitude while working in challenging weather conditions and managing physically demanding tasks, leading to increased team morale and productivity.
- Achieved high-quality results within tight deadlines while adhering to budget constraints on multiple projects simultaneously.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working effectively across various projects types including commercial buildings, infrastructure, and residential developments.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and work plans for each job.
- Collaborated with other tradespeople to coordinate work schedules and maintain seamless workflow on construction sites.
- Moved heavy equipment and assembled hoisting equipment, cables, pulleys and hooks.
- Placed blocks under reinforcing bars to reinforce floors.
Scaffolder
Tower Scaffolding
06.2017 - 11.2019
- Assembled, erected and dismantled scaffolding structures to meet project needs.
- Disassembled scaffolding and equipment when projects were completed or after each shift according to strict schedules.
- Assisted with tying off and securing scaffolding to building structures to optimize safety.
- Worked in team-focused environment to collaboratively complete projects on time and within budget.
- Contributed to a positive work atmosphere by fostering teamwork among crew members and consistently demonstrating a strong work ethic.
- Increased productivity by efficiently assembling and dismantling scaffold structures in a timely manner.
- Verified all scaffolding materials were stored safely and securely.
- Utilized problem-solving skills to troubleshoot and resolve issues with scaffolding structures.
Steel Fixing
Condor Reo Ltd
02.2015 - 05.2017
- Tied rebar into wire mesh formations using welding, wiring, and clipping techniques.
- Studied blueprints and specification drawings to determine project requirements.
- Operated hand and power tools safely to prepare materials.
- Ensured structural integrity by maintaining correct spacing between steel bars and ties according to specifications.
- Inserted sealing strips, wiring and insulating material, as called for in blueprints.
- Aligned structural steel members to rivet, bolt and weld permanently into place.
Education
Certificate I - Carpentry
UNITEC
Auckland, NZ11.2014
Skills
- Power Tool Operation
- Reinforcement placement
- Construction safety
- Plan interpretation
- Safety understanding
- Safety awareness
- Steel Bending
- Hand and power tools
- Wire mesh experience
- Measuring skills
- Hand-tool proficiency
- Blueprint Reading
- Scaffolding Setup
- Safety protocols and procedures
- Heavy Lifting
- Job Planning
- Column connecting
Timeline
Steel Fixer
Four Brothers
10.2019 - Current
Scaffolder
Tower Scaffolding
06.2017 - 11.2019
Steel Fixing
Condor Reo Ltd
02.2015 - 05.2017
Certificate I - Carpentry
UNITEC
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