Martin Hunt

• Involved in all aspects of new builds from foundation installation to roof finishing
• Cut materials according to specifications in preparation for installation.
• Kept job site cleaned up properly and all debris disposed of in respective containers.
• Assisted with movement of materials and equipment to job sites.
• Observed all OSH and corporate safety regulations and procedures.

Started BCITO Study

All aspects of new builds and renovations in and around Ohakune area.

• Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
• Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels and fastening devices to complete projects.
• Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
• Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
• Observed safety regulations on job sites to minimize accidents.
• Recognized and reported potential project challenges and assisted with solutions.
• Erected and removed temporary structures such as trench liners and scaffolding to meet team needs.
• Collected measurements and marked locations as part of project preparations.
• Prepared job sites for work plans by measuring and marking different distances.
• Determined materials needed for daily shift and loaded vehicles with equipment and supplies.

• Worked closely with owners throughout process to keep projects in line with individual visions.
• Used personal expertise and building skills to assist with completion of Renovations, Decks, Fences and Concreting projects.
• Loaded and unloaded building materials used for construction.
• Cleaned up construction sites by removing excess trash and debris.
• Used power saws to cut and shape materials to specified measurements.
• Dug trenches, backfilled holes and compacted earth in preparation for construction projects.
• Designed custom deck and fence installations based on customer desires and vision and gave input on solutions and ideas.

Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity.

• Building custom designed decks, fences, retaining walls and concreting as well as soft landscaping services eg mulching, bark, planting, weed mat placement and edging to mainly city fringe suburbs in Auckland.
• Enhanced team efficiency and multitasking abilities by effectively using hand tools, power tools and equipment.
• Read and understood plans and technical documentation for each job.
• Prepared, poured and spread materials such as concrete at designated locations.
• Erected and dismantled scaffolding, braces and other temporary structures.
• Adhered to company policies, safety procedures and performance standards.
• Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction or excessive vibration and adjusted machines to eliminate problems.
• Offered exceptional customer service to all clients and tradespeople onsite.
• Used measuring tools such as gauges and tape measure to identify conforming parts during production.
• Measured dimensions of finished pieces for conformance to specifications.
• Produced parts and assemblies quickly and efficiently within tolerances.

• Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
• Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
• Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
• Leveled, smoothed and finished surfaces of poured concrete for construction projects.
• Assisted crew members with positioning trucks and moved discharge chute to guide concrete into forms.
• Measured precise amounts of concrete and verified levelness to improve quality of finished product.
• Engaged with customers and subcontractors and provided timelines for project completion.

• Installed metal and wooden fences and privacy borders.Dug holes and trenches to position fences correctly.
• Used hand tools and instruments to take measurements.
• Joined, raised and secured fence segments in place.
• Inspected fences for gaps and vulnerabilities, making necessary adjustments.
• Discussed fencing requirements and specifications with clients.
• Reviewed property plans to delineate site parameters.
• Filled post holes with concrete to maintain proper stability and longevity of fencing installations.
• Attached rails or tension wire along bottoms of posts to form fencing frames.
• Complied with safety and quality requirements to protect personnel, customers and property structures.
• Used power-driven auger to hollow out postholes with efficiency and manual digging methods for less complex work.
• Met customer needs by consulting project documentation to achieve proper marking of fence lines and pole locations.
• Utilized plumb bobs and levels to align posts for proper installation and high-quality completed work.

• Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels and fastening devices to complete projects.
• Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
• Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
• Observed safety regulations on job sites to minimize accidents.
• Gathered waste and trash from job sites for placement in refuse containers to keep job sites clean and organized.
• Collected measurements and marked locations as part of project preparations.
• Recognized and reported potential project challenges and assisted with solutions.

• Prepared rooms prior to painting by laying tarps, taping edges, mixing paint and building scaffolding.
• Masked, covered or otherwise protected non-paintable surfaces.
• Followed painter's directions for product application and site cleanup.
• Cleaned brushes, rollers and [Type] equipment prior to use.
• Placed ladders and scaffolds in correct locations and moved equipment as work progressed to completion.
• Smoothed and cleaned surfaces and removed wallpaper prior to painting allowing even coating of paint.
• Utilized proper personnel protective equipment during painting and preparation, avoiding inhalation of hazardous debris and toxic particulates.
• Returned equipment and unused painting supplies to proper locations after each workday.
• Prepared different paintable surfaces prior to product application.
• Applied primers and rough coats according to painter's directions.
• Completed finish coats on low-visibility surfaces.

• Demonstrated skilled use and maintenance of landscape tools and equipment.
• Used shears, pruners and chainsaws to prune and trim hedges and shrubs.
• Installed paving slabs according to landscape design plan and client specifications.
• Trimmed around trees, flower beds and other yard features.
• Provided expert lawn care, mulching, aerating and trimming around walks, walls and flower beds.
• Landscaped yards by planting flowers, grass, trees and bushes.
• Trimmed greenery, shrubs and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
• Removed and disposed of plant debris from work sites to keep areas safe and well-organized.
• Handled hedge, bush and shrub trimming.

• Fastened joints and seams together to assemble components into sheet metal products.
• Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.