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Raekwon Folekene

Auckland,AUK

Summary

Adept at mixing cement and applying paints, I've honed my skills at Concrete Solutions and W&W Painters & Decorators, demonstrating a strong work ethic and leadership. Proficient in safety protocols and paint applications, I'm a dependable team player known for efficiently completing projects with exceptional quality, ensuring client satisfaction and workplace safety.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Concrete Laborer

Concrete Solutions
Onehunga, Auckland
09.2022 - 10.2022
  • Mix cement and sand to create concrete, following specific measurements.
  • Prepare and pour foundations for structures.
  • Carry heavy materials such as bricks, blocks, lumber, mortar mixers, wheelbarrows., across job sites safely.
  • Operate power saws to cut expansion joints into hardened concrete surfaces.
  • Assist in demolishing existing structures with jackhammers and other tools as needed.
  • Ensure that safety protocols are followed at all times while on the job site.
  • Clean up work area by disposing of debris correctly when job is completed.
  • Use shovels, hoes, rakes, and other tools to spread or level concrete.

House Painter

W&W Painters & Decorators
Pt Chev, Auckland
01.2019 - 12.2019
  • Prepared surfaces for painting by filling cracks, holes and other imperfections with caulk or putty.
  • Mixed paint according to manufacturer's specifications and applied coats of paint using brushes, rollers, and spray guns.
  • Protected floors and furniture from paint spills using drop cloths.
  • Applied sealants to protect painted surfaces from weathering elements.
  • Selected appropriate materials such as primers, paints, thinners, varnishes and stains in accordance with job requirements.
  • Calculated the amounts of materials required to complete each job accurately.
  • Assisted in mixing colors to match a desired shade when necessary.
  • Repaired drywall defects prior to painting by patching holes or sanding rough spots.
  • Sanded down existing finishes that were peeling or cracked before repainting them.
  • Vacuumed up dust after sanding surfaces prior to painting them.
  • Used sandpaper to scrape walls and other surfaces to remove old paint.
  • Used brushes, spray guns and paint rollers to paint exterior surfaces.
  • Used putty knives and caulking guns to fill cracks, holes and joints with plaster, putty and caulk.
  • Applied primers or sealers to prepare new surfaces for finish coats.
  • Primed and sealed unfinished wood, plastic and metal surfaces to prepare for additional coats of paint and other finishing substances.
  • Applied paint, stain and varnish to wood, metal, plastic and drywall both inside and outside of residential dwellings using sprayers, brushes and rollers.
  • Received work orders from supervisors and clients to determine scope of work, materials needed and other job requirements.
  • Used power and hand tools safely and effectively.
  • Cleaned and smoothed surfaces prior to painting.

Education

NCEA level 1 -

Niue High School
Niue Island

Skills

  • Concrete formwork
  • Cement and pavement
  • Safety protocols
  • Site preparation
  • Protective gear
  • Paint applications
  • Dependable
  • Team player
  • Quick Learner
  • Sociable
  • Natural leader
  • Hard worker

Affiliations

  • Boxing
  • Running
  • Socializing
  • Playstation

Certification

  • Learners License

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Niuean
Professional
Samoan
Limited

Timeline

Concrete Laborer

Concrete Solutions
09.2022 - 10.2022

House Painter

W&W Painters & Decorators
01.2019 - 12.2019

NCEA level 1 -

Niue High School

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