yyyyyy x. yyyyyy                                                    0000 xxxxxx xxxx , xxxx , xxxxx 00000

xxx-xxx-xxxx

                                                                                                                                               abc@xyz.com

objective

highly effective professional with construction experience exploring career opportunities to utilize fabrication, carpentry, trade skills and organizational abilities in a challenging assignment.

career profile

ø  over five years of construction industry experience.

ø  four-year commercial carpenter apprenticeship with union local 1977.

ø  strong technical knowledge and ability.

ø  background in diverse projects covering all facets of construction including materials, fabrication and punctual completion.

ø  experience in blueprints and job layouts.

ø  certified rigger.

ø  strong focus on safety and regulatory compliance.

ø  in-depth experience in completing ambitious projects on-time and at-cost.

ø  extensive knowledge of carpentry, welding and tools.

ø  well-organized multi-tasker.

professional experience

obayashi/psm construction, boulder city, nv                                                                                 2007 - 2009

carpenter/welder

       performed carpentry and welding tasks on hoover dam bypass and colorado river bridge.

       constructed wooden concrete forms, including largest traveling form in north america.

       fabricated steel winch cradles, concrete panel rigging, vibrator plates and safety structures.

       assembled, installed, launched, removed and disassembled doka climbing platforms.

 

penta building group, las vegas, nv                                                                                             2006 c 2007

carpenter/builder

       constructed wooden edge, column and wall forms, deck fliers and scaffolding.

       installed inbeds, erected and plumbed wall/column forms using saws, roterhammers, jacks, etc.

       served as crane rigger/signalman and performed layout procedures for site.

       assembled, installed and maintained deck flier forms using wall jacks and winches.

 

mesa garage doors, santa ana, ca                                                                                               2005 c 2006

installer

       maintained and repaired mechanical parts such as tracks, wheels, panels, jams and anchors.

       installed and set up all types of residential and commercial garage doors.

       provided customer service.

       trusted with company-issued vehicle and radio.

education

carpenters local 1977, las vegas, nv

carpenter apprenticeship program

military experience

united states marine corps                                                                                                                             

aviation ordnance technician

 

 

 

yyyyyy x. yyyyyy                                                    0000 xxxxxx xxxx , xxxx , xxxxx 00000

xxx-xxx-xxxx

      abc@xyz.com

 

 

cover letter text

 

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hiring agent name

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dear                   :

 

i am currently seeking a challenging career opportunity in a construction capacity and am submitting my resume for your review.  in advance, i thank you for your time and consideration.

 

as demonstrated in the accompanying resume, my professional qualifications include in-depth experience in the construction sector.  to complement this background, i possess demonstrated expertise in fabrication, layout, task prioritization, work assignments, quality control and safety, as well as strong analytical, problem-solving and managerial capabilities.  as an employee, you will find me to be an enthusiastic and disciplined team player, committed to supporting you in achieving your objectives through superior performance. 

 

i am confident that i could be a valuable asset to your firm, and look forward to interviewing with you in the near future to further discuss my areas of experience and expertise that would be a contribution to your organization.

 

 

 

 

sincerely,

 

 

 

yyyyyy x. yyyyyy

 

 

 

 

 

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