Trustworthy professional offering over 38 years as a Carpenter Foreman. Focused and skilled in coordinating personnel, materials and equipment. Decisive when responding to urgent issues and resolving problems. Dedicated to quality work and work ethics.
Skills
Team management
Organization
Training & Development
PPE use
Decision-making
Job site maintenance
Safety processes and procedures
Materials estimating
Safety oversight
Construction management
Job site management
Project planning
Job planning
First Aid/CPR
Data management
Work ethic
Experience
Laborer, Carpenter Apprentice, Journeyman, Foreman, 08/1983 to 08/2004 Ati Metals – Huntsville, AL,
Interior and exterior renovation of Turtle Bay Hilton
New build of Kahuku Housing Phase, 300 homes
Interior and exterior renovation of Mayor Wright Housing, 363 units
Interior and exterior renovation of Kuhio Park Terrace, 555 units
New build of UH West Oahu Campus- classroom buildings, maintenance and mechanical buildings, a campus center and library
New build of Anaha Tower- residential high rise, 311 units, ranging from studios to 3 bedroom units as well as penthouse suites
New build of MaryKnoll Community Center- two story multipurpose facility with underground parking, gymnasium, athletic locker rooms and classrooms
New build of Punahou Case Middle School- consisting of nine classroom buildings, parking structure, maintenance facilities and improvements to existing roadways
New build of Kapolei High School- includes admin building, media center, form, music building, classroom building, central plant, playfields and play court
New build of Central Union Church-two 2-story buildings
New build of Kamehameha Schools Athletic Field- new athletic field complex (football and track)with supporting facilities
New build of Kuakini Physicians Tower- 11 story physicians office tower with 6 parking levels including the basement and 6 floors of offices
Retail renovation and expansion of Waikiki Duty Free Shoppers Galleria
New build of University of Hawaii Hamilton Library Expansion- 6 story addition to the existing Hamilton Library
New build of the Villages of Kapolei, Aeloa Homes- Phase 2= 79 Single Family Homes
New build of the Kamehameha Schools Athletic Aquatic Facility- demolition and enlarging the existing pool, new bleachers, new pool equipment install
New build of the Kapolei State Office Building- 6 story office building
New build of multi room modular construction partnered with Daewoo Corp of Korea, 832 unit development of precast concrete condo type homes. Three 4-story low rises and 3 highrises (2 buildings @ 22 stories and 1 building @17 stories)
Read and followed blueprints when planning and implementing construction phases.
Followed construction plans and instructions from supervisors and other supervisory personnel.
Maintained adherence to OSHA standards and company-defined policies.
Operated heavy equipment to transport materials.
Erected scaffolding and enforced safety measures to reduce hazards.
Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Demonstrated self-reliance by meeting and exceeding workflow needs.
Performed carpentry rough and finished work, concrete, roofing, interior and exterior finish work, form work, wire mesh,
Obtained specifications and directed work for construction crews.
Journeyman / Carpenter Foreman, 08/2004 to 11/2014 Cornair Remodeling – City, STATE,
Interior commerical renovations for the TOPA Financial Center in Honolulu Hawaii
22 story building with over 227 above ground commercial spaces
Coordinate with building security, maintenance management, sub contractors to complete building and commercial renovations, maintenance, redesign, upgrades and remodeling.
Followed OSHA and corporate safety regulations and procedures.
Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints to determine best techniques for job.
Managed movement of materials and equipment to different job sites.
Obtained strong understanding of commercial building codes.
Spoke with customers to gain better understanding of scope of project.
Mentored apprentices and inspected finished work to verify compliance with established requirements.
Planned work based on blueprints and individual project specifications.
Identified and requested PPE necessary to perform tasks.
Worked with specialty sub-contractors for special trade jobs or installations.
Journeyman Carpenter, 11/2014 to 11/2015 Albert C. Kobayashi, Inc. – City, STATE,
Parklane Ala Moana Podium - Two floors of residential parking and 25 floors of commercial parking and amenity space.
One AlaMoana Condominium- 206 units of luxury condo atop the existing 5 story department store parking structure
Followed OSHA and corporate safety regulations and procedures.
Promoted team safety by keeping work areas free of hazards.
Maintained clean and organized workplace to optimize performance, efficiency and safety.
Laid concrete, built forms, placed reinforced steel accurately infrastructure projects.
Built walls, ceilings, floors, safety rails
Utilized various tools, equipment, materials and forming systems to complete construction tasks.
Reviewed and analyzed blueprints and other technical drawings to establish full understanding of project requirements.
Carpenter Journeyman Foreman, 11/2015 to 08/2020 J Kadowaki Inc – City, STATE,
Now working with JKI building manager, I was able to do the same tasks as originally hired out to Cornair Remodeling
Responded to emergency issues quickly to maintain smooth business operations.
Interior commerical renovations for the TOPA Financial Center in Honolulu Hawaii
22 story building with over 227 above ground commercial spaces
Coordinate with building security, maintenance management, sub contractors to complete building and commercial renovations, maintenance, redesign, upgrades and remodeling.
Followed OSHA and corporate safety regulations and procedures.
Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints to determine best techniques for job.
Managed movement of materials and equipment to different job sites.
Obtained strong understanding of commercial building codes.
Spoke with customers to gain better understanding of scope of project.
Mentored [Number] apprentices and inspected finished work to verify compliance with established requirements.
Planned work based on blueprints and individual project specifications.
Identified and requested PPE necessary to perform tasks.
Prepared, cut and installed custom cabinetry, built-in bookcases and staircases.
Cut and installed tile and hardwood flooring for residential and commercial buildings.
Applied acoustic paneling to ceilings or walls to complete specified level of sound absorption and rebound.
Contracted specialty sub-contractors for special trade jobs or installations.
Covered subfloors to prevent moisture buildup and protect flooring installations.
Painted walls, ceilings, trim and doors and replaced fixtures to update building appearance.
Completed production reports and work orders and submitted to management for review to maintain open and transparent operations.
Worked with outside vendors to prepare for large system installations and complex repairs.
Read blueprints and specifications to determine best methods to approach maintenance projects.
Carpenter Journeyman, Foreman, 08/2020 to Current Cornair Remodeling Inc – City, STATE,
Currently working on Adventist Health Castle and the smaller Harry and Jeanette Weinberg Medical Plaza and Wellness Center in Kaneohe.
Perform commercial space, renovations, repairs, upgrades and maintenance
Conducted walk-through inspections and other scheduled inspections with commercial retail space vendors before, during and after the project is complete
Communicated safety standards to laborers and sub-contractors and practiced safety regulations on job sites.
Established relationships with building managers and subcontractors to align priorities, goals and objectives.
Completed projects on time and within allocated budget.
Interpreted blueprints and plans and relayed information to team of workers.
Maintained daily communication with company owner to drive forward progress of project.
Enhanced customer satisfaction ratings by resolving issues effectively and efficiently.
Eliminated project lags by inspecting work-in-progress to ensure compliance and top quality control.
Implemented quality assurance and safety standards and maintained compliance with construction contract documents and contractor safety program. Held weekly safety briefs for employees.
Read and interpreted specifications, diagrams and blueprints for job.
Observed safe work rules and utilized fall protection and PPE.
Installed building windows, trim and cabinetry alone or with assistants to meet job deadlines.
Shaped materials to exact measurements for job requirements with hand tools and power equipment.
Installed cabinets, base cabinets and crown molding.
Planned work based on blueprints and individual project specifications.
Examined buildings and project specifications to determine measurements and dimensions.
Set windows and layouts for stairs and common rafters.
Prepared, cut and installed custom cabinetry, built-in bookcases and staircases.
Cut and installed tile and hardwood flooring for residential and commercial buildings.
Applied acoustic paneling to ceilings or walls to complete specified level of sound absorption and rebound.
Covered subfloors to prevent moisture buildup and protect flooring installations.
Education and Training
High School Diploma: , Expected in 05/1981 Kapaa High School - Kapaa, HI GPA:
: LIBERAL ARTS, Expected in Hawaii Pacific College - Honolulu HI, GPA:
: Liberal Arts And General Studies, Expected in University of Hawaii - Honolulu, HI, GPA:
Trade Degree: Carpentry, Expected in 12/1985 Honolulu Community College - Honolulu, HI GPA:
Activities and Honors
Counselor on the Bishopric
Hauula 3rd Ward 7 years
Counselor on the Bishopric
BYUHC YSA 3rd Ward 6 months
Bishop of the
BYUHC YSA 3rd Ward 3 years- current
Hobbies:
Pop Warner Coach 15 years
Koolauloa Youth Athletic Club
PAL league - 5 years
Basketball coach
AYSO- 5 years
Quarter back coach 2 years
Kahuku High School Varsity
Quarter back coach 1 year
Kahuku High School - present
*In my spare time I love to remodel old homes, assist those who need help with renovations, building and cleanng projects!
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