Joseph D. Craven
nascarracing[at]localnet.com
March 3, 2009


OBJECTIVE

A talented carpenter foreman with experience in supervising, constructing, installing,

finishing, and repairing wooden and metal structures on residential and commercial

buildings seeking challenging carpentry position.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

More than ten years experience.

Profound knowledge of residential and commercial construction and remodeling trades,

practices, procedures, techniques, tools, equipment, materials, specifications, quality

control, cost control, and safety.

Lead foreman and trainer in the fundamentals of carpentry and building trades.

Excellent mathematical skills necessary to do material estimates.

Roofing (shingles, metal, and proper use of flashing), framing, siding installation (wood,

vinyl, and hardi-plank), and installing interior/ exterior trim work.

Framing of floor systems, walls, roof systems, porches, and decks. Framing rough openings

and setting doors and windows.

Layout stairs and common rafters, hips and valleys. Layout foundations and digging

footings, and installing rebar.

Hang and finish drywall (ready to paint!)

Great interpersonal and communication skills with an exceptional ability to understand

verbal and written instructions.

Strong ability to read and understand blueprints, organize jobs, assign task, and visualize

all steps in the building process.

Profound commitment to meeting or exceeding goals in a timely manner.


PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Carpenter Foreman/Michael J. Hipple Builder, Inc

2002- Present

Effectively lead and train a framing crew.

Operate all types of woodworking equipment (table and circular saws, drills, grinders,

planer, jointer, and numerous other hand tools).

Perform window, door, and major roof repairs, and install doors (interior, exterior, and

hardware).

Construct custom homes, garages, and pole buildings.

Demolish and/or construct interior and exterior building partitions.

Confident in performing basic plumbing and electrical repairs.

Perform finish carpentry work (moldings, custom trim work, and cabinets).

Install and finish drywall and drop ceilings.

Demolish and reconstruct commercial buildings using steel frame materials.

Design and build decks and porches.

Install and build forms, pour, and finish concrete.

Comply with company and OSHA safety procedures while performing work expeditiosly and in a

timely manner.

Security Officer / VA Department of Juvenile Justice 2001 - 2002

Security clearance, Department of Juvenile Justice.

Carpenter Apprentice/Southeastern Indiana Vocational Trade School 1998-2000

Studied blueprints, specification sheets, and drawings to determin style and window or wall

panel required. Installed prefab windows, doors, insulation, wall, ceiling, and floor

panels, and siding.

Filled cracks, seams, depressions, and nail holes. Removed surface defects using knife,

scraper, wet sponge and sanding tools.

Measured and cut materials, sidings and moldings, sections of weather board, openings in

sheetrock, and lumber using hand tools and power tools.

Realigned windows and screens to fit casements. Repaired and replaced defective locks,

hinges, cranks, and pieces of wood.

Measured and marked location of studs, rough openings, headers, using tape measure,

templates, and marker.

Combat Medic / United States Army 1981 - 2001

Retired honorably, as a Medical Non Comissioned Officer.


EDUCATION

Southeastern Indiana Vocational School 1998-2000
Building Trades

University of Maryland 1996 - 1998
Completed 60 College Credits

Milan Junior / Senior High School 1977-1981
High School Diploma

REFERENCES
Available upon request.