Sean Kaufman
East Brady
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Union Carpenter
Steel City Scaffold
Pittsburgh
03.2023 - Current
- Constructed scaffolding structures for commercial and residential projects.
- Interpreted blueprints to ensure accurate layout and assembly of scaffolding systems.
- Operated hand and power tools safely to assemble and disassemble scaffold components.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely project completion and safety compliance.
- Inspected scaffolding setups for stability and adherence to safety standards daily.
- Assisted in training new carpenters on scaffold assembly techniques and safety practices.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring they met operational standards for efficiency.
- Communicated effectively with site supervisors to address project needs and concerns.
- Maintained tools and equipment in a safe and secure manner.
Union Carpenter
BrandSafway
Carnegie
01.2020 - 03.2023
- Supervised scaffold assembly and disassembly for various construction projects.
- Coordinated team schedules to ensure timely project completion and safety compliance.
- Trained new staff on scaffold safety protocols and proper equipment usage.
- Inspected scaffolding structures for compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Communicated with project managers to assess scaffold requirements for upcoming jobs.
- Led daily safety meetings to reinforce best practices among crew members.
- Maintained inventory of scaffolding materials and equipment for efficient operations.
- Resolved on-site issues related to scaffold setups, ensuring minimal disruption to workflow.
- Inspected jobs for accuracy, safety and compliance.
- Directed the assembly of scaffolding components to create safe and secure structures.
- Inspected all tools, materials, and equipment prior to use on job sites.
- Supervised daily operations of scaffold erectors and dismantlers.
- Provided guidance in the proper use of hand tools, power tools, and other related equipment.
- Safely and accurately built scaffolding in confined spaces like cooling towers.
- Cleaned and organized work areas to prevent accidents and dangerous situations.
- Broke down structures following project completion.
- Analyzed base surfaces to identify potential obstructions or safety hazards.
Union Carpenter
Safeway
Sharpsburg
01.2013 - 01.2020
- Constructed scaffolding structures for commercial and residential projects.
- Interpreted blueprints to ensure accurate layout and assembly of scaffolding systems.
- Operated hand and power tools safely to assemble and disassemble scaffold components.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely project completion and safety compliance.
- Inspected scaffolding setups for stability and adherence to safety standards daily.
- Assisted in training new carpenters on scaffold assembly techniques and safety practices.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring they met operational standards for efficiency.
- Communicated effectively with site supervisors to address project needs and concerns.
- Maintained tools and equipment in a safe and secure manner.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations when operating power tools or working at heights.
- Measured materials accurately for construction projects.
- Built scaffolding systems for elevated work areas on construction sites.
- Set up ladders safely when accessing high places on job sites.
Union Carpenter
Tom Brown Contracting
Pittsburgh
06.1998 - 01.2013
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely project completion and safety compliance.
- Assisted in training new carpenters on scaffold assembly techniques and safety practices.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring they met operational standards for efficiency.
- Communicated effectively with site supervisors to address project needs and concerns.
- Maintained tools and equipment in a safe and secure manner.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations when operating power tools or working at heights.
- Measured materials accurately for construction projects.
- Set up ladders safely when accessing high places on job sites.
- Performed maintenance tasks such as sanding down rough edges of wooden objects.
- Repaired existing structures by replacing damaged parts or sections of woodwork.
- Read technical drawings and blueprints accurately to determine dimensions and layout of installations.
- Cut and installed tile and hardwood flooring for residential and commercial buildings.
- Procured and completed required permit approvals prior to starting projects.
- Performed various carpentry duties, including both rough and finish carpentry.
- Took accurate measurements to calculate size and amount of materials needed for project completion.
- Worked independently on projects and tasks within carpentry team.
Education
4 Year Carpenter's Union Apprenticeship - Carpenter
Local 432 Carpenters Union
Pittsburgh 09-2002
Skills
- Scaffold assembly
- Safety compliance
- Equipment maintenance
- Finish carpentry
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- OSHA certification
- Flooring installation
- Commercial construction experience
- Custom woodworking
- Scaffolding construction
- General laborer
- Carpentry expertise
- Exceptional finish carpentry skills
- Flooring construction
Certification
- Journeyman Certificate
- OSHA 10 Construction Certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Union Carpenter
Steel City Scaffold
03.2023 - Current
Union Carpenter
BrandSafway
01.2020 - 03.2023
Union Carpenter
Safeway
01.2013 - 01.2020
Union Carpenter
Tom Brown Contracting
06.1998 - 01.2013
4 Year Carpenter's Union Apprenticeship - Carpenter
Local 432 Carpenters Union