Robert Wells
Cedar
Summary
Detail-oriented Concrete Mason with proven skills in concrete finishing, form construction, and surface preparation. Committed to delivering high-quality workmanship and maintaining project timelines.
CDL license holder.
Heavy equipment operator.
Snow plowing experience in a truck, bobcat, and front-end loader.
Semi and dump truck driving experience.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Concrete Mason
Stoneridge concrete and masonry
Anoka
05.2016 - Current
- Operated tools and equipment for concrete pouring and finishing.
- Prepared surfaces for concrete installation by leveling and grading.
- Mixed concrete with precise ratios for optimal consistency and strength.
- Constructed forms and molds for various concrete structures.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure project timelines were met.
- Assisted in training new employees on proper techniques and safety measures.
- Placed expansion joints at regular intervals to minimize cracking due to temperature changes.
- Operated power trowels to level surfaces of freshly poured concrete.
- Inspected completed projects for conformance with job specifications including dimensions, quality of finish work and safety requirements.
- Repaired minor imperfections in existing concrete surfaces using chisels, grinders or patching compounds.
- Utilized various masonry tools such as hammers, drills, saws or mixers when necessary.
- Cleaned up job sites after completion of project removing all excess materials from site area.
- Checked grades with levels and transits during construction processes.
- Cut out damaged areas of existing concrete using jackhammer and replaced with new material.
- Marked guidelines on subgrade before beginning pour operations according to blueprint specifications.
- Provided assistance in lifting heavy objects onto scaffolding when needed.
- Installed reinforcing steel bars, rods, or mesh in concrete forms prior to pouring.
- Built formwork for stairs, walkways, driveways, curbs, gutters and sidewalks.
- Prepared surface areas prior to laying down cement by clearing debris and pre-treating with water or other materials specified in plans.
- Dug trenches for footings and installed drainage systems as required by blueprints or drawings.
- Screeded and floated concrete surfaces according to specifications using hand tools such as floats and trowels.
- Applied sealers to finished surfaces to protect the concrete from weathering elements.
- Prepared concrete by mixing water with cement, sand and gravel.
- Laid building materials such as ceramic tile, bricks, concrete blocks and glass blocks using mortar or other substances to join.
- Laid bricks or blocks in the proper configurations according to plans.
- Cut and split bricks or other materials to fit written and illustrated dimensions.
- Cleaned and prepared work surfaces with appropriate tools and solvents.
- Built bracing systems, forms and supports for pouring foundations and construction.
- Calculated mixture ratios, angles and square footage to determine materials needed and plan layouts.
- Reviewed blueprints, drawings and plans to build masonry features and structures.
- Communicated with customers before starting work to inform of noise, obstructions or interruptions.
- Restored mortar joints by removing mortar to exact depth and replacing with fresh mortar.
- Moved bricks, tools, and supplies with equipment such as forklifts and hand trucks.
- Configured expansion joints and edges with related tools.
- Applied stains, sealer and curing agents to masonry.
- Built forms to specific dimensions to shape wet concrete.
- Installed anchor bolts, steel plates and other fixtures in freshly poured concrete.
- Signaled truck driver to pour concrete and move chute, directing concrete on forms.
- Produced rough concrete surface using brooms.
- Shaped rounded edges on corners with edger tool and created grooves to control cracking.
- Repaired unsafe curbs, gutters, sidewalks, driveways and roadways.
- Protected surfaces from avoidable damages by using correct forming, bracing, preparation, and finishing techniques.
Derrickhand
Helmerich & Payne Inc
Dickinson
12.2011 - 02.2016
- Assisted in rigging and unrigging operations to ensure safety compliance.
- Monitored drilling fluid levels and adjusted as needed for optimal performance.
- Collaborated with crew members to execute drilling plans effectively.
- Conducted routine inspections of tools and equipment for maintenance needs.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks on the drilling site.
- Trained new personnel on operational procedures and safety standards.
- Documented daily activities and reported issues to the supervisor promptly.
- Maintained clean worksite, equipment and tools to promote efficiency and effectiveness.
- Assisted with pipe tallying, rigging up and pipe handling processes.
- Inspected fall arrest systems, harnesses, derricks and hoisting components for safety.
- Performed routine repairs and preventive maintenance on rigs and circulation machinery.
- Monitored gauges on the rig floor to determine pressure levels within the wellbore.
- Assisted with mud house and chemical sack room procedures.
- Removed debris from around the rig area following completion of a job site activity.
- Responded quickly to any changes in conditions that could affect safety onsite.
- Mixed drilling fluids and handled hazardous chemicals.
- Assisted in the installation and removal of blowout preventers at well sites.
- Performed routine inspections of drill pipe before and after use.
- Pulled and laid rods, tubing and casing using forklifts and winches.
- Provided technical advice regarding various aspects of Derrickhand duties when requested by management personnel.
- Worked closely with supervisors to ensure that all procedures were followed correctly when working with a derrick structure.
- Monitored mud pump manifolds and guided pipes to drill holes.
- Communicated regularly with other members of the crew regarding progress on tasks related to derrick work.
- Loaded and unloaded supplies from trucks to support drilling operations.
- Repaired downhole tools as needed while performing maintenance on a derrick structure.
- Assisted in rigging operations by attaching cables to lifting devices or hoisting equipment.
- Operated cranes and other heavy machinery when necessary for derrick work.
- Set up scaffolding around the derrick structure for safe access during repairs or modifications.
- Conducted elevator handling, hardline construction and energy isolation procedures.
- Reported incidents and issues to professionals for quick mitigation and efficient resolution.
- Checked alignment of drill pipes prior to lowering them into the wellbore.
- Maintained records of all materials used in the construction or repair of a derrick structure.
- Mixed mud, water and chemicals to attain required viscosity and pumped mud into bore hole.
- Served on crew that maintained service rigs and performed day-to-day operation.
- Documented drilling, maintained records and submitted status and result reports.
- Supervised employee productivity and overall drilling procedures.
- Listened to operating drills, confirmed normal vibrations and collected material samples from hole to monitor output.
- Mastered complete derrick design, managed derrick operation and read and tracked console readings.
- Actuated controls to stabilize machines and to position and align drills.
Owner
Wells Masonry
Isanti
01.1999 - 12.2011
- Managed daily operations for masonry projects and ensured timely completion.
- Supervised a team of skilled craftsmen to deliver high-quality workmanship.
- Developed client relationships to understand project requirements and expectations.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and industry standards on job sites.
- Coordinated material procurement and inventory management for ongoing projects.
- Trained new employees on masonry techniques and safety protocols.
- Created project timelines and schedules to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Resolved customer concerns promptly to maintain satisfaction and loyalty.
- Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
- Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
- Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
- Supervised performance of workers with goals of improving productivity, efficiency and cost savings.
- Negotiated with vendors to gain optimal pricing on products resulting in substantial increase in profit margin.
- Led startup and creation of operational procedures and workflow planning.
- Collaborated with other owners on joint ventures and shared resources.
- Conducted performance reviews for employees on a regular basis.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
Education
High School Diploma -
St.Francis High School
Saint Francis, MN06.1987
Skills
- Concrete finishing
- Form construction
- Surface preparation
- Equipment operation
- Project management
- Team collaboration
- Customer communication
- Safety compliance
- Problem solving
- Time management
- Employee training
- Quality control
- Joint sealing
- Weatherproofing application
- Power tool operation
- Layout planning
- Leveling proficiency
- Foundation laying
- Decorative techniques
- Hand tool expertise
- Reinforcing installation
- Slab pouring
- Formwork construction
- Concrete pathways
- Blueprint reading expertise
- Bricklaying skills
- Brick laying
- Historic preservation
- Stone carving
- Estimating materials
- Construction safety
- Repair work
- Chimney building
- Wall construction
- Paver installation
- Stonework restoration
- Tile setting
- Arch construction
- Retaining wall construction
- Waterproofing techniques
- Trowel handling
- Fireplace construction
- Concrete staining
- Muriatic acid handling
- Laborer supervision
- Attention to detail
- Power tools operation
- Equipment inspection
Certification
CDL drivers license
Timeline
Concrete Mason
Stoneridge concrete and masonry
05.2016 - Current
Derrickhand
Helmerich & Payne Inc
12.2011 - 02.2016
Owner
Wells Masonry
01.1999 - 12.2011
High School Diploma -
St.Francis High School