Faries Thomas
Jacksonville
Summary
Accomplished Brick Mason with expertise in brick cutting and retaining wall building, previously at Joey Ellison Construction. Demonstrated leadership by mentoring junior masons and enhancing productivity by 20%. Skilled in precise project execution and collaboration, ensuring quality and compliance. Proficient in hand tool mastery, delivering exceptional masonry solutions while maintaining safety and efficiency.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Brick Mason
Joey Ellison Construction
06.2013 - Current
- Determined masonry project materials' quantities and costs.
- Inspected subordinates' work to confirm compliance with accepted masonry construction practices.
- Ensured compliance with local building codes through diligent adherence to regulations during all phases of construction.
- Improved overall building stability with precise alignment of bricks and blocks using levels, plumb bobs, and straightedges.
- Preserved historical buildings by skillfully restoring damaged or deteriorated brick structures to their original condition.
Brick Mason
Rush Construction
01.2011 - 05.2013
- Implemented safety protocols on-site, fostering a culture of safety awareness among team members.
- Utilized common power and hand tools to complete each masonry project.
- Constructed and repaired brick, concrete block, and stone structures for commercial and residential customers.
- Performed building foundation layout with proper use of measuring tools.
Brick Mason
Marapese Construction
10.2006 - 12.2010
- Completed projects on time and within budget by effectively managing work schedules and prioritizing tasks.
- Collaborated with other construction professionals to ensure seamless integration of brickwork into overall building design.
- Enhanced project efficiency by accurately estimating and ordering materials for each job.
Brick Mason
Rush Construction
04.1999 - 09.2006
- Mentored junior masons in techniques and best practices for effective skill development.
- Developed strategies to improve bricklaying methods, increasing productivity across multiple projects.
- Coordinated with project managers to ensure alignment of masonry work with overall construction plans.
- Examined existing brick buildings to gauge need for repairs.
- Demonstrated accurate measurement, calculation and project layout skills.
Brick Mason
MaCrae Construction
02.1996 - 03.1999
- Constructed masonry structures with precision, ensuring adherence to design specifications and safety standards.
- Operated specialized tools such as trowels, chisels, and saws for efficient bricklaying projects.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain workflow efficiency and project timelines on-site.
- Inspected materials for quality compliance, minimizing waste and enhancing overall project integrity.
- Co-Owner of business.. Oversaw project development and provided detailed estimates.
Education
Construction Management -
Coastal Carolina Community College
Jacksonville, NC05-2021
Masonry Certificate -
Coastal Carolina Community College
Jacksonville, NC06-1996
Central Dauphin East High School
Harrisburg, PA06-1987
Skills
- Brick cutting
- Brick cleaning
- Retaining wall building
- Hand tool mastery
Timeline
Brick Mason
Joey Ellison Construction
06.2013 - Current
Brick Mason
Rush Construction
01.2011 - 05.2013
Brick Mason
Marapese Construction
10.2006 - 12.2010
Brick Mason
Rush Construction
04.1999 - 09.2006
Brick Mason
MaCrae Construction
02.1996 - 03.1999
Construction Management -
Coastal Carolina Community College
Masonry Certificate -
Coastal Carolina Community College
Central Dauphin East High School
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