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Vanxa Phangsouthanh

St Louis

Summary

My name is Vanxa Phangsouthanh and I am effective at working with grout and adhesives, tools and equipment to complete efficient work. Skilled at keeping work areas neat, clean, and safe. Top-notch finishing abilities and a customer service-driven approach.

Overview

1993
1993
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Granite Installer

Imperial Stone
Imperial
  • Installed granite countertops and surfaces in residential and commercial properties.
  • Prepared and measured materials for precise cuts and installations.
  • Operated cutting tools and machinery to shape granite accurately.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure timely project completion.
  • Consulted with clients regarding design options for their projects.
  • Communicated regularly with client throughout entire project timeline.
  • Reviewed blueprints and work instructions to determine and execute requirements.

Concrete

Self-employed
St Louis
  • Finished concrete surfaces using trowels and hand tools for smooth finishes.
  • Prepared and poured concrete mixtures according to project specifications and guidelines.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure project timelines were met.
  • Installed forms and reinforcements to shape concrete structures effectively.
  • Collaborated with team members to coordinate project tasks and timelines efficiently.
  • Maintained tools and equipment in clean, safe, and operational condition daily.
  • Assisted in training new workers on proper techniques for concrete finishing tasks.
  • Assisted in setting up formwork prior to pouring concrete.
  • Operated power vibrators to compact concrete into place.
  • Inspected and maintained tools and equipment.
  • Measured and cut reinforcing steel bars in order to reinforce the structure.

Roofing Laborer

Self-Employed
St Louis
  • Assisted in roof installation by lifting and positioning materials.
  • Operated hand tools and power equipment safely during roofing projects.
  • Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure work environment.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete roofing tasks efficiently.
  • Communicated effectively with colleagues regarding progress of work being done onsite.
  • Cut roofing paper to size and nailed and stapled paper to roof in overlapping strips to form base for roofing materials.
  • Trained and oversaw individuals in roofing system installations.
  • Worked on siding and have worked on flat roof.
  • Used ladders properly when accessing rooftops for repairs or installations.
  • Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.
  • Reviewed project blueprints and specifications to determine number of workers needed to complete jobs.

Carpenter

Self-Employed
St Louis
  • Constructed custom furniture using various woodworking tools and techniques.
  • Installed cabinetry and fixtures in residential properties with precision and care.
  • Collaborated with clients to design tailored solutions for their home projects.
  • Managed project timelines to meet client expectations and deadlines effectively.
  • Utilized power tools safely while adhering to all safety protocols on job sites.
  • Trained novice carpenters in basic skills and best practices for woodworking tasks.
  • Used various carpenter's hand tools, portable power tools and standard measuring instruments.
  • Operated power tools safely when performing carpentry tasks such as drilling holes into lumber pieces.
  • Measured, cut and shaped wood materials to specifications using hand tools, such as saws and chisels.
  • Laid out flooring patterns according to design templates or customer specifications.
  • Read blueprints, schematics and drawings to determine layout requirements.
  • Installed building windows, trim and cabinetry alone or with assistants to meet job deadlines.
  • Installed drywall sheets onto walls or ceilings using nails or screws.
  • Some experience with plumbing and electrical needs. No degree or certificate for either plumbing or electrical.

Equipment Operator

Self-Employed
St Louis
  • Operated heavy machinery for various construction and landscaping projects.
  • Conducted routine maintenance on equipment to ensure optimal performance.
  • Collaborated with clients to understand project requirements and timelines.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials to maintain workflow efficiency during operations.
  • Assisted in training new operators on safe equipment handling practices.
  • Operated a variety of heavy equipment such as backhoes, bulldozers and cranes to move earth and materials.
  • Used equipment to complete jobs quickly and correctly.
  • Communicated effectively with team members regarding status updates on jobsite activities.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with excavated material for transport to designated areas.
  • Transported material from one location to another using dump trucks and other vehicles.
  • Steered forklifts, hand trucks, scissor lifts, and other equipment to move materials around work sites.
  • Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
  • Monitored operation of equipment to ensure proper functioning in accordance with safety regulations.
  • Worked closely with surveyors, engineers and other personnel onsite during construction projects.

Education

O’Fallon Tech High School
O'Fallon, MO

Roosevelt High School
St Louis, MO

Skills

  • Blueprint reading
  • Granite installation
  • Equipment operation
  • Concrete finishing
  • Client consultation
  • Team collaboration
  • House Remodel

Languages

Laos
Native/ Bilingual
English
Limited

Timeline

Granite Installer

Imperial Stone

Concrete

Self-employed

Roofing Laborer

Self-Employed

Carpenter

Self-Employed

Equipment Operator

Self-Employed

O’Fallon Tech High School

Roosevelt High School

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