Brandon Washam
Harriman
Summary
Motivated Carpenter Apprentice skilled in framing, blueprint interpretation, and cabinet installation. Committed to safety and quality craftsmanship, ready to support diverse construction projects. Reliable and punctual, consistently maintaining a safe and efficient work environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Carpenter Apprentice
Day & Zimmerman
Kingston, TN
06.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with senior carpenters to install structures and fixtures.
- Assisted in the construction of residential framing projects, contributing to precise alignment and stability of structures.
- Demonstrated commitment to quality craftsmanship by following blueprints and specifications accurately during each phase of construction.
- Expanded knowledge in various carpentry techniques such as joinery methods, wood selection, and finishes through regular collaboration with skilled carpenters.
- Installed and repaired woodwork, millwork, and cabinetry under supervision of master carpenter.
- Worked with master carpenters to install decks for both residential and commercial customers.
- Built flooring, window frames and countertops according to custom carpentry project specifications.
- Cut and shaped materials to meet outlined measurements.
- Installed insulation, trim and other finishing touches.
- Supported team members with efficient material handling, ensuring timely availability of required supplies for each task.
- Maintained tools and equipment, ensuring readiness for daily tasks.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks on job sites.
- Enhanced job site safety through diligent adherence to OSHA regulations and maintaining a clean work environment.
- Erected and demoed scaffolding for other crafts to complete their job.
- Built houses/offices with wood and metal studs depending on what was in the blueprint.
- Calculated dimensions and amount of needed materials by accurately measuring job site and structures.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and construction documents to determine project directives.
- Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
- Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment.
- Managed inventory of tools, supplies and equipment.
- Safely operated electric cordless and hammer drills and cutting torches.
- Learned advanced carpentry techniques through hands-on experience and mentorship.
- Adapted to various construction environments, from residential to commercial projects, demonstrating versatility.
- Participated in team discussions to improve workflow efficiency.
- Adapted quickly to new techniques and tools within carpentry tasks.
- Kept job site cleaned up properly and all debris disposed of in respective containers.
- Kept job site cleaned up properly and all debris disposed of in respective containers.
Carpenter Apprentice
SPX
Spring City, TN
02.2025 - 04.2025
- Executed finish work including trim installation and cabinetry assembly.
- Utilized hand tools such as hammers, chisels, levels, squares, and measuring tapes to complete tasks with precision and efficiency.
- Cut materials to precise specifications for installation according to specifications in preparation for installation.
- Prepared materials accurately using hand and power tools to make precise cuts.
- Collaborated with experienced carpenters to improve skillset through hands-on training and mentorship opportunities.
- Learned blueprint reading to support project execution effectively.
- Gained valuable education in residential and commercial building codes.
- Contributed to reducing material waste, carefully measuring and planning cuts.
- Supported project leads with detailed sketches and plans, improving communication and project clarity.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Engaged in constructive feedback sessions, contributing to continuous improvement of work practices.
Carpenter Apprentice
Self-employeed
Deer Lodge, TN
01.2022 - 01.2025
- Constructed various structures residential homes among the community.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Demonstrated adaptability by working on a diverse range of projects including residential remodels, commercial fit-outs, and new construction.
- Increased durability of constructed frameworks with skilled joinery techniques.
- Enhanced aesthetic appeal of finished projects by applying finishes and treatments to wood surfaces.
- Ensured client satisfaction through accurate execution of custom carpentry projects.
- Deepened carpentry skills in joinery techniques, wood selection, and finishes through hands-on collaboration with skilled carpenters.
- Demonstrated commitment to quality craftsmanship by following blueprints and specifications accurately during each phase of construction.
- Streamlined inventory management process, ensuring availability of necessary materials.
- Strengthened communication skills through daily interaction with clients, architects, suppliers, subcontractors, and other team members on various projects.
- Collaborated with electricians and plumbers to coordinate installations, enhancing overall project efficiency.
- Ensured compliance with building codes and regulations, contributing to successful inspection pass rate.
- Enhanced workplace safety by maintaining clean and organized job sites.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize risks on job sites.
- Followed protocols and stayed organized to provide personal and teammate safety.
- Executed finish work including trim installation and cabinetry assembly.
- Measured, cut and installed drywall, paneling and other materials.
- Installed drywall, ceilings, trim and fabricated replacement trim and moldings.
- Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
- Built flooring, window frames and countertops according to custom carpentry project specifications.
- Worked with master carpenters to install decks for both residential and commercial customers.
- Built and hung custom doors and frames.
- Assembled and installed furniture and cabinetry.
- Reduced material waste by optimizing cut lists and effectively repurposing scrap materials.
- Oversaw tool and supply inventory of tools, supplies and equipment.
- Collaborated with experienced carpenters to improve skillset through hands-on training and mentorship opportunities.
- Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
- Oversaw tool and supply inventory of tools, supplies and equipment.
- Executed finish work including trim installation and cabinetry assembly.
- Collaborated with experienced carpenters to improve skillset through hands-on training and mentorship opportunities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sunbright High School
Sunbright, TNSkills
- General carpentry
- Framing
- Cabinet installation
- Door and window installation
- Stairs and railings
- Finish carpentry
- Drywall installation
- Material prepping
- Hardware installation
- Power tool operation
- Hand tool proficiency
- Carpentry techniques
- Building code regulations
- Worksite safety
- Scaffolding setup
- Temporary structure setup
- Foundation work
- Subflooring installation
- Commercial installation
- Repair work
- Project management
- Special projects
- Project management
- Physical stamina
- Foundation work
- Finish carpentry
- Subflooring installation
- Commercial installation
Timeline
Carpenter Apprentice
Day & Zimmerman
06.2025 - Current
Carpenter Apprentice
SPX
02.2025 - 04.2025
Carpenter Apprentice
Self-employeed
01.2022 - 01.2025
High School Diploma -
Sunbright High School