Koury Lachance
Clarksville
Summary
Driven and dependable construction leader with over a decade of experience in commercial, civil, and military infrastructure projects. Proven track record in supervising crews, coordinating multi-trade teams, managing schedules, and delivering high-quality builds under tight deadlines. Hands-on leadership style with strong technical expertise in blueprint interpretation, structural framing, refrigeration installation, and interior systems. Committed to safety, efficiency, and team morale, bringing Marine Corps discipline and problem-solving skills to every project. Holds OSHA 10, Fall Protection, Aerial Lift, and Rigging certifications, with an active Secret Security Clearance.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Union Carpenter – Refrigeration Department
Murphy Company
03.2003 - Current
- Install commercial refrigeration systems, including freezers, chillers, and display cases, for grocery and retail environments.
- Coordinate with multiple trades to ensure seamless integration of refrigeration systems with building infrastructure.
- Maintain strict compliance with safety protocols and quality control standards.
- Provide leadership and technical guidance to junior carpenters and installers.
- Planned projects by identifying necessary equipment, tools, and required assistance.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Measured, drilled and sawed materials to perform successful home improvements.
- Assisted in training new carpenters to demonstrate techniques, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
Union Carpenter / Lead Installer
Square Up Construction
06.2020 - 03.2023
- Supervised crews of 3–10 tradesmen on commercial interior system installations.
- Coordinated directly with general contractors, project managers, and inspectors to maintain project alignment.
- Managed scheduling, material procurement, and daily reports to ensure timely project delivery.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Collaborated with other construction workers to coordinate projects and streamline process.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and construction documents to determine project directives.
- Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
- Followed protocols and stayed organized to provide personal and teammate safety.
- Loaded and unloaded building materials used for construction.
- Calculated materials and time needed for each job.
Union Carpenter
Vetter Construction
06.2019 - 05.2020
- Performed structural layout and framing for commercial projects per blueprint specifications.
- Facilitated coordination between subcontractors and in-house crews for efficient workflow.
- Led safety briefings and mentored apprentice carpenters.
- Discarded debris and disposed waste to maintain cleanliness and quality standards.
- Cut, shaped and installed siding, roofing and framing to protect interior of properties from harsh weather conditions.
- Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
- Measured, cut and installed drywall, paneling and other materials.
Electrician Helper
Caito Electric
03.2018 - 10.2018
- Assisted in electrical system installation on mid-size commercial builds.
- Worked alongside superintendents to align electrical work with overall project timelines.
- Pulled EMT and PVC conduit wire according to plans and code requirements.
- Handled installation of electrical components by splicing, joining, and connecting wire.
- Repaired light fixtures, controls, switches, relays, and circuit breaker panels based on detailed evaluations.
- Learned and followed latest electrical codes and regulations to deliver compliant electrical systems.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to accurately install new electrical systems.
Expeditionary Airfield Systems Technician
U.S. Marine Corps – Global Deployment
01.2009 - 01.2013
- Led construction and maintenance of airfields in high-pressure environments.
- Operated and inspected heavy equipment, including 25-ton cranes and tactical forklifts.
- Enforced safety procedures and produced detailed progress reports under military protocols.
- Spearheaded personnel safety initiatives to foster safe operating environment for all aircraft operations.
- Oversaw fueling, cargo management, and departure of aircraft at a busy facility with daily departures and arrivals.
- Collaborated with maintenance crews and air traffic control to resolve problems and facilitate seamless operations.
- Coordinated with other agencies to maintain safe and secure airfield environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Francis Howell North
St Louis06-2009
Skills
- Field Personnel Supervision
- Construction Scheduling & Progress Tracking
- Blueprint Reading & Site Layout
- Daily Reporting & Documentation
- OSHA Safety Leadership
- Ground-Up & Interior Build-Outs
- Refrigeration System Installation (Freezers, Chillers, Display Cases)
- Subcontractor & Vendor Coordination
- Decision-Making Under Pressure
- Team Leadership, Training & Morale
- Client, GC & Inspector Communication
- Project estimation
- Site cleanup
- Drywall installation
- Blueprint interpretation
- OSHA certification
Certification
- OSHA 10 Construction
- Fall Protection Qualified
- Aerial Lift Operator
- STI Scaffold User
- Rigging Awareness
- Secret Security Clearance
- Valid Driver’s License
Timeline
Union Carpenter / Lead Installer
Square Up Construction
06.2020 - 03.2023
Union Carpenter
Vetter Construction
06.2019 - 05.2020
Electrician Helper
Caito Electric
03.2018 - 10.2018
Expeditionary Airfield Systems Technician
U.S. Marine Corps – Global Deployment
01.2009 - 01.2013
Union Carpenter – Refrigeration Department
Murphy Company
03.2003 - Current
High School Diploma -
Francis Howell North