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Keith Leaning

Holland

Summary


With over a decade of experience in masonry, carpentry, and insulation, including as owner and Mason/Landscaper at Leadmine Stonework, I bring a blend of precision in carpentry and stone/block laying, along with the drive required by being self employed.

My BPI certification and expertise in antique home restoration underscore my technical proficiency and dedication to quality craftsmanship.

Dependable employee adeptly completes a wide array of masonry and carpentry projects.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Mason/Landscaper

Leadmine Stonework
04.2000 - Current

Owner/operator of masonry business, specializing in residential hardscaping.


  • Design and installation of various hard scape projects such as: dry and mortared stone walls, block walls, walkway, steps and other structures
  • Stone veneering
  • Concrete flat work and steps
  • Read plans and design drawings to determine work requirements and sequence of tasks
  • Other landscape operations such as: snowplowing, skid steer work, drainage and grading, light tree work and plantings.
  • Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications.

Assistant Carpenter

Cosgrove Construction
06.2020 - 08.2024
  • Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
  • Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
  • Prepared materials accurately using hand and power tools to make precise cuts.
  • Removed/ installed various types of siding
  • Hung and trimmed custom doors, windows and skylights
  • Ran cellulose insulation blower/ performed foam air sealing

Insulation Foreman

Dr Energy Saver
01.2017 - 04.2019
  • Created and implemented plans to maximize efficiency of workers.
  • Worked alongside construction and extraction workers to facilitate timely completion of projects.
  • Ran dense-pack and open insulation blowing machinery
  • Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
  • Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
  • Oversaw and performed daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Park Administration

University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Amherst, MA

Skills

  • BPI certification as building analyst and envelope specialist
  • Mortar/ Concrete mixing, stone/ block laying
  • Over 1200 hours skid steer experience
  • Proficiency in multiple trades, especially masonry, carpentry and insulation
  • Antique home restoration knowledge and experience
  • blower door testing
  • Snowplowing

Timeline

Assistant Carpenter

Cosgrove Construction
06.2020 - 08.2024

Insulation Foreman

Dr Energy Saver
01.2017 - 04.2019

Mason/Landscaper

Leadmine Stonework
04.2000 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Park Administration

University of Massachusetts, Amherst
Keith Leaning