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0-5 years of experience
Provided building construction and demolition services and adhered to work safety codes.
- Utilized drills, hammers and electrical saws to break concrete structures.
- Cleared debris, trash and hazardous materials from assigned site and prepared it for renovation.
- Offered mechanical expertise to operate pumps and generators during demolition work.
- Assisted in constructing and painting steel columns and walls
- Helped in loading and unloading of trucks and transported all trash to dumpster.
0-5 years of experience
Provided building construction and demolition services and adhered to work safety codes.
- Utilized drills, hammers and electrical saws to break concrete structures.
- Cleared debris, trash and hazardous materials from assigned site and prepared it for renovation.
- Offered mechanical expertise to operate pumps and generators during demolition work.
- Assisted in constructing and painting steel columns and walls.
- Helped in loading and unloading of trucks and transported all trash to dumpster.
- Removed snow and trees from parking areas and roofs.
0-5 years of experience
Used tools and equipment to demolish walls in old buildings.
- Inserted explosives as directed by the demolitions head.
- Assured the safety of the surrounding before demolishing the section of the building.
- Prepared the tools required for the installation of the wall panels in the building.
- Organized tools and equipment and ensured good working conditions.
0-5 years of experience
Responsible for dismantling existing walls in order to reconstruct the entire area.
- Repaired and texturized walls as well as various surfaces.
- Prepared primes and sand surfaces in order to enhance finishes.
- Operate painting equipment such as brushes, rolls, and textured sprays.
- Offered assistance when needed.
0-5 years of experience
2003. Worked as a pipe cutter, heavy equipment operator, forklift driver, and performed general clean up duties to dismantle the Libby Lumber Mill.
- Longs Realty, Bowie, TX. Performed demolition and clean up on old houses.
- Bought non-working vehicles, disassembled them and sold off parts.
- Procured, chopped, sold and delivered firewood.
- Cut and pealed logs for AA Log Homes, Inc.
- Perform snow removal from parking lots and roofs each year for Cabinet Mountain Auto Dealership.
- Helped floor cleaning crew for Pamida Discount Store once a week.
- Used chainsaws and wood chipper equipment and removed logs and trees for Blaky Tree Service.
- Hauled hay, fed and groomed horses and cleaned barns for local rancher.
- Gathered honey from locations around the area and perform general tasks associated with bee keeping for McLaury Apiaries.
0-5 years of experience
Demolished interior and exterior of buildings and houses for reconstruction and renovation.
- Took safety precautions to maintain a safe work area.
- Used sledge hammer and other tools as needed to complete tasks in timely manner.
- Followed foreman's instructions and assisted with special projects.
0-5 years of experience
Secured plant area and pipelines for welding projects, according to Chevron corporate safety and OSHA guidelines
- Inspect pipelines and plant areas for welding sparks and hazardous materials while maintaining the guidelines of the Chevron corporate safety and OSHA
- Ensure the safety of colleagues by monitoring moderate noise and temperature environmental conditions
- Performed periodic safety audits for potential fire hazards on worksite and convey findings
0-5 years of experience
Provided building construction and demolition services and adhere to work safety codes
- Stripped out fittings, remove doors and windows, and dismantle roof structures using a sledgehammer
- Followed strict health and safety regulations at all times; Trained in the safe removal of hazardous materials such as asbestos and other toxic chemicals
- Utilized drills, hammers, and electrical saws to break concrete structure
0-5 years of experience
Used tools and equipment to demolish walls in old buildings.
- Assured the safety of the surrounding before demolishing the section of the building.
- Cooperated with fellow construction workers.
- Achieved company goals by insuring that schedules and objectives were met.
6-10 years of experience
Perform tasks involving physical labor at construction sites and homes.
- Handled the demolition of concrete floors, stairs and hallways
- Assisted in the preparation of plumbing and electrical work
- Performed installation for ceiling and insulation work
0-5 years of experience
Assist in the demolition of buildings, which includes the operation of jack hammers and drills to break up concrete or pavement.
- Place, consolidate, and protect case-in-place concrete or masonry structures.
- Provide power for tools, machinery, and all equipment by operating the pumps, compressors and generators.
- Position, join, align, and seal structural components, such as concrete wall sections and pipes.
- Shovel cement and other materials into portable cement mixers; and mix, pour, and spread concrete.
- Signal equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery, equipment, and materials.
0-5 years of experience
- Perform demolition and reconstruction work for full-service general contractor working on large commercial properties throughout the United States. Specialize in the demolition and restoration of commercial properties damaged by fire, smoke, soot, mold, water damage, wind, hurricanes and tornados.
- Demolish walls in damaged buildings using construction equipment and tools
- Installed dry wall during reconstruction phase of project
- Coordinated the prompt arrival and managed the organization and efficiency of equipment the van at each project
0-5 years of experience
Organized tools for demolition
- Erect and disassemble scaffolding, shoring and braces: as well as other temporary structures.
- Measure, mark and record the openings for the distances which are the layout area that will be graded or erected for the building structures.
- Dig ditches and level earth to grade specification by using a pick and shovel.
- Position, align, join and seal the structural components; such as concrete wall sections and pipes.
- Finish and smooth cement, concrete by using a float, trowel, screed or powered cement finishing tool.
6-10 years of experience
Organize and schedule weekly activities.
- Prepare daily and weekly reports to communicate job progress.
- Purchase and deliver materials to jobsites and maintain budget.
- Ensure work was completed in a timely fashion and according to specification.
- Conduct quality control inspections.
- Clean jobsites to provide daily safety.
0-5 years of experience
Cleaned or prepared construction sites to eliminate possible hazards.
- Read plans, instructions, or specifications to determine work activities.
- Controlled traffic passing near, in, or around work zones.
- Signaled equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, or adjustment of machinery, equipment, or materials.
- Dug ditches or trenches, backfill excavations, or compact and level earth to grade specifications, using picks, shovels, pneumatic tampers, or rakes.
- Positioned, joined, aligned, or sealed structural components, such as concrete wall sections or pipes; measured, mark, or recorded openings or distances to layout areas where construction work will be performed.
- Loaded, unloaded, or identify building materials, machinery, or tools, distributing them to the appropriate locations, according to project plans or specifications.
- Erected or dismantled scaffolding, shoring, braces, traffic barricades, ramps, or other temporary structures; positioned or dismantled forms for pouring concrete, using saws, hammers, nails, or bolts; cleaned, buffed and waxed floors.
0-5 years of experience
- Gutted (stripped the inside of anything of value, such as pipes, radiators, and light fixtures)
- Picked up debris and dumped it into trucks to be hauled away
- Used compressors and air guns to break up concrete
- Used wrecking bars, sledgehammers, axes, and shovels to demolish smaller brick or wooden structures.
0-5 years of experience
Read and interpret plans and specifications for a demolition projects
- Assembled and dismantled restricted height scaffolding
- Used demolition tools and equipment manually or mechanically
- Constructed and dismantled fences and gates
0-5 years of experience
- Welded and assisted in the dismantling of various NYC transit substations.
- Operated forklift and other heavy duty equipment.
- Safely demolish the assigned buildings and properly disposed of the building materials and debris.
0-5 years of experience
Assisting in demolition of multi floor buildings
- Handling multiple power tools such as: 50 lb. jack hammers, Hilti & Bosch chipping guns, sawzalls, power saws, air guns, drills etc.
- Removed asbestos or possible ACM from premises
- Served as a fire watch when a burning operation was taking place
- Helped in loading and unloading delivery trucks
- Cleared debris, trash and hazardous materials from assigned areas
- Assured the safety of the surroundings before demolishing sections of building
- Organized tools and equipment
- Made sure all tools were in working condition
- Set up scaffolding when needed
0-5 years of experience
Perform tasks involving physical labor at construction sites
- Operate hand and power tools of all types: air hammers, earth tampers, cement mixers, small mechanical hoists, surveying and measuring equipment, and a variety of other equipment and instruments
- Cleaned and prepare sites, dig trenches, set braces to support the sides of excavations, erect scaffolding, and clean up rubble, debris and other waste materials
- Assisted other craft workers
0-5 years of experience
Construction Site Cleanup
- Worked with site supervisor and crew to provide cleanup on construction sites.
- On new construction sites, duties included sweeping, wiping down and mopping, power washing and cleaning brick.
- On completed sites (new schools), duties included general cleaning, classroom setup, stripping and cleaning floors, moving furniture and equipment and furniture assembly.
0-5 years of experience
Perform tasks involving physical labor at construction sites.
- Operate hand and power tools of all types
- Mix ingredients to create compounds for covering or cleaning surfaces
- Dig ditches or trenches, backfill excavations, or compact and level earth to grade specifications, using picks, shovels, pneumatic tampers, or rakes
0-5 years of experience
Cleaned construction site to eliminate possible hazards.
- Razed buildings and salvaged useful materials.
- Erected and disassembled and other temporary structures.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks and hauled and hoisted materials.
- Lifted, carried and held building materials, tools and supplies.
0-5 years of experience
Tear-down of existing structure and prepare area for re-build
- Digs trenches, backfill holes, and compact earth to prepare for construction
- Use various power tools, propane torches, saws, and jack-hammer
- Clearing of debris-rock, tile, floor, bathtubs, fixtures, appliances, scrap-metal, brick
- Pays strict attention to the safety of self and co-workers at all times
0-5 years of experience
Assisted construction site workers in military demolition activities
- Unloaded and loaded construction materials and distributed materials to appropriate locations
- Erected scaffolding, removed debris, cleaned up spills, and removed hazardous materials
- Assisted heavy equipment operators to secure special attachments to equipment
- Operated pneumatic hammers, vibrators, and tampers
0-5 years of experience
Performed demolition as directed by General Contractor
- Used Sanders, drills, jackhammers
- Ensured demolition procedures and clean up procedures
- Assisted builders
0-5 years of experience
Assisted in carrying tools, equipment, and wood to different sites.
- Skilled in the use of the sledge hammer, maul, and power tools used for demolition.
- Assisted in building/refurbishing houses from foundation up.
- Constructed framing of walls.
- Installed floors.
0-5 years of experience
Held long term and short term working assignments working on construction projects
- Demolishing buildings, concrete slab and wall removal
- Digging and filling trenches and ditches.
- Shoveling cement and other materials into portable cement mixers.
- Load and Unload building materials
- Work with materials such as wood plastic, fiberglass and drywall
- Controlling any traffic that is passing by the construction site
0-5 years of experience
- Able to handle working as a single or as a team member
- Great communication while working with co-workers
- Performed different activities such as cleaning rooms, halls, sweeping floors
- Paid close to attention to details and instructions.
- Moved quickly and precisely to get the job done before the deadline.
- Able to work under pressure when deadline was close
0-5 years of experience
- Installation of New Electrical
- Prepare surface for repair or replacement
- Assist in a variety of projects, including Electrical, painting, sanding, etc.
- Load, Unload, and identify building materials, machinery, and tools, and distribute them to the appropriate locations, according to project plans
- Operate power tools and heavy equipment to complete maintenance and repair
0-5 years of experience
Completed tear-down of existing structures and prepared for new construction.
- Dug trenches, backfilled holes and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.
- Mixed porridge of catch basins and poured and sawed off concrete and asphalt.
- Consistently assumed additional responsibilities and worked extended hours to meet project deadlines.
- Cleared drains and downspouts and cleaned gutters.
- Prepared and cleaned construction sites by removing debris.
- Loaded and unloaded building materials used for construction.
- Drove forklift
- Used electric saws and cutters
0-5 years of experience
Jack hammered old concrete floors and re-applied cement
- Re-wired flooring systems
- On-site demolition
- Mixed, poured and applied cement
- Exercised isolation management and stabilization of chemical and hazardous materials
- Sanitized, disinfected and prepared work areas
0-5 years of experience
- Use blowtorch to strategically fall a building.
- Demolish pipe from pipe rack.
- Use a track hoe to break concrete and demolish buildings.
0-5 years of experience
Serviced, cleaned, and supplied restrooms and gathered and emptied trash.
- Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming.
- Followed procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors.
- Cleaned windows, glass partitions, or mirrors, using soapy water or other cleaners and sponges.
0-5 years of experience
- Managed post-demolition cleanup which includes waste collection, waste packaging and waste transportation as per set schedule and according to set policies and procedures.
- Painting, plastering, taping, and dry wall repair in commercial and residential property including store fronts.
- Used heavy equipment such as: jackhammer, diamond saw, Hilti Stone drill.
- Framing and installing walls, shelves, and half walls.
0-5 years of experience
- Used tools and equipment to demolish walls in old buildings.
- Assured the safety of the surrounding before demolishing the section of the building.
- Informed the co-workers in the area of the capacity of the demolition.
- Demolished private homes, factories and business buildings.
6-10 years of experience
- Worked on a team to demolish part of Charlotte Latin School for remodel.
- Used sledge hammer and electrical saw for use on metal demolition
- Removed debris and cleaned area.
- Recognized for "speed in completing a demolition task."
- Unloaded trucks and placed boxes on conveyor for Marshall's and other companies.
- Opened boxes and sorted merchandise for distribution in store
- Performed general administrative work including, answering phones, communicated to members of association by email, wrote correspondence.
- Filed blueprints and addendums. Performed other office duties as needed.
- Recognized by VP of Association for "dependability, quality work, customer service."
0-5 years of experience
Carrying heavy items long distances and up/down stairways.
- Manually hoisting heavy items.
- Wrapping furniture and equipment.
- Assemble and install modular office furniture
- Box-pack items such as breakables, books, artwork, knick-knacks.
- Working with moving equipment and tools.
- Disassembling and reassembling furniture and equipment.
- Providing quality, customer service at all times.
0-5 years of experience
- Responsible for breaking down walls and other parts of the building
- Operated on tractor truck to transport steel and debris
- Did ground work and landscaping
0-5 years of experience
- Remove all Friable and Un-friable Asbestos
- Demolition of areas in asbestos contaminated Buildings
- Used typical equipment's, methods, and tools for construction maintenance
- Ensured a safe work environment for all employees
6-10 years of experience
- Destroy housing and apartment foundations
- Use necessary tools for disassembling items and materials
- Supervise workers and give instructions of jobs needed to be completed
- Disassemble electronic components attached to building foundations
0-5 years of experience
- Handle garbage removal and basic janitorial duties, including cleaning floors, bathrooms, replacing supplies, and other basic maintenance tasks
- Plastered Sealed the rooms of the Business as well as Removing and Replacement of the Floor Tiles.
- Cleansed Room Walls for Mold
- Disposed of and Replaced damaged Sheetrock From Walls
0-5 years of experience
- Tear down walls, floors, ceilings, and gut buildings
- Separate rubbish from metal, sheetrock and wood; load debris into dumpsters
- Transport equipment to and from work zone.
0-5 years of experience
- Provided services of painting, remodeling, dry wall and demolition
- Organized weekly shifts to cover workloads
- Maintained a clean work location and made sure employees had proper safety equipment
0-5 years of experience
- Remove sheetrock, installation and framework.
- Break down and remove equipment.
- Cut in doorways for new doors to be installed.
- Remove all interior fixtures.
0-5 years of experience
- Performed demolition work in designated area
- Cleaned work area after each job
- Worked with various demolition tools
Demolition Worker Duties and Responsibilities
Demolition workers perform varied daily job duties depending on the demolition work that needs to be done, the size of the construction crew they work with, and the machinery and tools available to them. These core job tasks, however, are essentially the same everywhere:
Perform Demolition of Jobsites Demolition workers use tools and manual labor to remove unsound structures, mold-damaged carpeting and flooring, and other building materials that cannot be restored or repaired. This includes breaking up concrete, removing roofs, and tearing down walls.
Clean Up Jobsites Demolition workers clean up and remove all hazardous materials and debris from jobsites.
Control Traffic Demolition workers control traffic by placing traffic control signs and physically directing cars away from jobsites and debris areas.
Assist Heavy Equipment Operators Demolition workers provide assistance to heavy equipment operators, helping them place attachments on and move equipment. This also includes signaling heavy equipment operators to help them position vehicles and machinery.
Operate Equipment Demolition workers operate pumps to remove water, run generators to provide electricity, and use other equipment to facilitate demolition work.
Load and Unload Materials Demolition workers unload tools and equipment from trucks and load trash into vehicles and dumpsters to be hauled away.
Clean Tools and Equipment Demolition workers clean all tools and equipment used at jobsites. This includes performing general maintenance on tools and equipment, such as replacing broken parts and refueling gas-powered vehicles.
Maintain All Safety Standards Demolition workers maintain personal and workplace safety at all times by wearing proper protective equipment and adhering to all safety protocols. Some demolition jobs require the use of explosives, which means safety must be paramount at all times and all protocols must be followed to the letter.
Demolition Worker Skills and Qualifications
Demolition workers are manual laborers with excellent attention to detail who observe all safety protocols when tearing down structures, removing debris, and destroying unsafe and badly damaged building elements. Companies that hire demolition workers look for professionals who have the following necessary skills:- Physical fitness - demolition workers haul heavy material and equipment and stand for long periods at a time, which requires physical strength and endurance
- Mechanical aptitude - demolition workers use mechanical skills to operate various tools and equipment
- Communication skills - because demolition workers function as part of a collaborative environment and work closely with other construction team members, good communication skills are essential to this job
- Attention to detail - strong attention to detail is a must-have for demolition workers, who must observe safety protocols at all times and remove debris from jobsites
- Multitasking - demolition workers operate tools and equipment while remaining alert and maintaining communication with other crew members, which requires a talent for multitasking
Demolition Worker Education and Training
Many employers require a high school diploma or GED from potential demolition workers. Some companies may additionally require candidates to have past work experience in demolition or construction. A valid driver's license is a typical requirement for demolition workers, who frequently travel to and from jobsites to perform their duties. Because this is an entry-level job, no specialized training or education is typically required. Companies provide on-the-job training to new demolition workers. While in training, demolition workers work closely with an experienced demolition crew member or foreman. The length of the training period varies by company and may last for several weeks or months.
Demolition Worker Salary and Outlook
Construction laborers and helpers earn a median income of $16.08 hourly, or $33,450 annually, according to data provided by the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). PayScale data shows that demolition workers earn a median income of $14.62 hourly. The BLS expects employment in this field to rise at a faster-than-average rate of 12 percent through 2026. Full-time demolition workers receive benefits that typically include health, life, and worker's compensation insurance. Paid vacation leave is also standard for full-time employees. Part-time workers generally do not receive benefits of any sort.
Helpful Resources
Use these books and websites to learn job strategies, find career resources, and discover tips and techniques for success as a demolition worker:
National Demolition Association - visit this website to find job opportunities, read news updates, browse the events calendar, and discover education opportunities for demolition workers
Construction Worker RED-HOT Career Guide - this book provides interview questions and great potential answers to make it easier to land any job as a construction worker
Demolition Forum - find numerous articles, news updates, and resources at this website for all demolition workers
Demolition: Practices, Technology, and Management - explore all the technical issues that demolition workers face, learn more about different types of demolition, read up on common demolition equipment, and find tips for safely handling demolition debris in this book written specifically for demolition workers
Construction Management Association of America - find education and training programs, certification courses, articles, and other professional resources for all workers in the construction industry at this website
Demolition - easy-to-read text and photographs offer in-depth information about demolition in this book, which highlights the tools and equipment needed to carry out demolition work
