Shehan Perera
Apprentice Carpenter
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About
Motivated and dependable individual seeking a part time position where I can contribute a strong work ethic, reliability, and teamwork skills. Eager to learn, take on new responsibilities, and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment while gaining valuable experience and supporting the success of the organization.
Experience
Apprentice Carpenter - JDesingers Inc
(2026-05)
- Performed mudding and taping on walls and ceilings to prepare surfaces for painting and finishing.
- Assisted carpenters with framing operations, including measuring and cutting lumber to required dimensions.
- Assisted with concrete mixing, pouring, and floor preparation on job sites.
- Operated and maintained various hand tools and power tools during daily job site activities.
- Supported general construction and renovation tasks while maintaining a clean and safe work environment.
General Labour / Carpenter Helper (Co-op) - Kraco Carpentry and Contracting
(2025-05 - 2025-08)
- Gained hands-on experience in residential and agricultural construction, assisted in roofing, drywall installation, insulation, taping, demolition and vapor barrier installation.
- Trained in the safe operation of handling, identifying, and maintenance of portable power tools and experienced in wide variety of hand and renovation tools used in the renovation industry.
- Learned fundamental principles of site layout, foundations, support structures and ability to interpret basic blueprint drawings, scales, symbols and specifications used in different sectors.
- Worked safely on ladders, scaffolding while performing various on-site tasks and maintained clean, organized work areas and followed all safety procedures.
Warehouse Associate - John Keells Logistics
(2022-02 - 2023-01)
- Loaded and unloaded incoming and outgoing shipments safely and efficiently, ensuring proper handling of materials and minimizing damage.
- Picked, packed, and prepared orders accurately, checking items and quantities before shipping.
- Organized, labeled, and maintained inventory, within the warehouse, assisting with stock control and ensuring an orderly and efficient workplace.
- Scanned products and updated inventory, ensuring items were tracked and stored correctly.
Education
Carpentry and Renovation Technician - Carpentry and Renovation - Durham College, Whitby, ON (2024-09 - 2026-04)
Electrical Techniques Program (Honors) - Durham College, Whitby, ON (2024-01 - 2024-08)
High School Diploma - Ecole International Digana, Kandy, Sri Lanka (2007-09 - 2020-12)