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SELF EMPLOYED GENERAL CONTRACTOR
Summary

Hardworking and reliable Contractor with strong ability in welding and carpentry. Offering plumbing, electrical and Landscaping skills. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality.

Skills
  • General business knowledge
  • Contractor relationship development
  • General construction
  • General plumbing
  • Overseeing planting
  • Bush hogging experience
  • Fence building
  • Advertising and marketing
  • General laborer
Experience
01/2020 to Current
Self Employed General Contractor Self － LaGrange, GA
  • Created agendas and communication materials for team meetings.
  • Collaborated with others to discuss new Job opportunities.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
  • Improved profit margins by streamlining operations and workflow and negotiating competitive vendor contracts.
  • Performed site evaluations, customer surveys and team audits.
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
01/2020 to 01/2020
Floor ManagerIndian Trail Hardware － Indian Trail, NC
  • Earned reputation for good attendance and hard work.
  • Answered to answer customer questions.
  • Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
  • Handled all delegated tasks, including warehouse organizations and inventory control.
  • Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
  • Created agendas and communication materials for team meetings.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
  • Performed site evaluations, customer surveys and team audits.
  • Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
  • Reviewed sales reports to enhance sales performance and improve inventory management accuracy.
  • Followed up with existing customers to generate new prospective buyers through referrals.
  • Enhanced sales by implementing merchandising and promotional improvements.
  • Stayed up-to-date on extensive company products and services.
  • Directed efficient store recoveries to keep merchandise organized and presentable for customers.
  • Taught junior employees how to meet operational and sales goals with proactive strategies.
  • Mentored employees and instructed on management of complicated sales, complex issues and difficult customers.
  • Managed store opening and closing procedures to optimize store readiness and maintain strict financial controls.
  • Maintained inventory accuracy by accurately counting stock-on-hand and reconciling discrepancies.
  • Connected with customers daily to understand needs, provide assistance and collect feedback to optimize operations.
Electrical ApprenticeM&M Electric － LaGrange, GA
  • Dug trenches and created holes to pull conduit and install supports.
  • Kept work areas clean, neat and free of hazards.
  • Verified measurements and made accurate cuts to avoid wasting materials on job sites.
  • Transported tools, materials and supplies to job locations.
  • Built controllers and panels to complete system installations.
  • Examined and tested electrical systems to locate loose connections or other faults and make proactive repairs.
  • Completed semi-skilled and skilled work under supervision of fully qualified supervisors.
  • Worked in team-based environment to accomplish projects.
  • Listened to directives of senior electrical professionals to complete efficient tasks.
  • Adhered to company standards and OSHA regulations for work site safety.
  • Maintained organization, cleanliness and safety in all work areas.
  • Demonstrated strong foundation of safety knowledge and implemented industry best practices.
  • Operated hand and power tools and diagnostic equipment to complete various aspects of jobs.
  • Reviewed blueprints and electrical schematics to perform tasks to specifications.
  • Utilized knowledge and equipment to test wiring and other system parts for electrical flow and function.
  • Gathered required tools and equipment for each task to increase efficiency.
  • Promoted workplace safety and reported any potential hazards quickly to forman.
  • Measured and prepared supplies for electrical tasks.
  • Set up equipment and configured settings for optimal performance.
  • Followed all relevant electrical and building codes for each job.
  • Inspected existing wiring to identify problems such as short circuits.
  • Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for efficient operations.
  • Transported required supplies and employees from headquarters tojob site using company vehicles.
  • Resolved issues with existing systems and replaced malfunctioning parts.
  • Put in new new electrical components, fixtures and motors.
  • Collaborated with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
  • Assisted with electrical installation tasks, including conduit and buss bar.
Carpenter ApprenticeCypress Log Homes － LaGrange, GA
  • Installed, assembled and repaired woodwork, millwork, cabinetry and trim under supervision of master carpenter.
  • Helped with movement of materials and equipment to different job sites.
  • Read and interpreted specifications and construction drawings to determine best techniques to complete each job.
  • Uncovered product defects and addressed with job foreman.
  • Cleaned job site after work completion and disposed of debris in proper containers.
  • Obtained strong understanding of residential and commercial building codes.
  • Installed drywall, ceilings, and trim and fabricated replacement trim and moldings.
  • Followed OSHA and corporate safety regulations and procedures.
  • Encouraged feedback from foreman and trade workers on site to incorporate suggestions into later work.
  • Cut materials on job site to prepare for installation.
  • Managed work crews on construction of residential, commercial and industrial buildings.
  • Selected lumber based on particular species, characteristics, size, applications and applicable adhesives.
  • Examined buildings and project specifications to determine measurements and dimensions.
  • Removed tool marks and surface adhesives after installation to improve project quality.
  • Safely operated power saws, planers, jointers, routers and pneumatic equipment for without accident.
  • Built and stained oak casing and hardwood floors.
  • Laid concrete, built batter boards, used excavators and placed reinforced steel accurately.
  • Calculated accurate material estimates to create quotes for clients with 95% accuracy.
  • Cut timber, panels and other wooden materials according to measured dimensions.
  • Organized assigned tasks for completion on individual and team levels.
  • Repaired and maintained 43 properties, including renovating flooring, walls and ceilings, installing fixtures and remodeling bathrooms and kitchens.
  • Cut and installed tile and linoleum flooring for residential and commercial buildings.
Education and Training
1998
Associate of Applied Science: ScienceCentral Alabama Community College － Alexander City, AL
  • Dean's List Honoree summer 1997
  • Baseball Scholarship Recipient
  • All Conference team
  • MVP
2016
Welding Stick & MIGWest Georgia Technical College － La Grange, GA

145 hours completed

  • Stick weld all positions
  • MiG weld all positions
  • Plasma cutter
  • Acetylene torch
  • Tank transfer
  • Close quarter welding
  • OSHA Training
Bachelor of Science: Applied ScienceThe University of Alabama － Tuscaloosa, AL
  • Baseball Scholorship Recipient
  • Pre season All American Recipient
Certifications
  • First Aid/CPR
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Resume Overview

Companies Worked For:

  • Self
  • Indian Trail Hardware
  • M&M Electric
  • Cypress Log Homes

School Attended

  • Central Alabama Community College
  • West Georgia Technical College
  • The University of Alabama

Job Titles Held:

  • Self Employed General Contractor
  • Floor Manager
  • Electrical Apprentice
  • Carpenter Apprentice

Degrees

  • Associate of Applied Science : Science
    Welding Stick & MIG
    Bachelor of Science : Applied Science

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