Adam Olson
Sherwood,WI
Summary
Experienced carpenter and owner-operator with a strong background in residential construction, finish carpentry, and siding installation. Skilled in blueprint reading, permit management, and daily jobsite coordination. Known for clear customer communication, quality workmanship, and keeping projects moving smoothly.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator
Backwoods Building Solutions
Sherwood, WI
03.2022 - 03.2026
- Managed daily operations of the business.
- Established customer relationships through exceptional service and effective issue resolution.
- Negotiated contracts with clients for products or services rendered by the company.
- Developed competitive pricing strategies based on market analytics and emerging trends.
- Managed project schedules, jobsite priorities, and daily contractor coordination
- Coordinated client communication, change requests, and project updates to ensure alignment with project goals.
- Reviewed blueprints, scopes, and customer requests to plan work activities
- Maintained safety standards, permits, and jobsite compliance requirements
- Installed siding of every nature, Framed Basements, Installed Doors(Interior/Exterior), Installed window and door casing, baseboards, Interior and Exterior Beams.
Carpenter
Virtue Homes
Grand Chute, WI
01.2019 - 03.2022
- Installed doors, windows, and trim to Virtue Homes specifications.
- Measured, cut, and assembled lumber for residential construction tasks.
- Read blueprints and followed Virtue Homes plans for accurate builds.
- Operated saws, drills, and nailers to complete various carpentry tasks on Virtue Homes job sites.
- Repaired damaged framing, finishes, and fixtures, ensuring quality standards in occupied homes.
- Collaborated with subcontractors and site crews to optimize project flow and maintain timelines.
- Maintained cleanliness of work areas to ensure safety and efficiency. and safe while following construction safety rules.
- Performed rough carpentry and finish carpentry duties.
- Installed interior trim work, including baseboards and moldings around windows and doors.
- Fabricated staircases, doors, window frames, and other wooden components for buildings.
- Fitted door locksets, deadbolts, and other hardware on doors per manufacturer instructions.
Crew Lead
PackerLand Home Improvement
Kaukauna, Wisconsin
01.2019 - 11.2019
- Led home improvement crew daily at PackerLand Home Improvement job sites.
- Delegated specific tasks to team members for project efficiency. and guided installers through project priorities.
- Coordinated logistics for materials and tools to ensure timely availability for field crews, tools, and equipment for field crews.
- Trained new crew members on procedures and job expectations.
- Inspected work quality against company standards and safety rules.
- Communicated with customers about project timing and site access.
- Resolved onsite issues and kept work moving for PackerLand projects.
- Enforced safety practices and organized clean, professional work areas.
- Identified improvement areas and implemented procedures to streamline operations.
Carpenter
Griffin Builders
Appleton, Wisconsin
03.2016 - 11.2019
- Installed Windows and Exterior doors, Patio door, Including custom Elaborate Front Entry Doors.
- Installed Siding, Soffit and Fascia
- Down framed after initial structural framing, moving walls, building chimney chases, framing basements, ceiling soffits and ensuring structure would meet codes before inspection.
- Supported the truss installation process to ensure project completion.
- Maintained clean and organized jobsites, adhering to city standards for erosion control.
- Managed warehouse materials independently, ensuring proper back-stocking and labeling for efficient retrieval.
- Transported Telehandler, skidsteer, and boomlift between jobsites.
- Ensured the Exterior, garage space and basements were clean and to close.
- Participated in weekly production meetings with owner and office staff to facilitate smooth job execution.
Forestry Technician(Wilderness Ranger)
United States Forest Service
Elk City, Idaho
05.2010 - 11.2015
- Monitored forest conditions for United States Forest Service resource protection.
- Maintained trails, campsites, and access roads, ensuring accessibility and safety for users of Forest Service property.
- Operated chainsaws and hand tools to remove vegetation and reduce hazards, enhancing safety for park visitors.
- Identified hazardous conditions such as dead trees that may pose risks to public safety.
- Inspected trails, roads, and facilities for hazards, damage, and maintenance needs.
- Tracked changes in the condition of forests over time through periodic monitoring.
- Collected field data using GPS and compass on National Forest lands.
- Performed forest inventory and data collection using GPS technology and mapping software.
- Recorded timber, wildlife, and watershed observations for Forest Service reports.
- Supported public contacts and explained rules within United States Forest Service areas.
- Provided visitor guidance on regulations, permits, and safety on permits, closures, wildlife, and outdoor safety.
- Enforced Forest Service regulations and issued citations for prohibited activities.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to address safety concerns.
- Patrolled park areas by vehicle, boat, and on foot to enforce regulations, promoting compliance and safeguarding natural resources.
- Adhered to all applicable laws, regulations and policies pertaining to parks management.
Education
Associate of Arts - Art/ Gen Ed
Uw Fox Valley
Menasha, WISkills
- Project scheduling
- Crew supervision
- Jobsite coordination
- Permit management
- Blueprint reading
- Siding installation
- Framing carpentry
- Finish Carpentry
Timeline
Owner/Operator
Backwoods Building Solutions
03.2022 - 03.2026
Carpenter
Virtue Homes
01.2019 - 03.2022
Crew Lead
PackerLand Home Improvement
01.2019 - 11.2019
Carpenter
Griffin Builders
03.2016 - 11.2019
Forestry Technician(Wilderness Ranger)
United States Forest Service
05.2010 - 11.2015
Associate of Arts - Art/ Gen Ed
Uw Fox Valley