Aidan Hickey
Des Moines,IA
Summary
Focused Construction professional with strong command of industry-specific tools and equipment. I am an organized and dependable candidate who is successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. With a willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals, to seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Remodeling Contractor
Elite Home Renovation
04.2022 - 12.2023
- Installed drywall, siding and other structural components.
- Mixed and poured concrete for variety of projects.
- Assisted with door and window installations and repairs.
- Assisted in digging, trenching and backfilling trenches and foundations.
- Installed and finished hardwood, laminate and vinyl flooring for multiple residential and commercial clients.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Used power wet saws and tile cutters to cut tiles to specifications for projects, and placed marble and tile.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
- Provided labor support to plumbers, electricians and other skilled trades.
- Worked holidays and weekends depending on shifting needs of project.
Secretary
Thorntree CPA
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
- Scheduled appointments and conducted follow-up calls to clients.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents, as well as maintaining a physical filing system
- Entered data into system and updated customer contacts with information to keep records current.
- Managed phone correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
- Handled daily deposit of funds.
Landscaper/Tree Worker
Wood Chuck Stumps
05.2019 - 04.2022
- Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications.
- Removed tree stumps, roots and debris for cohesive landscape appearance.
- Assisted with removal of hazardous trees, safely cutting limbs and removing trunks.
- Loaded and unloaded trees and materials for use in projects.
- Operated shredding and chipping equipment and fed limbs and brush into machines.
- Prepared soil for planting and sowing.
- Utilized power tools and Diesel machinery to maintain outdoor areas, including trimmers and chainsaws.
- Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
Carpenters Apprentice
Zenith Design + Build
11.2020 - 08.2021
- Built flooring, window frames and countertops according to custom carpentry project specifications.
- Installed and repaired woodwork, millwork, and cabinetry under supervision of master carpenter.
- Installed insulation, trim and other finishing touches.
- Completed miscellaneous tasks outside of carpentry such as; foundation repair, demolition, painting and drywall.
- Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment.
- Assisted with movement of materials and equipment to job sites.
- Observed all OSHA and corporate safety regulations and procedures to maintain a safe and clean work area.
- Interpreted blueprints and instructions to meet exact construction specifications.
Cook
804 Main
05.2017 - 05.2019
- Ability to maintain and run all kitchen related facilities.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
- Planned menus for different events, seasons and customer requests.
- Maintained strict food safety and sanitation standards.
- Communicated closely with servers to fully understand special orders for customers.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
- Suggested actionable improvements to streamline training procedures.
Store Manager
Memory Lane Antiques & Collectibles
06.2016 - 05.2019
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
- Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
- Set effective employee schedules
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions, as well as creating front window displays.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
Education
High School Diploma -
Norwalk Highschool
Norwalk, IA05.2016
Skills
- Physical Strength and Stamina
- Installation and Finishing
- Landscape Architecture
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Large Diesel Equipment Operation
- Data Entry
- Customer Service Excellence
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Sales and Marketing
- Managing Multiple Tasks
Timeline
Remodeling Contractor
Elite Home Renovation
04.2022 - 12.2023
Secretary
Thorntree CPA
11.2021 - 04.2022
Carpenters Apprentice
Zenith Design + Build
11.2020 - 08.2021
Landscaper/Tree Worker
Wood Chuck Stumps
05.2019 - 04.2022
Cook
804 Main
05.2017 - 05.2019
Store Manager
Memory Lane Antiques & Collectibles
06.2016 - 05.2019
High School Diploma -
Norwalk Highschool
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