Alex King
Forest Lake,MN
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Superintendent
Minnesota State Fair
Saint Paul, MN
01.2020 - Current
- Manage a staff of 15 direct reports and 100+ volunteers at the Bee & Honey Exhibit at the Minnesota State Fair
- Recruit and train judges for 3 competition divisions with over 1000 entries each year
- Oversaw the on-site management of staff and volunteers during the fair
- Successfully achieved year-over-year growth in all aspects of the bee & honey department each year
- Develop and implement new programs and events to attract more visitors to the Bee & Honey Exhibit at the Minnesota State Fair
- Coordinate with local beekeeping associations and industry experts to stay current on trends, best practices, and emerging issues in the beekeeping industry
- Collaborate with vendors and exhibitors to secure sponsorships and donations for the Bee & Honey Exhibit at the Minnesota State Fair
- Organize and facilitate educational workshops and demonstrations on beekeeping techniques and honey production for fair attendees
- Develop and implement strategies to improve the overall visitor experience at the Bee & Honey Exhibit, including interactive displays, educational activities, and guest engagement initiatives
- Manage and maintain the cleanliness and appearance of the Bee & Honey Exhibit at the Minnesota State Fair, ensuring a positive and welcoming environment for fair attendees
- Manage the logistics and coordination of the annual Bee & Honey Exhibit at the Minnesota State Fair, including scheduling and overseeing the setup and teardown of exhibition materials and equipment.
- Established successful procedures for day-to-day operations and long-term planning.
Realtor
Rogue Realty
Anoka, MN
03.2019 - Current
- Stay up-to-date with the latest real estate market trends and developments to provide clients with accurate information and guidance
- Maintain a high level of professionalism and ethical standards in all interactions with clients and colleagues
- Analyze market data and competitor activities to identify new opportunities for business growth and market expansion
- Research and identify potential properties for clients that align with their specific needs and preferences.
- Assisted buyers with finding ideal homes by assessing needs, requirements, and budgets.
- Wrote contracts to outline sales and purchases of properties.
Business Owner/Operator
Wild Bee Apiaries L.L.C.
Forest Lake, MN
01.2019 - Current
- Provided live honeybee relocation and abatement services
- General Carpentry work including sheetrock, masonry, and framing
- Developing and implementing strategies to increase honey production and sales
- Creating and maintaining relationships with local farmers to secure locations for hive placements
- Providing training and educational resources to local communities on the benefits of beekeeping and the importance of bee conservation
- Providing expert advice and consulting services to other beekeepers and apiary owners, helping them optimize their operations and increase honey production.
Field Service Technician
King Way Scraping Consultants
Cottage Grove, MN
01.2012 - Current
- Performed preventive maintenance to promote machine reliability and longevity.
- Dismantled machinery to access, remove, and replace worn components and keep production within optimal tolerances.
- Maintained equipment performance by lubricating and cleaning components.
- Replaced damaged, missing, or defective parts with new and refurbished components.
- Diagnosed and troubleshot problems, repairing, and restoring machines to peak performance.
- Managed on-site and off-site installation, repair, maintenance, and test tasks.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Maintained strong focus on safety and efficiency to provide comprehensive support to personnel performing skilled repairs.
Custom Woodworker / Professional Photographer
Alex King Studios L.L.C.
Forest Lake, MN
01.2011 - Current
- Completed general finish work and sanding.
- Measured and cut materials in adherence to schematic drawings.
- Chose appropriate lumber and supplies for 1000s of projects based on wood species, project type, client needs and budgets.
- Drafted diagrams and cut lists for each project to define layouts, correct construction methods and required materials.
- Utilized diverse hand and power tools to fabricate and assemble custom wood projects
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Utilized natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality.
Construction Manager
Vinco Inc
Forest Lake, MN
06.2013 - 04.2018
- Identified and resolved construction issues promptly to prevent delays.
- Communicated daily with vendors to keep project fully operational.
- Planned and implemented comprehensive construction schedule to guarantee completion of project on time and within budget.
- Monitored construction sites for compliance with safety regulations and adherence to standards.
- Performed regular job site observations to provide direction for general contractor personnel and subcontractor laborers.
- Obtained building and specialty permits from local jurisdictional agencies.
Tower Technician
Vinco Inc
Forest Lake, MN
09.2012 - 06.2013
- Performed tower construction at heights of 500 feet while maintaining focus on safety.
- Bolted equipment into place using hand and power tools.
- Lifted equipment into position using cranes, rigging tools and gin poles.
- Rigged towers, monopoles and rooftops to build new tower or collocate antenna on existing structure under FCC guidelines.
- Maintained wireless communication networks and information technology systems, wireless and electronic communication systems with proactive repair and upkeep strategies.
- Built and installed sites per customer specs and maintained safe work environment daily
- Examined malfunctioning radio equipment to locate defects such as loose connections, broken wires or burned-out components.
- Optimized operations by performing system upgrades, troubleshooting component failures and installing approved system modifications.
Assistant Manager
Walgreens
Inver Grove Heights
03.2008 - 09.2012
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
- Mentored team members to enhance professional development and accountability in workplace.
Special Services Associate
The Home Depot
Cottage Grove, MN
02.2007 - 12.2007
- Performed special service desk operations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of product and service offerings to serve as informational resource to customers and team members.
- Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
- Worked to meet or exceed special targets for credit card applications, special donations and specific product promotions.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Inver Hills Community College
Inver Grove Heights, MNSkills
- Strategic Planning
- Staff Management
- Project Management
- Public Speaking
- Residential Construction
- Construction Management
- Small Business Operations
- Sales
- Negotiation
- Client Relations
- Interpreting Blueprints
- Estimating
- Technical Troubleshooting
- Carpentry
- Quality Control
- Repair and Installation
- MS Office
- Equipment Operation
Languages
English
Timeline
Superintendent
Minnesota State Fair
01.2020 - Current
Realtor
Rogue Realty
03.2019 - Current
Business Owner/Operator
Wild Bee Apiaries L.L.C.
01.2019 - Current
Construction Manager
Vinco Inc
06.2013 - 04.2018
Tower Technician
Vinco Inc
09.2012 - 06.2013
Field Service Technician
King Way Scraping Consultants
01.2012 - Current
Custom Woodworker / Professional Photographer
Alex King Studios L.L.C.
01.2011 - Current
Assistant Manager
Walgreens
03.2008 - 09.2012
Special Services Associate
The Home Depot
02.2007 - 12.2007
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Inver Hills Community College