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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
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
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.
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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, MN

Skills

  • 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

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