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Work History
Education
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Name & Contact
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Bailey Blankenship

Cleveland,Ohio

Summary

With seven years of field experience as an accomplished union carpenter, I have gained valuable insights and skills in the construction industry. Beginning a new journey at Rocket Mortgage, I excelled as a purchase mortgage banker, specializing in assisting first-time home buyers. Transitioning to a small non-union outfit, I took on the roles of superintendent and field carpenter. However, my passion for union carpentry led me back to Hammond Construction, where I now thrive as part of a dedicated team, collaborating closely with fellow carpenters on diverse job sites.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Union Carpenter

Hammond Construction
01.2025 - Current
  • Maintained a clean worksite, promoting productivity and reducing potential hazards throughout the construction process.
  • Assisted in training new apprentices, sharing knowledge of carpentry techniques and best practices within the union community.
  • Implemented effective time management strategies to ensure punctuality and adherence to project deadlines, resulting in consistently positive evaluations from supervisors.
  • Provided detailed progress updates to supervisors, maintaining open lines of communication during all stages of construction projects.
  • Supported project success by collaborating effectively with architects, subcontractors, and other tradespeople throughout the construction process.
  • Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.

Server/Assistant Bartender

Western Reserve Distillers
08.2024 - Current
  • Performed opening and closing duties such as restocking supplies, setting up workstations, cleaning counters.
  • Checked in with customers throughout their meal to ensure satisfaction.
  • Resolved customer complaints swiftly and professionally when needed.
  • Provided excellent customer service to ensure a pleasant dining experience for all patrons.
  • Recorded accurate inventory counts of beverages, condiments and other supplies.
  • Followed health code standards while handling food and beverage items.
  • Greeted guests and answered any questions they had about the menu.
  • Prepared coffee and tea according to customers' orders using proper brewing techniques.
  • Assisted in training new server assistants on job responsibilities and procedures.
  • Assisted servers with carrying food from kitchen to tables, refilling drinks, and clearing away dirty dishes.
  • Collaborated with team members to achieve daily goals within specified time frame.

Union Carpenter

Independence Construction.
02.2022 - Current
  • Planned projects by identifying necessary equipment, tools, and required assistance.
  • Checked measurements and completed accurate cuts to prevent materials waste and maintain cost controls.
  • Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
  • Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work areas.
  • Worked with other trades to coordinate times and job site planning to ensure a smooth working process.

Server

Winking Lizard Tavern
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Handled money transactions accurately while following company procedures for handling cash payments.
  • Maintained records of transactions made during shift as required by law or company policy.
  • Delivered food orders promptly and courteously.

Carpenter

DBH Builders
03.2023 - 07.2023
  • Installed interior trim work such as baseboards and moldings around windows and doors.
  • Read blueprints, schematics and drawings to determine layout requirements.
  • Prepared surfaces by sanding or scraping off old finishes prior to refinishing them.

Bar Back/ Bartender

Saucy Brew Works
03.2023 - 06.2023
  • Worked closely with customers to satisfy their needs
  • Maintained the cleanliness of the bar and restaurant area
  • Changed kegs as well as kept up with bar stock

Mortgage Banker

Rocket Mortgage
03.2022 - 12.2022
  • Produced and executed loan packages.
  • Explained different types of loans pertaining to client situations.
  • Worked with underwriters to fix application problems and resolve issues.
  • Reviewed loan files and updated to match current standards.
  • Fielded customer complaints and provided solutions.
  • Implemented sales strategies that established relationships with realtors and CPAs.
  • Obtained copies of applicants' credit histories and reviewed paperwork to determine feasibility of granting loans.
  • Located and pre-qualified customers for mortgages
  • Closed over $3,000,000 in my first two months as a mortgage banker

Union Carpenter

Competitive Interiors
10.2017 - 02.2022
  • Read technical drawings and blueprints accurately to determine dimensions and layout of installations.
  • Ensured compliance with all safety regulations when operating power tools or working at heights.
  • Installed drywall sheets onto stud walls using screws or nails.
  • Installed insulation material into cavities between walls or ceilings.
  • Collaborated closely with colleagues from other trades on multi-trade projects.
  • Inspected completed work for quality assurance purposes.
  • Installed and replaced windows, doors, floors, walls, and ceilings according to blueprints and specifications.
  • Erected temporary support structures during demolition works.
  • Adhered to all company policies regarding safety procedures.
  • Built scaffolding systems for elevated work areas on construction sites.

Houlihans

Server
08.2017 - 10.2017
  • Exceeded goals through effective task prioritization and great work ethic.
  • Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Served customers and followed outlined steps of service.

Manager

Papa Johns
06.2017 - 08.2017
  • Controlled costs and optimized spending via restructuring of budgets for labor, capital assets, inventory purchasing and technology upgrades.
  • Raised performance in areas of sales, management and operations by identifying and targeting areas in need of improvement.
  • Recorded inventory sales into organization's weekly income report.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.

Student

Kent State
09.2016 - 05.2017

Studied Sport & Exercise studies for one school year, decided it was not my calling and discontinued my schooling to get back into the work force.

Shinto

Busser
12.2015 - 09.2016
  • Cleared tables in a timely manner
  • Worked with restaurant personnel to efficiently assist in unloading orders
  • Worked flexible hours while attending community college to save money
  • Ensured kitchen and wait staff were left with minimal cleaning duties

Retail Salesperson

Men's Warehouse
06.2015 - 12.2015
  • Coordinated restocking of sales floor with current merchandise and accurate signage for current promotions.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
  • Fitted custom suits for specific clientele.
  • Maximized profit with suggestive add-ons to hit sales quotas as a team member and individual.

Customer Service Cashier

Chick-fil-A
06.2013 - 06.2015
  • Monitored self-checkout systems and provided assistance or intervention where required.
  • Counted money in drawers at beginning and end of each shift.
  • Resolved customer complaints and maintained clean and tidy checkout area.

Education

No Degree - General Education Studies

Cuyahoga Community College
Parma, OH

No Degree - Sport & Exercise Studies

Kent State
Kent

Carpentry

Carpenters Union (trade School)
Cleveland, OH
01-2022

High School Diploma -

Strongsville High School
Strongsville, OH
05.2015

Skills

  • Carpentry competency
  • Construction blueprint interpretation
  • Computer literacy
  • Sales and sales experience
  • Hybrid workplace efficiency
  • Abililty to learn and adapt in any and all work place environments
  • Site cleanup
  • OSHA 15 certification
  • OSHA 30 certification

Name & Contact

Certification

  • Journeyman level union carpenter
  • OSHA 15, 30 certification
  • MEWP certification

Timeline

Union Carpenter

Hammond Construction
01.2025 - Current

Server/Assistant Bartender

Western Reserve Distillers
08.2024 - Current

Server

Winking Lizard Tavern
09.2023 - 12.2023

Carpenter

DBH Builders
03.2023 - 07.2023

Bar Back/ Bartender

Saucy Brew Works
03.2023 - 06.2023

Mortgage Banker

Rocket Mortgage
03.2022 - 12.2022

Union Carpenter

Independence Construction.
02.2022 - Current

Union Carpenter

Competitive Interiors
10.2017 - 02.2022

Houlihans

Server
08.2017 - 10.2017

Manager

Papa Johns
06.2017 - 08.2017

Student

Kent State
09.2016 - 05.2017

Shinto

Busser
12.2015 - 09.2016

Retail Salesperson

Men's Warehouse
06.2015 - 12.2015

Customer Service Cashier

Chick-fil-A
06.2013 - 06.2015

No Degree - General Education Studies

Cuyahoga Community College

No Degree - Sport & Exercise Studies

Kent State

Carpentry

Carpenters Union (trade School)

High School Diploma -

Strongsville High School
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