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Barton Houseworth

Curryville,MO

Summary

Seasoned General Contractor and Manager with a proven track record at Houseworth Homes LLC, specializing in project estimating and customer relations. Excelled in building strong client relationships, leading to significant repeat business. Expert in staff management and sales, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and effectively. Demonstrates exceptional verbal communication and relationship-building skills, driving team success and customer satisfaction.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/General Contractor

Houseworth Homes LLC
07.2004 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Built new custom homes, additions, and remodels
  • Performed many construction tasks including flooring, finish carpentry, plumbing, framing, siding, roofing, light electrical, doors and windows, etc.

Manager

La Crosse Lumber Co.
06.2016 - 08.2022
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
  • Controlled costs to keep business operating within budget and increase profits.
  • Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
  • Oversaw inventory management, optimizing stock levels, and reducing waste.

Fire Engineer

City of Fulton Fire Department
08.2012 - 05.2016
  • Established strong working relationships with other emergency service providers to facilitate seamless coordination during major incidents.
  • Safely drove the fire apparatus and personnel to the scene of emergency incidents, operated the apparatus once on scene, and assisted with personnel accountability.
  • Assisted the public with a wide variety of medical, fire, and property emergencies.
  • Preparation of fire department incident reports.
  • Participated in training, public education, and drills and attended public relations events.

Installation Technician

Star Heation and Air Conditioning
10.1995 - 04.2007
  • Designed, built, and installed HVAC systems in commercial and residential buildings.
  • Supervised and trained new employees.
  • Developed relationships with builders and worked closely with homeowners to ensure project success and customer satisfaction.

Education

No Degree - Engineering And General Agriculture

University of Missouri-Columbia
Columbia, MO

Skills

  • Customer relations
  • Relationship building
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Project estimating
  • Team oversight
  • Bidding processes
  • Sales management
  • Small business operations
  • Staff management

Timeline

Manager

La Crosse Lumber Co.
06.2016 - 08.2022

Fire Engineer

City of Fulton Fire Department
08.2012 - 05.2016

Owner/General Contractor

Houseworth Homes LLC
07.2004 - Current

Installation Technician

Star Heation and Air Conditioning
10.1995 - 04.2007

No Degree - Engineering And General Agriculture

University of Missouri-Columbia
Barton Houseworth