Benjamin Mbuthia
Fresno
Summary
Dynamic handyman with extensive experience at Cagerbuild LLC, excelling in gutter cleaning and basic carpentry. Proven ability to lead small teams while delivering exceptional results. Skilled in power tool operation and fostering effective communication among team members, ensuring projects are completed efficiently and to high standards. Passionate about enhancing spaces and customer satisfaction.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Handyman
Cagerbuild LLC
DesMoines
03.2020 - Current
- Cleaned gutters to ensure proper drainage.
- Measured spaces for new tile flooring installation.
- Replaced wall sockets, ran lines and completed basic carpentry to finish installations.
- Provided landscaping services including mowing lawns, trimming hedges and planting flowers.
- Painted walls and ceilings to refresh the look of a room or area.
- Cleaned or lubricated shafts, bearings or other parts of machinery.
- Recorded type and cost of maintenance or repair work.
- Repaired machines, equipment or structures using tools or equipment.
- Assembled flat-pack furniture according to instructions.
- Repaired drywall holes using spackle or joint compound.
- Replaced broken light switches and outlets.
- Assembled furniture according to instructions provided by customers.
- Caulked windowsills, bathtubs, showers and countertops to prevent water damage.
- Replaced burned-out light bulbs and performed basic electrical repairs.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Assessed customer needs and provided appropriate solutions.
- Implemented troubleshooting techniques to resolve issue.
- Replaced faulty door handles, hinges and locks.
- Repainted walls, removing old paint or wallpaper and preparing surfaces for new applications.
- Installed window treatments, doors, locksets, shelves and other fixtures.
- Assigned projects and tasks to employees based on competencies and specialties.
- Allocated material and labor resources to promote on-time and under-budget project completion.
- Kept production team moving forward for progress in daily site operations.
- Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
- Coordinated with other trades on-site for efficient scheduling of materials delivery, labor force and equipment requirements.
- Ordered supplies from vendors as required ensuring that sufficient quantities were available when needed.
Apprentice Painter
Preffered painting
Des Moines
01.2019 - 03.2020
- Chose correct brushes and materials for jobs and purchased from vendors.
- Selected appropriate types of paints and finishes for different surfaces and conditions.
- Scraped loose paint from surfaces using scrapers or wire brushes.
- Operated airless spray equipment and motorized lifts.
- Cleaned and smoothed surfaces prior to painting.
- Painted walls and other surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods and worked efficiently to complete jobs within required timeframes.
- Operated power tools such as drills, saws, sanders and grinders when necessary.
- Readied surfaces and surrounding areas for painting with sandpaper, tape and other materials.
- Smoothed and finished surfaces on walls, trim and cabinetry.
- Performed minor plaster repair, blending newly renovated wall surfaces with existing plaster.
- Filled cracks, holes or joints using caulking guns or putty knives.
- Selected and purchased tools or finishes for surfaces to be covered.
- Erected scaffolding or swing gates or set up ladders to work above ground level.
- Transported tools and equipment to job sites.
- Primed, smoothed and cleaned trim, walls and ceilings to prepare for painting tasks.
- Cleaned and properly stored paint equipment and supplies at end of each workday.
- Followed safety protocols consistently while performing tasks on the job site.
- Applied coats of primer or sealer to prepare surfaces for painting.
- Applied primers or sealers to prepare bare wood or metal for finish coats.
- Maintained a clean work environment by cleaning up spills and debris promptly.
- Cut in lines along edges of walls using brushes or rollers.
- Repaired damaged surfaces prior to applying paint or finish.
- Used power and hand tools safely and effectively.
- Covered floors before prepping, priming and painting walls and ceilings to protect them from chemicals and paint.
- Used ladders safely while working at heights as required on the job site.
- Prepared sheetrock, metal and wood surfaces for painting.
- Sprayed walls with airless spray guns to apply paint evenly.
- Cleaned up job sites after completing projects.
- Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
Construction Worker
Various subcontractors
Des Moines
06.2014 - 03.2020
- Assisted other workers in loading and unloading materials onto job sites when needed.
- Cleaned or prepared construction sites to eliminate hazards.
- Cut and trimmed material to shape to fit around windows and corners.
- Layered caulk and sealants to installed surfaces to fill gaps and cracks and act as bonding agent.
- Used caulking guns to apply sealants around joints where two pieces of material meet.
- Applied roofing tar paper as necessary prior to the installation of siding.
- Coordinated phases of construction projects from inception to completion.
- Loaded and unloaded ladders, walk boards, latter jacks and other large tools and equipment to prepare for job tasks.
- Installed drywall panels on walls and ceilings using screws, nails, or adhesives.
- Used scribes to cut guidelines on drywall sheets.
- Attached materials to framework using hardware or adhesives.
- Prepared walls for paint, texture or wall covering.
- Filled joints with joint compound and taped the seams between drywall sheets.
- Used hand tools such as trowels, broad knives or spatulas to apply sealing compound to holes and cracks.
- Used power tools such as drills, saws to cut holes in walls for electrical wiring or plumbing lines.
- Assisted skilled workers with construction projects in rough and finish carpentry phases.
- Communicated effectively with supervisors and co-workers regarding project updates and timelines.
- Repaired damaged drywall sections due to water leakage or other causes.
- Lifted heavy objects such as ladders and tools during installation activities without assistance from others.
- Measured and cut window, door and vent openings in drywall or tiles.
- Assembled or attached framing and decorative trim for doors, windows and vents.
- Finished surfaces by sanding, spackling, texturing, and painting them.
- Installed and oversaw installation of drywall on various commercial and residential projects.
- Performed minor carpentry tasks related to installation of drywalls such as framing doors and windows.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Dockworker/Truck Loader
Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center
Des Moines
01.2018 - 06.2018
- Palletized boxes to increase movement and shipment efficiency.
- Transferred materials between loading docks, warehouses, storage yards, and vehicles.
- Transported materials and pallets between areas.
- Communicated with supervisors and coworkers regarding any changes in work assignments or schedules.
- Cleaned and maintained work area regularly including sweeping floors, wiping down machines.
- Tagged and wrote identifying information on containers, boxes and cargo.
- Protected items by wrapping in cling film, padded moving blankets and tape.
- Collaborated with team members to maximize efficiency during peak times.
- Stacked cargo in designated areas according to size, type, style, color, or product code.
- Operated material handling equipment such as pallet jacks or hand trucks safely and efficiently.
- Placed bins, carts and containers in convenient locations to assist with loading efficiency.
- Cleaned empty storage areas to achieve proper sanitation regulations and make area fit for future use.
- Maintained records of all inventory movements both manually and electronically.
- Coordinated cargo unloading with other workers to achieve efficient and safe transportation.
- Provided assistance to other departments within the facility as needed.
- Placed bracing, straps and other protective devices onto items in transit to prevent damage.
- Prepared outgoing shipments by sealing packages securely before loading onto trucks.
- Secured items in truck by strapping over protective padding.
- Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Recognized by management for providing exceptional customer service.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Unloaded products from incoming transports.
- Provided assistance in receiving dock area including helping unload trailers when necessary.
- Maximized truck space by loading efficiently.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
CNA/CMA
Silvercrest Assisted Living
Clive
10.2010 - 06.2014
- Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
- Distributed drinking water and nourishment to residents.
- Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Helped residents walk with or without self-help devices.
- Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
- Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.
- Documented activities and recorded information in EMR system.
- Administered medications and educated patients and families on correct at-home administration.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary team members to ensure quality patient care was delivered at all times.
- Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
- Transported residents within the facility as needed.
- Measured and recorded food and liquid intake and output, reporting changes to medical or nursing staff.
- Performed vital sign assessments, such as taking blood pressure and temperature.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Assisted nurses with wound care for pressure ulcers, bed sores and surgical site wounds.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills when interacting with patients, families and guests.
- Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Assisted residents with bathing and dressing to promote personal hygiene.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Assisted with lifting patients to move on or off beds, examination tables and surgical tables.
- Participated in educational programs designed to improve knowledge of health care practices.
Education
High School Diploma -
Dagoretti High School
Nairobi, Kenya11-2000
Skills
- Gutter cleaning
- Interior painting
- Basic carpentry
- Landscaping services
- Minor electrical repairs
- Furniture assembly
- Doors, cabinet hardware installation/repair
- Window treatments
- Drywall repairs
- Finish carpentry repair
- Power tool operation
- Pallet jack operation
- interpersonal/interdisciplinary communication skills
- Small team management
Affiliations
Active and passionate about church bible study.
Enjoy hiking, bicycling, regular gym attendance.
Thrift store afficionado
Accomplishments
- Best pallet jack operator while at Salvation Army during my time there
Certification
- Contractor's License Iowa for business purposes
Languages
Spanish
Elementary
Swahili
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Handyman
Cagerbuild LLC
03.2020 - Current
Apprentice Painter
Preffered painting
01.2019 - 03.2020
Dockworker/Truck Loader
Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center
01.2018 - 06.2018
Construction Worker
Various subcontractors
06.2014 - 03.2020
CNA/CMA
Silvercrest Assisted Living
10.2010 - 06.2014
High School Diploma -
Dagoretti High School
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