Brian Cwikla
Independent Contractor/Handyman
Chandler,AZ
Summary
Self-motivated and versatile Handyman with 20+ Years of hands on experience in residential home repairs. Combined with 5 years of Direct sales experience and a previous small business owner in Michigan. Outstanding leadership and problem-solving skills have been taught and instilled since an early age and have proved priceless in life so far. Known to be a great communicator and listener who has the interpersonal skills that allow me to interact and work well with customers and colleagues. Construction experience has been a go-to money maker and hobby since an age of17 and it includes but not limited to, interior/exterior painting, frame & finish carpentry, drywall repair, minor electrical and other common repairs needed. I am pursuing a full time position with a company looking to hire a proven leader with a versatile skillset that can be an asset to any company.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Freelance Handyman
Self-employed
Chandler, AZ
10.2009 - Current
- Worked frequently performing general handyman tasks that included but not limited to general carpentry, plumbing, painting, minor electrical, mounting, assembling, and completing general home or business repairs to satisfaction of customers needs.
- Managed available parts, tools and materials inventory to maintain prompt response capability and efficiency.
- Currently completed over 150 different handyman tasks on Task Rabbit for residential and commercial property owners maintaining 4.9 Star review.
- Responded to maintenance requests from home owners, property managers, and real estate agents with great speed and efficiency.
Owner/Operator
Clean Slate Solutions LLC
Brownstown, MI
08.2013 - 11.2016
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Performed 2-5 daily jobs consisting of tile and grout cleaning/ restoration and sealing.
- Exterior concrete and cement restoration.
- Residential carpet cleaning.
- Commercial floor cleaning/sealing and restoring.
- Residential shower tile/kitchen backsplashes and floor cleaning.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts and costs.
- Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.
- Aligned branding initiatives and sales strategies with company goals.
- Recruited, hired and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
Move Manager/Driver Supervisor
Two Men And A Truck - Brownstown Mi.
Brownstown, MI
01.2015 - 11.2016
- Recruited, interviewed, hired, and trained10-12 drivers to meet companies standards of Two Men and a Truck guidelines.
- Implemented and supported company quality and safety improvement efforts.
- Developed and maintained long-term, positive relationships with assigned drivers to enhance morale and productivity.
- Maintained safe work environment and confirmed current compliance with OSHA and other governmental regulations.
- Managed labor assignments and equipment allocations and met transportation, operations and production goals.
- Oversaw preventive maintenance and scheduled repairs to maximize vehicle and equipment performance.
- Recommended measures to improve production methods, equipment performance and team operation and productivity.
- Balanced schedule and customer demands against team capabilities and available resources to meet performance objectives.
- Coordinated responses to emergencies by dispatching vehicles and bringing in additional personnel.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - CAD Technology
Schoolcraft Community College
Livonia, MI 06.1990 - 05.1991
High School Diploma -
John Glenn High School
Westland, MI 06.1990 - 06.1990
Skills
Leadership
undefinedWork Availability
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Timeline
Move Manager/Driver Supervisor
Two Men And A Truck - Brownstown Mi.
01.2015 - 11.2016
Owner/Operator
Clean Slate Solutions LLC
08.2013 - 11.2016
Freelance Handyman
Self-employed
10.2009 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - CAD Technology
Schoolcraft Community College
06.1990 - 05.1991
High School Diploma -
John Glenn High School
06.1990 - 06.1990
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