Carl Skeel
Cottage Grove,OR
Summary
Driven by a passion for excellence with a mission to be recognized as a leader in the field. Professional with proven background in property management, adept at overseeing operations and ensuring optimal performance of real estate assets. Skilled in tenant relations, lease negotiations, and property maintenance. Strong focus on teamwork and delivering results, adaptable to changing priorities. Known for problem-solving abilities, effective communication, and strategic planning.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Property Management Specialist GS09, Regional Housing Manager / Regional Inventory Manager / Regional RP Building Inventory Auditor
USFS WOP NW Zone
09.2020 - 10.2025
- Property management and Partnership of 11,018.75 mi² of NF resources of Real & Personal Property.
- Housing Manager for 486 housing units plus backup for others in the Zone.
- Direct and lead onsite Housing Tenant Managers at over 61 district locations.
- Interprets laws, regulations, policies, and procedures affecting housing quarter’s management both federal and state. (ORS)
- Manages the Government Housing Rental Program. Implements annual rent adjustments. Monitors and analyzes data, to include rent collection and reconciliation. Provides authoritative advice on the utilization and maintenance of individual quarters.
- Coordinates questionable data with originator, resolves discrepancies and updates inventory as required.
- Reviews, analyzes, and makes recommendations and justifications on requests for acquisition, disposal, and utilization of property. Research actions for compliance with governing regulations and prepares documentation for signature and submission to higher office levels.
- Provide training to ensure property custodians and Accountable Property Officers follow proper processes.
- Reviews, analyzes, and makes recommendations and justifications on requests for acquisition, disposal, and utilization of property.
- Performs usage studies to ensure personal property is being optimally used. Promotes the utilization of such property through publication and distribution of formal and informal lists based on information obtained from Partners.
- Supports the Property Management Officer and Forest Service partners by providing technical and analytical expertise on acquisition, management, utilization, and disposal of government property.
- Coordinates, plans, and manages real and personal property inventories. Frequently deals with unusually complex specialized equipment. Arranges donation of excess property to various eligible agencies in accordance with Federal Property Management Regulations.
- Arranges donation of excess property to various eligible agencies in accordance with Federal Property Management Regulations.
- Prev. Supervisor - Coni Dahne coni34@gmail.com 541-815-2513 Keisha McCulloch-Johnson Zone Manager
Web Developer / Consultant
Web Developer / Consultant, Rick Kocks Coding
04.2020 - 12.2020
- Management of web presence projects built in WordPress including all social media creation and updates.
- Languages utilized HTML5 / CSS, JavaScript, PHP, MySQL.
- Tutoring clients in programming and content management systems.
Press Operator
Press Operator, Personnel Source
08.2020 - 09.2020
- Break Press Operator making steel parts.
- Assurance of high-quality parts production and inspection with calipers.
- Pinning machine operator.
- Superior Steel
Press Operator
Press Operator, Personnel Source, PakTech
07.2020 - 08.2020
- Operating Husky Hylectric Injection Molding System machines 400 - 800.
- Assurance of high-quality part production and inspection.
- Operation of two-person machine frequently alone.
RV Technician / Fabricator
RV Technician / Fabricator, Personnel Source, Monaco RV
02.2020 - 07.2020
- Team member of the motor coach door & security installation crew.
- Aided on the flooring installation and end cap portions of the production line.
- Fabrication and design of identified missing parts on next year coaches and documentation thereof for the engineering and procurement departments.
- Installation of flooring systems throughout the units.
- Installation of door systems.
Postal Support Clerk
Postal Support Clerk (Temp), USPS
06.2020 - 07.2020
- Operating computer scanning machines.
- Receiving trucks with pallet shipments and breaking down to distribute accordingly.
- Using sorting machines, preparing mail for distribution.
- Essential skills are knowledge of postal procedures, attention to details, accuracy, teamwork, and confidentiality.
Visitor Info. Spec.
Visitor Info. Spec. GS05
04.2020 - 06.2020
- Operating computer scanning machines.
- Receiving trucks with pallet shipments and breaking down to distribute accordingly.
- Using sorting machines, preparing mail for distribution.
- Essential skills are knowledge of postal procedures, attention to details, accuracy, teamwork, and confidentiality.
- Supervisor - Julianna Sowell jsowell40@gmail.com 541-285-2749 Cottage Grove Ranger District
Computer IT Admin / Tutor
Computer IT Admin / Tutor, Lane Community College
07.2020 - 04.2020
- Tutored and trained students in their learning process of classes related to technology.
- Tutored Classes include programming such as: Small Basic, HTML5 / CSS, JavaScript, PHP, C#, and Python.
- Other subjects tutored are database programming using SQL in Oracle Developer, MS SQL Server, and MySQL.
- Aided management in the imaging process of multiple machines to set them up for new college terms.
- Tutored current technology of specific microcomputer hardware components.
- Installation and troubleshooting of these components include memory, video display, clock speeds, microprocessor differences, disk drives, input devices, and ports.
- Configuring the physical connection within a network, including cabling and installation of Network Interface Cards and configuration of switch box units.
- Trained students in hardware troubleshooting techniques that are emphasized for system and network integrity.
Programmer / Internship
Programmer / Internship, Lane Community College / R.P. M. & D.
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Given an internal application development project to build from the beginning.
- This application included programming such as: HTML5 / CSS, JavaScript, Bootstrap, JQuery, and PHP.
Computer Support / IT Specialist
Computer Support / IT Specialist, Straight Up Computing
03.1997 - 08.2016
- Building and maintaining computer systems and networks to aid low-income families or nonprofit organizations such as religious, charities and youth organizations. Troubleshooting system hardware and software issues.
- Independently utilized research tools necessary to investigate issue resolutions for clients to walk them through hardware and software solutions successfully, involving desktop PCs, laptops, servers, and network configurations in a WAN/LAN setting.
Business Manager / COO
Business Manager / COO, Skeel Floor Covering
02.2000 - 12.2015
- Project manager for residential and commercial clients to include: drawing / blueprint interpretation, installation, and billing.
- Human resources management of entire business for team projects.
- Monitor and train employees at all levels.
- Implement programs, including incentives, payroll processing & bonuses.
- Flooring estimates including: labor, supplies, and project deadlines.
- Management of acquisition of materials and supplies for office and projects for clients. Accounts payable & receivable.
- Materials including carpet, vinyl, V.C.T., laminate, wood, and all types of tile & stone, from residential to commercial applications.
- Administer demonstrations and Q&A sessions at events.
- Artistic design projects involving tile & stone to include custom: walk-in showers, benches, bathrooms, tubs, surrounds, backsplashes, stairs, pools, fireplaces, decks, spas, and floors utilizing ceramic, porcelain, granite, marble, limestone, travertine, onyx, soapstone, and quartz natural and engineered.
- Installation of different types of heated flooring materials.
- Able to visualize “the end result” before starting the installation project.
- Proven ability to prioritize to meet deadlines and provide high quality service to clients.
- Expert knowledge of how to prep & level floors for tile surface applications.
- The use of power tools such as water saws, wood saws, drills, jackhammers, scrapers, stretchers, sanders, pneumatic tools, and lasers. Use of masonry tools, cements, and mortars to build pans, substrates, benches, and structures to be tiled.
- Training employees and do-it-yourself clients on beginning and advanced methods.
- Managed a variety of different commercial work locations where OSHA regulations were standard to follow and special guidelines for extreme applications were to be met. Commercial sites such as hospitals and V.A. facilities.
- Maintained comprehension and understanding between the customers, store of sale, and Installation services site.
- Artistic development of layouts and designs from the mosaic traditional eras to modern mood conceptual flows.
- Tile Examples: https://bit.ly/skeeltile or https://bit.ly/skeeltile2
IT Technical Support Specialist
IT Technical Support Specialist, Mattel Interactive, (T.L.C.)
08.1999 - 09.2000
- Provided technical hardware and software support for business as residential clients in a call center.
- Helped customers troubleshoot issues with system configurations with hardware and software to optimize program performance.
- Independently utilized research tools necessary to investigate issue resolutions for clients to walk them through hardware and software solutions successfully, involving desktop PCs, laptops, servers, and network configurations in a WAN/LAN setting.
- Trained technical teams during weekly meetings and daily individual assistance in the latest technology solutions and tools available.
- Initialized sales techniques and marketing skills to upgrade as well as cross sell other products beneficial to the customer needs.
- Configuration of printers and other peripherals on networks and WIFI.
- Collaborated with the e-commerce team to respond to higher volumes of customer inquiries, providing timely resolutions.
- Software Quality Assurance testing and documentation of issues.
- Support aid to IT of multiple inner departmental desktops of hardware and software issues and system virus inoculations.
- Supervised training of other technicians in trouble shooting solutions to client issues remotely.
Purchasing Agent / IT Technician
Purchasing Agent / IT Technician, Computer Doctor
06.1998 - 08.1998
- Built Computer Systems and troubleshoot hardware and software issues.
- Provided technical support of business clients under service contracts.
- Procurement and acquisition of system components for workstation builds.
- Conducted and tracked invoicing and billing of clients.
- Installed and configured hardware and software as well as driver research and setup. Component level jumper and dip settings of hardware. Full system builds or upgrades / quoting.
Auditor
Auditor, RED ROOF Inns of America
02.1997 - 05.1998
- Responsible for the complete nightly accounting of the previous day’s business totals as well as the completion of weekly and monthly procedures and forms.
- Utilization of UNIX based Fidelio operating system for hotel operations.
- Update and maintenance of the data in the hotels computer system to include repair of data errors by regular client staff. Customer service checks in and out as well as maintenance from time to time.
Auditor / Ast Mgr
Auditor / Ast Mgr, EXEL INN
08.1996 - 12.1997
- Responsible for the Auditing of the entire hotel’s sales daily, monthly, and yearly analysis as well as other clerical and customer duties. System utilized is a Gateway 2000 with Windows 95 and Office 97.
- Also handling the auditing for the account receivable and account payable department codes Maintenance details as well as installation of carpet, details in rooms and hallways furniture and carpet repair.
- Managed the internal systems IT and upkeep and programming of the programs and databases for the auditing procedures.
Theatrical Stage Support
Theatrical Stage Support, OGDEN ENT. / I.A.T.S.E.
09.1994 - 06.1997
- Responsible for the set-up, operation & dismantling of theatrical stages and concert stages.
- To include the electrical, lighting and carpentry skills needed to complete the tasks in a timely manner while staying safe & speedy unloading and loading of concert grade packing of tour semitrailers.
Computer Support / IT Specialist
Computer Support / IT Specialist, APAC Teleservices/HQ
06.1996 - 08.1996
- Responsible for system applications and operating functions daily coordinating with programmers and headquarters and center managers to troubleshoot system problems to implement solutions.
- Data analysis to improve daily functions and compile program reports for all sites.
- Systems supported on UNIX with MS DOS directories, Novell/Windows, and in-house applications.
- Maintain system hardware, software, and network integrity through timely troubleshooting of issues.
- Both in house and at satellite company sites.
Business Account Supervisor
Business Account Supervisor, MCI Consumer Markets
01.1994 - 06.1994
- Responsible for handling customer concerns, marketing new products, issuance of credit and handling troubleshooting on all client accounts utilizing problem solving skills in house applications.
- Received two awards of customer testimonials for superior service. Also received 150% quality award. System utilized, OS/2 within house applications.
Maintenance Supervisor
Maintenance Supervisor, Midwest Janitorial Supply
12.1992 - 12.1993
- Responsible for the supervision of 35 accounts in the Cedar Rapids, Marion, and Hiawatha area and the personnel at those accounts for cleaning services needed.
Education
No Degree -
US Department of Agriculture
Freedcecamp - Exercises and Tutoring - Front End Development
09.2025
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Lane Community College
04.2015
Associate Applied Science - Programming
Lane Community College
03.2015
Certificate 1yr - Computer Specialist
Lane Community College
03.2015
Certificate 1yr - Database Specialist
Lane Community College
06.2014
Certificate 1yr - Web Programming
Lane Community College
03.2013
Skills
- Property management
- Regulatory compliance
- Policy and procedure development
- Staff management
- Business administration
- Vendor management
- Administrative support
- Property inspections
- Skilled multi-tasker
- Partnership development
- Work prioritization
- Process change & implementation
MILITARY
- Iowa Army National Guard. 2168 Trans Co., Dec 02 to Dec04
- United States Army Reserve 445th Trans Co. Waterloo IA/Iowa City IA 94 to 97 Operate 660tn PLS.
- U.S.M.C.-I.R.R., Kansas City MO, Oct. 92-July 94
- United States Marine Corps, Active Duty, Oct. 88-Oct. 92
- USMC Motor Transport School: Post-Secondary Coursework - Apr 1989
Professional Links
- Examples of Tile: https://bit.ly/skeeltile or https://bit.ly/skeeltile2
- Professional Photography: https://bit.ly/carlsekelphoto
- Samples of Published Work: https://carlsekel.wordpress.com/ (Photography Site)
Volunteer Experience
Smokey Bear, Volunteer, 2016, 2020, Helped manage the display of holiday flags throughout the city for events., Member, Swisher American Legion, Helped to run events to raise money for firefighters in New York after the events of 2001., Assisted with funeral events for veterans.
Hobbies and Interests
Youth Mentoring, Community Service, Model Train Repair and Customization, Watch Repair, Photography, Nature, Coastal trips, Antiques.
References
- Douglas, Nace, Regional Zone Supervisor, douglasnace@yahoo.com, 541-306-1675
- Paul, Hickey, Land Adj. Prog. Mgr., paul.hickey@usda.gov, 406-274-5831
- Josie, Ortiz, Prop. Mgt. Spec., josie.ortiz@usda.gov, 970-818-7922
- Coni, Dahne, Prev. Supervisor Retired, coni34@gmail.com, 541-815-2513
- Keisha, McCulloch-Johnson, Zone Manager, keisha.McCullochJohnson@usda.gov, 503-679-8951
- Jed, Hancock, RELM Staff, jodidiah.hancock@usda.gov, 541-650-1703
- Julianna, Sowell, Prev. Supervisor Retired, jsowell40@gmail.com, 541-285-2749
- Donna, Hudson, Purch Agent Retired, 541-214-6267
- Phil, Parker, Grounds Mgr. DGRC, philip.parker@usda.gov, 541-315-8986
Timeline
Regional Property Management Specialist GS09, Regional Housing Manager / Regional Inventory Manager / Regional RP Building Inventory Auditor
USFS WOP NW Zone
09.2020 - 10.2025
Press Operator
Press Operator, Personnel Source
08.2020 - 09.2020
Computer IT Admin / Tutor
Computer IT Admin / Tutor, Lane Community College
07.2020 - 04.2020
Press Operator
Press Operator, Personnel Source, PakTech
07.2020 - 08.2020
Postal Support Clerk
Postal Support Clerk (Temp), USPS
06.2020 - 07.2020
Visitor Info. Spec.
Visitor Info. Spec. GS05
04.2020 - 06.2020
Web Developer / Consultant
Web Developer / Consultant, Rick Kocks Coding
04.2020 - 12.2020
RV Technician / Fabricator
RV Technician / Fabricator, Personnel Source, Monaco RV
02.2020 - 07.2020
Programmer / Internship
Programmer / Internship, Lane Community College / R.P. M. & D.
01.2020 - 03.2020
Business Manager / COO
Business Manager / COO, Skeel Floor Covering
02.2000 - 12.2015
IT Technical Support Specialist
IT Technical Support Specialist, Mattel Interactive, (T.L.C.)
08.1999 - 09.2000
Purchasing Agent / IT Technician
Purchasing Agent / IT Technician, Computer Doctor
06.1998 - 08.1998
Computer Support / IT Specialist
Computer Support / IT Specialist, Straight Up Computing
03.1997 - 08.2016
Auditor
Auditor, RED ROOF Inns of America
02.1997 - 05.1998
Auditor / Ast Mgr
Auditor / Ast Mgr, EXEL INN
08.1996 - 12.1997
Computer Support / IT Specialist
Computer Support / IT Specialist, APAC Teleservices/HQ
06.1996 - 08.1996
Theatrical Stage Support
Theatrical Stage Support, OGDEN ENT. / I.A.T.S.E.
09.1994 - 06.1997
Business Account Supervisor
Business Account Supervisor, MCI Consumer Markets
01.1994 - 06.1994
Maintenance Supervisor
Maintenance Supervisor, Midwest Janitorial Supply
12.1992 - 12.1993
Freedcecamp - Exercises and Tutoring - Front End Development
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Lane Community College
Associate Applied Science - Programming
Lane Community College
Certificate 1yr - Computer Specialist
Lane Community College
Certificate 1yr - Database Specialist
Lane Community College
Certificate 1yr - Web Programming
Lane Community College
No Degree -
US Department of Agriculture