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Christopher Cook

Houston,TX

Summary

Energetic Handyman with broad range of maintenance and repair skills. Identified clients' needs quickly to complete tasks. Commended for excellent customer service skills.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Handyman

Self-employeed
Charleston, WV
03.2017 - Current
  • Repaired plumbing problems such as leaking pipes, clogged drains and malfunctioning toilets.
  • Installed window treatments, doors, locksets, shelves and other fixtures.
  • Installed ceiling fans and lighting fixtures.
  • Provided landscaping services including mowing lawns, trimming hedges and planting flowers.
  • Replaced faulty door handles, hinges and locks.
  • Caulked windowsills, bathtubs, showers and countertops to prevent water damage.
  • Replaced broken light switches and outlets.
  • Inspected roofs for damage due to weather or age related wear-and-tear.
  • Installed kitchen appliances such as refrigerators and dishwashers.
  • Assessed customer needs and provided appropriate solutions.
  • Repaired drywall holes using spackle or joint compound.
  • Performed basic carpentry work such as building, assembling, repairing furniture and cabinets.
  • Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
  • Fixed and managed electrical and plumbing problems.
  • Prioritized handyman jobs by identifying urgent and important projects with concern for customer safety and security.
  • Used professional grade tools and equipment to perform wide range of handyman services.
  • Built reputation for excellent handyman services by taking pride in craftsmanship and attention to detail.
  • Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on buildings and equipment using plumbing and electrical skills to keep properties clean and safe.
  • Assisted with installing and maintaining electrical and power systems during remodeling projects.
  • Repaired outlets, circuit breakers and lights to restore electrical systems to functionality.
  • Replaced wall sockets, ran lines and completed basic carpentry to finish installations.
  • Property inspections and grounds-keeping
  • Main gas, drain, and water line installation
  • water heater repairs and installs
  • tub and shower repairs and install

Plumbing Pro

Lowes Home Improvment
Charleston, WV
01.2008 - 03.2016
  • Communicated regularly with customers regarding the progress of repair jobs.
  • Educated customers on how best to maintain their plumbing systems properly.
  • Assisted customers in selecting the most appropriate fixtures for their needs.
  • Adhered to company policies regarding customer service standards.
  • Studied blueprints and inspected structures to assess material and equipment needs, pipe installation sequence and installation around possible obstructions.

Construction Worker

Heavy Horses
Charleston, WV
02.2006 - 01.2008
  • Followed blueprints or engineering plans to determine the best methods of assembling structures.
  • Operated a variety of tools to excavate, move and grade earth for foundations, trenches and roads.
  • Transported materials from one site location to another using trucks or trailers.
  • Ensured compliance with local codes regarding building regulations.
  • Conducted regular maintenance checks on all tools used during construction process ensuring that they were properly functioning at all times.
  • Performed various carpentry tasks such as constructing walls, installing doors, windows and siding.
  • Repaired damaged structures with appropriate materials including wood and metal components.
  • Coordinated with other workers onsite to ensure efficient completion of tasks.
  • Built temporary supports during construction processes such as shoring up beams or columns until they are set in place permanently.
  • Utilized power tools such as saws, drills and sanders when necessary on projects.
  • Assisted in the preparation of construction sites by clearing debris, leveling ground and erecting scaffolding.
  • Assisted electrical, plumbing and carpentry teams by completing basic and semi-skilled work.
  • Used laser measuring tools to calculate lengths, widths, and heights.
  • Completed carpentry work and installed crown molding and wood flooring to meet customer preferences.
  • Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
  • Dug ditches or trenches, backfilled excavations or compacted and leveled earth to grade specifications.
  • Installed sewer, water or storm drain pipes using pipe-laying machinery or laser guidance equipment.

Education

High School Diploma -

Lamar High School
Houston, TX
06-1999

Skills

  • Grounds Maintenance
  • Emergency Response
  • Repair work
  • Painting
  • Masonry
  • Building upkeep
  • Carpentry
  • Roof maintenance
  • Appliance Installation
  • Supply Management
  • Electrical Troubleshooting
  • Power Tool Operation
  • Plumbing
  • Drywall
  • Drain Cleaning
  • Insulation Installation
  • Cabinet installation
  • Sanitation and safety
  • Pest Control
  • Hand tools
  • Physically agile
  • Power Tools
  • Reading blueprints and manuals
  • Household Repairs
  • Flooring Installation
  • Fence Repair
  • Quality Control Analysis
  • Waterproofing knowledge
  • Drywall Installation
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Maintenance Planning
  • Policy and procedure implementation
  • Machinery repairs

Timeline

Handyman

Self-employeed
03.2017 - Current

Plumbing Pro

Lowes Home Improvment
01.2008 - 03.2016

Construction Worker

Heavy Horses
02.2006 - 01.2008

High School Diploma -

Lamar High School

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