CHRISTOPHER DEKANCHUK
Mount Pleasant,SC
Summary
Experienced carpenter and firefighter/EMT with a passion for hands-on work and mastering the craft. Joined the FDNY to fulfill childhood dream and provided critical care to patients while ensuring safe transport. Dedicated two decades of service to the FDNY. Thrived as a realtor in the real estate industry, establishing a successful team with Keller Williams Realty. Managed and trained team to become one of the top teams within the company. Currently serving as a realtor with Keller Williams Realty Mt Pleasant/Charleston while overseeing thriving team in New York. Semi-retired and seeking a new venture in life as to working towards obtaining a Commercial Pilot Rating by 2025.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/Operator
CJD Homes Inc.
06.2024 - Current
- Real Estate Sales
- All Phases of Home Improvement
- Finish Carpentry
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
Licensed Salesperson /Team Leader
Keller Williams Realty Mt Pleasant/Charleston
01.2021 - Current
- Provided exceptional customer service, responding promptly to inquiries and addressing concerns in a professional manner.
- Exceeded retention goals by maintaining open lines of communication with existing clients to ensure their continued satisfaction with products and services provided.
- Maintained an up-to-date understanding of industry regulations and compliance requirements, ensuring adherence to all applicable laws during sales activities.
- Demonstrated exceptional problem-solving skills when handling complex client inquiries or complaints, leading to swift resolution of issues.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, ensuring long-term loyalty and repeat business.
Licensed Salesperson /Team Leader
Keller Williams Realty Elite NY
01.2020 - Current
- Provided exceptional customer service, responding promptly to inquiries and addressing concerns in a professional manner.
- Improved team performance by mentoring new hires on best practices in sales techniques and product offerings.
- Demonstrated exceptional problem-solving skills when handling complex client inquiries or complaints, leading to swift resolution of issues.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, ensuring long-term loyalty and repeat business.
- Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of the purchasing process.
- Worked with sales team to collaboratively reach targets, consistently meeting or exceeding personal quotas.
- Set and achieved company defined sales goals.
Firefighter/CFRD
FDNY
01.2003 - 01.2021
- Firefighter
- Emergency Medical Service
- Hazmat Training
- Engine Chauffeur
Licensed Salesperson
Realty Connect USA
01.2011 - 01.2020
- Residential Home Sales
- Exceeded Goals Year to Year
- Enhanced product knowledge through regular attendance at industry training sessions, seminars, and workshops.
- Surpassed sales targets consistently by effectively managing a pipeline of prospects and conducting follow-ups in a timely manner.
- Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth.
Licensed Salesperson
Island Advantage Realty
01.2010 - 01.2012
- REO Sales
- Worked with Investors to Assess the Before and after repair value.
- Added Structural, Finish Input to maximize value
Carpenter
Rogers Development
01.2006 - 01.2009
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Demonstrated versatility in carpentry techniques, working proficiently with both hand tools and power tools to achieve desired results.
- Specialized in specific carpentry tasks such as framing, finish work, or restoration projects to provide clients with tailored services and high-quality results.
Owner Operator/Carpenter
DNR Home Improvement
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
EMT
FDNY
01.2001 - 01.2003
- Evaluated patient vital signs and status to determine care needs using pulse oximeters and electronic vital sign machines.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Maintained a clean and organized ambulance, ensuring optimal readiness for emergency calls.
- Expedited life-saving interventions by rapidly assessing patients'' conditions based on vital signs, symptoms, and medical history.
- Upheld legal compliance standards by adhering to established protocols regarding documentation, treatment procedures, and communication practices within the EMS system.
Residential/Commercial Carpenter
Trade Source
01.1999 - 01.2001
Education
Some College - Criminal Justice
06.2003
High School Diploma -
01.1998
Skills
- Team Player
- Strong Relationship Building
- Team Leadership
- Agent Training
- Strong Verbal Communication
- Self Motivated
- Powerful Negotiator
- Fire Suppression, Fire apparatus Chauffer, Crisis Management
- Client Assessment and Analysis
- Available 24/7
- Process Implementation
- Hard Worker
- Sales negotiation
- Problem-solving abilities
- Project Management
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 08/05/80
Workhistory
Licensed Salesperson /Team Leader, Keller Williams Realty Elite NY, 01/20, Current, Licensed Salesperson /Team Leader, Keller Williams Realty Mt Pleasant/Charleston, 01/21, Current, Firefighter/CFRD, FDNY- Ozone Park, Queens NY, 01/03, 01/21, EMT, FDNY, 01/01, 01/03, Licensed Salesperson, Realty Connect USA-Hauppauge NY, 01/11, 01/20, Licensed Salesperson, Island Advantage Realty-Hauppauge NY, 01/10, 01/03, Carpenter, Rogers Development - Babylon, NY, 01/06, 01/09, Owner Operator/Carpenter, DNR Home Improvement, 01/02, 01/05, Residential/Commercial Carpenter, Trade Source NY, 01/99, 01/01
Accomplishments
- Achieved Private Pilot through effectively helping with Sporty's Ground School and Mt Pleasant Flight School
- Achieved An Instrument RAting through effectively helping with Sporty,s Ground School and CHS Flight School.
- Achieved my Childhood dream of becoming a NYC Firefighter
- Generated more than $8 million in sales revenue in 2019.
Certification
- National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) Membership - National Association of Realtors.
- Real Estate Salesperson License - SC Real Estate Commission.
- Instrument Rating (IR) - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
- Private Pilot FAA 02/2022
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Owner/Operator - CJD Homes Inc.
06.2024 - Current
Licensed Salesperson /Team Leader - Keller Williams Realty Mt Pleasant/Charleston
01.2021 - Current
Licensed Salesperson /Team Leader - Keller Williams Realty Elite NY
01.2020 - Current
Licensed Salesperson - Realty Connect USA
01.2011 - 01.2020
Licensed Salesperson - Island Advantage Realty
01.2010 - 01.2012
Carpenter - Rogers Development
01.2006 - 01.2009
Firefighter/CFRD - FDNY
01.2003 - 01.2021
Owner Operator/Carpenter - DNR Home Improvement
01.2002 - 01.2005
EMT - FDNY
01.2001 - 01.2003
Residential/Commercial Carpenter - Trade Source
01.1999 - 01.2001
- National Association of REALTORS® (NAR) Membership - National Association of Realtors.
- Real Estate Salesperson License - SC Real Estate Commission.
- Instrument Rating (IR) - Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
- Private Pilot FAA 02/2022
Nassau Community College - Some College, Criminal Justice
Division Ave HS - High School Diploma,
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