Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Work Availability
Summary
Work Preference
Timeline
CHRISTOPHER DESANTIS

CHRISTOPHER DESANTIS

KEIZER,OR

Overview

52
52
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Owner

C. De Santis Construction
07.2020 - Current
  • Kitchen and bathroom remodeling.
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.

Sales/Office Manager

Affordable Quality Lighting
10.2010 - 01.2020
  • Internet sales of lighting fixtures, phone sales, tech support, lighting layouts, quotes, fixture design and development (10/2010 to 01/2012).
  • Manager of sales team, claims department, phone sales, tech support, quotes, fixture design and development.
  • Since implementing changes, and cultivating strong relationships with clients sales have increased approximately18% annually.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service and prompt resolution of client issues.

Owner

C.D.S. Electrical Contractors
12.2003 - 01.2020
  • Supervise & direct employees in addition to the installation of new electrical systems
  • Repair or replace, maintain, and improve existing systems or equipment which applied to residential, commercial, and industrial wiring.
  • Managed the everyday activities of a construction business.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.

General Contractor

C. DeSantis Construction
12.2003 - 10.2010
  • Established a reputation for delivering high-quality work consistently meeting or exceeding client expectations.
  • Primarily kitchen & bathroom remodels, which included all trades. (framing, electrical, plumbing, drywall, cabinet design & install, tile work, finish woodwork, and painting).

Owner & Supervisor

C.D.S. Electrical Contractors
01.1992 - 11.2003


  • Supervise & direct employees in addition to the installation of new electrical systems residential & commercial.
  • Repair or replace, maintain, and improve existing systems or equipment which applied to residential, commercial, and industrial wiring.
  • Managed the everyday activities of a construction business.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.

General Contractor

C. DeSantis Construction
01.1991 - 11.2003
  • Hired and oversaw subcontractors to meet project needs.
  • Established a reputation for delivering high-quality work consistently meeting or exceeding client expectations.
  • Managed multiple simultaneous projects, ensuring timely completion without sacrificing quality or exceeding budgets.
  • Worked effectively with architects, engineers, developers, bankers, inspectors, decorators, and home buyers.

Owner

C.D.S. Electrical Contractors
01.1988 - 01.1991
  • Owner - electrical contractor in business in Southern California
  • Supervise & direct employees in addition to the installation of new custom residential metallic flex systems.
  • Repair or replace, maintain, and improve existing systems or equipment which applied to residential, commercial, and industrial wiring.
  • Managed the everyday activities of a construction business.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.


Supervisor/Foreman & Installer

Schmidt Electric
06.1978 - 01.1988


  • Installation of new electrical systems, and maintenance of existing which includes troubleshooting in residential, commercial, & industrial
  • Truck and inventory control, material purchasing, job layout, drawing of green sheets, load calculations, pulling permits and meeting with inspectors
  • Systems installed include large custom homes, apartments, remodels, offices, banks, shopping centers, restaurants, machine shops, manufacturing plants, and warehouses.

5th Man /Retail Keyholder

Vons Grocery Store
04.1973 - 06.1978

Started out as a box boy, then advanced to working with receiver and loud breakdowns.

After 2 years moved to early morning crew stocking a section.

Then worked into management as 5th man or morning crew manager, opening for crew and placing product orders weekly.

AM customer service manager as well.

  • Assisted store cashiers during peak sales times.
  • Ensured timely inventory replenishment, maintaining optimal stock levels for high-demand products.

Education

State of California Contractors School

C-10 Electrical Contractor #549462

State of Oregon Continuing Education Courses

State of Oregon Contractors Courses

General Contractor # 89751

General Supervisor # 4004S

Electrical Contactor # 24-308C

Community College, State Of Oregon Contractors Courses

Skills

  • Customer relations
  • Goal oriented
  • Training and mentoring
  • Crew leadership
  • Small business operations
  • Dedicated work ethic
  • Customer satisfaction
  • Construction supervision
  • Troubleshooting
  • Blueprint reading
  • Sales
  • Complex Problem-solving

Certification

  • California, C-10 Electrical Contractor, 549462
  • Oregon, General Supervisor, 4004S
  • Oregon, Electrical Contractor, 24-308C
  • Oregon, General Contractor, 89751

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Summary

Professional with deep expertise and readiness for leadership. Proven track record in driving business growth and operational efficiency. Strong focus on team collaboration and delivering impactful results. Known for reliability, adaptability, strategic vision, and effective problem-solving. Skilled in business management, financial planning, and customer relations.

Work Preference

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract WorkGig Work

Work Location

On-SiteHybrid

Important To Me

Work-life balanceFlexible work hours4-day work weekCompany Culture

Timeline

Owner - C. De Santis Construction
07.2020 - Current
Sales/Office Manager - Affordable Quality Lighting
10.2010 - 01.2020
Owner - C.D.S. Electrical Contractors
12.2003 - 01.2020
General Contractor - C. DeSantis Construction
12.2003 - 10.2010
Owner & Supervisor - C.D.S. Electrical Contractors
01.1992 - 11.2003
General Contractor - C. DeSantis Construction
01.1991 - 11.2003
Owner - C.D.S. Electrical Contractors
01.1988 - 01.1991
Supervisor/Foreman & Installer - Schmidt Electric
06.1978 - 01.1988
5th Man /Retail Keyholder - Vons Grocery Store
04.1973 - 06.1978
State of California Contractors School - ,
State of Oregon Continuing Education Courses - ,
State of Oregon Contractors Courses - ,
Community College - ,
CHRISTOPHER DESANTIS