Christopher Wood
Plant City
Summary
With a proven track record at Woods Handyman Services, I excel in process optimization and relationship building, enhancing operational efficiency. My expertise spans project management and client service, ensuring high-quality outcomes and stakeholder satisfaction. Skilled in both strategic planning and staff management, I drive projects to successful completion while fostering team development. Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Woods Handyman Services
03.2024 - Current
- Managed daily operations, overseeing budgets, accounts, and costs to enhance operational efficiency and productivity.
- Provided expert consultation to clients, assessing their needs and offering tailored solutions to improve their homes and businesses.
- Performed a range of repair and maintenance tasks, including flooring replacement (carpet/wood), minor plumbing and electrical repairs, and basic landscaping.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed issues with mechanical and electrical systems, ensuring timely and effective resolutions.
- Executed drywall installation, wall repairs, and painting for both residential and commercial properties.
- Built and repaired decks, fences, and sheds, improving curb appeal and functionality for homeowners.
- Installed energy-efficient lighting and sealed windows, doors, and siding to minimize energy costs.
- Performed preventative maintenance and repairs on restrooms, including fixing leaking faucets and unclogging drains.
- Delivered top-notch customer service by answering inquiries, resolving concerns, and training clients on proper equipment use and maintenance.
- Strictly adhered to safety protocols, ensuring safe work environments and mitigating job site risks.
Caretaker
V.A
04.2024 - 09.2024
- Maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and organization of assigned service areas to ensure a safe and efficient environment.
- Accurately recorded vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respiration) as directed by medical or nursing staff.
- Stayed alert to client health issues, responding promptly and competently to any concerns or emergencies.
- Coordinated with external vendors to supply necessary equipment and materials for staff, ensuring smooth operational flow.
- Managed and maintained accurate records of work hours, payroll, and budgets to ensure compliance with organizational standards.
- Developed and implemented daily, weekly, and monthly cleaning routines to meet facility cleanliness and safety requirements.
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Publix Warehouse
07.2022 - 07.2023
- Manually counted and verified picked and packaged orders, identifying and reporting any discrepancies or losses to ensure accurate shipments.
- Unloaded and stacked materials efficiently, operating lifting devices to move heavy goods while maintaining safety and adherence to operational guidelines.
- Performed preventive maintenance and troubleshooting of forklifts, ensuring optimal functionality and minimizing equipment downtime.
- Built and wrapped pallets for partial and mixed orders, staging loads for shipment while adhering to safety and organizational standards.
- Safely maneuvered forklifts in congested and confined areas, utilizing expert techniques to navigate tight spaces and maintain productivity.
- Monitored pedestrian and vehicular traffic in the warehouse, ensuring a safe working environment for all personnel and equipment.
- Worked with racking systems to load and unload pallets, optimizing storage by stacking goods vertically and improving warehouse efficiency.
- Operated carts, dollies, hand trucks, and power-propelled trucks to move large quantities of merchandise, ensuring timely and efficient deliveries.
- Inspected warehouse equipment for defects, performing repairs and maintenance as needed to keep operations running smoothly.
- Received products using frequency scanners, unloading shipments and organizing stock to streamline order fulfillment and delivery processes.
- Complied with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies while operating forklifts, ensuring safety and legal compliance.
- Maintained clear visibility of work areas while safely operating forklifts, adhering to proper load rates and maximizing space utilization.
Pipe Layer
J AND A Contracting
10.2021 - 07.2022
- Assembled and installed underground pipes, fittings, and valves of various sizes to meet project specifications and ensure functionality.
- Conducted tests on underground pipes to verify proper functionality and prevent future issues.
- Directed equipment operators using hand signals to ensure safe and efficient operation, alerting to hazards as needed.
- Covered completed pipes with earth or materials and prepared sites for grading, maintaining project timelines and efficiency.
- Led repairs for sanitary and stormwater sewer systems, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with safety standards.
- Operated equipment such as rollers, dump trucks, and front-end loaders to transport essential materials and supplies.
- Interpreted and followed blueprints, written instructions, and drawings to plan and lay out pipe installation projects accurately.
- Consistently adhered to safety protocols and company policies, reducing job site accidents and ensuring a safe working environment.
- Measured and checked slopes for conformance to requirements using levels or lasers, ensuring quality work.
- Graded or leveled trench bases with tamping machines or hand tools to ensure proper foundation for pipe installation.
- Installed hydrants, valves, and fire lines to meet fire department requirements and protect residential areas.
Paving Foreman
Rose Paving
07.2019 - 10.2021
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution and satisfaction.
- Monitored job progress, employee performance, and contractor productivity to ensure projects were completed on time and within scope.
- Investigated, reported, and documented accidents, injuries, and near-miss incidents, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions.
- Established and enforced safety regulations and standards for construction and extraction workers, ensuring a safe and compliant work environment.
- Created and implemented efficiency-enhancing plans to maximize worker productivity and meet project goals.
- Inspected equipment and tools regularly, ensuring safe operation and compliance with industry standards.
- Managed daily site operations, ensuring optimal pace and productivity while maintaining a focus on quality and safety.
- Prepared and submitted comprehensive reports on job progress, safety conditions, and worker performance to upper management.
- Documented worker hours and other relevant information, maintaining accurate and timely records for payroll and compliance purposes.
- Sourced suppliers and procured necessary materials to keep projects on track and within budget.
- Trained workers in safe and effective methods, equipment operation, and safety protocols to improve team performance and minimize accidents.
Education
High School Diploma -
Plant City High School
Plant City, FL09-2009
Skills
- Small business operations
- Process optimization
- Service quality assurance
- Verbal and written communication
- Regulatory compliance
- Strategic planning
- Cost reduction
- Client service
- Staff management
- Employee development
- Project management
- Project estimating
- Relationship building
Timeline
Caretaker
V.A
04.2024 - 09.2024
Owner
Woods Handyman Services
03.2024 - Current
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Publix Warehouse
07.2022 - 07.2023
Pipe Layer
J AND A Contracting
10.2021 - 07.2022
Paving Foreman
Rose Paving
07.2019 - 10.2021
High School Diploma -
Plant City High School
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