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Daniel Fontenot

Saint Landry ,LA

Summary

Seasoned small business owner with several years of experience in operations management, business strategy and financial management. Know how to work as a team and to lead coworkers to success safely efficiently. Thrive in fast pace environments and does not buckle under pressure.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Installer

LA Custom Covers & Patios LLC
Saint Landry , LA
01.2021 - Current
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Reviewed legal documents related to business operations.
  • Conducted performance reviews for employees on a regular basis.
  • Oversaw budgeting and financial management.
  • Created marketing campaigns to attract new customers.
  • Analyzed industry trends to develop competitive strategies.
  • Identified new opportunities for growth, expansion, and diversification.
  • Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
  • Provided direction and guidance to employees.
  • Managed daily operations of business, including hiring and training staff.

Foreman

Fontenots Siding and Patio
Ville Platte, LA
08.2015 - 12.2020
  • Assessed work area conditions for potential hazards or risks.
  • Trained new employees in safety regulations, operational procedures, and company policies.
  • Resolved conflicts between workers in a timely manner.
  • Conducted regular performance reviews with crew members.
  • Supervised activities of personnel assigned to various tasks during construction jobs.
  • Identified areas of improvement for increased efficiency and productivity.
  • Ensured all workers adhered to company policies and procedures.
  • Supervised projects to uphold schedule requirements and quality demands.
  • Managed sites by focusing on safety, operations and productivity.
  • Viewed and checked job equipment to determine maintenance requirements.
  • Prepared and planned worksites to help jobs run smoothly.
  • Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.

Roustabout

Noble Drilling
Sugarland, TX
05.2011 - 12.2015
  • Operated forklifts to transport materials from one area to another.
  • Operated cranes or hoists when loading and unloading heavy objects at rig sites.
  • Performed general maintenance tasks such as painting structures or cleaning tanks.
  • Provided assistance during emergency situations such as fires or spills.
  • Ensured that all necessary paperwork was completed accurately according to company standards.
  • Performed daily safety checks on all equipment used on rigs and well sites.
  • Set up chokers, including attaching blocks and rigging shackles.
  • Inspected rigging equipment for defects and damages prior to use.
  • Inspected, maintained and operated rigging equipment.

Infantryman

US Army National Guard
Opelousas, LA
06.2009 - 06.2012
  • Operated various types of military vehicles including tanks, Humvees and armored personnel carriers.
  • Conducted training exercises to ensure proficiency in basic infantry skills.
  • Constructed fortifications such as foxholes, trenches, bunkers and fighting positions.
  • Provided security for convoys, installations and personnel in hostile areas.
  • Inspected ammunition supplies to verify serviceability prior to use in field exercises or combat situations.
  • Utilized night vision devices to monitor activity at night.
  • Engaged enemy forces during offensive operations.

Education

NCCER Certifications - Heavy Equipment Operator

LA Tech Port Allen
Port Allen, LA
04-2009

High School Diploma -

Pine Prairie High School
Pine Prairie, LA
05-2008

Skills

  • Business Management
  • Hiring and staffing
  • Bidding processes
  • Financial Planning
  • Project estimating
  • Consulting
  • Marketing
  • Operations Management
  • Crane Rigging and Signaling
  • Multitasking
  • Time Management
  • Experience in leadership
  • Advanced firefighting
  • Confined Space Competent Person
  • HLO
  • ABLB
  • A Licence for Crane

Accomplishments

  • Combat Infantry Badge
  • Army Commendation Medal
  • Louisiana War Cross
  • Operation Iraqi Freedom

Timeline

Owner/Installer

LA Custom Covers & Patios LLC
01.2021 - Current

Foreman

Fontenots Siding and Patio
08.2015 - 12.2020

Roustabout

Noble Drilling
05.2011 - 12.2015

Infantryman

US Army National Guard
06.2009 - 06.2012

NCCER Certifications - Heavy Equipment Operator

LA Tech Port Allen

High School Diploma -

Pine Prairie High School

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