Dantzler Newell
Robbins,IL
Summary
Successful professional bringing several years of expertise in building construction, maintenance and remodeling to new position with challenging and rewarding employer. Knowledgeable and skilled in various construction techniques, procedures, carpentry tools and equipment. Team-oriented in communicating with others to complete excellent rough carpentry work and share information needed to complete finish carpentry tasks.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Carpenter
GALES CONSTRUCTION
Tinley Park, Illinois
08.2025 - Current
- Constructed frameworks for residential projects using various hand and power tools.
- Installed doors, windows, and cabinets according to project specifications and blueprints, ensuring structural integrity and aesthetic quality.
- Measured and cut materials to precise dimensions, supporting accurate and efficient construction tasks.
- Performed various carpentry duties, including both rough and finish carpentry.
- Installed interior trim work such as baseboards and moldings around windows and doors.
- Repaired or replaced damaged structures or components.
- Executed cabinet installations to enhance kitchen and bathroom designs, following precise measurements.
- Utilized hand tools and power tools for carpentry tasks, ensuring safety and precision in construction.
- Installed drywall sheets onto walls or ceilings using nails or screws.
- Measured, cut and shaped wood materials to specifications using hand tools, such as saws and chisels.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure project timelines and quality standards were met.
- Maintained organized job site, enhancing safety and operational efficiency.
- Maintained a clean job site at all times by disposing of debris properly after each shift.
- Supported senior carpenters in executing intricate installations and repairs, gaining hands-on experience in the process.
- Learned to interpret architectural drawings to aid in precise material selection.
- Cut and installed tile and hardwood flooring for residential and commercial buildings.
- Fitted door locksets, deadbolts and other hardware on doors according to manufacturer's instructions.
- Assembled furniture using glue, dowels, screws and nails.
- Built jigs and fixtures to assist in the production of parts.
- Contracted and collaborated with specialty subcontractors for special trade jobs or installations.
- Applied acoustic paneling to ceilings and walls to adjust sound absorption and rebound within rooms.
- Cut countertops from laminated material following template measurements.
- Roughed in door and window frames or subflooring in structures undergoing construction or repair.
Sole Proprietor FIBER OPTIC & CABLE TECH
DLN CREATIONS & RENOVATIONS
Robbins, IL
02.2012 - 06.2024
- Established business operations, managing all aspects of daily activities.
- Developed marketing strategies to promote products and services effectively.
- Cultivated relationships with clients, contributing to revenue growth.
- Maintained financial records, accurately tracking expenses and revenue to support business decisions.
- Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
- Collaborated with vendors, negotiating terms for better pricing and service.
- Managed customer inquiries, fostering consistent positive service experiences.
- Provided customer service support via telephone, email, and in-person meetings.
- Provided training for new staff on operational procedures and customer service standards.
- Installed cable systems in residential and commercial properties.
- Diagnosed and repaired cable service issues for customers.
- Maintained and updated records of installations and repairs.
- Collaborated with team members to improve installation efficiency.
- Trained junior technicians on cable installation procedures.
- Utilized testing equipment to ensure quality signal reception.
- Assisted in inventory management of tools and supplies.
- Communicated effectively with customers to resolve service inquiries.
- Inspected cable lines to identify any damage or corrosion that could affect service.
- Performed work for residential and commercial customers, including connecting, reconnecting, disconnecting or altering services.
- Repaired faulty connections by removing old wiring and replacing it with new wiring as needed.
- Configured routers, switches, amplifiers, splitters and other related devices to ensure proper operation of the system.
- Set up service for customers by installing, connecting, testing or adjusting equipment.
- Installed and tested coaxial cable, fiber optic cables, and other related equipment.
- Provided customers with dedicated service and support during field visits to drive maximum efficiency.
- Performed maintenance activities on existing cable systems, including troubleshooting problems with signal strength or clarity.
- Completed tests on system components using volt-OHM meters, spectrum analyzers and other useful tools.
- Executed replacements of faulty parts in the cable system.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed systems using speed, ping and related tests.
- Installed cabling from transport and wiring closets to customer access outlet.
- Ensured that all installations met industry standards for safety and quality assurance.
Education
High School Diploma -
DWIGHT EISENHOWER
Blue Island, IL06-1986
Skills
- Framework construction
- Cabinet installation
- Drywall installation
- Finish carpentry
- Measuring and cutting
- Customer relationship management
Timeline
Carpenter
GALES CONSTRUCTION
08.2025 - Current
Sole Proprietor FIBER OPTIC & CABLE TECH
DLN CREATIONS & RENOVATIONS
02.2012 - 06.2024
High School Diploma -
DWIGHT EISENHOWER