Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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David Schooley

Deer Park,TX

Summary

Seasoned Operations Manager and talented leader with 15 years of experience applying exceptional planning and problem-solving abilities toward enhancing business plans and day-to-day activities. Results-driven and resilient in developing teams while improving processes and increasing productivity. Bringing solid understanding of industry trends, excellent communication skills, talent for spotting areas in need of improvement and implementing changes with strategic approach.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Operations Manager

R.L. Dickey Construction Solution
02.2022 - 04.2025
  • Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
  • Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
  • Increased profit by streamlining operations.
  • Managed inventory and supply chain operations to achieve timely and accurate delivery of goods and services.
  • Negotiated contracts with vendors and suppliers to obtain best pricing and terms.
  • Supervised operations staff and kept employees compliant with company policies and procedures.
  • Directed initiatives to improve work environment, company culture or overall business strategy.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with external vendors and suppliers.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to maximize customer satisfaction.
  • Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
  • Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
  • Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.

Lead Carpenter

R.L. Dickey Construction Solutions
05.2018 - 01.2021
  • Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
  • Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
  • Led garages, residential homes, and addition projects to completion.
  • Completed precise joining and high-quality finish work by properly anchoring and bracing structures.
  • Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
  • Kept team members safe and job sites free of hazards by maintaining good organizational skills.
  • Engaged customers to help design custom entertainment centers, china cabinets, mantels and kitchen cabinets for residences.
  • Planned projects by identifying necessary equipment, tools, and required assistance.
  • Assisted in training new carpenters to demonstrate techniques, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
  • Measured materials to determine sizes and quantity required for construction project.
  • Collaborated with other construction workers to coordinate projects and streamline process.
  • Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
  • Measured, drilled and sawed materials to perform successful home improvements.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
  • Built and hung custom doors and frames.
  • Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
  • Facilitated harmonious working relationships with crew members to prevent problems and conflicts.
  • Cut and shaped materials to meet outlined measurements.
  • Measured, cut and installed drywall, paneling and other materials.
  • Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment.
  • Installed drywall, ceilings, trim and fabricated replacement trim and moldings.
  • Repaired damaged doors, windows and other structures.
  • Safely operated electric cordless and hammer drills and cutting torches.
  • Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
  • Calculated dimensions and amount of needed materials by accurately measuring job site and structures.
  • Measured and marked cutting lines on materials using pencil or chalk and marking gauge.
  • Inspected buildings to identify repair needs.
  • Managed inventory of tools, supplies and equipment.
  • Assembled and installed furniture and cabinetry.
  • Specialized in foundations, framing and finish carpentry.
  • Followed protocols and stayed organized to provide personal and teammate safety.

Civil Construction Worker

Bechtel
04.2016 - 03.2018
    • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
    • Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
    • Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
    • Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
    • Gathered and disposed of worksite debris to remove safety hazards.
    • Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
    • Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
    • Installed new structures, updated systems and replaced worn components to bring buildings up to current codes.
    • Read blueprints and schematics to interpret building plans.
    • Inspected project sites to monitor progress and adherence to design specifications, safety protocols and state sanitation standards.
    • Looked over proposed plans and project sites to coordinate layouts and site maps.

Concrete Form Carpenter

Fluor
05.2014 - 03.2016
  • Read blueprints and drawings to understand dimensions and design of form structure.
  • Observed all OSHA and corporate safety regulations and procedures to prevent mishaps and injuries on job sites.
  • Communicated daily with job site supervisor to discuss milestones and update project schedule.
  • Coordinated movement of materials and equipment to job sites.
  • Cut and shaped materials to meet outlined measurements.
  • Specialized in foundations, framing and finish carpentry.
  • Managed inventory of tools, supplies and equipment.
  • Measured and marked cutting lines on materials using pencil or chalk and marking gauge.
  • Followed protocols and stayed organized to provide personal and teammate safety.
  • Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and construction documents to determine project directives.

Civil Carpenter

Performance Contracting
01.2011 - 05.2014
  • Conducted inspections and completed routine preventive maintenance on wooden structures.
  • Worked as part of crew completing rough and finish carpentry work.
  • Interpreted and followed written work orders and verbal instructions to complete assignments.
  • Fabricated new facilities and component items based on proper measurements.
  • Facilitated harmonious working relationships with crew members to prevent problems and conflicts.
  • Calculated dimensions and amount of needed materials by accurately measuring job site and structures.
  • Observed all OSHA and corporate safety regulations and procedures to prevent mishaps and injuries on job sites.
  • Communicated daily with job site supervisor to discuss milestones and update project schedule.
  • Managed inventory of tools, supplies and equipment.

Carpenter

Ref Chem
06.2008 - 03.2010
  • Inspected job sites to identify potential hazards and establish protection and safety standards.
  • Discarded debris and disposed waste to maintain cleanliness and quality standards.
  • Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
  • Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
  • Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
  • Assisted in training new carpenters to demonstrate techniques, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
  • Measured materials to determine sizes and quantity required for construction project.
  • Collaborated with other construction workers to coordinate projects and streamline process.
  • Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
  • Specialized in foundations, framing and finish carpentry.

Education

High School Diploma -

Deer Park High School
Deer Park, TX
05-2002

Skills

  • Production
  • Contract development
  • Customer retention
  • Conflict mediation
  • Business development
  • Management information systems
  • Workforce management
  • Problem-solving
  • Productivity improvement specialist
  • Employee motivation
  • Revenue generation
  • Business and operations management
  • Multi-site operations
  • Customer service
  • Project management abilities
  • Cost control
  • Business planning
  • Goal setting
  • Warehouse operations
  • Inventory management

Certification

  • Certified NCCER Carpenter V-4

Timeline

Operations Manager

R.L. Dickey Construction Solution
02.2022 - 04.2025

Lead Carpenter

R.L. Dickey Construction Solutions
05.2018 - 01.2021

Civil Construction Worker

Bechtel
04.2016 - 03.2018

Concrete Form Carpenter

Fluor
05.2014 - 03.2016

Civil Carpenter

Performance Contracting
01.2011 - 05.2014

Carpenter

Ref Chem
06.2008 - 03.2010

High School Diploma -

Deer Park High School

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