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David Stafford

Suffield,CT

Summary

Seasoned Construction Supervisor with background in residential and commercial construction projects. Strong leadership skills, adept at coordinating teams, managing subcontractors, ensuring safety protocols, and delivering quality work on time. Demonstrated ability to problem solve and adapt to evolving project requirements. Experience driving efficiency improvements has resulted in successful completion of numerous complex projects.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work History

Specialty Painter & Assembler Military Contracts

AIW
Windsor Locks, CT
03.2014 - Current
  • Spread undercoats and finish materials using rollers and spray equipment.
  • Cleaned up job sites after completion of projects.
  • Maintained thorough inventory of paint equipment and supplies by checking product levels.
  • Used a schematic diagram to assemble parts according to a specific military contract.

David's Handy Man Service

Self Employed
Suffield, CT
03.2007 - 03.2014
  • Built reputation for excellent handyman services by taking pride in craftsmanship and attention to detail.
  • Assessed customer needs and provided appropriate solutions.
  • Installed window treatments, doors, locksets, shelves and other fixtures.
  • Performed basic carpentry work such as building, assembling, repairing furniture and cabinets.
  • Installation of new flooring: wood, tile, or laminate.

Maintenance Manager

Westside Oil
West Suffield, CT
01.2003 - 03.2007
  • Conducted regular training sessions for maintenance personnel on safety protocols and best practices.
  • Recruited and trained new employees to meet job requirements.
  • Inspected buildings, grounds and equipment regularly for safety hazards or breakdowns.
  • Managed the maintenance staff and their daily activities.
  • Completed routine maintenance and repair.
  • Organized work orders, assigned tasks to staff members and tracked progress of repairs and maintenance projects.

Builder- Specialty Homes

Co-owner Pine Meadow Homes LLC
West Suffield, CT
04.1997 - 01.2003
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to tight deadlines.
  • Worked productively as lead or helping team member to drive customer satisfaction.
  • Installed siding on homes or buildings according to specifications.
  • Installed drywall, flooring, and other building materials.
  • Used hand tools and power tools to complete builds.
  • Cleaned or prepared construction sites to eliminate hazards.
  • Performed rough carpentry tasks such as cutting rafters or studs for framing houses and buildings.
  • Used personal knowledge and abilities to help complete building tasks.
  • Installed kitchen cabinets, countertops, bathroom fixtures, appliances, and trimming.
  • Read blueprints or technical diagrams to determine the specific materials required for each job.
  • Assisted in budgeting and estimating project costs.
  • Provided customer service, addressing clients' questions and concerns.

Industrial Flooring Contractor

Creative Concrete Restoration
Suffield, CT
02.1993 - 04.1997
  • Kept up-to-date on changes in product lines in order to stay informed on current trends in the industry.
  • Coordinated with other contractors working on related projects.
  • Ensured that all projects were completed within scheduled timelines.
  • Consulted with customers regarding their design ideas for custom installations.
  • Protected surfaces from avoidable damages by using correct forming, bracing, preparation, and finishing techniques.
  • Maintained a clean work area at all times, ensuring safety regulations were adhered to.
  • Removed existing floor coverings, such as carpets, tiles and linoleum.
  • Ordered materials as needed for each job according to budget requirements.
  • Adhered to manufacturer specifications while installing flooring materials.
  • Applied sealers and finishes to protect the surface from wear and tear.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.

Construction Supervisor

NGM
Somers, CT
04.1986 - 04.1993
  • Maintained records of all work completed by contractors including time sheets, supplies purchased.
  • Reported to management with project updates and estimated completion dates, noting delay issues.
  • Recruited and hired workers, in addition to supervising and monitoring daily performance.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were strictly followed at all times throughout the duration of the project.
  • Assigned tasks to subcontractors and monitored their performance to ensure quality standards were met.
  • Reviewed plans, blueprints and drawings for accuracy of measurements and specifications.
  • Scheduled material deliveries ensuring timely completion of projects within budget constraints.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining a high level of productivity among workers.
  • Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
  • Coordinated construction planning, material resources, and staff scheduling to achieve timely completion of projects.
  • Created weekly schedules and daily workflows to support adequate project coverage.

Masonry Foreman

Stafford Masonry
West Tisbury, MA
05.1983 - 04.1986
  • Monitored project progress to enforce adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
  • Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
  • Custom fireplaces and stone flooring.
  • Built bracing systems, forms and supports for pouring foundations and construction.
  • Laid bricks or blocks in the proper configurations according to plans.
  • Kept production team moving forward for progress in daily site operations.
  • Laid building materials such as ceramic tile, bricks, concrete blocks and glass blocks using mortar or other substances to join.
  • Reported any accidents or injuries immediately to management and took appropriate action steps accordingly.
  • Planned layout of structures using drawings, blueprints or sketches provided by supervisor or architect.

Education

Trade - Pilot and Airplane Mechanic

Spartan School of Aeronautics
Tulsa
05-1981

High School Diploma -

Suffield High School
Suffield, CT
06-1979

Skills

  • Workload planning
  • Crew oversight
  • Meeting schedule deadlines
  • Construction scheduling
  • Permit acquisition
  • Report writing
  • Project management
  • Specification reading
  • Task delegation
  • Materials coordination
  • Worksite safety
  • OSHA certified

Timeline

Specialty Painter & Assembler Military Contracts

AIW
03.2014 - Current

David's Handy Man Service

Self Employed
03.2007 - 03.2014

Maintenance Manager

Westside Oil
01.2003 - 03.2007

Builder- Specialty Homes

Co-owner Pine Meadow Homes LLC
04.1997 - 01.2003

Industrial Flooring Contractor

Creative Concrete Restoration
02.1993 - 04.1997

Construction Supervisor

NGM
04.1986 - 04.1993

Masonry Foreman

Stafford Masonry
05.1983 - 04.1986

Trade - Pilot and Airplane Mechanic

Spartan School of Aeronautics

High School Diploma -

Suffield High School

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