Devin Cole
Festus,MO
Summary
Experienced union floor layer with a strong background in hardwood floor installation, layout planning, material measurement, and safety compliance. Known for quality work, attentive detail, and reliable customer service.
Overview
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Language
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Certification
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Union Floor Layer
Lawson Brothers Floor Company
St Louis, Missouri
01.2020 - Current
- Measured room dimensions for accurate floor layout planning and marked floor layouts for Lawson Brothers Floor Company installations to support accurate fitting and quality finish.
- Helped measure rooms and mark layouts for Lawson Brothers Floor Company installations.
- Guided clients on care and maintenance for multiple floor covering types to improve satisfaction and extend installation life.
- Kept job records current with material types and cost estimates to support budgeting and resource planning.
- Attended training sessions regularly to stay current on industry updates and best practices.
Dishwasher
Delmar Gardens
St Louis, Missouri
01.2025 - 01.2026
- Sanitized dish machines, sinks, and work areas following Delmar Gardens kitchen standards.
- Scrubbed and sanitized dishes, pots, pans, utensils, and other kitchen equipment.
- Cleaned dishes, glassware, and cookware for Delmar Gardens dining service.
- Sorted soiled dishes and utensils for efficient cleaning, organizing clean supplies for timely meal service.
- Removed trash and waste from kitchen and dining areas at Delmar Gardens.
- Assisted cooks and dining staff to ensure kitchen readiness and efficient cleanup.
- Stored cleaned equipment, utensils, and supplies in proper Delmar Gardens locations.
- Maintained safe, orderly workspaces to support smooth operations during busy meal periods.
- Followed sanitation procedures and food safety guidelines for senior dining operations.
Floor Layers Apprenticeship
Local 1310 Floor Layers Union
St Louis, Missouri
01.2020 - 01.2026
- Installed resilient flooring on union job sites, ensuring compliance with Local 1310 standards.
- Measured and cut floor coverings to fit into irregularly shaped areas.
- Sorted and arranged tools for efficient access during flooring projects, materials, and work areas to support efficient execution of union flooring projects.
- Adhered to safety protocols and jobsite procedures to minimize risks on every assignment.
- Engaged in training to stay updated on industry standards and techniques. sessions regularly to stay abreast of industry developments and best practices.
Hardwood Floor Specialist
Blake Floor Company
Fenton, Missouri
05.2017 - 01.2020
- Installed hardwood flooring for Blake Floor Company residential and commercial projects.
- Measured rooms to determine the amount of materials needed for installation.
- Guided customers in selecting suitable wood flooring types to meet their specific needs.
- Sanded hardwood surfaces using company equipment and dust-control systems.
- Repaired damaged boards, gaps, and surface imperfections before finishing.
- Stained floors to match customer-selected colors and finish specifications.
- Finished hardwood floors by sanding, staining, sealing, and polishing them.
- Applied sealers and protective coatings for durable hardwood floor finishes.
- Organized job sites with protective measures, layout planning, and efficient material staging.
- Collaborated with customers and Blake Floor Company teams to ensure clarity on project details.
- Removed old carpets or tile prior to installing new hardwood flooring surfaces.
- Operated power sanding and edging equipment, buffers and vacuums and hand scraped according to job requirements.
- Followed established safety protocols to ensure a secure work environment at job sites. while working at job sites.
Education
Journey Man -
1310 Floor Layers Apprenticeship Program
8300 VAlcour Ave St. Louis Mo 6312301-2026
High School Diploma -
Mehlville Highschool
3200 LeMay Ferry Rd, St. Louis Mo 6312505-2017
High School Diploma -
South Tech Highschool
12721 W Watson Rd St Louis Mo 6312705-2017
Skills
- Floor installation
- Hardwood floor installation
- Subfloor preparation
- Subfloor removal
- Material measurement
- Layout planning
- Quality inspection
- Moisture testing procedures
- Waterproofing techniques
- Safety compliance
- Safety regulations
- Equipment maintenance
- Tool handling
- Floor maintenance
- Team coordination
- Customer service
- Attentive to detail
- Blueprint reading
- Measurement accuracy
- Material estimation
- Time management
- Power tools proficiency
Languages
English
Professional
Certification
- Journey Man, Fork Lift, Cpr certified, Osha 10 Hr and Osha 30 completed
Timeline
Dishwasher
Delmar Gardens
01.2025 - 01.2026
Union Floor Layer
Lawson Brothers Floor Company
01.2020 - Current
Floor Layers Apprenticeship
Local 1310 Floor Layers Union
01.2020 - 01.2026
Hardwood Floor Specialist
Blake Floor Company
05.2017 - 01.2020
Journey Man -
1310 Floor Layers Apprenticeship Program
High School Diploma -
Mehlville Highschool
High School Diploma -
South Tech Highschool