Don Barnes
Lakeland,FL
Summary
Hardworking Finish Carpenter pays attention to detail when installing furniture, shelves and doors. In-depth knowledge of carpentry materials, wood and tools. Follows specific instructions to cut, measure and attach materials to exacting standards.
Overview
50
50
years of professional experience
Work History
Trim Carpenter
Core Construction
Auburndale, FL
10.2023 - Current
- Consulted with clients regarding design preferences for their projects.
- Studied blueprints or building plans to prepare layout and materials required.
- Inspected tiles, wall coverings or woodwork for breakage or damage.
- Took accurate measurements to calculate size and amount of materials needed for project completion.
- Planned layout for each project based upon measurements taken at site location.
- Installed window sills, headers, door frames and jambs to specifications.
- Effectively followed corporate safety regulations in effort to avoid injuries and accidents.
- Filled nail holes with putty or spackle to ensure a smooth finish on the trim work.
- Reviewed blueprints or sketches in order to determine the best methods for completing tasks efficiently.
- Adhered to project blueprints and requirements to deliver quality work.
- Communicated with teammates and supervisors frequently to understand requirements and complete projects on time.
- Worked independently on projects and tasks within carpentry team.
- Completed custom woodwork for customers based on specifications.
- Managed apprentice carpenters, supervising work and providing constructive criticism to help each improve.
- Coordinated with subcontractors to work specialty areas, heating or electrical wiring work.
- Measured, cut and installed baseboards, casing, crown moldings and other trim elements.
- Maintained clean and organized workplace to optimize performance, efficiency and safety.
- Utilized various tools, equipment, materials and forming systems to complete construction tasks.
- Provided customers with information regarding proper care and maintenance of installed trim elements.
- Installed windows, flooring, or trim using hand or power tools.
- Installed interior doors using shims to level them properly.
- Maintained high standards of workmanship with accurate, detail-oriented finishing work.
- Produced high-quality work in full compliance with project standards and good carpentry practices.
- Performed minor repairs of existing trim elements such as replacing rotted boards or filling gaps between joints with caulking material.
- Properly installed kitchen and bathroom cabinets and removed all debris upon job completion.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
General Contractor
All Purpose Construction
Waycross, GA
03.2008 - 10.2018
- Managed projects with large labor, equipment and material budgets.
- Recruited and hired workers, in addition to supervising and monitoring daily performance.
- Completed investigations into complaints, incidents and accidents at work sites.
- Conducted site pre-inspections and coordinated post-construction audits.
- Maintained accurate records of daily progress, costs, and materials used on the project.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Visited job sites and reviewed renovation plans to ascertain projects.
- Prepared detailed cost estimates based on labor, material, equipment, overhead costs and other related expenses.
- Identified potential problems before they occurred to minimize delays or additional expenses.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
- Approached customers and engaged in conversation through use of effective interpersonal and people skills.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Warranty Technician
Highland Homes
Lakeland, FL
05.1999 - 03.2008
- Communicated with distributors to acquire necessary equipment for projects.
- Documented repair activities in a timely manner for accurate record keeping.
- Troubleshooted and repaired malfunctioning equipment, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Followed safety guidelines and wore protective gear when using power drills, circular saws, and other power tools.
- Contacted manufacturers and vendors for warranty repairs and replacements.
- Provided feedback on potential improvements needed in processes related to warranties and repairs.
- Installed new components or replaced defective parts to restore functionality.
- Followed up with customers after repairs were made to ensure their satisfaction.
- Installed new appliances, wiring and machinery in homes with defective equipment.
- Filled out work orders, repair logs and maintenance plans to document work completed.
- Educated customers on how best to use their products so that they can enjoy maximum benefit from them.
- Ensured all repairs were completed within the specified time frame while adhering to safety regulations.
- Provided technical support to customers via phone, email, or other communication methods.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Maintenance Mechanic/Foreman
Shell Chemicals
Lakeland, FL
01.1974 - 02.1999
- Repaired equipment and machinery, performing maintenance according to updated industry standards.
- Perform oxy-acetylene, arc, MIG and TIG welding on a variety of metals.
- Operate forklifts, cranes, hoists and other related material handling equipment in order to move materials into proper positions for welding operations.
- Marked or tagged material with job number, piece marks and other identifying marks.
- Cleaned and inspected parts and assemblies at each production stage and documented production defects.
- Prepare surfaces for welding by removing paint, rust or other foreign matter from the surface areas that require welding operations.
- Consulted welding chart specifications to select appropriate type and thickness of metal.
- Produced work using appropriate welding techniques, metallurgy knowledge and engineering requirements.
- Perform routine maintenance on all welding equipment including cleaning nozzles, changing tips, checking connections and calibrating machines.
- Grind and smooth welds using grinders or other grinding equipment.
- Responded quickly to emergency maintenance requests in order to minimize downtime.
- Repaired and replaced worn and defective parts.
- Operated forklifts, cranes and other heavy equipment as necessary in the completion of duties.
- Read technical manuals to help diagnose problems with equipment.
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and performed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
- Inspected, repaired and maintained lighting and electrical systems, air conditioning equipment, and plumbing system components.
- Ran regular tests on machines and fixed early problems.
- Maintained or repaired specialized equipment or machinery.
- Cleaned work areas after completing tasks to ensure safety compliance.
- Monitored inventory levels for spare parts used for maintenance activities.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lakeland High School
Lakeland, FL05-1968
Skills
- General Maintenance
- Apprentice Supervision
- Cabinet Installation
- Light Framing
- Interior Trim
- Flooring
- Banister Installation
- Scaffolding
- Project Management
- Door Hanging
- Carpentry
- Welding and Electrical Knowledge
- Cabinetry
- Precision Measuring
- Painting
- MIG Welding
- Hand and Power Tool Use
- Forklift Operations
- Torch Operation
Languages
English
Professional
Timeline
Trim Carpenter
Core Construction
10.2023 - Current
General Contractor
All Purpose Construction
03.2008 - 10.2018
Warranty Technician
Highland Homes
05.1999 - 03.2008
Maintenance Mechanic/Foreman
Shell Chemicals
01.1974 - 02.1999
High School Diploma -
Lakeland High School
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