Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Personal Interests/Hobbies
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Earl Folsom

Tollhouse,CA

Summary

Dedicated professional with 30 plus years experience in the various field of sales, construction, and construction management.

Held general contractor licenses in CA, OR, & WA states.

Self motivated leader helping others to reach their goals through evaluation, training, and mentoring.

Skilled in the use and operation of tools, equipment (small & large), as well as proper building practices.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Construction Project Manager

Sole Proprietorship
08.2022 - Current
  • Manage construction projects by working effectively with crew, subcontractors, suppliers, & building departments.
  • Oversight of day-to-day operational aspects of project, scope, and monitored progress of construction activities.
  • Kept sites compliant with OSHA, state, and local regulations to prevent unnecessary risks.
  • Put together estimates, specifications and other project documents.

Branch Manager (leader)

Bath Fitter
02.2021 - 07.2022


  • Established the territory boundaries of the new Fresno Branch of Bath Fitter, acquired and set up the physical location for warehouse, installation, and sales.
  • Interviewed and hired talented individuals with top-level strengths, improving organizational talent, and skill set.
  • Preformed strick inventory purchasing and accounting for stock, supplies, and equipment.
  • Completed filings and upheld strict compliance with regulatory agencies and supervisors.
  • Regular communication with department heads at headquarters through videoconference (Zoom, Microsoft teams).

Sales Consultant Manager

Bath Fitter
09.2020 - 02.2021


  • Resolved customer issues quickly to close deals and boost client satisfaction.
  • Worked remotely out of the Sacramento office to develop the Fresno territory.
  • Maintained relationships with customers and found new ones by identifying needs and offering appropriate services.
  • Conducted team meetings to reinforce goals, objectives, and set clear expectations about policies and procedures.
  • Coached and counseled sales personnel, assisting with individual selling efforts, and helping sales representatives reach targets.

Sales Consultant, Interior Design

Bath Fitter
03.2019 - 09.2020
  • Used consultative sales techniques to understand customer needs and recommend relevant products and services.
  • Followed up with existing customers to provide additional support and address concerns.
  • Applied knowledge of market and full range of innovative and unique products to meet customer needs, expanding company's customer base.
  • Increased sales by fostering relationships with customers, implementing business strategies, and suggesting areas for improvement.

Licensed General Contractor

Sole Proprietorship
05.2016 - 07.2019
  • Hired and oversaw subcontractors to meet project needs, including:

site work, foundation, structural, electrical, water, and waste.

  • Kept site work safe and in line with budget, schedule, and applicable building codes.
  • Analyzed building plans and prepared bids to deliver timely cost-effective project completion.
  • Adhered to building codes and regulations in planning, and construction phases for full project compliance.
  • Obtained construction permits and verified compliance with relevant regulations.
  • Implemented strategies to reduce costs, improve productivity and reduce waste.
  • Resolved conflicts between contractors, suppliers, and subcontractors to eliminate workflow disruptions.

Education

Vocational Welding, General Construction,

Napa High School
Napa, CA

Employee Resources, Marketing, Facilities Manag

Bath Fitter Branch Management
Springfield, TN

Sales Consulting, Interior Design, Customer Relat

In Home Sales & Design
Springfield, TN

Identification, Protection, & Abatement

Lead Identification & Abatement Certification
Fresno, CA

Safe Operation of All Types of Forklift

Forklift Operator Certification
Fresno, CA

Skills

  • Employee Scheduling & Oversight
  • Employee Performance Evaluations
  • Safety Protocols
  • Facility and Equipment Maintenance
  • Predictive and Preventive Maintenance
  • Small Equipment (snow blower, chainsaw, string trimmer, & all forms of small eq)
  • Heavy Equipment (skid steer, backhoe, forklift, & compactors)
  • Construction Carpentry, Site Work, Electrical, Pluming, and Painting
  • Lockout and Tagout Procedures
  • Equipment Troubleshooting
  • Microsoft Project
  • Inventory Monitoring
  • Crew Coordination
  • Critical Thinking

Accomplishments

Married to my wonderful wife for 35 years.

Two amazing children, both happily married.

Respected member of the community.

Valued member of our congregation of Jehovah's Witnesses.

The setup and operation of the Fresno Branch of Bath Fitter California.

Personal Interests/Hobbies

The Sierra Nevada foothills & mountains are our home. 

Living here in the Prather, Auberry, Tollhouse community allows my wife and I to regularly participate in the outdoor activities all around us.

Kayaking Kerckhoff, Redinger, & Shaver lakes as well as camping the Dinkey Creek & Tamarak forest areas are among our favorite recreational activities.

The off-road opportunities for 4x4 and motorcycle excursions are truly breathtaking in our area.

Timeline

Construction Project Manager

Sole Proprietorship
08.2022 - Current

Branch Manager (leader)

Bath Fitter
02.2021 - 07.2022

Sales Consultant Manager

Bath Fitter
09.2020 - 02.2021

Sales Consultant, Interior Design

Bath Fitter
03.2019 - 09.2020

Licensed General Contractor

Sole Proprietorship
05.2016 - 07.2019

Vocational Welding, General Construction,

Napa High School

Employee Resources, Marketing, Facilities Manag

Bath Fitter Branch Management

Sales Consulting, Interior Design, Customer Relat

In Home Sales & Design

Identification, Protection, & Abatement

Lead Identification & Abatement Certification

Safe Operation of All Types of Forklift

Forklift Operator Certification
Earl Folsom