Ethan Watson
Baxter,MN
Summary
I am seeking a stable, growth-oriented role with advancement potential and comprehensive retirement benefits.
With over 18 years of hands-on experience delivering superior residential and commercial installations across Central Minnesota—including 10+ years operating as a small business owner—I bring a proven record of client satisfaction, and full-cycle project ownership. My reputation for clear communication, dependability, and an unrelenting work ethic has generated consistent repeat business and referrals—results I am eager to replicate for your team.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
2009
2009
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Owner-Operator
Watson’s Floor Covering
, USA
01.2007 - Current
- Executed high-quality installations on diverse projects while managing all phases from initial client consultation and accurate estimating to final walkthrough and warranty follow-up.
- Built enduring relationships through proactive updates, transparent pricing, and reliable execution, resulting in a 70%+ repeat/referral rate.
- Oversaw business operations, including inventory procurement, vendor negotiations, cost control, and compliance with local licensing, insurance, and OSHA regulations.
- Led small crews (2–5 installers), providing training, scheduling, quality assurance, and performance feedback to meet aggressive deadlines and exceed client expectations.
- Maintained rigorous safety standards while managing physically demanding workloads and optimizing workflows for efficiency and profitability.
- Seeking a stable, growth-oriented role with advancement potential and comprehensive retirement benefits.
- Fully prepared to relocate within Central Minnesota and available for immediate start.
Education
Towering Oaks
Brainerd, MNSkills
- Client satisfaction
- Full-cycle project ownership
- Clear communication
- Dependability
- Work ethic
- Project management
- Customer relationship management
- Quality assurance
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
Availability
Fully prepared to relocate within Central Minnesota, Immediate
Timeline
Owner-Operator
Watson’s Floor Covering
01.2007 - Current
Towering Oaks