FRED STEINEMANN
Northfield,IL
Summary
Friendly employee with reputation for exceeding performance benchmarks in retail settings. Dependable team player with great communication and organizational skills. Courteous and self-motivated with talent for organizing effective merchandise displays.
Overview
47
47
years of professional experience
Work History
Store Associate
MUTUAL ACE HARDWARE
11.2021 - Current
- Streamlined store operations by organizing merchandise displays and restocking shelves promptly.
- Created inviting environment for customers by maintaining store organization and cleanliness.
- Worked closely with fellow associates to create a positive work environment, fostering teamwork and mutual support.
- Collaborated with team members to meet sales goals, sharing product knowledge, and assisting in promotional efforts.
- Increased sales and customer satisfaction through personalized servicing.
Soccer Referee
Wilmette Park District
09.2004 - Current
- Officiated at sporting events, games, or competitions to maintain standards of play and verify observed game rules.
- Enhanced player safety by enforcing soccer rules, maintaining control of games, and addressing misconduct on the field.
- Monitored and managed soccer games to verify safety and promote good sportsmanship for players.
- Controlled game flow to maintain safe and fair environment.
SECURITY /Loss Prevention Supervisor
UPS
11.1997 - 12.2020
- Provided exceptional customer service while maintaining vigilance for potential threats or suspicious activity within the warehouse environment.
- Increased profitability by minimizing losses due to damages, employee theft, and other sources of shrinkage.
- Reviewed and updated warehouse security policies and procedures.
- Worked closely with law enforcement in investigating package and personal theft cases.
- Supervised surveillance, detection and criminal processing related to theft and criminal cases.
- Enhanced store security by developing and enforcing strict policies to deter theft and other losses.
CARPENTER / HANDYMAN
Self-employeed
06.1977 - 01.2014
- Contributed to successful completion of residential and commercial projects by skillfully installing cabinetry, doors, windows, and flooring materials.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Cut and shaped materials to meet outlined measurements.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and professionally while keeping them informed of project progress.
- Strengthened team collaboration through effective communication and problem-solving skills during complex carpentry projects.
- Optimized workspace organization by maintaining a clean, safe, and efficient work environment throughout each project''s duration.
- Installed drywall, ceilings, trim and fabricated replacement trim and moldings.
- Repaired damaged doors, windows and other structures.
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
- Assisted in site preparation and cleanup activities to ensure efficient project workflow and minimize disruptions for clients or other construction teams.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Measured, drilled and sawed materials to perform successful home improvements.
- Specialized in framing and finish carpentry.
- Reduced material waste by precisely measuring, cutting, and assembling lumber for various construction projects.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Demonstrated versatility in carpentry techniques, working proficiently with both hand tools and power tools to achieve desired results.
- Repaired existing structures such as staircases, decks, or door frames with precision to extend their lifespan without compromising structural integrity or aesthetics.
- Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
- Calculated dimensions and amount of needed materials by accurately measuring job site and structures.
- Built and hung custom doors and frames.
- Improved project efficiency by accurately interpreting blueprints and executing carpentry tasks according to specifications.
- Measured and marked cutting lines on materials using pencil or chalk and marking gauge.
- Measured materials to determine sizes and quantity required for construction project.
- Mentored junior team members to improve their technical skills and enhance overall team performance in completing various carpentry tasks.
- Facilitated harmonious working relationships with crew members to prevent problems and conflicts.
- Developed and implemented new processes and procedures to improve productivity and workflow.
- Managed inventory of tools, supplies and equipment.
- Collaborated with other skilled tradespeople to ensure seamless integration of carpentry work within larger construction projects.
- Assembled and installed furniture and cabinetry.
- Collaborated with other construction workers to coordinate projects and streamline process.
- Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
- Measured, cut and installed drywall, paneling and other materials.
- Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
Education
APPRENTICE - TRADESMAN, CARPENTRY - Carpentry
WASHBURNE TRADE SCHOOL
Chicago, IL05.1982
High School Diploma -
FOREST VIEW HIGH SCHOOL
Arlington Heights, IL05.1977
Skills
- Flexible Hours
- Ability to Lift 40 pounds
- Promotion and discount understanding
- Informed Product Selections
- Active listening techniques
- Assemble and display merchandise
Personal
Presently, working part-time at Highland Park Ace Hardware store. Retired after 23 years at UPS as a full time Security and Loss Prevention Supervisor. Worked carpentry in residential construction 20+ years, and continued to provide handy-man services as a UPS employee. Currently referee recreational soccer in spring and fall seasons. Looking to work part-time, at the new Wayfair store in Wilmette IL.
References upon request.
Timeline
Store Associate
MUTUAL ACE HARDWARE
11.2021 - Current
Soccer Referee
Wilmette Park District
09.2004 - Current
SECURITY /Loss Prevention Supervisor
UPS
11.1997 - 12.2020
CARPENTER / HANDYMAN
Self-employeed
06.1977 - 01.2014
APPRENTICE - TRADESMAN, CARPENTRY - Carpentry
WASHBURNE TRADE SCHOOL
High School Diploma -
FOREST VIEW HIGH SCHOOL
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