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Gary Peterson

Pottstown,PA

Summary

Experienced Handyman with 20 years of experience in commercial and residential maintenance. Outstanding skills in carpentry, plumbing and electrical repairs. Excellent communication and problem-solving skills. Friendly and always willing to go extra mile to deliver satisfaction. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

53
53
years of professional experience

Work History

HANDYMAN SERVICES

HANDYGMAN.COM
Philadelphia Region
09.2017 - Current
  • Performed basic electrical work and plumbing repairs such as installing new toilets, removing electrical wires, unclogging drains, and maintaining gutters.
  • Installed lighting fixtures to improve lighting and increase energy efficiency.
  • Built and repaired decks, fences and sheds to improve overall appearance of homes.
  • Prepared for new painting by removing previous materials with seam-cleaning, sandblasting, scraping, and sanding.
  • Completed repair jobs to restore functionality to electric and plumbing systems.
  • Positively engaged with customers and maintained professional appearance as company representative.
  • Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
  • Licensed and Insured General Contractor

DRIVER/REGEN TECHNICIAN

MarCor Purification
Skippack, PA
08.2014 - 08.2017

Interstate Delivery of Water Purification Devices and Systems in 28ft Non CDL Straight Truck adhering to Federal Motor Carriers Regulations.

Regeneration of Water Purification Devices and Maintaining Required Inventory Levels

LANDSCAPE/HARDSCAPE TECHNICIAN

Cedar Run Landscapes
North Wales, PA
04.2010 - 11.2011
  • Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
  • Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
  • Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
  • Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
  • Removed tree stumps, roots and debris for cohesive landscape appearance.
  • Prepared soil for planting and sowing.
  • Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards.
  • Utilized lawn striping methods for healthy grass growing and appearance.
  • Assisted with irrigation system maintenance and repair.
  • Installed stonework according to landscape design plan and client specifications.
  • Inspected gardens for pests, weeds and diseases.
  • Coordinated with other landscaping professionals to improve outdoor areas.

CONSTRUCTION SITE DEVELOPMENT/PUNCH-OUT

Craighead Development Company
Nashville, TN
06.2005 - 02.2009

All Phases of New Construction,Assisting Outside Contractors,Permit Application and Approval,Final Punch-out before Residency by Homeowners

MILITARY SERVICE

United States Naval Reserves
10.1973 - 10.1979

Aviation Electrician and Electronics AE3

Education

Aviation Electrician Rating - Aviation Systems

Aviation Electrical And Electronics A School
Memphis, TN
08.1974

High School Diploma -

Upper Merion High School
King Of Prussia, PA
06.1973

Skills

  • Drywalling
  • Electrical Systems
  • Stonework
  • Project Estimation and Bidding
  • Reading Blueprints and Manuals
  • Electrical Projects
  • Hand Tools
  • Wiring Installation and Repair
  • Residential Construction
  • Wooden Structure Building and Repair
  • Indoor and Outdoor Painting
  • Supply and Parts Ordering
  • Concrete Pouring and Finishing
  • Hand and Power Tool Operation
  • Blueprint Literate
  • Heavy Labor
  • Minor Electrical Work
  • Groundskeeping and Landscaping
  • Woodworking
  • Drywall Patching
  • Pressure Washing
  • Chisel Hammers
  • Repairing Pipes and Fixtures
  • Plumbing
  • Minor Carpentry
  • Building and Wall Bricklaying
  • Physical Strength and Stamina
  • Safety Monitoring and Compliance

Timeline

HANDYMAN SERVICES

HANDYGMAN.COM
09.2017 - Current

DRIVER/REGEN TECHNICIAN

MarCor Purification
08.2014 - 08.2017

LANDSCAPE/HARDSCAPE TECHNICIAN

Cedar Run Landscapes
04.2010 - 11.2011

CONSTRUCTION SITE DEVELOPMENT/PUNCH-OUT

Craighead Development Company
06.2005 - 02.2009

MILITARY SERVICE

United States Naval Reserves
10.1973 - 10.1979

High School Diploma -

Upper Merion High School

Aviation Electrician Rating - Aviation Systems

Aviation Electrical And Electronics A School