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Hartley Kelly

Wasilla,USA

Summary

Knowledgeable carpenter with hands-on experience in multiple facets of new and remodel commercial and residential construction. Professional experience in the field exceeds five years, with ten years of prior trade experience in the automotive industry. Adept at leading teams with varied skill levels and backgrounds due to multiple years spent in management roles and other leadership capacities, This has allowed for a well rounded and calculated approach to tackling large/intricate jobs in the field, while consistently delivering quality results and meeting project deadlines.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Drywall Finisher/Carpenter

Saloka Inc
Anchorage, AK
05.2023 - Current

Interior drywall finishing including mud/tape, paint, FRP installation, wallpaper removal and wall repair. Carpentry work when necessary. Proficient in usage of finishing tools such as bazooka, mud box, etc. Finishes up to level 5. Foreman with 2+ workers, superintendent on one large commercial contract.

Lead Carpenter/Foreman

Treeline Construction
Anchorage, AK
01.2021 - 05.2023
  • Leading crew of 2+ carpenters, reading engineered plans, related responsibilities
  • Knowledge of IRC building codes
  • Framing (decks, carports, sheds, carports, pergolas, fences etc.)
  • Installing Trex and treated decking
  • Roofing (flat roof, some shingle)
  • Rail installation (Cedar, Trex, Rail FX, etc.)
  • Door and window replacement
  • Siding installation (T1-11, vinyl, lap)
  • Exterior paint and stain
  • Rot remediation and repair
  • Coordinating with subcontractors, municipality, customers
  • Estimating materials, communicating with suppliers
  • All tasks noted below under Rebath section

Lead Carpenter

Rebath
Anchorage, AK
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • All aspects of bathroom and kitchen remodeling
  • Framing, sheeting
  • Sheetrock repair/replacement
  • Interior painting
  • Kitchen and bathroom cabinetry installation and related fixtures (counter tops, sink basins, faucets, garbage disposable, and plumbing to new units)
  • Flooring removal and replacement, leveling
  • Trim and moulding installation
  • Setting bath tubs and shower pans, related plumbing/valve replacement
  • Shower surround installation (glue up, direct to stud, etc.) and related accessories
  • Tile prep and install
  • Some electrical and tin work
  • Bath fans, switches, outlets
  • Mold remediation and rot repair
  • Window and door replacement/install
  • Making custom countertops and caps out of various materials

Retail Merchandiser

TNG Retail Services
10.2017 - 02.2019
  • Efficiently performed retail merchandising related tasks that included organizing corrugates and displays, assembling items, ordering and receiving freight, and setting planograms

Automotive Shop Manager

Roundabout Automotive
Anchorage, AK
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Leverage strong strategic insights and leadership abilities sourcing vendors, hiring new employees, generating employee pay and incentives plans, and managing social media, digital, and direct marketing activities
  • Display a high level of technical competence by operating MS office Suite and QuickBooks programs, labor time guides, and parts procurement websites to generate and track work orders while diagnosing and repairing simple technical issues
  • Combine well-rounded administrative and analytical skills to process payroll, develop employee's schedules, evaluate staff performance, and prepare bills related to shop utilities, repairs, and general costs
  • Track profit and loss to generate weekly sales targets while increasing sales and productivity within the shop by writing and implementing a policies or procedures manual
  • Create Excel documents to record all shop expenses and easily identify weak points
  • Eliminated monetary loss by introducing a weekly audit process of all invoices and reconciling all shop charges
  • Instituted new hiring processes to overcome further loss of revenue due to employee performance

Automotive Service Advisor

Edmonds Import Automotive
Palmer, AK
06.2017 - 01.2018
  • Greeted customers, scheduled service appointments, wrote work orders and descriptions of issues, and dispatched work to technician to ensure provision of high-quality services consistent with customer requirements
  • Utilized technical abilities to explain to customers the full extent of repairs while conveying the causes of vehicles failures
  • Maximized technician's efficiency and time by preparing appropriate work schedules and maintaining inventory of auto parts and repair tools by strengthening relationships with vendors
  • Created repeat business by introducing customers to the shops loyalty program and articulating related benefits

Automotive Service Advisor

Continental Subaru
Anchorage, AK
01.2017 - 12.2017
  • Played a significant role to provide remarkable services to customers while executing general administration duties including cash handling, record management, and work order generation
  • Effectively managed all aspects related to quality control to build positive business rapport in a competitive market
  • Maintained meticulous attention to detail to explain technical information to customers about vehicle issues

Automotive Service Manager

P3 Import Autowerks
Wasilla, AK
01.2015 - 01.2017
  • Ensured provision of excellent customer service by ordering parts/supplies and creating accurate work orders for technicians
  • Drove sales and exceeded profit by promoting shop products or services through advertising and social media
  • Demonstrated administrative proficiencies by generating technician time cards for payroll processing and management

Merchandising Manager

Lithia Chrysler Jeep Dodge of Wasilla
Wasilla, AK
11.2014 - 06.2015
  • Directed and motivated a team to ensure proper placement and displays of vehicles inventory to fulfill the needs of the sales team in a timely and efficient manner
  • Conceptualized and devised effective merchandising strategies to exceed customers' expectations and company's goals
  • Modified multiple computer systems to reflect pricing while updating media for dealer website
  • Strengthened business relations and effectively managed all advertising functions to promote company products

Front Counter Lead

Total Truck Accessory Center
Anchorage, AK
08.2013 - 11.2014
  • Delivered exceptional services to customers by maintaining inventory of parts and installing aftermarket accessories
  • Accurately performed general administrative tasks including organizing sales records using Excel and QuickBooks
  • Achieved optimal customer satisfaction by relaying technical information to customers precisely

We Owe Coordinator/Accessories Advisor

KENDALL TOYOTA OF ANCHORAGE
11.2012 - 08.2013
  • Upheld superior level of administrative and customer service skills serving as main point of contact, preparing customer schedules, generating work orders, and dispatching work to technicians
  • Fostered and sustained strong working relationships with vendors to order dealer recommended aftermarket accessories and electronics such as lift kits, remote starts, and paint protection film

Service Cashier/Rental Clerk

KENDALL TOYOTA OF ANCHORAGE
04.2012 - 11.2012
  • Promptly responded to all customer inquiries about specific products or services availability, specifications, and cost
  • Carried out all cash handling and money management operations including invoicing work orders for express lube service, collecting payments, balancing cash drawer, and finalizing the deposits
  • Determined customer requirements, presented high-quality products, and maintained loaner vehicle software

Receptionist/Administrative Assistant

LITHIA CHEVROLET OF SOUTH ANCHORAGE
Anchorage, AK
11.2011 - 04.2012
  • Executed a wide range of receptionist and administrative assistant tasks including greeting customers, effectively handling all email and telephone correspondence, and managing accounts payable and receivable
  • Held full accountability for receiving payment by cash, check, and credit cards while issuing customer receipts, refunds, and exchanges in compliance with company policies and procedures
  • Efficiently completed all paperwork necessary to title and register the vehicle at DMV office

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Technology

University of Alaska Anchorage
Anchorage, AK

Skills

  • Exterior framing and sheeting
  • Trim and moulding
  • Siding
  • Bathtubs and shower pans
  • Cabinetry
  • Flooring (removal, replacement, leveling)
  • Countertops
  • Interior framing
  • Sheetrock hanging
  • Sheetrock taping to level five
  • Interior wall finishes (shiplap, Wainscoting, FRP)
  • Shower and bathtub surrounds
  • Tile (prep and install)
  • Rot remediation and repair

Personal Information

Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer

Assessments

  • Scheduling, Highly Proficient, 05/01/19, Cross-referencing agendas and itineraries to avoid scheduling conflicts.
  • Management & Leadership Skills: Planning & Execution, Expert, 05/01/19, Planning and managing resources to accomplish organizational goals.
  • Construction Safety, Highly Proficient, 03/01/20, Using safe practices while on a construction site.

Timeline

Drywall Finisher/Carpenter

Saloka Inc
05.2023 - Current

Lead Carpenter/Foreman

Treeline Construction
01.2021 - 05.2023

Lead Carpenter

Rebath
01.2019 - 01.2021

Automotive Shop Manager

Roundabout Automotive
01.2018 - 01.2019

Retail Merchandiser

TNG Retail Services
10.2017 - 02.2019

Automotive Service Advisor

Edmonds Import Automotive
06.2017 - 01.2018

Automotive Service Advisor

Continental Subaru
01.2017 - 12.2017

Automotive Service Manager

P3 Import Autowerks
01.2015 - 01.2017

Merchandising Manager

Lithia Chrysler Jeep Dodge of Wasilla
11.2014 - 06.2015

Front Counter Lead

Total Truck Accessory Center
08.2013 - 11.2014

We Owe Coordinator/Accessories Advisor

KENDALL TOYOTA OF ANCHORAGE
11.2012 - 08.2013

Service Cashier/Rental Clerk

KENDALL TOYOTA OF ANCHORAGE
04.2012 - 11.2012

Receptionist/Administrative Assistant

LITHIA CHEVROLET OF SOUTH ANCHORAGE
11.2011 - 04.2012

Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Technology

University of Alaska Anchorage
Hartley Kelly