Jacob Guikema-Bode
Wyoming,MI
Summary
Dedicated flooring installer with over four years of experience in diverse installations, including hardwood and carpet. Known for effective tool usage and maintaining high-quality standards, contributing to enhanced customer satisfaction and project efficiency.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Balance Flooring LLC
Wyoming, MI
10.2025 - Current
- Installed various flooring types, ensuring adherence to client specifications and industry standards.
- Prepared surfaces for flooring installation by removing old materials and cleaning areas effectively.
- Utilized hand tools and power equipment safely to execute precise cuts and measurements.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot installation challenges and enhance workflow efficiency.
- Maintained cleanliness of job sites, promoting safety and organization throughout projects.
- Assisted in the selection of materials, providing input on suitability for specific installations.
- Adapted quickly to changing project demands, demonstrating flexibility in task execution.
- Engaged in ongoing learning of new techniques and trends within the flooring industry.
- Cut and trimmed flooring to fit around obstacles and within tight spaces.
- Installed various types of flooring materials, including hardwood, laminate, and carpet for diverse clientele.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing professional and timely flooring installation services.
Flooring Installer
Absolute Floor Covering
05.2021 - 12.2024
- Installed a variety of flooring materials including hardwood, laminate, and carpet.
- Measured and prepared surfaces to ensure proper installation standards.
- Collaborated with clients to determine design preferences and project requirements.
- Utilized specialized tools and equipment for efficient floor installation processes.
- Trained junior installers on best practices and safety protocols in flooring installation.
- Conducted final inspections to guarantee quality control and customer satisfaction.
- Maintained clean job sites by disposing of debris responsibly and organizing tools for efficient workflow.
- Installed various types of flooring materials, including hardwood, laminate, and carpet for diverse clientele.
- Performed thorough inspections of subfloors before installing new materials, identifying potential issues and addressing them proactively.
- Increased referral business through satisfied customers who appreciated attention to detail and quality workmanship in their flooring installations.
- Offered post-installation support to clients, addressing any concerns and ensuring their complete satisfaction with the final product.
Education
High School Diploma -
Grand Rapids Community College
Grand Rapids, MISkills
- Excellent work ethic
- Proper tool usage
- Deadline management
- Installation management
- Floor leveling techniques
- Materials handling
- Carpet installation proficiency
- Hardwood installation
- Task delegation
- Padding installation
- Trim work
- Waterproofing methods
- Subfloor leveling
- Surface preparation
- Vinyl plank installation
- Laminate installation
- Carpet installation
Timeline
Owner
Balance Flooring LLC
10.2025 - Current
Flooring Installer
Absolute Floor Covering
05.2021 - 12.2024
High School Diploma -
Grand Rapids Community College