James A. Stanford III
Talladega,AL
Summary
Experienced construction and facilities professional with over 30 years in carpentry, building maintenance, and facility operations. Skilled in project coordination, personnel management, and blueprint interpretation. Expertise includes construction, roofing systems, and equipment operation, with a focus on delivering projects safely and efficiently while adhering to standards and deadlines.
Overview
1
1
Certification
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Carpenter / Facilities Maintenance
Alabama Institute for the Deaf and Blind
05.2010 - Current
- Provide comprehensive construction, maintenance, repair, facility setup, and operational support for multiple AIDB campuses and regional centers throughout Alabama.
- Perform a broad range of commercial and institutional building maintenance and construction, including framing, foundations, concrete, cabinetry, shelving, doors, trim, locks, hardware, and structural repairs.
- Layout buildings and foundations and perform framing and finish work according to blueprints and project specifications.
- Read and interpret architectural drawings, blueprints, and construction specifications to determine project requirements and accurately complete construction and maintenance work.
- Install, finish, and repair drywall and multiple types of floor coverings.
- Inspect, repair, and maintain a wide range of roofing systems, including shingle, metal, built-up, modified bitumen, and TPO systems.
- Supervised and directed employees and maintenance personnel, assigning responsibilities and providing guidance to ensure efficient completion of work according to established standards.
- Managed multiple projects and priorities, maintaining focus on quality, safety, and adherence to completion deadlines.
- Coordinated facility setups and special events for campuses and regional centers throughout the state, overseeing preparation, arrangement, transportation, and breakdown of equipment and furnishings.
- Perform specialized repairs and maintenance on wheelchairs and other mobility equipment used by students.
Foreman
C&R Metals
07.2006 - 05.2010
- Led construction crews and managed daily job-site operations for metal building and structural construction projects.
- Supervised the erection of metal buildings, structural steel, and metal sheeting according to blueprints and project specifications.
- Coordinated daily construction activities and resources to ensure projects were completed on or ahead of schedule.
- Directed crew of 10 employees, assigning responsibilities and monitoring progress to ensure project milestones were met.
- Read, interpreted, and applied construction blueprints to ensure accurate project execution.
- Monitored workmanship and job-site productivity, prioritizing safety and adherence to project requirements.
- Provided hands-on leadership and instruction to crew members throughout construction projects.
- Coordinated personnel, equipment, and materials to optimize workflow and maintain project timelines.
- Operated a variety of heavy construction equipment, including lifts, boom lifts, skid steers, Lulls, and backhoes.
Owner & Operator
Blue Ridge Wirecrafters
05.1995 - 07.2006
- Owned and operated a multi-location business with responsibility for daily operations, personnel, finances, inventory, and administrative functions.
- Managed financial responsibilities and operational decisions for multiple locations.
- Oversaw operations for eight locations across multiple states, leading a team of over 20 employees.
- Coordinated personnel and resources across multiple locations, ensuring adherence to operational standards.
- Created and managed employee schedules to optimize staffing levels and enhance operational efficiency.
- Recruited, interviewed, hired, and trained employees.
- Managed payroll and employee tax responsibilities.
- Oversaw purchasing, inventory ordering, receiving, tracking, and recordkeeping.
- Developed extensive experience in leadership, personnel management, scheduling, budgeting, organization, communication, and problem solving.
Education
High School Diploma -
Talladega High School
Talladega, AL05-1993
Some College (No Degree) - Architectural and Building Sciences
Southern Union State Community College
Wadley, ALSkills
- Carpentry & Framing
- Building Maintenance
- Roofing Systems
- Drywall Installation
- Concrete finishing
- Flooring Repair
- Custom Cabinetry
- Door Installation
- Blueprint Interpretation
- Blueprint interpretation
- Construction Management
- Construction maintenance
- Facilities management
- Facilities Operations
- Preventive & General Maintenance
- Metal Structure Installation
- Structural Steel
- Structural Steel & Metal Buildings
- Equipment Operations
- Event coordination
- Event setup
- Project Coordination
- Safety & Compliance
- Multi-Facility Operations
- Scheduling & Organization
- Inventory & Materials Management
- Leadership supervision
- Staff Communication
- Problem Solving
- Door Installation
- Event setup
Certification
Authorized Installer NCI Metal Building & Roofing Products, Certification on file with Alabama Institute for the Deaf and Blind, Level 1 GACO Roofing Product Installer, Certification on file with Alabama Institute for the Deaf and Blind, Intermediate Sign Language Proficiency, Alabama Institute for the Deaf and Blind, Managing Asbestos in Schools and Buildings, University of Alabama
PROFESSIONAL STRENGTHS
- Leadership & Personnel Management
- Proven ability to lead employees, delegate responsibilities, coordinate teams, and maintain accountability for completing organizational priorities.
- Facilities & Operations
- Extensive hands-on knowledge of building systems, construction, maintenance, repairs, facility logistics, and operational support.
- Project Management
- Experienced coordinating personnel, equipment, materials, schedules, and multiple projects while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines.
- Technical Expertise
- Broad knowledge of carpentry, roofing, structural construction, building maintenance, equipment operation, and facility repair.
- Communication & Collaboration
- Effective communicator with extensive experience working with employees, administrators, coworkers, and personnel across multiple locations.
- Organization & Problem Solving
- Able to prioritize competing demands, identify solutions to maintenance and operational challenges, and efficiently manage resources.
Timeline
Carpenter / Facilities Maintenance
Alabama Institute for the Deaf and Blind
05.2010 - Current
Foreman
C&R Metals
07.2006 - 05.2010
Owner & Operator
Blue Ridge Wirecrafters
05.1995 - 07.2006
High School Diploma -
Talladega High School
Some College (No Degree) - Architectural and Building Sciences
Southern Union State Community College