James Mikulus
General
Overland,MO
Summary
With a proven track record at Reliable Residential Inc., I excel in project leadership and time management, ensuring projects meet deadlines with quality. My expertise in equipment operation and a strong work ethic have significantly boosted productivity and client satisfaction. Skilled in effective communication, I foster teamwork and innovation, achieving exceptional results in construction, maintenance, and stone fabrication.
Pursuing a full-time role, I am a reliable team player with focus on achieving results and adapting to changing needs. I am skilled in project management and safety compliance. Always committed to driving efficiency and ensuring high-quality results on every project. Organized and dependable candidate with a willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet my goals.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Foreman
Reliable Residential Inc.
10.2018 - Current
- Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with customers needs.
- Adapted workflows in response to changing conditions or unexpected challenges encountered during construction activities.
- Implemented efficient work processes to boost overall productivity while reducing costs.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, fostering open communication channels for smooth project execution.
- Trained workers in proper methods and equipment operation. How to apply practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols.
- Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
- Addressed issues proactively, resolving problems quickly to minimize delays in project timelines.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing clear direction, setting expectations, and offering constructive feedback.
- Monitored progress against established benchmarks, adjusting strategies as necessary to meet targets consistently.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Managed equipment maintenance schedules to minimize downtime due to mechanical failure or repairs.
- Achieved deadlines consistently, planning resources effectively and adjusting priorities as needed.
- Improved client satisfaction with meticulous oversight of project requirements and quality standards.
Stone Fabricator
Stone Trends
11.2013 - 05.2018
- Contributed to business growth by consistently meeting or exceeding project deadlines without compromising quality standards.
- Trained new staff members in proper fabrication techniques, improving overall team performance and productivity levels.
- Reduced material waste through careful planning, measurement, and cutting of various types of stones.
- Maintained safe working conditions by adhering to safety protocols and guidelines in the operation of machinery and equipment.
- Optimized production flow by streamlining processes for faster turnaround times in stone fabrication projects.
- Enhanced stone fabrication efficiency by utilizing advanced cutting and polishing techniques.
- Coordinated seamless installation processes with construction teams, ensuring precise fitment of fabricated pieces into structures or surfaces as required by the project scope.
- Increased customer satisfaction by delivering timely and accurate custom-made stone products for residential and commercial projects.
- Improved workspace organization by implementing efficient storage solutions for tools, equipment, and raw materials.
- Conducted routine maintenance on fabrication tools, ensuring their optimal performance for quality workmanship.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and advancements in stone fabrication techniques, incorporating new methods where applicable for improved efficiency and quality.
- Boosted quality and effectiveness by maintaining stamina and hand dexterity to handle any challenge.
- Guided nozzles over stone, following stencil outlines or chipped along marks to create designs and to work surfaces down to specified finishes.
- Assessed job information, technical drawings and requirements to deliver carvings meeting depth and dimension specifications.
- Smoothed uneven surfaces using sanding equipment to produce high-quality finished products.
- Used personal protective gear to eliminate exposure to harmful dust, fumes and materials.
- Contributed to the company''s reputation for excellence by consistently delivering top-notch craftsmanship and customer service during all facets of the stone fabrication process.
Education
No Degree - Gender Studies
Saint Louis Community College
St. Louis, MOSkills
Time management, meeting project deadlines
Effective communication
Project leadership, task delegation
Equipment operation, and maintenance-hand and power tools
Attention to detail, decision making
Construction vehicles operation
Dedicated work ethic
Physical stamina
HVAC systems
Multitasking and organization
Job site safety
Materials estimating and ordering
Certification
EPA Section 608 Technician Certification - U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
Timeline
Foreman
Reliable Residential Inc.
10.2018 - Current
Stone Fabricator
Stone Trends
11.2013 - 05.2018
No Degree - Gender Studies
Saint Louis Community College