Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
OfficeManager

James Trout

Laura,OH

Summary

I have been around construction and remodeling for my whole life. As a young child i would help remodel homes my parents would buy and rent. I have always had a passion for the big transformation you find in remodeling. I enjoy solving the issues that arise in new construction and remodeling. In my most recent career woodworking, where I specialized in custom woodworking and furniture making. I have always been one to jump in and contribute anything I can for the good of the cause.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Owner/Operator

947 Creations And Crafts LLC
2022.06 - Current
  • Work with government agencies to open our new business.
  • Meet with clients to design their perfect piece of furniture for them.
  • Put together estimates and sell the project at hand to our client.

Project Manager

Trout Home Solutions LLC
2013.06 - 2022.06
  • Prepare project estimates for review and approval.
  • Scheduled and facilitated meetings with clients to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts.
  • Developed and implemented strategic project plans to meet business objectives.
  • Prepared and submitted project invoices for review and approval.
  • Pulled county zoning and building permits.
  • Met with county building inspectors to approve the job site plans and work completed


Laborer

R.B. Jergens Contractors
2009.10 - 2012.06
  • Understood and followed verbal and written instructions to complete work correctly.
  • Operated bulldozers, excavators and cranes to facilitate precise excavation and grading.
  • Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
  • Used measuring tools such as laser transits to correctly install man holes, and pipe.

Apprentice Plumber

Wat-Kem Mechanical
2005.07 - 2009.10
  • Inspected and tested existing plumbing systems for compliance with building codes.
  • Filled pipe systems with water and air to determine location of leaks.
  • Installed water heaters and sump pumps in alignment with industry best practices to support customer satisfaction.
  • Operated ground microphones and listening discs to locate hidden water line leaks.

Volunteer Firefighter

Laura Fire Dept.
2006.06 - Current
  • Carried out fire inspections to identify fire hazards and recommend corrective measures.
  • Administered first aid and conducted emergent response management.
  • Operated hoses, pumps, ladders and other firefighting equipment.
  • Documented emergency calls and equipment maintenance to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
  • Educated public and community members on fire safety and prevention methods to provide life-saving techniques.
  • Trained new firefighters to comply with safety protocols and equipment usage.

Education

Third Year Apprentice - Plumbing

Miami Valley Career Technology Center
Clayton, OH
06.2009

High School Diploma -

Milton-Union High School
West Milton, OH
06.2006

High School Diploma -

Miami Valley Career Technology Center
Clayton, OH
06.2006

Skills

  • Business Correspondence
  • Business Planning and Strategy
  • Contractor Negotiations
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Quality Control Planning
  • Microsoft Office 365
  • Executive Leadership
  • Cleanliness Standards
  • Customer Needs Assessments
  • Management Team Leadership
  • Facebook Marketing
  • Showcase Design
  • Approachable and Outgoing
  • Leadership and People Development
  • Project Oversight
  • Employee Motivation and Performance

Timeline

Business Owner/Operator

947 Creations And Crafts LLC
2022.06 - Current

Project Manager

Trout Home Solutions LLC
2013.06 - 2022.06

Laborer

R.B. Jergens Contractors
2009.10 - 2012.06

Volunteer Firefighter

Laura Fire Dept.
2006.06 - Current

Apprentice Plumber

Wat-Kem Mechanical
2005.07 - 2009.10

Third Year Apprentice - Plumbing

Miami Valley Career Technology Center

High School Diploma -

Milton-Union High School

High School Diploma -

Miami Valley Career Technology Center
James Trout