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James E. Keister

Lutz,USA

Summary

Dynamic Plumbing Service Technician with a proven track record at Integrity Home Solutions, consistently exceeding sales targets by 35%. Skilled in plumbing installation and negotiation, I excel in delivering effective solutions and maintaining customer satisfaction. My extensive experience in construction management enhances my ability to lead projects and drive results.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Plumbing Service Technician

Integrity Home Solutions
Tampa, FL
08.2024 - Current
  • Performed installation, maintenance, and repair of plumbing systems in residential and commercial buildings
  • Determined the cause of plumbing issues and provided effective solutions to ensure customer satisfaction
  • Maintained a professional appearance at all times while representing the company during service calls
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and advancements in plumbing technology
  • Repaired or replaced damaged pipes, valves, faucets, fixtures, and other plumbing components as needed
  • Developed and delivered persuasive sales presentations to key decision-makers, resulting in successful contract negotiations and increased revenue
  • Consistently exceeded monthly sales targets by 35% through effective prospecting and relationship-building with residential and commercial clients

Service Technician

Mr Rooter Plumbing
Tampa, FL
10.2023 - Current
  • Service calls, main line repairs or replacements, jetting, leak repairs, re-pipe, and estimates.
  • Sales - I am always in the top 3 for highest sale each week.
  • Current owner is selling out and the new owner will be moving the office to a location much too far for me to commute.

KM/ Beer & Wine Bartender / FOH Manager/ Server/Hotel Clerk

JVR Enterprises
Costa Rica
02.2017 - 05.2024
  • Company Overview: JVR Enterprises operates in Costa Rica and the U.S. in the hospitality and restaurant sectors.
  • Train new KM and FOH managers when our mother company buys restaurant/ hotel concepts in Costa Rica.
  • Greet and serve guests with great customer service at the hotel and restaurant locations.
  • JVR Enterprises operates in Costa Rica and the U.S. in the hospitality and restaurant sectors.

New Projects Manager

JVR Enterprises CR/US
Tampa, FL
02.2017 - 05.2024
  • Locate, research, and present new projects here in Tampa to our investment team through my supervisor.
  • Set up meetings with property management and owners to review offers, listings, and potential deals.
  • See new projects through to completion and manage once taken on if necessary to help the transition phases.
  • Data entry, bookkeeping, calls, marketing, computer duties (Excel, Word, Quickbooks, Spreadsheet, Powerpoint, Outlook, etc.).
  • Warehouse - inventory, orders, shipping, accounts receivable and calls.
  • Dispatch, crew scheduling, and follow ups.
  • DIVISION IS NOW CLOSED.

Owners and Foreman

Lawn & Tree by James
Tampa, FL
05.2015 - 10.2023
  • Responsible for route & employee schedules
  • Invoicing & Accounts receivable
  • Communication with Property Management, Owners and Foreman
  • Material orders
  • Operate equipment including heavy machinery.
  • Vehicle and equipment maintenance
  • Assemble documents, data and information uploads to system of record
  • Customer Service and Research
  • Experience with the following machinery: forklift, boom lift, hydraulic pallet jack, skid steer, conveyor belt
  • Commercial truck operator 25ft flatbed & 20 ft box truck
  • Dispatch- sending crews on current & new routes including location changes for add-on job addresses, pick-ups and deliveries
  • Routes and driving box trucks, flat beds, and trailers.
  • Data entry, bookkeeping, calls, marketing, computer duties (Excel, Word, Quickbooks, Spreadsheet, Powerpoint, Outlook, etc.).
  • Dispatch, crew scheduling, and follow ups.

Owner & Highly-skilled Remodeler

Pace Flooring and Remodeling Services Inc
Tampa, FL
02.2013 - 10.2023
  • 25 years of construction experience in handling all types of commercial and residential projects
  • Highly-skilled general contractor with expertise in bidding and obtaining jobs
  • Excellent understanding on cost estimating and working on renovation and new projects
  • Proven ability of managing subcontractors, labor, equipment and materials necessary for the job
  • Attention to detail-focused and attentive to every minor and major construction needs.
  • Praised by homeowners for delivering projects within deadlines.
  • Customer Service
  • Hiring sub contractors
  • Project management
  • Job assessment reports
  • Employee evaluations
  • Box Truck and Flat bed truck operator. Material orders
  • Data entry, bookkeeping, calls, marketing, computer duties (Excel, Word, Quickbooks, Spreadsheet, Powerpoint, Outlook, etc.).
  • Dispatch, crew scheduling, and follow ups.
  • Plumbing - Insurance claims/ restoration, re-pipe, rough ins, sewer lines, supply lines, water heaters, pool pumps, clogs, jetting, leak repairs, and all service calls.
  • Electrical - 110 & 220 from the breaker box to the outlets. Converters and HVAC Setup.

Owner/Captain

Bay Area Boat & Ski Rentals LLC
Tampa, FL
06.2019 - 10.2022
  • Successful small rental business which offered diving tours, water sports, and jet ski rentals.
  • BUSINESS SOLD OUT TO PARTNER.

Solar Consultant

Sun Pro Solar and Private Sector
Tampa, FL
04.2019 - 10.2022
  • CONTRACT WORK - Created by myself as side work.
  • Division was closed after company was sold.
  • Worked with several solar companies and then on my own to cut construction costs and expand services provided.
  • Job organization and completion advising.
  • On site managing and foreman training.

Education

Associate's degree - Business Management

Hillsborough Community College
Brandon, FL
11.2000

Skills

  • Landscape Maintenance
  • Plumbing
  • Service technician experience
  • Box truck
  • Remodeling
  • Drywall
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Negotiation
  • Construction Management
  • Plumbing installation
  • Leak detection
  • Valve replacement
  • Pipe repair
  • Sales presentations
  • Drain cleaning proficiency
  • Plumbing estimation
  • Water filtration systems
  • Plumbing inspection

Certification

  • OUPV - Operator, 09/01/21, 09/01/26, Of uninspected passenger vessels as defined in 46 USC 2101 (42)(B) Upon near coastal waters not more than 100 miles offshore.
  • TWIC Card, 05/01/21, 05/01/26, Transportation Worker I.D. Credential - Port entry I.D.
  • Plumbing Apprentice License

Additional Information

Mech Seal Pty LTD - New Projects Manager is my current position with JVR Enterprises here in the U.S.

Personal Information

Authorized To Work: US for any employer

Timeline

Plumbing Service Technician

Integrity Home Solutions
08.2024 - Current

Service Technician

Mr Rooter Plumbing
10.2023 - Current

Owner/Captain

Bay Area Boat & Ski Rentals LLC
06.2019 - 10.2022

Solar Consultant

Sun Pro Solar and Private Sector
04.2019 - 10.2022

KM/ Beer & Wine Bartender / FOH Manager/ Server/Hotel Clerk

JVR Enterprises
02.2017 - 05.2024

New Projects Manager

JVR Enterprises CR/US
02.2017 - 05.2024

Owners and Foreman

Lawn & Tree by James
05.2015 - 10.2023

Owner & Highly-skilled Remodeler

Pace Flooring and Remodeling Services Inc
02.2013 - 10.2023

Associate's degree - Business Management

Hillsborough Community College

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