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Work History
Education
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Jay McCartan

MILWAUKEE,WI

Summary

my truck driving experience is from over a couple decades ago ..but I’m confident I can still drive well ..I’ll be happy to demonstrate via a driving test . I still have my class ABCD CDL.

I’ve been working self employed for last 14 years

Work has really slowed down to nothing since beginning of 2023 . Therefore I need full time employment now

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Garage Door Technician & Salesman

All Garage Door Repair LLC
Milwaukee Wisconsin
01.2010 - Current
  • Recorded detailed notes on each project to maintain comprehensive client records and facilitate future service visits if needed.
  • Completed complex garage door installations, ensuring long-lasting functionality and seamless operation.
  • Performed routine maintenance tasks on various garage door systems to prolong their lifespan and prevent future malfunctions.
  • Assisted with inventory management by accurately tracking parts used for each job, reducing waste and maintaining adequate stock levels.
  • Increased repeat business through exceptional customer service and followups.
  • Provided accurate cost estimates for garage door repairs and installations, resulting in increased client trust.
  • Consistently met or exceeded performance metrics set forth by management regarding job completion times and customer satisfaction ratings.
  • Conducted initial consultations with potential clients to assess their specific needs before recommending appropriate products or services.
  • Reduced job completion times with efficient work practices, including proper use of tools and equipment.
  • Utilized troubleshooting skills to diagnose complex mechanical problems quickly, minimizing downtime for clients'' businesses or homes.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by promptly addressing and resolving garage door issues.
  • Diagnosed problems and completed timely repairs.

Night Line Haul Driver

Next Day Motor Freight
Milwaukee, WI
10.2001 - 04.2002

Drove to Chicago nightly , swapped trailers , on to McLain Co IL to swap trailer , back to Chicago to swap trailer ..back to milw

P&L Truck Driver

R&L Cartage
Milwaukee, WI
04.2001 - 10.2001

Local pick up & delivery SE WI

Truck Driver

USF Dugan
St Louis, MO
04.1996 - 05.1999
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck and trailer.
  • Dropped and hooked trailers and changed configuration of equipment.
  • Proactively communicated with dispatch teams regarding any changes or updates affecting scheduled pick-ups or deliveries, ensuring that all parties were kept informed.
  • Loaded and unloaded products at warehouses and customer locations using hand trucks, pallet jacks, and forklifts.

Education

GED -

MATC
Milwaukee Wisconsin
05.1987

Skills

  • Power Tool Operation
  • Hand-tool proficiency
  • Track Alignment
  • Vehicle Maintenance
  • Emergency Repairs
  • Electrical Wiring
  • Garage Door Repair
  • Residential Door Service
  • Safety Sensor Alignment
  • Sectional Door Assembly
  • Door Opener Troubleshooting
  • Garage Door Installation
  • Opener Installation
  • Torsion Spring Adjustment
  • Weather Stripping Installation
  • Roller replacement
  • Spring Replacement
  • Cable Replacement
  • Residential experience
  • Repairing damage
  • Diagnosing problems
  • Following safety practices
  • Maintaining equipment
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Door installation
  • Collecting payments
  • Component Replacement

Timeline

Garage Door Technician & Salesman

All Garage Door Repair LLC
01.2010 - Current

Night Line Haul Driver

Next Day Motor Freight
10.2001 - 04.2002

P&L Truck Driver

R&L Cartage
04.2001 - 10.2001

Truck Driver

USF Dugan
04.1996 - 05.1999

GED -

MATC
Jay McCartan