Highly motivated professional with several years of entrepreneurial and management experience. Skillfully creates and maintains professional and loyal relationships with co-workers, staff and clients while managing administrative and sales employees. Comfortable working independently as manager and leader and as collaborative team member. Applies business acumen and experience and exercises decisive judgment to meet and exceed organizational goals.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Business Owner
Crumby Apron
Bridgeport, OH
06.2021 - Current
Identified and recruited staff members, including managers and sales personnel.
Established marketing strategies, such as social media campaigns, to promote the business.
Negotiated contracts with vendors for supplies and services.
Monitored cash flow to ensure proper budgeting of resources.
Created a customer service policy to ensure customers were satisfied with products or services.
Interviewed, trained and supervised employees.
Business Owner
Wet 2 Dry Basement Waterproofing and Foundation
Dillonvale, OH
02.2014 - 11.2023
Identified and recruited staff members, including managers and sales personnel.
Negotiated contracts with vendors for supplies and services.
Monitored cash flow to ensure proper budgeting of resources.
Resolved conflicts between employees or customers in a timely manner.
Participated in trade shows, conventions, and other events related to industry promotion.
Interviewed, trained and supervised employees.
Inspected and evaluated basements for water damage and leakage.
Assessed the extent of waterproofing required in basement areas.
Installed sump pumps, drainage systems, and other components to ensure proper water management.
Repaired cracks in walls and floors with epoxy injection or mortar patching techniques.
Installed vapor barriers on walls and floors to prevent moisture penetration.
Maintained records of completed projects by taking photos before and after installation process.
Performed minor plumbing tasks related to the installation of waterproofing systems such as connecting pipes and fittings.
Maintenance Director
Hartland Lancing
Bridgeport, OH
03.2013 - 03.2014
Scheduled and coordinated maintenance activities with other departments.
Ensured that all safety regulations were followed during maintenance operations.
Managed a team of technicians, assigning tasks as needed and providing guidance when necessary.
Provided technical direction in the repair, installation, modification, and servicing of equipment.
Reviewed vendor contracts to ensure cost efficiency while maintaining quality standards.
Coordinated with outside contractors on major building repairs or renovations.
Ensured compliance with applicable federal, state, local laws and regulations governing maintenance operations.
Performed upgrades to existing systems such as HVAC and electrical systems when required.
Conducted regular inspections of the facility to identify any necessary repairs or replacements.
Delegated daily tasks to employees to manage resources and meet deadlines.
Foreman
Engineered Foundation Technologies
Wheeling, WV
06.2009 - 07.2013
Inspected and evaluated basements for water damage and leakage.
Assessed the extent of waterproofing required in basement areas.
Installed sump pumps, drainage systems, and other components to ensure proper water management.
Applied waterproof sealants, membranes, coatings, and other materials to protect basements from water intrusion.
Repaired cracks in walls and floors with epoxy injection or mortar patching techniques.
Installed vapor barriers on walls and floors to prevent moisture penetration.
Maintained records of completed projects by taking photos before and after installation process.
Followed company and governmental health and safety regulations and trained new team members.
Business Owner
Decorative Concrete Technologies
Martins Ferry, OH
01.1997 - 01.2007
Managed all concrete construction activities on multiple projects at once.
Supervised and trained a crew of laborers to ensure completion of tasks in accordance with company standards.
Ensured that all safety regulations were followed, maintained a safe work environment, and addressed any potential hazards immediately.
Inspected formwork for accuracy prior to pouring concrete and monitored the curing process.
Ordered material as needed while adhering to budgetary constraints.
Maintained accurate records related to projects including daily logs, time sheets, inspection reports.
Finished surfaces by troweling, floating and brushing following project requirements and specifications.
Established marketing strategies, such as social media campaigns, to promote the business.
Monitored cash flow to ensure proper budgeting of resources.
Education
High School Diploma -
Martins Ferry High School
Martins Ferry, OH
05-1991
Skills
Employee Training
Business Development
Strategic Planning
Customer Service
Business Planning
Start-Up Operations
Project Management
Staff hiring
Staffing oversight
Certification
West Virginia Contractors License
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Business Owner
Crumby Apron
06.2021 - Current
Business Owner
Wet 2 Dry Basement Waterproofing and Foundation
02.2014 - 11.2023
Maintenance Director
Hartland Lancing
03.2013 - 03.2014
Foreman
Engineered Foundation Technologies
06.2009 - 07.2013
Business Owner
Decorative Concrete Technologies
01.1997 - 01.2007
West Virginia Contractors License
High School Diploma -
Martins Ferry High School
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