Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Gardening, playing basketball, ice skating, riding my motorcycle,spending time with my family
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Jim VanDieren

Brookfield,IL

Summary

Hardworking business owner with an enterprising nature, good attention to detail and commitment to excellence. Bringing 33 years of experience in the window cleaning industry with customer satisfaction being the ultimate goal. Dependable window cleaner with 33 years of experience. Strong leader and problem-solver, versed to maintain productivity and meet customer needs. Knowledgeable about equipment and cleaning procedures in the window, concrete,and gutter industries. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level customer service position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Dedicated business professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best secure customer satisfaction. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet company goals.Quality-focused and safety-driven with a solid track record in commercial and residential window,concrete and gutter cleaning services.

Overview

94
94
years of professional experience

Work History

Pressure Washer

Self Employed
Chicago And Surrounding Suburbs, IL
03.2013 - Current
  • Maintained clean and hazard-free work areas.
  • Used scrapers, brushes and cleaners to eliminate layered on dirt, mud or debris.
  • Kept equipment in good working order and properly stored between jobs.
  • Inspected washing tools, equipment and materials daily for damage or needed repairs.
  • Cleaned wash equipment after shift and confirmed proper storage.
  • Operated [Type] equipment safely and efficiently to meet specific job requirements.

EBay Seller

Self-employed
Brookfield, IL
10.2004 - Current
  • Built professional and trusting relationships with key customers and leveraged existing relationships via social media.
  • Set and managed client's expectations through proper channel.
  • Corresponded with online customers to address questions or complaints about products, policies or shipping methods.
  • Responded to customer issues and resolved complaints by leveraging expert product knowledge.
  • Developed successful online sales operations from scratch by establishing and following strategic vision, mission and operational plans.
  • Responded to customer issues and resolved complaints by leveraging product knowledge.

Gutter Technician

Self Employed
Chicago And Surrounding Suburbs, IL
03.1989 - Current
  • Erected scaffolding and ladders to reach gutter heights.
  • Loaded materials onto trucks and logged usage.
  • Installed downspouts, elbows and materials in existing and new construction homes.
  • Maintained good housekeeping on job site and company truck and kept accurate tool inventory.
  • Positively engaged with customers and maintained professional appearance as company representative.
  • Continuously adhered to strict regulations as well as detailed instructions, guidelines and specifications.
  • Executed tasks within time and budget constraints.
  • Reported issues to property manager so effective resolutions could be put into place.
  • Removed trash and recyclables at end of each shift and disposed of items in proper receptacles.

Commercial and Residential Window Cleaner

Self Employed
Chicago And Surrounding Suburbs, IL
02.1989 - Current
  • Applied water and detergent to glass with non-scratch applicator and removed with rubber squeegee blade to reduce smears.
  • Leveraged ladders, poles, aerial lift equipment and suspended platforms to clean windows and gutters.
  • Performed detailing tasks using microfiber and toweling cloths to remove excess moisture from window sills.
  • Employed modern cleaning methods to produce clean results without chemical detergents to protect environment.
  • Calculated prices, collected payments and furnished written receipts to support accounting records and help business remain profitable.
  • Maintained equipment and vehicles in clean and excellent working order and notified supervisor of repair or replacement needs.
  • Descended down buildings from bosun chair or on swing stage system to clean elevated areas.
  • Cleaned interior and exterior of commercial and residential windows using industry-standard techniques, chemicals and equipment.
  • Reported deficiencies in systems or equipment to reduce service delivery failure or risk to health, safety or environment.
  • Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.
  • Observed and adhered to industry and worksite safety regulations to avoid accidents or injuries.
  • Followed safety standards and established SOPs when handling, mixing and storing hazardous chemicals.

Education

Associate of Business Administration - Business Administration And Management

Morain Valley Community College
Palos Heights, IL
06.1992

Skills

  • Safety Regulations
  • Creative Solutions
  • Time Management
  • Customer Relations
  • Safety Knowledge
  • Equipment Operations
  • Business Operations
  • Client Support
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Dependable and Responsible
  • Self-Motivated
  • Interpersonal Communication

Gardening, playing basketball, ice skating, riding my motorcycle,spending time with my family

Gardening for me is a very relaxing and satisfying way of relieving stress. It's so cool to see the final results from seed to plant,fruit,vegetable, or flower. I play basketball as a way to keep in good physical health. I play with my daughter for two reasons. First, it's a good way to talk to my 15year old daughter. Second, it's fun and keeps me in shape.Ice skating is fun and my daughter enjoys my company. I love my vintage motorcycle, riding it every chance I get. It's hard to explain the feeling one gets riding a motorcycle,pure joy sums it up. Spending time with my family is a treasure.We love hanging out together, dining, thrifting, little get a ways. My family is very special to me.

Timeline

Pressure Washer

Self Employed
03.2013 - Current

EBay Seller

Self-employed
10.2004 - Current

Gutter Technician

Self Employed
03.1989 - Current

Commercial and Residential Window Cleaner

Self Employed
02.1989 - Current

Associate of Business Administration - Business Administration And Management

Morain Valley Community College
Jim VanDieren