- Graphic Design
- Woodworking
- Working with my hands and fixing things
- Reading
- DIY Projects
- Music
- Home Improvement
- Road Trips
- Playing guitar
- Personal Development and Self-Improvement
Jimmy Frye
Merced,CA
Summary
Hardworking, detail-oriented individual with strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to new tasks. Possesses a well-rounded skill set. Known for adaptability, creativity, and a results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently. Recognized for taking a proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with a focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/ Designer/ Fabricator
Frye Fabricating
01.2020 - 06.2023
- Designed and fabricated unique and custom furniture, signs, and home decor items
- Performed repairs on customer equipment
- Designed and built the majority of personnel Shop equipment, including a custom CNC plasma table ( 5'X 10')
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring quality control and adherence to safety standards.
- Managed project timelines and resource allocation to optimize production efficiency.
- Developed and implemented process improvements, enhancing workflow and reducing waste.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
General Manager
Merced Cemetery District
12.2003 - 02.2019
- Directed operational strategies to enhance cemetery management efficiency and service quality.
- Coordinated staff training programs to improve service delivery and compliance with industry standards.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, and schedules.
- Oversaw maintenance operations, ensuring grounds were well-kept and facilities met safety regulations.
- Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.
- Improved operational efficiency by streamlining workflow processes and adopting cutting-edge technology.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline the scope of the position.
Education
No Degree - Mechanical Drafting ( CAD) Cert. Course
Merced College
Merced, CAHigh School Diploma -
Merced High School
Merced, CASkills
- Fiscal budgeting
- Experienced in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Verbal and written communication
- Project management
- Strategic equipment procurement
- CAD certification course
- Welding and Fabrication
- 5 years of HVAC/ sheet metal fabrication installation, plumbing, electrical, and general carpentry skills
- 15 years of irrigation design and installation
- CNC Machine and software operating, including Plasma Tables, Routers, and Lasers
- Class A CDL (current)
Accomplishments
- Prepared a yearly budget of approximately $1,000,000. ( one million) for Cemetery District
- Initiated and implemented the employee handbook
- Created employee salary schedule
- Created and implemented an employee retirement plan - 457(b)
- Designed and procured a 4,500 square foot Maintenance shop for the Merced Cemetery District
- Redesigned a record database for 30,000 burial records using Microsoft Access
- researched and procured major equipment purchases, ie., @ mini excavators, utility vehicles, commercial mowers, and small grounds equipment.
- Various grounds projects, including new burial and cremation sections with landscaping and infrastructure.
- Created and implemented employee policies
- Created and implemented office procedures.
- Created and implemented grounds and burial procedures.
- Designed and fabricated custom equipment.
Interests
Timeline
Owner/ Designer/ Fabricator
Frye Fabricating
01.2020 - 06.2023
General Manager
Merced Cemetery District
12.2003 - 02.2019
No Degree - Mechanical Drafting ( CAD) Cert. Course
Merced College
High School Diploma -
Merced High School