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John Kirkpatrick

Spring,TX

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven Residential Home Inspector at Arcxis, skilled in structural inspection and creative problem solving. Proven track record of enhancing safety standards and fostering collaboration with construction managers. Committed to mentoring new hires and continuously improving team performance through effective training and adherence to building codes.


Overview

39
39
years of professional experience

Work History

Supervisor

Restoration Concepts
03.2000 - 10.2002
  • Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
  • Demonstrated commitment to the organization''s core values, leading by example and fostering a culture of excellence.
  • Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from years of experience in the field.

Owner

Kirkpatrick Custom Construction
05.1996 - 10.2002
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Streamlined project workflow by managing inventory of required materials, ensuring availability when needed.
  • Provided valuable mentorship to new hires, sharing knowledge and best practices on house framing techniques to improve overall team performance.
  • Collaborated closely with architects and engineers to ensure accurate implementation of design specifications within house framing projects.
  • Maintained high standards of workmanship by regularly inspecting completed framing for proper alignment, squareness, and adherence to building codes.

Residential Home Inspector

Arcxis
05.2018 - Current
  • Identified potential safety hazards for homeowners through diligent inspection of electrical systems, plumbing, and structural components.
  • Collaborated with construction managers to facilitate timely inspections and clear communication of findings.
  • Built strong relationships with industry professionals, fostering collaboration in addressing complex issues encountered during home inspections.
  • Continuously improved professional skills through ongoing education and training opportunities in the home inspection field.
  • Provided valuable training and accessibility to current and new members of my team.

Owner

John Kirkpatrick Framing
11.2002 - 10.2017
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.

Framer

Assorted Contractors
01.1986 - 05.2006
  • Maintained a clean work environment by organizing materials and removing debris at the end of each day.
  • Accurately and safely installed wall, roof and floor structures according to blueprints, customer requests, and available inventories.
  • Demonstrated versatility in framing skills by adapting to various project requirements, including residential homes, commercial buildings, and custom projects.
  • Assisted in the completion of complex framing projects by providing timely support to fellow team members.
  • Improved client satisfaction by consistently completing high-quality framing work within designated timeframes.
  • Mentored new team members on proper techniques, safety guidelines, and best practices within the field of framing construction.

Education

Construction Engineering

Lone Star College
Houston, TX

Skills

  • Structural inspection
  • Building codes
  • Foundation assessment
  • Mathematics
  • Custom framing design
  • Conservation framing
  • Production and processing
  • Product inspection
  • New hire training
  • Creative problem solving
  • Group and individual instruction

Timeline

Residential Home Inspector

Arcxis
05.2018 - Current

Owner

John Kirkpatrick Framing
11.2002 - 10.2017

Supervisor

Restoration Concepts
03.2000 - 10.2002

Owner

Kirkpatrick Custom Construction
05.1996 - 10.2002

Framer

Assorted Contractors
01.1986 - 05.2006

Construction Engineering

Lone Star College
John Kirkpatrick