Joshua Houston
Mohave Valley,AZ
Summary
Dynamic handyman with extensive experience in household repairs and maintenance, including plumbing and carpentry, honed at Houston Electrical Services. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction through effective project management and problem-solving skills. Passionate animal rescuer dedicated to ensuring safety and well-being, showcasing a commitment to learning and growth in diverse environments.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Handyman
Self Employed
Mohave Valley, AZ
10.2024 - Current
- Performed routine maintenance and repairs on residential properties to ensure functionality and safety.
- Executed plumbing, and carpentry tasks independently to meet client specifications.
- Assisted clients in selecting materials and solutions for home improvement projects, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Diagnosed issues effectively and implemented timely repairs to minimize disruption for clients.
Independent Animal Rescuer & Care Taker
Self Employed
Sanders, AZ And Mohave Valley Arizona
05.2010 - Current
- The below is a volunteer job and is something that I currently do and have been doing for some time.
- Assisting with animal rescue and making sure there is a safe place for the animal to go to.
- Utilized specialized tools and equipment for effective rescue such as leashes food water and protective gear if need be to rescue the animal including the first aid kit for myself or the animal.
- Assessed situations to determine appropriate intervention strategies for dogs or other animals in distress.
- Collaborated with local authorities to coordinate rescue efforts and streamline communication processes.
- Assisting with foster care until the animal can be properly placed in a new home.
- An assisting with resources to help provide food and whatnot or someone that is fostering a dog cat bird animal that is in need of a temporary or permanent home.
Cook
McDonald's
Fort Mohave Arizona S***
05.2023 - 02.2024
- Prepared and cooked menu items according to standardized recipes and quality standards.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen equipment and workstations, adhering to safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline food preparation processes, enhancing efficiency.
- And before the end of my shift I would make sure my area was clean and prepped and ready for the next associate to take over my section I made sure of the items for stocked and ready so that all that the other person would have to do is Cook.
Car Wash Attendant
Quick Shine Car Wash
Fort Mohave Arizona
04.2022 - 09.2022
- Operated car washing equipment, ensuring thorough cleaning and customer satisfaction.
- Applied wax and polish to vehicles, enhancing shine and protection by a push of a button.
- Conducted routine maintenance on machines, minimizing downtime and ensuring optimal performance.
- Assisted customers with service options, providing recommendations for best results based on what the customers were looking for and also assisted customers when they had a problem and also guiding vehicles into the location to make sure that they stayed on the path and ensuring that there was no accidents using hand signals.
- And if a customer is having issues putting their vehicle into position especially a new vehicle that they are not used to I would assist them by helping them figure out the problem so that they can move along with no issues One customer in particular that had an issue I'm speaking from an experience I had working there I try to go above and beyond to ensure customer satisfaction.
Ranch Hand
Private Residence
St Johns Arizona
05.2015 - 09.2019
- Operated and maintained farm machinery, ensuring efficient daily operations.
- Assisted in livestock care, monitoring health and welfare of animals.
- Managed feeding schedules, promoting optimal growth and productivity.
- Conducted routine maintenance on fencing and facilities to ensure safety standards.
Handyman Helper
Houston Electrical Services
Sanders, AZ
05.2011 - 10.2017
- Assisted in electrical installations and repairs, ensuring adherence to safety standards.
- Maintained tools and equipment, contributing to organized work environment and efficient operations.
- Supported lead technicians in troubleshooting electrical issues, enhancing problem-solving skills.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects on schedule while ensuring quality of work.
- And this company also did other handyman service is such as carpentry and roof repair it was a jack of all trades kind of business I assisted with multiple different job skills that this company provided including plumbing and painting and other projects landscaping gravel laying etc.
Owner
Self Employed Web
Sanders Arizona
05.2014 - 06.2017
- I sold online survival and off-grid living products.
- I sold solar equipment and offered solar installation if needed.
- My website was linked to my Patriot supply website we had a partnership where I help sell their products and got a percentage for having away from my customers to go from my website to their website and for assisting my Patriot supply and assisting in their sales I increase your sales by 20%
- I designed my own website using godaddy.com to assist me with my website.
Education
Associates - Business
Phoenix University Online
Phoenix, AZHigh School Diploma - No Specific Study
Cost Pacifica Non-public School
Camarillo, CA04.1999
Skills
- Ensuring animal safety and security
- Dog walking and animal Care
- Bathing and some grooming
- Willingness to learn more and things I may not know
- Household repairs
- Hand tools
- Repair work
- Appliance installation
- Painting
- Power tools
- Pressure washing
- Fence repair
- Plumbing maintenance
- Power tool operation
- Drain cleaning
- Project management
- Supply management
- Landscaping design
Timeline
Handyman
Self Employed
10.2024 - Current
Cook
McDonald's
05.2023 - 02.2024
Car Wash Attendant
Quick Shine Car Wash
04.2022 - 09.2022
Ranch Hand
Private Residence
05.2015 - 09.2019
Owner
Self Employed Web
05.2014 - 06.2017
Handyman Helper
Houston Electrical Services
05.2011 - 10.2017
Independent Animal Rescuer & Care Taker
Self Employed
05.2010 - Current
Associates - Business
Phoenix University Online
High School Diploma - No Specific Study
Cost Pacifica Non-public School