Justin Wilkes
Fort Collins,CO
Summary
I have 27 years experience in the Drywall industry, dating back to 1997. I expect perfection from myself and those I work with. I am a self taught, and a hands on learner. Once I get the proper training or knowledge of a product I tend to pick it up fast and become very effective. One of my many strengths is finding the fastest most effective ways to finish a product, while maintaining high quality. My current business model is always Quality First. No detail goes unnoticed.
With my education, clean appearance, a quarter century of experience, quality standards and willingness to learn, I feel I would be a valuable asset to your current team.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
RCS Journeyman 2
Colorado State University
07.2023 - Current
- Applied tape to seal joints by embedding into sealing compound.
- Served as a reliable team member, regularly collaborating with other finishers and construction professionals to achieve shared goals and meet deadlines.
- Measured and marked cutting lines on drywall for lengths, heights and penetrations.
- Removed damaged drywall and wallpaper to prepare for new installations.
- Increased job efficiency with mastery of various hand tools and power tools, such as trowels, joint knives, and sanders.
- Optimized productivity levels with proper maintenance of tools and equipment for uninterrupted work flow.
- Achieved smooth and consistent wall surfaces by applying drywall compound and sanding.
- Collaborated with construction teams to prioritize tasks, ensuring efficient workflow and meeting deadlines.
- Cut and hung drywall on walls and ceilings, taping and finishing joints and corners.
Owner
Self Employed Noco Drywall Services LLC
04.2019 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations of all phases of drywall.
- Hanging Drywall
- Taping Drywall
- Sanding Drywall (containment)
- Texture of all types
- New home, patches, additions, basements, etc.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily tasks.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by upgrading equipment.
- Manage finances.
- Bid Jobs.
- Quality control.
Journeyman/Quality Control Inspector
Pitner Drywall
03.2016 - 04.2019
- Communicated with production team members about quality issues.
- Managed phases of construction in new homes, commercial, and remodels.
- Maintain inventory on job sites.
- Meeting deadlines.
- Quality control
Vice President/Sales Manager
Hilyard Bit & Supply (Co-owner)
06.2011 - 03.2016
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Onboarded new employees with training and new hire documentation.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Managed sales agents
- Took my company from $50,000/month sales to an average of $450,000/month sales.
Journeyman
Pitner Drywall
01.2000 - 06.2011
- Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
- Followed protocols and stayed organized to provide personal and teammate safety.
- Installed drywall, ceilings, trim and fabricated replacement trim and moldings.
- Calculated dimensions and amount of needed materials by accurately measuring job site and structures.
- Subcontracted most of my work, meeting deadlines and passing quality control expectations.
Education
A.S. Business Management - Business
Institute of Business And Medical Careers
06.2010
Skills
- Customer Relations
- Business Administration
- All Phases of Drywall
- Presentable
- Common Sense
- Business Development
- Quality Management Systems
- Project Estimating
- Business Launch
- Contract Management
- Talent Development
- Bidding Process
Timeline
RCS Journeyman 2
Colorado State University
07.2023 - Current
Owner
Self Employed Noco Drywall Services LLC
04.2019 - Current
Journeyman/Quality Control Inspector
Pitner Drywall
03.2016 - 04.2019
Vice President/Sales Manager
Hilyard Bit & Supply (Co-owner)
06.2011 - 03.2016
Journeyman
Pitner Drywall
01.2000 - 06.2011
A.S. Business Management - Business
Institute of Business And Medical Careers