KEITH COHEN
Bethpage,NY
Summary
Experienced Closet Installer with a strong foundation in custom closet design and installation, delivering projects efficiently in fast-paced environments. Demonstrates expertise in operating a wide range of construction tools while ensuring safety and precision. Known for problem-solving skills, exceptional space utilization, and a commitment to customer service, resulting in the creation of functional and visually appealing closet solutions tailored to client specifications. Background includes residential and commercial construction along with custom furniture building and high-end decor.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Custom Closet Installer/Sales Agent
All Custom Closets
Bayshore, NY
04.2016 - 10.2024
- Facilitated the setup of closet components based on precise design requirements.
- Installed drawer slides, door hinges and handles correctly.
- Applied finishing touches such as trim, molding or paint to complete the job.
- Monitored installation completions to guarantee adherence to quality criteria.
- Planned out efficient workflows to maximize productivity while minimizing waste.
- Consistently maintained clean and professional workspace.
- Provided quotes and estimated costs for custom closets.
- Helped clients with design element selection.
- Developed relationships with existing clients to ensure repeat business.
Project Manager/Fabricator
Carlyle at the Palace Decor
Plainview, NY
10.2012 - 12.2015
- Managed a team of over 10 professionals.
- Met with clients to review contract details.
- Measured and sketched floor plans for clients.
- Built & Fabricated Custom furniture and High end decor projects
- Purchase & budget for each event
- Supervise & Assist with party set up and breakdowns
- Scheduling of staff and locations
- Kept catering facility & warehouse up and running, repairs, sheetrock, spackle, paint and all general construction remodeling that was needed in several locations
Finish Carpenter
UNION CARPENTER
New York, NY
07.2008 - 10.2012
- Company Overview: Specialized Construction Corp
- (Patchogue, NY), Modern Woodcrafts, LLC (Framingham, CT), Woodcraft Installers Inc
- (W
- Islip, NY), Coastal Installations, Inc
- (Deer Park, NY), Anthem Contracting (Bohemia, NY), Coastal Enterprises of NY Inc
- (Huntington, NY)
- Examined buildings and project specifications to determine measurements and dimensions
- Installed cabinets, base cabinets and crown molding
- Worked independently on projects and tasks within a carpentry team
- Safely used band, circular, jig, reciprocating, chop and compound miter saws
- Repaired and maintained older properties, including renovating flooring, walls, doors and ceilings, installing fixtures and remodeling bathrooms and kitchens
Construction Manager-Finishing Phase of new construction
WCI COMMUNITIES
Valhalla, NY
05.2006 - 07.2008
- Pre-sheetrock homes with client inspections
- Post inspection walk with client/purchasers
- Final quality assurance inspection with clients
- Schedule and coordinate final contract closing with client
- Organize and schedule all subcontractors from sheetrock to completion.
- Final inspection and quality control of each subcontractor, with a review of client approval.
- Host trade meetings to coordinate weekly progress.
- Approval of sub-contractor payments and review of all budgets
- Accelerated finish schedule to achieve 120 unit closings within 11 months
Education
High School Diploma - Carpentry Program
DIVISION AVENUE HIGH SCHOOL
Levittown, NY05.2006
Coursework in Basic Construction Safety and Hand and Power Tools, Coursework in Residential Carpentry, Coursework in Floor Systems, Wall and Ceiling Framing
BOCES
Levittown, NYSkills
- Leadership
- Exceptional problem solver
- Strong communication skills
- Detail-oriented
- Friendly and hardworking
- Organized
- Results-oriented
- Hand tool expertise
- Power tool proficiency
- Finishing techniques
- Layout planning
- Project estimation
- Measurement accuracy
- Effective communication
- Multitasking Abilities
- Time management abilities
Timeline
Custom Closet Installer/Sales Agent
All Custom Closets
04.2016 - 10.2024
Project Manager/Fabricator
Carlyle at the Palace Decor
10.2012 - 12.2015
Finish Carpenter
UNION CARPENTER
07.2008 - 10.2012
Construction Manager-Finishing Phase of new construction
WCI COMMUNITIES
05.2006 - 07.2008
High School Diploma - Carpentry Program
DIVISION AVENUE HIGH SCHOOL
Coursework in Basic Construction Safety and Hand and Power Tools, Coursework in Residential Carpentry, Coursework in Floor Systems, Wall and Ceiling Framing
BOCES
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