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Luke Lunde

Ft.meyers,FL

Summary

Dynamic handyman and small business owner with a proven track record at Freedom Home Repair, excelling in customer relations and project management. Recognized for enhancing client satisfaction through exceptional service and effective communication.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Owner/Handyman

Freedom Home Repair
04.2024 - Current
  • 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.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.

Handyman/carpenter

Estero Home Solutions
03.2018 - Current
  • Performed minor wall repair, installed drywall, and applied wallpaper.
  • Built and repaired decks, fences and sheds to improve overall appearance of homes.
  • Removed and repaired carpet and wood flooring.
  • Demonstrated versatility by successfully tackling a wide range of tasks, from plumbing and electrical work to carpentry and general home repairs, showcasing adaptability and expertise within the field.
  • Performed basic electrical work and plumbing repairs such as installing new toilets, removing electrical wires, unclogging drains, and maintaining gutters.
  • Assisted homeowners in maintaining their properties by performing routine maintenance tasks such as painting, plumbing, and electrical work.
  • Installed cabinets and shelving units in homes and offices to provide additional space and organization.
  • Prepared for new painting by removing previous materials with seam-cleaning, sandblasting, scraping, and sanding.
  • Collaborated with other handymen to complete larger projects efficiently while ensuring high-quality results for the clients.
  • Installed lighting fixtures to improve lighting and increase energy efficiency.
  • Re-caulked and sealed windows doors and siding to prevent drafts and air leaks and minimize energy costs.
  • Provided exceptional customer service by actively listening to client concerns and effectively communicating solutions to their problems.
  • Expanded clientele base through referrals from satisfied customers who praised my professionalism and attention to detail in executing various handyman tasks.
  • Maintained restroom functionality by repairing leaking faucets, clogged toilets, and other equipment.
  • Increased client retention rate with proactive follow-ups after job completion to ensure satisfaction with the work performed.
  • Positively engaged with customers and maintained professional appearance as company representative.
  • Safely and effectively handled wide range of cleaning products and solutions.
  • Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
  • Completed preventive maintenance on machines to enhance production and maintain quality.
  • Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.

Handyman

Colt Walker Handyman Service
10.2021 - 03.2025

All phases of home re model and repair.

  • Improved client satisfaction by providing timely and quality handyman services for various home repairs.
  • Completed repair jobs to restore functionality to electric and plumbing systems.
  • Enhanced property value for clients through professional landscaping, gardening, and outdoor maintenance tasks.
  • Educated clients about proper maintenance practices to help prolong the lifespan of repaired items or installations within their homes or businesses.
  • Managed inventory of supplies necessary for completing handyman jobs, avoiding delays due to lack of materials or resources.
  • Reduced safety hazards by promptly addressing electrical issues, repairing broken appliances, and fixing damaged structures.
  • Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
  • Rewired and replaced faulty electrical components in equipment.

Labor Forman

BCBE Construction
09.2010 - 02.2018
  • Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
  • Demonstrated adaptability by effectively managing changes in project scope or unexpected obstacles encountered during construction phases.
  • Conducted performance evaluations for crew members, providing constructive feedback and opportunities for growth within the company.
  • Managed daily operations effectively, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
  • Increased crew efficiency by implementing streamlined work processes and optimizing task delegation.
  • Collaborated with project managers to develop detailed work plans that aligned with overall project goals.
  • Controlled traffic around and in work areas.
  • Tracked crew time, attendance and performance.
  • Ensured safety compliance on job sites by conducting regular inspections and enforcing safety protocols.
  • Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
  • Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
  • Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
  • Inspected equipment and tools used for safe operation.
  • Prepared and submitted reports on job progress and safety conditions to upper management.
  • Investigated and reported on accidents, injuries and near-miss incidents.

Assistant Carpenter

Southern Exposure Home Repair
09.2007 - 05.2010

Assisted in private owned home repair buissiness. Electrical,plumbing,drywall repair were common. also,home editions, baseboard and trim. Prep and paint, roof repair. appliance install,window and door install.

  • Contributed to timely project completion by accurately cutting, shaping, and assembling building materials.

Carpenter Laborer

Coastal Construction Group
01.2005 - 06.2007
  • Safely operated power tools like saws, drills, sanders, routers consistently throughout each project''s life cycle while minimizing waste materials generated during production processes effectively reducing overall expenses incurred during execution phase
  • Cut and shaped materials to meet outlined measurements.
  • Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and construction documents to determine project directives.
  • Repaired damaged doors, windows and other structures.
  • Assembled and installed furniture and cabinetry.
  • Measured, cut and installed drywall, paneling and other materials.
  • Measured and marked cutting lines on materials using pencil or chalk and marking gauge.
  • Operated forklifts and other heavy equipment.
  • Calculated dimensions and amount of needed materials by accurately measuring job site and structures.
  • Managed inventory of tools, supplies and equipment.
  • Installed insulation, trim and other finishing touches.
  • Maintained variety of hand tools, portable power tools and standard measuring instruments on daily job assignments.
  • Used hand tools such as utility knives, hammers and deglazing devices to complete carpentry tasks.
  • Increased project efficiency by accurately measuring, cutting, and assembling materials for various carpentry tasks.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by maintaining a clean and organized worksite, ensuring minimal disruption to their daily lives.

CDL Route Driver

Sysco Foods Inc
03.1997 - 11.2005
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining consistent, professional communication with clients during pickups and deliveries.
  • Conducted thorough pre-trip inspections of vehicle systems to maintain safe operation and minimize breakdowns while on routes.
  • Effectively communicated with warehouse staff regarding inventory levels, order discrepancies, or other issues impacting delivery schedules.
  • Completed daily logs and paperwork accurately, ensuring proper documentation for regulatory compliance purposes.
  • Collaborated closely with dispatchers to ensure accurate scheduling and routing information, optimizing overall performance.
  • Navigated various road conditions safely to ensure timely delivery of goods to customers.

Education

Practical Nursing

Lorenzo Walker Tech
Naples, FL
03-2006

Skills

  • Customer relations
  • Small business operations
  • Relationship building
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Project management
  • Business launch
  • Hiring and staffing
  • Customer service
  • Decision-making
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Customer service management
  • Inventory control
  • Customer retention
  • Delegating work

Certification

  • Licensed [Job Title] - [Timeframe]

Interests

  • Outdoor Recreation
  • Gym Workouts
  • Participating in cooking contests and challenges to showcase culinary skills and creativity
  • Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
  • Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
  • Enjoying the art of baking and pastry-making, experimenting with recipes
  • Cooking
  • Woodworking
  • I like working with my hands and fixing things
  • I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
  • I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail

Timeline

Owner/Handyman

Freedom Home Repair
04.2024 - Current

Handyman

Colt Walker Handyman Service
10.2021 - 03.2025

Handyman/carpenter

Estero Home Solutions
03.2018 - Current

Labor Forman

BCBE Construction
09.2010 - 02.2018

Assistant Carpenter

Southern Exposure Home Repair
09.2007 - 05.2010

Carpenter Laborer

Coastal Construction Group
01.2005 - 06.2007

CDL Route Driver

Sysco Foods Inc
03.1997 - 11.2005

Practical Nursing

Lorenzo Walker Tech
Luke Lunde