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Mark Stivers

Church Creek,MD

Summary

Dynamic General Manager with a proven track record at Midshore Marble And Granite, excelling in operations management and team leadership. Spearheaded strategies that drove significant sales growth while enhancing customer relations. Adept at training and coaching staff, fostering a culture of excellence and efficiency in a fast-paced environment.

Reliable construction professional with hands-on experience in various building projects. Skilled in operating machinery, handling tools, and following blueprints to ensure quality work. Strong focus on team collaboration, adapting to changing needs, and achieving project goals. Known for dependability, strong work ethic, and commitment to safety standards.

Skilled Labor Worker with strong track record of success in maintenance, repair, and general labor. Multitasks and works well in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Flexible work and shift schedule with expertise operating basic hand and power tools. Excellent work performance in individual and team roles combined with superior attendance record.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager

Midshore Marble And Granite
02.2020 - 07.2025

Managed employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.

  • Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a positive work environment and high employee satisfaction.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales and profitability.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
  • Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
  • Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision, and long-range planning.
  • Formulated policies and procedures to streamline operations.
  • Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
  • Implemented effective cost-saving measures to reduce overhead expenses without compromising quality or service.
  • Directed comprehensive sales efforts to exceed revenue targets consistently while maintaining customer satisfaction levels.
  • Provided thoughtful guidance to personnel in navigating and resolving snags in productivity.
  • Improved operational efficiency by streamlining workflow processes and adopting cutting-edge technology.

Correctional Officer

Queen Anne's County Government
07.2017 - 02.2020
  • Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
  • Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
  • Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
  • Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
  • Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
  • Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
  • Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
  • Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
  • Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
  • Conducted efficient inmate transfers, adhering to strict security protocols while maintaining order and control throughout the process.
  • Monitored visitation sessions to ensure compliance with established guidelines and maintain facility security.
  • Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
  • Assisted medical staff in distributing medications to inmates efficiently while securely handling sensitive materials.
  • Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
  • Interviewed inmates to obtain information and assess needs.
  • Assisted in crisis negotiations, preventing escalations and ensuring safety of inmates and staff.
  • Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
  • Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
  • Assisted in intake and release of inmates.
  • Administered drug tests to inmates.
  • Coordinated with other law enforcement personnel to exchange information.

General Laborer

Greg Thomas Construction
2017 - 2020
  • Maintained clean and organized worksites, minimizing hazards and promoting a safe working environment.
  • Utilized Hand Tools such as Sanders, saws, routers, angle grinders, polishers and more.
  • Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
  • Demonstrated strong work ethic, completing physically demanding tasks under varying conditions.
  • Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
  • Assisted team members with tasks that require group effort.
  • Completed tasks efficiently for timely project completion within set deadlines.
  • Fabricated countertops and assisted with any other tasks needed.
  • Operated heavy equipment safely to transport materials and complete tasks as required.
  • Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.

Truck Driver Service Tech

Pierson's Comfort Group
08.2015 - 07.2017
  • Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
  • Managed approximately 40 stops per day
  • Maintained a clean driving record while adhering to company policies and federal regulations for transportation safety.
  • Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
  • Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
  • Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by maintaining open communication with clients during pickups and deliveries.
  • Achieved high levels of customer satisfaction through professional interaction with clients at pickup and delivery points, representing the company positively at all times.
  • Demonstrated adaptability in adjusting to unforeseen road conditions or traffic delays, maintaining timely deliveries despite challenges.
  • Obtained necessary permits and licenses to operate various commercial vehicles legally.
  • Reduced downtime by promptly reporting and addressing maintenance issues.
  • Maintained our fleet when not busy on deliveries

Shop Manager

That Granite Place
08.2014 - 08.2015
  • Maintained a clean, safe, and inviting store environment for both customers and employees by enforcing proper safety protocols and cleanliness standards.
  • Delivered excellent customer service by addressing and resolving customer inquiries and complaints.
  • Managed inventory control and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Managed inventory levels for optimal product availability, resulting in fewer stockouts and increased sales.
  • Oversaw employee performance, corrected problems, and increased efficiency to maintain productivity targets.
  • Maintained safe working environment by enforcing adherence to safety and security protocols.
  • Evaluated employee performance through regular reviews, setting clear expectations, and offering constructive feedback for continuous development.
  • Ensured compliance with company policies and local regulations by regularly updating staff on changes or new requirements.
  • Collaborated with other managers within the company network for best practice sharing and continuous improvement efforts.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring store met its performance and sales goals.

Truck Driver

Freedom Septic Service
02.2010 - 08.2014

Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.

  • Increased safety standards by conducting thorough pre-and post-trip inspections of the truck.
  • Successfully navigated challenging weather conditions in order to maintain on-time delivery without compromising safety or cargo integrity.
  • Plowed Snow
  • Serviced backhoes, skid loaders and dump trucks
  • Installed temporary septic systems / removed temporary systems
  • Delivered / Retrieved portable toilets
  • Assisted with septic tank installs and grading seeding of yards

Construction Worker

Bonneville Construction
2007 - 2010
  • Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
  • Maintained clean and organized job sites, contributing to a safe working environment for all employees.
  • Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
  • Gathered and disposed of worksite debris to remove safety hazards.
  • Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
  • Assisted with basic carpentry work such as installing wood floors, building decks, Installing windows, Installing cabinetry & hardware.
  • Operate Skid Loaders, Tractors , Etc

Education

High School Diploma -

Chesapeake College
Wye Mills, MD
06.2016

Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice

The Community College of Baltimore County
Catonsville, MD

Skills

  • Leadership and team building
  • Problem resolution
  • Operations management
  • Efficient multi-tasker
  • Training and coaching
  • Staff management
  • Customer relations
  • Training and development
  • Relationship building
  • Inventory control
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Client relations
  • Project management
  • Quality management
  • Sales expertise

Interests

  • Cooking
  • I like working with my hands and fixing things
  • Swimming
  • Being near the water
  • Gym Workouts
  • Boating
  • Fishing
  • Hunting
  • Crabbing
  • Spending time with family and friends
  • Spending time with my dogs
  • Playing Softball

Timeline

General Manager

Midshore Marble And Granite
02.2020 - 07.2025

Correctional Officer

Queen Anne's County Government
07.2017 - 02.2020

Truck Driver Service Tech

Pierson's Comfort Group
08.2015 - 07.2017

Shop Manager

That Granite Place
08.2014 - 08.2015

Truck Driver

Freedom Septic Service
02.2010 - 08.2014

General Laborer

Greg Thomas Construction
2017 - 2020

Construction Worker

Bonneville Construction
2007 - 2010

High School Diploma -

Chesapeake College

Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice

The Community College of Baltimore County