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Matthew Harrison

Matthew Harrison

Raleigh,NC

Summary

Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner

NC Playscape, LLC
01.2021 - 12.2022
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Reconciled daily sales, returns and financial reports in QuickBooks.
  • Installed commercial playground equipment and site amenities.

Low Voltage Technician

Lifestyle Technologies
05.2000 - 02.2002
  • Identified problematic components and wiring issues and applied troubleshooting techniques.
  • Installed and serviced various security, fire alarm and closed circuit TV systems for both residential and business clientele.
  • Mounted panels for motion detectors, keypads and controls.
  • Worked according to applicable fire and electrical codes for customer safety.
  • Demonstrated system use, maintenance and care to customers.
  • Installed low voltage lighting, home theater, phone and cable, rough in and trim out.

Foreman

NC Playscape Construction, Inc.
03.2002 - 12.2020
  • Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
  • Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
  • Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
  • Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
  • Verified completed projects met approved time, quality and cost estimates.
  • Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
  • Maintained zero site accidents and lost work days for 18 years.
  • Evaluated incoming materials for quality and amounts ordered.
  • Installed commercial playground equipment.
  • Performed safety inspections on commercial playgrounds.

Low Voltage Technician

Gray Inc.
08.1998 - 04.2000
  • Installed low voltage lighting, security systems, home theater, phone and cable, rough in and trim out.

Fence Installer

Harry’s Fence Company
08.1996 - 09.1998
  • Installed metal and wooden fences and privacy borders.
  • Used hand tools and instruments to take measurements.
  • Conducted site inspections to determine project costs and required installation materials.
  • Dug holes and trenches to position fences correctly.
  • Joined, raised and secured fence segments in place.
  • Inspected fences for gaps and vulnerabilities, making necessary adjustments.
  • Filled post holes with concrete to maintain proper stability and longevity of fencing installations.
  • Attached rails or tension wire along bottoms of posts to form fencing frames.
  • Set metal or wooden posts in upright positions in postholes.
  • Complied with safety and quality requirements to protect personnel, customers and property structures.
  • Used power-driven auger to hollow out postholes with efficiency and manual digging methods for less complex work.
  • Gathered location measurements and fence requirements to determine project scopes and establish action plans.
  • Contacted local officials to determine utility and water line locations prior to digging on any property.
  • Discussed fencing needs with customers and estimated and quoted prices.

Education

No Degree - Undesignated

North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC

No Degree - College Transfer

Wake Technical Community College
Raleigh, NC

Skills

  • Team Oversight
  • Design Coordination
  • Customer Relations
  • Staff Training
  • Project Management
  • Project Estimating
  • Bidding Process
  • Bathroom Remodeling
  • Interior Renovations
  • Remodels and New Construction
  • Small engine repair knowledge
  • Basic auto mechanic knowledge
  • Laminate flooring installation
  • Painting knowledge
  • Roofing knowledge
  • HVAC knowledge, rough in only
  • Electrical wiring knowledge, rough in and trim out
  • Framing knowledge
  • Insulation installation knowledge
  • 18 years of Bobcat experience, from grading to loading and unloading materials

Work Availability

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Quote

Age is a question of mind over matter. If you don’t mind, it doesn’t matter.
Satchel Paige

Timeline

Owner

NC Playscape, LLC
01.2021 - 12.2022

Foreman

NC Playscape Construction, Inc.
03.2002 - 12.2020

Low Voltage Technician

Lifestyle Technologies
05.2000 - 02.2002

Low Voltage Technician

Gray Inc.
08.1998 - 04.2000

Fence Installer

Harry’s Fence Company
08.1996 - 09.1998

No Degree - Undesignated

North Carolina State University

No Degree - College Transfer

Wake Technical Community College
Matthew Harrison