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Matthew Medley

Grand Coulee,WA

Summary

Reliable laborer ready for challenging work in outdoor environments. Works great in any weather and always shows up on time. Offers skills in landscaping and building basic outdoor features to meet clients' needs. Skilled professional with attention to detail and background in landscaping. Works great with team members to complete new plantings and care for existing growth. Specializes in property work. Highly motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Can use many different tools, such as a tape measure, hammer, screwdriver, utility knife, table saw, chop saw, drill, lawn mower, leaf blower, weed eater, rake, shovel, pickaxe, axe, splitting maul, sledgehammer, ratchet, wrench, dolly, broom, vacuum cleaner, snow blower, and chain saw. Skilled in laying various types of flooring including carpet, wood, and hard tiles. Have experience in preparing surfaces, cutting materials to size, and ensuring smooth installation for optimal durability and appearance. Possess strengths in precision, time management, and ability to follow complex instructions. Contributed to enhancing floor functionality and aesthetics in previous projects, ensuring customer satisfaction through diligent workmanship.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Flooring Installer

C & J Flooring
Grand Coulee
03.2020 - Current
  • Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
  • Followed safety protocols while operating power tools or hazardous materials.
  • Resolved customer complaints related to flooring installations promptly.
  • Checked finished installations for accuracy and quality assurance purposes.
  • Cut flooring material to fit around obstructions using hand tools, dies and special equipment.
  • Prepared base surfaces by removing debris, correcting imperfections and applying treatments.
  • Followed up regularly with clients after completion of projects in order to ensure satisfaction with results.
  • Formed smooth flooring foundations by installing plywood or Masonite over support structures.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading trucks with supplies needed for job sites.
  • Applied adhesives to subfloors prior to laying down new flooring material.
  • Maintained clean work areas throughout project duration.
  • Measured and cut flooring materials to fit the dimensions of each room.
  • Installed carpet, tile, laminate, and hardwood flooring in residential and commercial settings.
  • Evaluated work areas before planning flooring layout for different projects.
  • Performed minor repairs to existing floors before installation process began.
  • Ensured proper alignment of boards during installation process.
  • Used various chemicals and tools to repair damaged items.
  • Applied waterproofing compounds and filled cracks with materials such as plaster, putty or grouting.
  • Prepared surfaces for installation by cleaning and leveling them.
  • Created custom cuts for around pipes or other objects in the room.
  • Removed old flooring materials such as carpets or tiles when necessary.
  • Worked with a variety of tools including saws, hammers, drills, screwdrivers.
  • Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
  • Managed time effectively to ensure tasks were completed on schedule and deadlines were met.

Lawn Maintenance Laborer

Green Pro Lawn Care
Spokane , WA
04.2011 - 11.2013
  • Hauled materials such as soil, mulch, sand, and gravel when necessary.
  • Pruned and trimmed trees and shrubs with shears and pruning saws.
  • Followed landscaping designs to determine placement of sod, flowers or foliage.
  • Trimmed flowers and cleaned flower beds.
  • Operated riding mowers to cover large areas more quickly than with push mowers.
  • Troubleshot mechanical issues and completed basic repairs to keep equipment working at peak levels.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas, tools, and equipment.
  • Trimmed or edged around flower beds, walks, or walls.
  • Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris, and snow to reduce hazards.
  • Followed planned landscaping designs to lay sod, seed grass or plant flowers and foliage.
  • Assisted with the installation of landscape features such as retaining walls and walkways.
  • Shoveled snow and spread salt on walkways and parking lots.
  • Trimmed shrubbery and trees to help plants produce more flowers and fruit to benefit wildlife.
  • Winterized irrigation systems and restarted systems in spring.
  • Applied fertilizer using spreader equipment for greener grass.
  • Repaired or replaced broken sprinkler heads, valves, and other components as needed.
  • Mowed and edged grass to trim lawn and removed cut grass using gas-powered leaf blower.
  • Cut and trimmed lawns using power mowers and edgers.
  • Maintained equipment and notified supervisors of needed repairs.
  • Pruned and trimmed trees and hedges with shears, pruners, or chain saws.
  • Used hand tools to break up clumps of dirt, transplant seedlings and mix in fertilizers.

Mechanic

MPH Auto & Marine
Grand Coulee, WA
01.2008 - 03.2011
  • Assisted fellow mechanics when necessary during complex repairs.
  • Repaired or replaced worn parts such as brake pads and wheel bearings using hand tools and power tools.
  • Completed standard inspections to assess wear and damage to vehicles.
  • Checked vehicle mileage and determined necessary belts, fluids flushing or gasket replacements.
  • Reviewed brakes and assessed whether pads needed replacement, discs should be turned or other service requirements.
  • Performed maintenance inspections, tune-ups, oil changes and other key services.
  • Identified additional needed repairs by conducting visual inspections of the vehicle's interior and exterior.
  • Conducted test drives before and after repair services.
  • Diagnosed mechanical problems on a wide variety of vehicles using specialized tools and equipment.
  • Organized tools and supplies neatly within the workspace for easy access during maintenance tasks.
  • Installed new or rebuilt engines into vehicles following manufacturer's instructions for installation procedures.
  • Ensured safety protocols were followed while working on vehicles.

Fish Processor

All Star Staffing LLC
Kelso , WA
01.2007 - 01.2007
  • Graded, weighed and measured fish products to ensure quality control.
  • Inspected incoming shipments for quality control purposes.

  • Placed raw materials on conveyor belt for processing.
  • Followed safety protocols while handling sharp tools or knives during the filleting process.
  • Packed products into boxes, baskets, crates, cans, and totes.
  • Trimmed, filleted, scraped, and cleaned seafood.

Education

GED -

Lower Columbia College
Longview, WA
06-2005

Skills

  • Flooring installation
  • Material cutting
  • Surface preparation
  • Quality assurance
  • Adhesive application
  • Power tool operation
  • Time management
  • Safety compliance
  • Cleaning techniques
  • Team collaboration
  • Equipment operation
  • Problem solving
  • Groundskeeping
  • Sweeping and mopping
  • Floor maintenance
  • Safety protocols
  • Work organization
  • Exterior cleaning
  • Sanitization techniques
  • Tool maintenance
  • Basic repairs
  • Visual inspection
  • Attention to detail
  • Work area cleanliness
  • Outdoor power tools proficiency
  • Power tools operations
  • Hand and power tools safety
  • Tool operation

Skills

Problem Solving, Property Maintenance, Auto Mechanics, Plumbing, Equipment Maintenance, Customer Service

References

  • Chuck Azure, Taylor Enterprises (509-634-9915)
  • Kyle Bryant, Washington State Park Service (509-680-8013)
  • Kenny Burda Les Schwab Tire (509-631-0665)

Timeline

Flooring Installer

C & J Flooring
03.2020 - Current

Lawn Maintenance Laborer

Green Pro Lawn Care
04.2011 - 11.2013

Mechanic

MPH Auto & Marine
01.2008 - 03.2011

Fish Processor

All Star Staffing LLC
01.2007 - 01.2007

GED -

Lower Columbia College

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