Michael Markham
Palm Springs,CA
Summary
I am a motivated and safety-focused professional with hands-on experience in home renovation and photo styling, transitioning into aviation with United Ground Express.
I bring strong physical labor skills, equipment handling awareness, and a proven track record of reliability, teamwork, and attention to detail. I do well in a fast-paced environment and follow procedures with precision. I would be committed to supporting United Ground Express's mission of safe, efficient, and dependable ground operations.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
Work History
Home Renovator / Property Flipper
Self Employed
Palm Springs & Northern California
1997 - Current
- Perform physically demanding tasks, including material handling, loading/unloading supplies, hauling debris, and operating tools and light equipment, with safety as a priority.
- Work efficiently in all weather conditions, managing time-sensitive tasks.
- Transport heavy materials such as appliances, lumber, flooring, and equipment.
- Coordinate with contractors and vendors to complete projects on tight schedules, ensuring strong communication and teamwork.
- Follow safety protocols when working with ladders, electrical systems, tools, and machinery.
- Staging properties involves assembling, lifting, and moving heavy furniture, rugs, and fixtures.
Photo Stylist
Michael Markham, Inc.
1985 - Current
- Maintain organized, hazard-free work environments while handling equipment, props, and set materials.
- Work collaboratively with photographers, art directors, and production crews, demonstrating dependable teamwork under time pressure.
- Adapt quickly to last-minute schedule changes and time-critical tasks, staying calm and solution-focused.
- Perform physical tasks such as moving equipment, staging sets, and lifting/carrying items safely and efficiently.
- Demonstrate strong attention to detail, which is valuable in ramp responsibilities and safety procedures.
Education
Associate of Arts - Design
Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale
Fort Lauderdale, Florida01-1982
High School Diploma -
Lumberton Senior High School
Lumberton, NC01-1979
Skills
- Team communication
- Heavy lifting and material handling
- Working in all weather conditions
- Time-critical operations
- Tool proficiency
- Detail-oriented and reliable
Additional Qualifications
- Ability to work early mornings, late nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Comfortable working around aircraft noise and jet equipment
- Quick learner with new systems and procedures
- Valid driver's license
- Open to rotating shifts, early and late schedules, holidays, and weekend work.
Timeline
Home Renovator / Property Flipper
Self Employed
1997 - Current
Photo Stylist
Michael Markham, Inc.
1985 - Current
Associate of Arts - Design
Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale
High School Diploma -
Lumberton Senior High School