Michael Verdeschi
Georgetown,TX
Summary
Tile Installer and skilled tradesman specializes in kitchen, bath and home additions. Employs proper judgment and decision-making to consider relative costs and benefits of potential actions. Shows up on time, ready to work and stands behind final product.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Tile Installer
Self Employed
Somers, NY
06.2009 - 01.2022
- Leveraged power saws or tile cutters to cut materials to specified sizes for installation.
- Sealed joints with mortar or cement to achieve design looks and promote longevity.
- Prepared for new installations and repair work by removing original materials and debris.
- Used power wet saws and tile cutters to cut tiles to specifications for projects.
- Inspected tiled areas to evaluate repairs needed and submit labor, material and supply estimates.
- Determined and implemented best layout to achieve desired pattern.
- Placed marble and tiles into place using spacers to achieve proper spacing for grout application.
- Reviewed blueprints and specifications to determine labor and materials that would be required to complete tiling project.
- Completed accurate, well-aligned and straight work according to job specifications.
- Operated machines to mix mortar, thinset and grout according to standard formulas.
- Leveled surfaces using plywood and mortar prior to laying marble and tile.
- Pickup/Delivery of materials necessary to complete jobs.
- Safe Demolition of Bathrooms before reinstallation of tile and stone.
- Time management and leading a crew up to 4.
- Managing Sub contractors plumbers/electrician's working alongside until desired completion.
- Walk throughs with homeowners/contractors/builders for absolute customer satisfaction.
- Sealing/Maintenance of Grout and stones for cleanliness and proper color.
- Protection of all homes/work environments during all phases of job with prober drop clothes and dust containment.
Locksmith Technician
Eric Zohar
Somers, NY
09.2006 - 06.2009
- Installed new door hardware such as locks, plates and closers
- Installed and Repaired Garage doors/openers
- Repaired panic hardware and alarm detection connections on doors.
- Used devices to open door locks without keys.
- Used key cutting machines to duplicate or cut new keys.
- Gave accurate quotes prior to starting projects, breaking down amounts into detailed line items.
- Managed inventory worth of locks and repair supplies.
- Communicated with customer about specific security needs, adapting plans to meet needs and budget constraints.
- Received and processed stock into inventory management system.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Somers High School
Somers, NY06.2009
Trade School Certificate - Masonry
BOCES
Yorktown Heights, NY06.2009
Skills
- Floor and wall projects
- Hand tools
- Surface cleaning
- Tile cutting
- Grout application
- Commercial and residential assignments
- Tile installation
- Safety Procedures
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Team building
- Attention to Detail
- Dependable and Responsible
- Critical Thinking
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Hardworking
Timeline
Lead Tile Installer
Self Employed
06.2009 - 01.2022
Locksmith Technician
Eric Zohar
09.2006 - 06.2009
High School Diploma -
Somers High School
Trade School Certificate - Masonry
BOCES