Nick Rethlake
Plymouth,IN
Summary
Seasoned general contractor with eight years of carpentry and contracting experience seeking to utilize knowledge and experience from both residential and commercial projects in a management role. Relevant strengths include being teamwork minded, easy-going, able to connect with others, a quick study, highly driven, and dedicated to quality.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
General Contractor
Rethlake Renovations LLC
Plymouth, IN
05.2018 - Current
- Hired and oversaw subcontractors to meet project needs.
- Established a reputation for delivering high-quality work consistently meeting or exceeding client expectations.
- Completed projects on time and within budget through meticulous scheduling and coordination of resources.
- Enhanced client satisfaction with exceptional attention to detail, clear communication, and consistent followthrough.
- Obtained construction permits and verified compliance with relevant regulations.
- Collaborated with architects, engineers, and clients to ensure seamless integration of design elements into construction projects.
- Reviewed contractor invoices, approving payments on acceptable work.
- Implemented strategies to reduce costs, improve productivity and reduce waste.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and positive referrals.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Hill Excavation
Mishawaka, IN
02.2018 - 04.2018
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements or unexpected obstacles encountered during the course of work assignments.
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs.
- Increased productivity by operating heavy machinery such as backhoes, bulldozers, and excavators for various construction projects.
Finish Carpenter
Fontenot Contracting
Newton, MA
08.2016 - 12.2017
- Used power tools and hand tools to install fixtures, floorings, trim and hardware, cutting materials to specified measurements.
- Achieved customer satisfaction through precise alignment of doors, windows, staircases, and built-in furniture installations.
- Improved overall aesthetic appeal of residential and commercial spaces through meticulous attention to detail in finish carpentry tasks.
- Increased project efficiency by effectively managing materials, tools, and resources needed for each job.
- Studied specifications in building plans to determine dimensions and materials required.
- Upheld high standards of craftsmanship by continually staying up-to-date with industry trends and techniques through professional development opportunities.
- Collaborated with other carpenters, journeymen and supervisors to complete projects.
- Followed strict adherence to safety protocols from job start to final clean up to prevent accidents and mishaps.
- Studied specifications in blueprints, sketches or building plan to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
- Boosted property values for clients through high-quality woodworking craftsmanship in both new constructions and remodels.
Punch Press Operator
Lycro Products
Wakarusa, IN
04.2014 - 08.2016
- Consistently met tight deadlines, coordinating with team members to ensure timely completion of orders.
- Enhanced workplace safety, adhering to company guidelines and OSHA regulations during daily operations.
- Optimized material usage, accurately measuring raw materials before processing through the punch press machine.
- Streamlined workflow processes by assisting in the setup and adjustment of punch press machines as needed.
Education
Associate Of Business Administration -
Bethel University
Mishawaka, IN05.2012
Skills
- Blueprint reading
- Carpentry
- Construction site management
- Quality control
- Scheduling and planning
- Effective written and verbal communication
- Schedule management
- Waste management
- Heavy equipment operation
- Subcontractor management
- Codes compliance
- Permitting
Timeline
General Contractor
Rethlake Renovations LLC
05.2018 - Current
Heavy Equipment Operator
Hill Excavation
02.2018 - 04.2018
Finish Carpenter
Fontenot Contracting
08.2016 - 12.2017
Punch Press Operator
Lycro Products
04.2014 - 08.2016
Associate Of Business Administration -
Bethel University