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Omar McDonald

Self-employeed
Irvington,USA
1
Language
17
years of professional experience

Enthusiastic and highly motivated with proven leadership skills, who likes to take initiative and seek out new challenges. Proficient in a range of manual skills including painting, plumbing and construction. Passionate about working with hands and enhancing skills.

Work History

Self Employed/Operator

2 Months
Self-employeed | 06.2026 - Current

Provided residential repair and maintenance services to homeowners and property managers, ensuring safe and functional living environments.

Completed interior and exterior painting projects with

attention to detail and quality.

Installed and repaired ceramic tile, flooring, and grout.

Mixed and poured concrete for walkways, decks, and repair projects.

Handled general home repairs, including drywall patching, caulking, fixture installation, and basic carpentry.

Communicated with clients to provide estimates, schedule jobs, and ensure customer satisfaction.

Managed purchasing materials, invoicing, and maintaining tools and equipment.

  • Demonstrated versatility by successfully tackling a wide range of tasks, from plumbing and electrical work to carpentry and general home repairs, showcasing adaptability and expertise within the field.
  • Performed basic electrical work and plumbing repairs such as installing new toilets, removing electrical wires, unclogging drains, and maintaining gutters.

Cargo Warehouse Agent

3 Years 2 Months
Swissport International | 04.2018 - 06.2021
  • Assisted workers in completing tasks requested by Warehouse Manager/Supervisor in a high volume facility. Transported PMC containers to warehouse using tug, while picking, packing, and shipping inventory. Received, processed, and performed inventory for audits to maintain accurate stock levels. Kept a clean and safe working environment.

Package Handler

4 Months
FedEx | 11.2018 - 03.2019
  • Seasonal) Lifted and slid packages onto conveyor for delivery, loading them onto truck to facilitate timely dispatch. Labeled, scanned, and weighed packages while unloading and sorting incoming shipments for efficient processing. Collaborated with team members to organize loads efficiently. Maintained clean and safe working environment to comply with safety standards and promote team well-being.

Building Maintenance Worker

1 Year 5 Months
The Brookside Apartments | 03.2017 - 08.2018
  • Maintenance Repaired and maintained household appliances and building equipment. Tiled and repaired tile flooring and shower walls. Painted apartments and lobby. Cleaned and buffed lobby and hallway flooring. Fixed all plumbing issues, including leaks and burst pipes. Maintained supplies for routine maintenance.
  • Trained junior staff on equipment usage and maintenance best practices to enhance team efficiency.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization throughout common areas and facilities, promoting a positive living environment for tenants.
  • Handled minor landscaping tasks such as lawn care or snow removal when required to maintain an attractive property appearance.

Retail Sales Associate

2 Years
AutoZone | 02.2015 - 02.2017
  • Trained new employees on company policies and loss prevention procedures, ensuring compliance and reducing potential risks. Offset personnel count in other stores as a floater. Assisted customers in diagnosing automobile problems and recommending appropriate solutions, enhancing customer satisfaction. Assessed needs of the customer and helped locate merchandise or suitable alternatives. Organized and kept track of inventory in warehouse. Maintained up-to-date product knowledge and current promotions, enabling tailored recommendations that enriched customer shopping experience. Upheld proper store appearance and merchandising standards.
  • Assisted customers with product selection, enhancing overall shopping experience.
  • Maintained organized inventory, ensuring accurate stock levels and efficient restocking procedures.
  • Processed transactions using point-of-sale systems, ensuring swift and accurate checkouts.

Electric Meter Installer

5 Years 4 Months
Jamaica Public Service | 03.2009 - 07.2014
  • Installed and tested electric meters at new construction sites, ensuring compliance with safety standards. Completed removal of meters and wiring at sites slated for demolition. Inspected equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects. Changed out old meters and replaced with digital meter equipment. Communicated with customers explaining the care and safety information about the meter. Accurately collected customer data and documented installations.
  • Conducted thorough inspections and tests on electric meters to ensure compliance with industry standards.

Education

Diploma - General Studies

Spalding High School | Jamaica, W.I.

Skills

Plumbing
Painting/Drywalling
Valid driver's license
Hand tools and power tools
Equipment Operation
Hand and Power Tools
Heavy Equipment
Job scheduling
Client relationship management
Collaborative team member
Team Player
Attention to details

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Self Employed/Operator

Self-employeed
06.2026 - CurrentRead More

Package Handler

FedEx
11.2018 - 03.2019Read More

Cargo Warehouse Agent

Swissport International
04.2018 - 06.2021Read More

Building Maintenance Worker

The Brookside Apartments
03.2017 - 08.2018Read More

Retail Sales Associate

AutoZone
02.2015 - 02.2017Read More

Electric Meter Installer

Jamaica Public Service
03.2009 - 07.2014Read More

Spalding High School

Diploma from General Studies
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Omar McDonald