Preston Martin
San Diego,California
Summary
Highly motivated professional with 10 years of experience in the restoration industry. Seeking to work with a team of experienced and motivated individuals. Excels in fast pace, high stress situations, comfortable working independently or as a collaborative team member. Highly Knowledgeable in every role needed in a restoration from technician level to executive functions. Applies business acumen and experience while exercising decisive analytical judgment to meet and exceed organizational goals.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Manager
American Technologies Inc.
04.2023 - Current
- Promoted a safe work environment and enforced company safety while serving as the branch Safety Ambassador
- Served as Project Manager for over 400 mitigation projects with a gross revenue of over $4 million.
- Oversaw large loss projects up to $800,000 in gross revenue.
- Created and managed daily project schedule for the Mitigation and Contents divisions.
- Managed client communication throughout the entirety of the project life cycle.
- Participated in monthly improvement meetings while serving on the branch leadership team.
- Managed warehouse improvements, equipment inventory, and vehicle fleet.
Owner
Abbotts Fire & Flood San Diego
09.2021 - 02.2023
- Redeveloped business from ground up and enhanced operational performance by developing effective business strategies, systems and procedures.
- Managed operations budgeting, accounts payable/receivable.
- Coordinated with SEO and Ad-words teams to develop company website pages, online advertisements, and Google rankings.
- Developed and implemented successful sales and advertising strategies to meet business goals.
- Managed suppliers/vendors and conducted research for future purchases.
- Kept up-to-date on regulatory and state changes affecting business operations.
- Conducted market research activities and competitive analysis to facilitate implementation of aggressive company marketing strategy.
Project Manager - Administration
Abbotts Fire And Flood Restoration San Diego
04.2019 - 08.2021
- Provided detailed project status updates, and expected timeline to customers and management.
- Oversaw hiring, initiating new training and scheduled processes to streamline new employee integration.
- Met with customers to asses loss damages, coordinate work schedule, and cover cost and insurance use.
- Managed large loss fire and water loss projects to determine project needs, remediation efforts, and employee and customer interactions.
- Created Xactimate estimates for water, mold, fire, and reconstruction projects.
- Negotiated with customers and insurance adjusters to settle claims.
- Supervised performance of field technicians with goals of improving safety, efficiency and cost savings.
Lead Technician
Abbotts Fire And Flood Restoration San Diego
02.2016 - 03.2019
- Responded to incoming leads during and after normal business hours.
- Prepared and organized trucks and tools for before after projects.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Devised and implemented safety programs, encouraging team members to take time to analyze situations and determine best course of action..
- Operated heavy machinery including Box Trucks,Trailers, Desiccants, and Generator's.
- Took loss documentation, dry logs, and inventory checks on a daily basis.
Water Technician
Abbotts Fire & Flood Denver
02.2015 - 01.2016
- Performed remediation of water, bio, fire, odor, and mold projects.
- Assisted assigned lead technician in performing job duties.
- Worked in the shop assisting with inventory checks, cleaning duty's, and equipment service and disassembly.
Education
Some College - Business Administration And Management
San Diego Mesa College
San Diego, CAHigh School Diploma -
Denver Academy
ColoradoSkills
- Business Leadership
- Whatever It Takes Mindset
- Problem Anticipation and Resolution
- Sales
- Quick Learner
- Marketing Tactics
- Health and safety compliance
- Remediation Protocols
- Operational Efficiency
- Xactimate
- Cost Reduction
- Project Leadership
Certification
IICRC FSRT
IICRC WRT
IICRC OCT
IICRC CCT
OSHA 30
CA Contractors License D61/D64
Xactimate 2
Part 107 Commercial Drone Operator
Accomplishments
Restoration & Remediation Magazine Ladder Award 2022
Timeline
Operations Manager
American Technologies Inc.
04.2023 - Current
Owner
Abbotts Fire & Flood San Diego
09.2021 - 02.2023
Project Manager - Administration
Abbotts Fire And Flood Restoration San Diego
04.2019 - 08.2021
Lead Technician
Abbotts Fire And Flood Restoration San Diego
02.2016 - 03.2019
Water Technician
Abbotts Fire & Flood Denver
02.2015 - 01.2016
Some College - Business Administration And Management
San Diego Mesa College
High School Diploma -
Denver Academy
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