Richard Gauthier
Sarasota,FL
Summary
Highly qualified individual seeking a position with a company that offers the opportunity to leverage extensive experience and utilize existing skills. Committed to maximizing results and contributing to the overall success of the organization. Adept at adapting to new challenges and collaborating effectively with diverse teams. Excited to contribute expertise and drive growth in a dynamic and innovative environment.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Company Owner
West Coast Pipeline
Sarasota, FL
05.2020 - Current
- Managed Number employees by supervising daily tasks.
- Supported company goals through careful reinvestment of profits.
- Aligned branding initiatives and sales strategies with client goals.
- Motivated employees to consistently improve performance through company-wide incentive plans.
- Developed long-term relationships with key clients, vendors and service providers.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors and service providers to secure favorable terms of service.
- Oversaw daily business operations and financial decisions to drive profitability and growth.
- Built loyal account base and long-term business relationships with accounts.
- Resolved customer service issues with timely and professional resolutions.
- Hired, trained and managed staff to cultivate productive and efficient workforce.
Lead Technician of CIPP Lining - CCTV Camera
Specialized Pipe Technologies
06.2018 - Current
- Knowledge of various commercial blueprints, ran multiple crews on commercial jobs
- Ability to speak with contractors and homeowners on all aspects and concerns
- Sales experience on upselling CIPP Lining
Commercial and residential service plumbing
Greater Bay Plumbing
05.2017 - 06.2018
- Commercial jetting and camera services
- Complete residential remodels and trim out
Ground rough commercial plumbing expertise
Ryan’s Plumbing LLC
03.2015 - 05.2017
- Execute plumbing systems as per the required plan of work
- Measure, cut, thread, assemble, and install pipes and tubing
- Ensure proper care in the use and maintenance of equipment and supplies, while promoting workplace safety
Service Plumber
DRH Plumbing
01.2014 - 03.2015
- Utilizing excellent customer service skills
- Used knowledge of various plumbing fixtures to upsell, increasing job profitability
- Operated a multiply variety of sewage machinery
- Install, test, and repair all sizes of backflow prevention devices
- Obtained and used all own hand and power tools
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Old Salty Dog (City Island)
04.2006 - 06.2012
- Prepared and executed a variety of cuisines catered to the specific needs of the client in a high volume setting
- Responsible for physical inventories, controlling cost of goods, proper storage, and rotation
- Executed and oversaw ala carte production, prepared daily specials, soups, and sauces
- Directly oversaw culinary department in the absence of executive chef
- Responsibilities included daily purchasing, receiving of goods quality, and organization of products intended for catered events
Education
Bachelor Of Business - Business Management
State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota
Bradenton, FLTRECO Backflow Prevention Certification -
University of Florida
06.2014
PHCC Plumbing Apprenticeship - Master Plumber
SCTI
Sarasota, FL06.2013
High school Diploma -
Sarasota Military Academy
06.2008
Skills
- Business Growth
- Recruiting and training
- Policy and procedure implementation
- Business Forecasting
- Inventory Control
- Staffing
- Personnel Management
- Budget Development
- Marketing
- Strategic Planning
- Customer Relations
- Business Development
- Business Planning
- Operations Management
Timeline
Company Owner
West Coast Pipeline
05.2020 - Current
Lead Technician of CIPP Lining - CCTV Camera
Specialized Pipe Technologies
06.2018 - Current
Commercial and residential service plumbing
Greater Bay Plumbing
05.2017 - 06.2018
Ground rough commercial plumbing expertise
Ryan’s Plumbing LLC
03.2015 - 05.2017
Service Plumber
DRH Plumbing
01.2014 - 03.2015
Assistant Kitchen Manager
Old Salty Dog (City Island)
04.2006 - 06.2012
Bachelor Of Business - Business Management
State College of Florida, Manatee-Sarasota
TRECO Backflow Prevention Certification -
University of Florida
PHCC Plumbing Apprenticeship - Master Plumber
SCTI
High school Diploma -
Sarasota Military Academy