Richard Grasa
New Preston,CT
Summary
Mechanically inclined and at my best when being creative and working with my hands. Experienced in many things that require great attention to detail and manual dexterity. Shows up on time every day and doesn't watch the clock. Customers seem to enjoy working with me.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Furniture Restoration Artisan
Oakley Restoration And Finishing
New Milford , CT
2019.02 - Current
- Evaluate and advise customer of furniture repair and refinishing options.
- Strip existing finish and prep for new finish
- Repair damage of all types including structural and cosmetic using various hand and power tools including chisels, carving tools, router, planer, jointer, table saw, etc.
- All aspects of the refinishing process including staining, glazing, toning, color matching, spraying or hand applying finish
- Knowledge of various time periods of furniture in order to apply the correct repair and refinishing techniques for each particular piece of furniture
- Pickup and delivery, customer service
Owner
Self Employed Auto Detailer
New Milford , CT
2007.01 - 2018.12
- Day to day operations of a high end mobile detailing business
- Specialized in paint correction and ceramic coating installations. Was the first authorized Opti-Coat Pro ceramic coating installer in CT.
- Performed all aspects of auto detailing including washing, claying, polishing, vacuuming, shampooing
- Authorized installer for multiple ceramic coating manufacturers
- Managed and trained employees
- IDA Certified and attended many continuing education courses/trainings
- Marketing on social media and other forms of advertising
Relocation Accounting Analyst
Cartus
Danbury , CT
1999.03 - 2006.12
- Audited employee expense reports to various company policies
- Paid 3rd party invoices
- Bank reconciliations
- Customer service by phone
- Worked with other departments as needed to ensure smooth experience for customers
- Assist with year end closeouts
Education
Computer And Networking Technology
Porter And Chester Institute - Watertown
Oakville, CTSkills
- Critical Thinking
- Mechanically Inclined
- Customer Service
- Clear Communication
- Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Decision Making
- Manual Dexterity
- Mechanical Repair
Timeline
Furniture Restoration Artisan
Oakley Restoration And Finishing
2019.02 - Current
Owner
Self Employed Auto Detailer
2007.01 - 2018.12
Relocation Accounting Analyst
Cartus
1999.03 - 2006.12
Computer And Networking Technology
Porter And Chester Institute - Watertown
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