Rick Smith
Fort Worth,TX.
Summary
I bring a lot of experience with me. Having been in the Building Trade all my life and am well versed in both residential and commercial construction. Upon graduating from High School in 1974 I followed the foot steps of my Father and Grand Father into the construction industry. I am well versed in most aspect of the industry. From knowledge of forms and concrete to framing and drywall to finish trim in environments such as Colonial Country Club. Have a good working knowledge of Master keying and the ability to work within most keying systems. Have very good troubleshooting abilities and am capable of making repairs in the field. I can install most doors and maintain most hardware from continuous hinges to exit devices and mortise lockset. Having spent the past 30 years in the Education system doing building maintenance which includes minor electrical and plumbing repairs. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
District Locksmith
Fort Worth I.S.D.
08.2014 - Current
- Maintained varied key systems that have been incorporated over years expansion
- Keep current records, pin cylinders from different campuses bitting list and expand when need arises
- Install appropriate door hardware and maintain district standards for hardware.
- Used devices to open door locks without keys.
- Used key cutting machines to duplicate or cut new keys.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in team environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
University Locksmith
University of Dallas
01.2011 - 08.2014
- Maintain 6 pin key system
- Organized lock shop
- Developed nomenclature system for existing key system
- Installed PC based record system to maintain key inventory and serialize key issuing
- Re-keyed numerous buildings and departments to correct wrongly and made-up keys outside of standard bitting list
- Maintain all door openings including all card access hardware
- Replaced doors and hardware as needed.
- Used key cutting machines to duplicate or cut new keys.
- Used devices to open door locks without keys.
- Installed new door hardware such as locks, plates and closers
District Locksmith
Grapevine/Colleyville I.S.D
08.2007 - 08.2011
- Maintained school district lock shop, including pinning of cores both I/C and conventional, cutting, issuing, tracking of keys
- Reconciled keying information from past employees that occupied this position
- Transferred key records to key management computer program
- Made repairs on doors and hardware as needed
- Replaced numerous doors and installed correct hardware as needed for opening.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines
University Locksmith
Texas Christian University
08.2005 - 07.2007
- Maintained 7 pins patented high security keying system
- Used key cutting machines to duplicate or cut new keys.
- Used devices to open door locks without keys.
- Included, but not limited to, pinning new cores, cutting and issuing keys, as well as keeping both paper copies and report on computer
- Performed preventive maintenance on exterior door openings
- Installed new hardware as needed.
District Locksmith
White Settlement I.S.D White
09.1993 - 07.2005
- Maintained all Key files and Records for District
- Cut and issued all keys to District Personnel
- Pinned cylinders from bitting list that was maintained on-site
- Installed all in-house doors, jambs, and appropriate hardware
- Maintained all openings
- Co-wrote Standard Hardware Specifications for W.S.I.S.D for all current and future building projects.
- Used key cutting machines to duplicate or cut new keys.
District Carpenter
White Settlement ISD
09.1993 - 06.1995
- Did all material take-offs and ordering for all District in-house building projects
- Installed and maintained all decks and ADA accessible ramps to all portable buildings
- In charge of all Districts in-house building projects, including demolition, building of new partitions, finishing said partitions, installing new suspended ceilings.
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Measured materials to determine sizes and quantity required for construction project.
Carpenter Foreman
Muckleroy/DeMoss Construction Co.
08.1992 - 09.1993
- Addition/Renovation to Brewer H.S.
- Oversaw during this time frame an addition at Bureau of Printing and Engraving
- Inspected work performed by carpentry crews to check completion of job specifications.
- Addressed employee issues and conflicts, applying listening and communication skills to promote quick resolution.
Education
High School Diploma -
Eastern Hills High School
Fort Worth, TX06.1974
Skills
- Inspect Job Sites
- Maintaining Clean Work Areas
- Project Performance Management
- Time Management
Timeline
District Locksmith
Fort Worth I.S.D.
08.2014 - Current
University Locksmith
University of Dallas
01.2011 - 08.2014
District Locksmith
Grapevine/Colleyville I.S.D
08.2007 - 08.2011
University Locksmith
Texas Christian University
08.2005 - 07.2007
District Locksmith
White Settlement I.S.D White
09.1993 - 07.2005
District Carpenter
White Settlement ISD
09.1993 - 06.1995
Carpenter Foreman
Muckleroy/DeMoss Construction Co.
08.1992 - 09.1993
High School Diploma -
Eastern Hills High School
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