Roger Gagnon
Midlothian ,VA
Summary
Hardworking Drywall, Finisher, Metal Stud Mechanic and Skilled Handyman bringing 30+ years of experience performing diverse maintenance and repair duties. Dedicated to maintaining optimal equipment functionality by managing routine and complex equipment and facility matters. Strong knowledge of hand and power tool operation and safety measures. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
General Handyman
Home Advisors
- Conferred with contracted workers about needs and provided expertise in Type jobs and tool use.
- Built and repaired decks, fences and sheds to improve overall appearance of homes.
- Completed repair projects on time and under budget, resulting in significant increase in new client referrals.
- Kept tool, material, and equipment inventory updated.
- Positively engaged with customers and maintained professional appearance as company representative.
- Optimized work readiness with effective gathering of parts and supplies in alignment with specifications.
- Executed tasks within time and budget constraints.
- Responded to maintenance requests in Type property with great speed and efficiency.
- Re-caulked and sealed windows doors and siding to prevent drafts and air leaks and minimize energy costs.
- Wrote and revised maintenance procedures.
- Managed available parts, tools, and materials inventory to maintain prompt response capability.
- Reported issues to property manager so effective resolutions could be put into place.
- Removed and repaired carpet and wood flooring.
- Prepared for new painting by removing previous materials with seam-cleaning, sandblasting, scraping, and sanding.
- Installed cabinets and shelving units in homes and offices to provide additional space and organization.
- Continuously adhered to strict regulations as well as detailed instructions, guidelines and specifications.
- Safely and effectively handled wide range of cleaning products and solutions.
Foreman/Drywall Mechanic
ACS
- Cut and hung drywall on walls and ceilings, taping and finishing joints and corners.
- Achieved precise installation requirements by cutting and fitting drywall to accommodate corners and edges.
- Finished and trimmed drywall with professional-level quality.
- Screwed metal and wooden studs into frames.
Drywall Mechanic
Ocean Drywall
01.2017 - 02.2018
- Prepared materials and set up equipment and supplies to support seamless drywall installation.
- Applied skills in taping, sanding and finishing drywall to meet project specifications.
- Used diverse variety of tools and equipment for safe installation of drywall.
- Promoted use of proper PPE and safety equipment to safeguard teams and equipment.
- Cut and hung drywall on walls and ceilings, taping and finishing joints and corners.
- Applied sealing compound over cracks, holes, and nail heads using trowels, broad-knives or spatulas.
- Inspected surfaces to evaluate quality and applied extra attention to fill in holes and rectify errors.
- Completed installation of drywall sheets on commercial and residential properties.
- Achieved accurate installations using proper measurements and allocations of drywall material.
- Removed and replaced damaged drywall to complete repair and restoration projects.
- Cut and installed decorative framing and trim.
- Measured and marked cutting lines on drywall for lengths, heights and penetrations.
Forman
Harris Drywall
01.2010 - 02.2015
- Evaluated and updated safety protocols to reduce risks on construction and extraction sites.
- Verified completed projects met approved time, quality, and cost estimates.
- Monitored job progress and performance of employees or contractors to complete projects prior to deadlines.
- Documented construction and extraction workers' hours, wages and other pertinent information.
- Reworked positions and workflow based on individual abilities and production targets.
- Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
- Provided feedback to workers on job performance and safety procedures.
- Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
- Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
- Created and implemented plans to maximize efficiency of workers.
- Addressed issues with employees and customers to manage healthy conflict resolutions.
- Administered disciplinary actions to workers violating safety regulations and company policies.
- Supported construction and extraction workers to facilitate timely completion of projects.
- Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
- Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands.
- Assisted in recruiting and hiring new construction and extraction workers.
- Sourced suppliers and purchased necessary materials for work.
- Evaluated incoming materials for quality and amounts ordered.
- Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
- Developed and implemented new procedures to increase productivity and constructiveness.
Sub-Contractor
Gagnon Drywall
01.2000 - 02.2010
- Researched and identified innovative solutions to acquire resources and meet customer needs.
- Negotiated fees and contracts to reach mutually beneficial agreements with clients.
- Kept site work safe and in line with budget, schedule, and applicable building codes.
- Developed and maintained user documentation to establish product understanding.
- Designed and implemented new features and enhancements to improve existing applications.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Analyzed user feedback to gather input and identify areas required for improvement.
- Delivered outstanding service to customers to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
- Implemented changes requested by designers, owners, or inspectors to conform to specifications or updated demands.
- Collaborated with clients to define project requirements and deliverables.
- Performed regular inspections of job sites to verify staff and subcontractor observance of important safety protocols.
- Hired and oversaw subcontractors to meet project needs.
- Trained new team members to apply best coding best practices and proper use of development tools.
Sub-Contractor
Ross Drywall
01.1996 - 01.2000
- Researched and identified innovative solutions to acquire resources and meet customer needs.
- Negotiated fees and contracts to reach mutually beneficial agreements with clients.
- Kept site work safe and in line with budget, schedule, and applicable building codes.
- Developed and maintained user documentation to establish product understanding.
Drywall Hanger, Finisher, and Metal Stud Installer
Wilton
09.1994 - 02.1996
- Measured and marked cutting lines on drywall for lengths, heights and penetrations.
- Prepared surfaces for coating applications.
- Continually sought to reduce costs, accelerate throughput time, minimize work in process and improve quality.
- Prepared work area, tools and equipment for job site.
- Applied sealing compound over cracks, holes, and nail heads using trowels, broad-knives or spatulas.
- Received consistent excellent feedback on work quality and customer service.
- Repaired damaged items using different chemicals and tools.
- Reviewed all project documentation and blueprints to prioritize and schedule job tasks.
- Provided guidance, assistance and training to employees when needed.
- Completed installation of drywall sheets on commercial and residential properties.
- Finished and trimmed drywall with professional-level quality.
- Inspected surfaces to evaluate quality and applied extra attention to fill in holes and rectify errors.
- Applied tape to seal joints by embedding into sealing compound.
- Scribed cutting lines on drywall and breaks board along cut lines.
Drywall Installer
Gagnon & Son Drywall
06.1988 - 09.1993
- Prepared work area, tools and equipment for job site.
- Measured and marked cutting lines on drywall for lengths, heights and penetrations.
- Completed installation of drywall sheets on commercial and residential properties.
- Prepared materials and set up equipment and supplies to support seamless drywall installation.
- Removed and replaced damaged drywall to complete repair and restoration projects.
- Achieved precise installation requirements by cutting and fitting drywall to accommodate corners and edges.
- Used diverse variety of tools and equipment for safe installation of drywall.
- Screwed metal and wooden studs into frames.
- Installed drywall for residential and commercial projects with consistent attention to quality and safety.
- Achieved accurate installations using proper measurements and allocations of drywall material.
- Cut and hung drywall on walls and ceilings, taping and finishing joints and corners.
- Finished and trimmed drywall with professional-level quality.
- Inspected surfaces to evaluate quality and applied extra attention to fill in holes and rectify errors.
Education
Diploma -
Matoaca High School
Chesterfield, VA06.1993
Skills
- Construction Management
- Reading Blueprints and Manuals
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Supply Management
- Policy and Procedure Implementation
- Residential Construction
- Facilities Painting and Repair
- Wooden Structure Building and Repair
- Bathroom Remodeling
- Physical Strength and Stamina
- Chisel Hammers
- Order Parts
- Service Tickets
- Drywall Patching
- Power Washer
- Metal Cutting and Shaping
- Plan Skilled Repairs
- Supply and Parts Ordering
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Document Review Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Pressure Washing
- Cost Documentation
- Performing Maintenance Procedures
- Problem Detection and Resolution
- Task Concentration
- Technical Documentation Interpretation
- Measuring Tape
- Drywalling
- Woodworking
- Indoor and Outdoor Painting
- Facility Upkeep
- Material Inventory
- Painting Preparation
- Insulation Installation
- Hand Tools
- Project Estimation and Bidding
- Facility Inspections
- Maintenance Planning
- Hole Repair
- Project Management
- Heavy Labor
Timeline
Drywall Mechanic
Ocean Drywall
01.2017 - 02.2018
Forman
Harris Drywall
01.2010 - 02.2015
Sub-Contractor
Gagnon Drywall
01.2000 - 02.2010
Sub-Contractor
Ross Drywall
01.1996 - 01.2000
Drywall Hanger, Finisher, and Metal Stud Installer
Wilton
09.1994 - 02.1996
Drywall Installer
Gagnon & Son Drywall
06.1988 - 09.1993
General Handyman
Home Advisors
Foreman/Drywall Mechanic
ACS
Diploma -
Matoaca High School
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