Romelus Riegert
Santa Barbara,Ca
Summary
Handyman and carpenter with a long background in repairs, woodworking, landscaping, and jobsite coordination. Handling electrical, plumbing, painting, and preventive maintenance with attention to detail, budget awareness, and dependable customer service. Real estate background selling homes.
Fine dining and bartending experience.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Handy Man
Self Employed
Santa Barbara, California
01.2023 - Current
- Built reputation for excellent handyman services by taking pride in craftsmanship and attention to detail.
Bartender and Waiter
El Encanto Hotel
Santa Barbara, Ca
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Served guests with attentive dining and beverage service in luxury hotel settings.
Handy Man
Self Employed
Santa Barbara, Ca
06.2014 - 02.2022
- Performed general repairs for clients including painting and preventative maintenance.
- Electrical and plumbing experience
- I specialize in woodworking from framing to finish
Landscaper
Self Employed
Santa Monica, Ca
12.2012 - 05.2014
- Specialized in building hardscapes, including custom decks, gates, and pergolas, utilizing masonry and stone techniques.
- Designed and built diverse landscapes, enhancing outdoor aesthetics and functionality.
Project manager
Big Red Sun landscape and design
Venice, Ca
04.2008 - 11.2012
- I managed each jobsite making sure client and staff needs were met. I built all the hardscaping.
- Coordinated landscape design projects from concept through installation for residential and commercial clients.
Realtor
Abbot Kinney and Boardwalk real estate
Venice, Ca
02.2003 - 03.2008
- Guided clients through purchasing and selling residential homes in Los Angeles, ensuring smooth transactions and client satisfaction.
Bartender
El Cholo Restaurant
Santa Monica, Ca
06.1999 - 01.2003
- Worked as a waiter and bartender in a busy restaurant.
Bartender
Caf del Sol
Santa Barbara, Ca
01.1995 - 01.1999
- I was the head bartender.
- Manager on Sunday.
Banquet Captain
San Ysidro Ranch
Montecito, Ca
01.1992 - 01.1995
- I was the banquet captain in charge of training and supervising staff. I also was the head bartender before dining. Waiter in the famous Adobe room for private dining up to 12 people.
Carpenter
Bert Ellison and Parton & Edwards
Santa Barbara, Ca
01.1990 - 01.1992
- I built and remodeled homes in Santa Barbara, Ca.
Apprentice
Warner & Grey Architects
Montecito, Ca
06.1986 - 06.1988
- Part time apprentice helping architects with drafting and blueprints while still in high school.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Santa Barbara City College
Santa Barbara, CASkills
- Carpentry repair
- Electrical
- Plumbing
- Finish woodworking
- Preventive maintenance
- Jobsite coordination
- Fine dining experience
- Bartender
- Realtor
Timeline
Handy Man
Self Employed
01.2023 - Current
Bartender and Waiter
El Encanto Hotel
03.2022 - 12.2022
Handy Man
Self Employed
06.2014 - 02.2022
Landscaper
Self Employed
12.2012 - 05.2014
Project manager
Big Red Sun landscape and design
04.2008 - 11.2012
Realtor
Abbot Kinney and Boardwalk real estate
02.2003 - 03.2008
Bartender
El Cholo Restaurant
06.1999 - 01.2003
Bartender
Caf del Sol
01.1995 - 01.1999
Banquet Captain
San Ysidro Ranch
01.1992 - 01.1995
Carpenter
Bert Ellison and Parton & Edwards
01.1990 - 01.1992
Apprentice
Warner & Grey Architects
06.1986 - 06.1988
Associate of Arts - Business Administration
Santa Barbara City College