Sam Ziemer
Bayport,MN
Summary
Enthusiastic Leader eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Clear understanding of the importance of public safety and engagement and training in in creative project development. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in the service of the group.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
General Repair Worker
Dept. of Public Safety
04.2024 - Current
- Upheld high standards of workmanship and professionalism by adhering to all relevant codes, regulations, and industry best practices during each repair project.
- Elevated overall team productivity through effective communication and collaboration during challenging repair projects.
- Developed expertise in a diverse range of equipment types, enhancing versatility as a Repair Worker.
- Reduced repair costs with accurate troubleshooting and identification of root issues before commencing work.
- Optimized scheduling processes by coordinating appointments with multiple clients while minimizing travel time between job sites.
Board Member - Lumberjack Days
The Locals 501c3
07.2014 - 01.2024
- Coordinate with county and city officials for use of public infrastructures and utilities to host 10,000 plus festival attendees free of charge to public.
- Develop innovative approaches with effective resource allocation and strategic planning.
- Create, organize and distribute schedule of events for three day community event that includes dozens of vendors, multiple artists, and public safety personnel.
- Research potential local, regional and national funders and assisted in relationship building.
- Serve as advocate and ambassador for organization by fully engaging, identifying and securing resources and partnerships to advance mission.
Handyman
Self-Employed
04.2022 - Current
- Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment.
- Restored residential properties values by repairing sheetrock, paint, removing textured ceiling finishes.
- Completed repair projects on time and under budget, resulting in significant increase in new client referrals.
- Performed basic electrical work and plumbing repairs such as installing new toilets, installing light fixtures and outlets, replacing vanities, and repairing dishwasher/garbage disposals.
General Manager
LoLo American Kitchen
04.2013 - 09.2022
- Hire, process, and train staffing to assure customer experience and optimize labor costs.
- Maintain and improve facilities including HVAC, refrigeration, plumbing, and security systems within entire building.
- Develop training protocol to efficiently onboard staff for a restaurant that does $1.8M yearly sales.
- Monitor and coordinate supplier accounts for fulfillment of dry goods, disposables, and beverage inventories.
- Creation of spreadsheets and data entry of full liquor inventory.
- Receive and process financial and staff labor reports for payroll and overall restaurant sales on daily basis.
- Engage in exemplary customer service to exceed company expectations.
- Established and oversee creative bar program to engage guests and maximize profits of beverage.
Education
Bachelor Of Arts - Music Business
McNally Smith College of Music
Saint Paul, MN07-2007
Skills
- Performance improvement
- Inspections and reviews
- Exceptional interpersonal communication
- Physically Dexterous
- Building Logistics and Layout
- Painting
- Preventative Maintenance Planning
- Hand Tools
- Training and Implementing
- Proficient in Xcel, Word, Publisher, Outlook
- Repair Work
- Power Tools
Affiliations
- Lumberjack Days, Board Member and Treasurer 2014-Present
- United States Bartender's Guild 2015-Present
- AFSCME Local 3142 Member 2024
Timeline
General Repair Worker
Dept. of Public Safety
04.2024 - Current
Handyman
Self-Employed
04.2022 - Current
Board Member - Lumberjack Days
The Locals 501c3
07.2014 - 01.2024
General Manager
LoLo American Kitchen
04.2013 - 09.2022
Bachelor Of Arts - Music Business
McNally Smith College of Music