Samuel J. Conner
Fort Wayne,IN
Summary
Dependable general contractor promoting several-year career renovating homes and building base of satisfied customers. Focused leader with eye on safety for all members of crew.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
General Contractor
Self-employeed
Fort Wayne, Indiana
06.2016 - Current
- Performed site visits to ensure construction plans were in compliance with building codes and regulations.
- Conducted regular inspections of subcontractors' workmanship for quality assurance.
- Maintained accurate records of daily progress, costs, and materials used on the project.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and vendors to secure competitive prices.
- Oversaw all aspects of construction projects from start to finish.
- Prepared detailed cost estimates based on labor, material, equipment, overhead costs and other related expenses.
- Developed job schedules outlining specific tasks to be completed by each contractor and subcontractor within a given timeline.
- Ensured that safety standards were maintained at all times during the duration of the project.
- Identified potential problems before they occurred to minimize delays or additional expenses.
- Provided technical guidance to team members as needed when challenges arose during the course of a project.
- Addressed customer inquiries regarding contract terms or any associated disputes.
VP of Operations
Cleanwater Ozone Systems Inc
Fort Wayne, IN
05.2004 - 06.2015
- Provided direction on process improvement initiatives to increase productivity and profitability.
- Partnered with vendors to secure competitive pricing on materials needed for production activities.
- Performed financial analysis of proposed projects or investments prior to approval by senior leadership.
- Directed the evaluation of existing systems and processes for opportunities to increase efficiency or reduce costs.
- Assisted in the recruitment and onboarding of new staff members into the organization.
- Monitored inventory levels and adjusted purchasing orders when necessary.
- Oversaw the execution of marketing campaigns and promotions from start to finish.
- Developed and implemented operational strategies to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable safety regulations, labor laws, and environmental standards.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Welder
Boilermakers Local 374
Hammond, IN
10.2000 - 04.2004
- Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, and furnace shells.
- Monitored the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of material.
- Inspected completed work for conformance to specifications using various instruments.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
- Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Applied shielded metal arc welding techniques with electrodes in flat, horizontal vertical positions as well as overhead applications.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
Freight Conductor
CSX Railroad
Garrett, IN
08.1996 - 04.2000
- Checked and verified freight car paperwork for accuracy.
- Communicated with dispatchers to receive instructions regarding routes and schedules.
- Coupled railcars together in a secure manner to ensure safe transport.
- Inspected freight cars for any damage or safety issues prior to departure.
- Followed strict safety protocols while operating switches and signals along the tracks.
- Monitored track conditions for any obstructions or hazards which could impede travel.
- Directed traffic around railroad crossings when trains were passing through an area.
- Inspected brakes, couplings, air hoses, signal lines, and other components of the train before departure.
- Adhered to federal regulations governing railroad operations including speed limits, track standards.
- Produced daily reports, switch lists, and train orders.
Seaman
US Navy
Norfolk, VA
12.1993 - 07.1995
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
- Operated equipment and machinery according to safety guidelines.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
Skills
- Project safety
- Job bidding
- Labor oversight
- Project scope assessment
- Operations oversight
- Plumbing and electrical work
- Code compliance
- Residential and commercial construction
- Permit acquisition
- OSHA regulations
Timeline
General Contractor
Self-employeed
06.2016 - Current
VP of Operations
Cleanwater Ozone Systems Inc
05.2004 - 06.2015
Welder
Boilermakers Local 374
10.2000 - 04.2004
Freight Conductor
CSX Railroad
08.1996 - 04.2000
Seaman
US Navy
12.1993 - 07.1995
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