Shawn Christopherson
Bonney Lake,WA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Agile and diligent Handyman experienced in landscaping, exterior maintenance and interior repairs. Approachable, accommodating and meticulous in details. Honest and hard-working Handyman with history of complying with deadlines and safety regulations. Proficient in HVAC systems, carpentry, plumbing and electrical repair. Physically dexterous, talented and possessing exceptional skills in building strong rapport with tenants.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Handyman
Self Employed Services
Bonney Lake, WA
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Performed basic carpentry work such as building, assembling, repairing furniture and cabinets.
- Diagnosed and corrected mechanical problems using blueprints, repair manuals or parts catalogs.
- Tuned up lawnmowers by changing oil filters, spark plugs.
- Cleaned gutters to ensure proper drainage.
- Installed window treatments, doors, locksets, shelves and other fixtures.
- Repaired drywall holes using spackle or joint compound.
- Replaced faulty door handles, hinges and locks.
- Kept interior and exterior of buildings clean, safe and welcoming.
- Provided landscaping services including mowing lawns, trimming hedges and planting flowers.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Assessed customer needs and provided appropriate solutions.
- Reconditioned and renovated damaged furniture and ordered new pieces if needed.
- Set up and operated machine tools to repair or fabricate jigs, fixtures or tools.
- Maintained compliance with internal and regulatory safety standards.
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on buildings and equipment using plumbing and electrical skills to keep properties clean and safe.
- Assembled flat-pack furniture according to instructions.
- Replaced broken light switches and outlets.
- Repaired plumbing problems such as leaking pipes, clogged drains and malfunctioning toilets.
- Used rulers and micrometers to inspect parts and determine dimension requirements.
- Adjusted devices or control instruments using hand tools, levels or straightedges.
- Recorded type and cost of maintenance or repair work.
- Painted walls and ceilings to refresh the look of a room or area.
- Routinely inspected equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance needs.
- Used professional grade tools and equipment to perform wide range of handyman services.
- Planned and laid out repair work using diagrams, drawings or schematic diagrams.
- Aligned and balanced new equipment after installation.
- Performed routine maintenance by inspecting drives, motors or belts.
- Responded quickly to service calls, including replacing filters, smoke alarms and locks to ensure safety and well being of tenants.
- Ordered parts, supplies or equipment from catalogs or suppliers.
- Installed ceiling fans and lighting fixtures.
- Repainted walls, removing old paint or wallpaper and preparing surfaces for new applications.
- Installed kitchen appliances such as refrigerators and dishwashers.
- Pulled damaged and old carpet and wood flooring to eliminate issues such as mold and remove outdated styles.
- Sealed cracks in driveways with asphalt sealant.
- Constructed outdoor decks using treated lumber.
- Inspected roofs for damage due to weather or age related wear-and-tear.
- Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
- Removed old wallpaper from walls.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Understood and followed oral and written directions.
- Maintained open communication with team members and stakeholders, resulting in successful project outcomes.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Dismantled machines, equipment, or devices to access and remove defective parts.
- Caulked windowsills, bathtubs, showers and countertops to prevent water damage.
- Replaced wall sockets, ran lines and completed basic carpentry to finish installations.
- Fixed and managed electrical and plumbing problems.
Carpenter
Scientific Lab Technologies
Tacoma, WA
03.2020 - 02.2023
- Prioritized work, keeping carpentry jobs on task and within budget.
- Measured, cut and shaped wood materials to specifications using hand tools, such as saws and chisels.
- Installed windows, flooring, or trim using hand or power tools.
- Promoted team safety by keeping work areas free of hazards.
- Used various carpenter's hand tools, portable power tools and standard measuring instruments.
- Contracted and collaborated with specialty sub-contractors for special trade jobs or installations.
- Studied blueprints, sketches or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
- Prepared surfaces by sanding or scraping off old finishes prior to refinishing them.
- Consistently constructed square and level projects.
Handyman
Self Employed Services
Bonney Lake, WA
01.2020 - 02.2023
- Installed kitchen appliances such as refrigerators and dishwashers.
- Repaired drywall holes using spackle or joint compound.
- Assessed customer needs and provided appropriate solutions.
- Kept interior and exterior of buildings clean, safe and welcoming.
- Adjusted devices or control instruments using hand tools, levels or straightedges.
Education
High School Diploma -
Auburn Senior High School
Auburn, WA06-1993
Skills
- Grounds Maintenance
- Carpentry
- Roof Maintenance
- Painting
- Building Upkeep
- Repair Work
- Hand Tools
- Plumbing
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Exterior and Interior Painting
- Electrical Repairs
- Power Tools
- Indoor and Outdoor Painting
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Electrical Components
- Maintenance Planning
- Physically Agile
- Reading Blueprints and Manuals
- Minor Carpentry
- Policy and Procedure Implementation
- Household Repairs
- Insulation Installation
- Sanitation and Safety
- Machinery Repairs
- Commercial Construction Experience
- Drywall
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Handyman
Self Employed Services
03.2023 - 12.2023
Carpenter
Scientific Lab Technologies
03.2020 - 02.2023
Handyman
Self Employed Services
01.2020 - 02.2023
High School Diploma -
Auburn Senior High School
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