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Shawn Lockard

Aurora,CO

Summary

Dynamic and skilled Handyman with a proven track record at Shawn's Painting & Handyman Services, showcasing expertise in carpentry and exceptional customer service. Leveraged repair work and interpersonal skills to build a loyal customer base through craftsmanship and detailed solutions. Achieved consistent referrals by prioritizing safety and quality, demonstrating a commitment to excellence and reliability.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Handyman

Shawn's Painting & Handyman Services
Aurora, CO
01.2003 - Current
  • Self-employed, I started my own business, doing all types of handyman work, landscaping and yard design, fencing, painting, construction, plumbing, electrical, and more.
  • Built reputation for excellent handyman services by taking pride in craftsmanship and attention to detail. My Motto is "Work Done Right". This service excellence brought repeat business and created referrals.
  • Kept interior and exterior of properties clean, safe and welcoming.
  • Repaired plumbing problems such as leaking pipes, clogged drains and malfunctioning toilets.
  • Repaired outlets, circuit breakers and lights to restore electrical systems to functionality.
  • Caulked windowsills, bathtubs, showers and countertops to prevent water damage.
  • Performed basic carpentry work such as building, assembling, repairing furniture and cabinets.
  • Provided prospective customers with professional quotes detailing materials, labor and customization expenses for handyman jobs. Assessed customer needs and provided appropriate solutions.
  • Prioritized handyman jobs by identifying urgent and important projects with concern for customer safety and security.
  • Maintained equipment, materials and tool inventory to meet repair or maintenance needs with minimal delay.

Caretaker

Highlands Masonic Temple
Denver, CO
04.2019 - 05.2021
  • Live-in, on-site caretaker for a 90+ year-old building. Provided a wide range of care, including building maintenance, coordinating vendor service calls, such as elevator and boiler inspections, maintaining flooring with regular cleaning, and caring for a large ballroom with a stage, two smaller tiled meeting spaces, and hand-inlaid stone flooring in corridors and entryways, and grounds maintenance for vegetation, concrete entry, and asphalt parking lot areas.
  • Responded to emergency situations promptly to prevent or minimize damage.
  • Assisted with moving furniture or other items as requested by staff members or visitors.
  • Assisted in the preparation of rooms or facilities for events, meetings, or guests.
  • Maintained cleanliness and orderliness of assigned areas, including sweeping, mopping, and dusting.
  • Opened and closed buildings daily by unlocking and locking doors and managing security system.
  • Developed strong working relationships with tenants through courteous customer service practices.
  • Performed seasonal tasks such as snow removal, leaf raking, and gutter cleaning.

Millwright - A Hand

GE
01.2005 - 12.2010
  • Repaired broken or worn parts by welding, grinding, machining or fabricating replacement parts as needed.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on all production machines.
  • Repaired and lubricated machines and equipment and assembled and installed equipment using hand tools and power tools.
  • Replaced faulty parts such as bearings, gears, and shafts in a timely manner.
  • Ensured safety regulations were followed while performing tasks.
  • Assembled moving parts and sub-assemblies and adjusted, leveled and tensioned machines and components.
  • Dismantled machines, categorized parts by carefully documenting components and moved equipment into storage.
  • Ran tests on newly installed machines to verify their optimal functioning.
  • Assembled machines and bolted, welded or riveted components to foundation or other structures using hand tools and power tools.

Skills

  • Repair work
  • Deck building
  • Bath installations
  • Exterior and interior painting
  • Carpentry expertise
  • Household repairs
  • Plumbing maintenance
  • Building upkeep

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Caretaker

Highlands Masonic Temple
04.2019 - 05.2021

Millwright - A Hand

GE
01.2005 - 12.2010

Handyman

Shawn's Painting & Handyman Services
01.2003 - Current
Shawn Lockard