Steve Criswell
Tyler,Tx
Summary
Union trained journeyman drywall finisher of 15 and foreman of 8 years, experienced in teamwork, organization, scheduling, and skilled in the trade. After moving to Tyler after economic downturn in Seattle, a self-employed drywall and specialty finishes contractor with skills in leadership, customer relations, organization and quality control. Seeking a career change
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Paint and Drywall contractor
Criswell Specialty Finishes
01.2010 - 10.2024
- Independent paint and drywall contractor
- Responsible for writing contracts, solicitation of new work through networking and referrals, making bids and estimates for work, face to face interaction with clients and homeowners, meeting deadlines, quality assurance, training employees to meet higher standards of quality and safety, payroll and customer service.
- Kept site work safe and in line with budget, schedule, and applicable building codes.
- Performed regular inspections of job sites to verify staff and subcontractor observance of important safety protocols.
- Delivered high-quality work on time and within budget, earning positive feedback from clients.
Fitness and Nutrition Consultant
Independent contractor
01.2012 - 01.2024
- Personal trainer and fitness coach/consultant helping those interested in fitness and bodybuilding achieve those goals set together at the onset of the training process.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Forklift Operator
Wastequip
07.2022 - 12.2023
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks quickly and increase overall productivity.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
Forklift experience
Coca Cola distribution center
05.2020 - 11.2021
- Acted as a subject matter expert on high reach forklift operation, providing guidance and support to less experienced team members.
- Assisted with the implementation of new processes and procedures, contributing valuable insights based on extensive forklift operating experience.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives, providing valuable input from an experienced RT Forklift Operator perspective.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
Forklift Operator
John Soules Food
02.2020 - 05.2020
- Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
- Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
- Unloaded materials and goods at designated locations for best project availability.
- Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
- Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
- Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.
Frac Fueler
Thomas Petroleum
05.2012 - 12.2013
- Maneuvered control panels to regulate and coordinate product flow rates.
- Conducted routine field safety audits to enforce pre- and post-trip standards.
- Maintained supplies inventory by frequently checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for needed supplies.
- Reported operational deficiencies to supervisor and maintenance personnel to promote timely maintenance of equipment and prevent potential injuries.
- Examined proper lubrication and functioning of pumps and mechanical equipment through.
Journeyman drywall finisher and foreman
I.U.P.A.T local 300
01.1999 - 01.2010
- Responsible for day-to-day management of the job and crew
- Keeping schedules, meeting deadlines, safety training, planning operations through various stages of completion, supervising up to 30 workers at a time to maintain efficient production, quality assurance and communication with other trades to avoid bottleneck issues onsite.
Education
WAN technologies -
Tyler Junior College
Skills
- Worksite safety
- Safety knowledge
- Safety Compliance
- Residential construction
- Project Management
- Painting and finishing
- Schedule Management
- Scheduling and Planning
- Quality Control
- Construction Estimating
- Drywall Installation
- Safety understanding
- Forklift Operation
- Forklift Operator Certification
- Loading and unloading
- Shipping and receiving
- Team Player
- Warehouse Safety
- Material Handling
- Safety awareness
- Punctual and Reliable
- Problem-Solving
- Lift Equipment Operation
- Equipment Inspections
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Wastequip
07.2022 - 12.2023
Forklift experience
Coca Cola distribution center
05.2020 - 11.2021
Forklift Operator
John Soules Food
02.2020 - 05.2020
Frac Fueler
Thomas Petroleum
05.2012 - 12.2013
Fitness and Nutrition Consultant
Independent contractor
01.2012 - 01.2024
Paint and Drywall contractor
Criswell Specialty Finishes
01.2010 - 10.2024
Journeyman drywall finisher and foreman
I.U.P.A.T local 300
01.1999 - 01.2010
WAN technologies -
Tyler Junior College
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