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Steve Swartz

Winchester,VA

Summary

I have over 30 yrs experience in carpentry,of assembly , building , etc Installed windows,doors,floors,etc, replaced floors from joists up, Have done a lot of trim work,used alot of various types of hand tools .


I also have been a department lead man ordering products, front shelves, rotating products by dates .I've separated trucks sorting out items for certain isles.


I ran a lawn care company where I had to mow , mulch, tree trimming, snow removal, lawn treatment, and much more


In between on weekends I would do side work such as lawn care and carpentry, trim work,replacement of windows and doors , decks ,leveling up foundation, also making special made tables




Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Carpenter/Assembler

Rite Aid Fixture Distribution Center
04.1998 - 05.2025
  • Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
  • Demonstrated versatility in carpentry techniques, working proficiently with both hand tools and power tools to achieve desired results.
  • Specialized in specific carpentry tasks such as framing, finish work, or restoration projects to provide clients with tailored services and high-quality results.
  • Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
  • Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
  • Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
  • Measured materials to determine sizes and quantity required for construction project.
  • Increased safety on job sites by diligently following industry best practices and OSHA guidelines during all carpentry tasks.
  • Assisted in training new carpenters to demonstrate techniques, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
  • Used various hand tools such as routers,table saws,plainers,jointers,miter saws,drimels,and more
  • Ran tow motors
  • I was the head trainer on the carpenter side.
  • Assembled cabinets,fixtures,show cases,Hung doors,windows,walls,sneeze guards,Read blue prints and set up displays
  • Had to take inventory and make adjustments
  • Ran various machines such as Edge Banders, wrappers, cnc,
  • Kept a very organized and clean area and work space
  • Was always willing to help others when needed,
  • Changed filters and drained air compressor
  • Warehouse side I ran tow motors,took inventory, picked items, wrapped and boxed up,loaded and unloaded trucks,

Lawn Care Foreman

Matt’s Lawn Care LLC
03.2018 - 06.2019
  • Enhanced lawn health by implementing proper mowing, fertilizing, and watering techniques.
  • Demonstrated commitment to quality assurance through regular site visits to ensure work completed met or exceeded client expectations.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through proactive communication about project progress and timely responses to inquiries or concerns.
  • Maximized revenue potential with accurate cost estimates for materials, labor, and time required for each project.
  • Ran zero turns and stand up mowers
  • Weedeating,mowing,tree trimming,mulching,shrub planting.
  • Snow removal
  • Snow pretreatment
  • Ice treatment on walkway and road / parking lots
  • Clean equipment and preformed Maintenance

Floater

Martins Food
03.1995 - 04.1998
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • I sourced out produce and fronted
  • Seperated warehouse trucks,sorted skids for indindividual isles
  • Bailed cardboard
  • Promoted to dairy department
  • Had to order products ,take inventory and,front shelves ,and rotate products

Education

High School Diploma -

Shenandoah Valley Christian Academy
Stephens City, VA
05-1995

Skills

  • Attention to detail
  • Hand and power tools
  • Measuring and cutting
  • Valid [state] driver's license
  • Woodworking techniques
  • Structural repairs
  • Hand tools mastery
  • Remodeling projects
  • Cabinet making
  • Warehousing
  • Client communication
  • Insulation installation
  • Tow Motor
  • LawnCare

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Lawn Care Foreman

Matt’s Lawn Care LLC
03.2018 - 06.2019

Carpenter/Assembler

Rite Aid Fixture Distribution Center
04.1998 - 05.2025

Floater

Martins Food
03.1995 - 04.1998

High School Diploma -

Shenandoah Valley Christian Academy