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
325 Well Town Rd ,Winchester Va
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
Cross Junction, VA
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
Winchester Va
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, VA05-1995
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