Steven Gericke
West Liberty,Iowa
Summary
Hardworking professional well-versed in handling materials, operating machinery and supporting overall team and project needs. In-depth knowledge of compliance mandates governing site and worker safety. Focused on helping complete skilled work under deadlines.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Owner/Operator
Gericke Construction
West Liberty , IA
09.2015 - Current
- Managed daily operations of the business, including staff, sales, inventory.
- Oversaw hiring process for new employees, from recruiting to onboarding training.
- Ensured compliance with all local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to the operation of the business.
- Maintained relationships with vendors and suppliers in order to secure favorable terms on materials and services.
- Negotiated contracts with clients for products or services rendered by the company.
- Calculated net income and adjusted strategies to increase income and bottom-line profits.
- Trained new hires in safe use of tools and equipment; reviewed safety guidelines with crew members regularly.
Lead Carpenter
Rogers Construction
Iowa City, IA
12.2007 - 08.2015
- Planned ahead for future needs by assessing available materials and ordering additional supplies as needed.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on power tools and other equipment used by the carpentry team.
- Inspected job sites prior to beginning work to identify any potential safety issues.
- Implemented new processes or methods for more efficient execution of carpentry operations.
- Coordinated with subcontractors, suppliers, vendors, and clients as necessary.
- Ensured that all building codes and safety regulations were followed throughout each project.
- Trained junior staff members on proper use of hand and power tools and safe working practices.
- Supervised a team of carpenters to ensure timely completion of projects.
- Organized resources effectively to complete multiple projects simultaneously with minimal delays.
- Troubleshot problems related to construction techniques or materials used in carpentry projects.
- Managed inventory levels of supplies required for successful completion of projects.
- Developed strategies to minimize costs while maintaining quality standards.
- Executed complex framing tasks such as rafter installation, wall sheathing, roofing systems.
- Installed building windows, trim and cabinetry alone or with assistants to meet job deadlines.
- Promoted team safety by keeping work areas free of hazards.
- Planned work based on blueprints and individual project specifications.
- Repaired or replaced damaged or defective parts using power tools and equipment.
- Studied blueprints, sketches or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
Framer Apprentice
Various different companies
Iowa City Area, IA
05.2004 - 12.2007
- Operated forklifts to transport large pieces of lumber around job site.
- Transported materials from supply truck to worksite.
- Removed old framing materials from demolition sites.
- Placed anchor bolts into concrete foundations for secure installation of framing members.
- Attended training sessions related to safety protocols and carpentry techniques.
- Maintained a clean work environment by disposing of waste materials properly.
- Read blueprints to determine the specifications of the framing project.
- Assisted in erecting scaffolding for high-level projects as needed.
- Inspected wood for defects prior to use in construction projects.
- Installed insulation between studs, joists and rafters.
- Assisted in constructing walls, floors and roofs of structures using hand tools and power tools.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Construction Management
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IASkills
- Operations Management
- Personnel Management
- Operations Oversight
- Performance Analysis
- Relationship Management
- Staff Training and Development
Certification
I also have thirty hours of OSHA critifaction
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Owner/Operator
Gericke Construction
09.2015 - Current
Lead Carpenter
Rogers Construction
12.2007 - 08.2015
Framer Apprentice
Various different companies
05.2004 - 12.2007
Some College (No Degree) - Construction Management
Kirkwood Community College
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