Thomas Gildersleeve
New Harbor ,ME
Summary
Versatile and results-driven professional with a robust background spanning construction, accounting, and automotive services. Excelled at Maine Coast Woodwrights by marrying client visions with precision craftsmanship. Recognized for exceptional data accuracy at the Department of Marine Resources, significantly reducing backlogged data. Skilled in data entry and fostering professional relationships, demonstrating a commitment to excellence and continuous improvement.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Builder
Maine Coast Woodwrights
06.2021 - Current
- Worked closely with owners throughout process to keep projects in line with individual visions.
- Maintained professional relationships with clients throughout the duration of each project, keeping them informed on progress updates and addressing any concerns as needed.
- Trained new staff on proper building techniques, site regulations and safety protocols.
- Interpreted blueprints accurately, building structures to exact specifications.
Accountant
Department Of Marine Resources
02.2018 - 05.2020
- Handled day-to-day accounting processes to drive financial accuracy.
- Reconciled accounts and reviewed expense data, net worth, and assets.
- Documented cash, credit, fixed assets, accrued expenses, and line of credit transactions.
- Gathered financial information, prepared documents, and closed books.
- Reconciled books for Maine State Aquarium daily
Data Entry Clerk
Department of Marine Resources
02.2017 - 02.2018
- Completed data entry tasks with accuracy and efficiency.
- Followed established procedures to enter and process data correctly.
- Scanned documents and saved in database to keep records of essential organizational information.
- Verified accuracy of data entered into system to produce error-free reports.
- Sorted documents and maintained organized filing process.
- Verified entered data against source documents to maintain consistency across multiple platforms within the organization.
- Received award for being the main person to help catch department up in over three years of back logged data in only eight months
Parts and Service Director
Newcastle Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
09.2002 - 03.2014
- Championed energy-efficient practices throughout facility—lowering utility expenses and supporting environmental sustainability goals.
- Monitored key performance indicators to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
- Evaluated employee performance through ongoing feedback, annual appraisals, and goal-setting discussions.
- Improved customer satisfaction by streamlining parts and service department processes.
- Established a safe work environment, adhering to industry regulations and minimizing workplace accidents.
- Implemented employee training programs for continuous skill development and improved job performance.
- Forged strategic partnerships within the automotive industry—expanding services offered and diversifying revenue streams.
- Led a team of technicians to enhance overall productivity and maintain high-quality service standards.
- Boosted department profitability with effective pricing strategies and cost control measures.
- Streamlined repair ticket processing—improving turnaround time on completed jobs and enhancing overall customer experience.
Education
Associate Of Applied Business - Business Administration
Southern Maine Community College
South Portland, ME12.2019
Skills
- Following Instructions
- Frame and Component Building
- Flooring Installation
- Framing Techniques
- Work Site Preparation
- Window Installation
- Data Entry
- Data accuracy
- Accuracy and Attention to Detail
- Fast Typing Speed
- File Management
- Customer Service-Oriented
- Independent worker
- Word Processing
- Filing and data archiving
- Strong Problem Solver
- Document Scanning
- Document processing
- Professional and mature
Timeline
Builder
Maine Coast Woodwrights
06.2021 - Current
Accountant
Department Of Marine Resources
02.2018 - 05.2020
Data Entry Clerk
Department of Marine Resources
02.2017 - 02.2018
Parts and Service Director
Newcastle Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
09.2002 - 03.2014
Associate Of Applied Business - Business Administration
Southern Maine Community College
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