Highly motivated professional with several years of entrepreneurial and management experience. Skillfully creates and maintains professional and loyal relationships with co-workers, staff and clients while managing administrative and sales employees. Comfortable working independently as manager and leader and as collaborative team member. Applies business acumen and experience and exercises decisive judgment to meet and exceed organizational goals.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Tims Home Improvement, LLC
Donaldsonville, LA
07.2013 - Current
Developed business plan and budget to maximize profitability.
Managed daily operations of the business, including staff, sales, inventory, and accounting.
Oversaw hiring process for new employees, from recruiting to onboarding training.
Maintained relationships with vendors and suppliers in order to secure favorable terms on materials and services.
Conducted regular performance reviews of staff members to ensure efficiency and productivity goals were met.
Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally in order to maintain a positive reputation for the business.
Negotiated contracts with clients for products or services rendered by the company.
Ensured compliance with all local laws, regulations, policies, and procedures related to the operation of the business.
Identified potential risks associated with operations in order to minimize liabilities.
Established long-term relationships with customers by promoting great service and engagement skills and quickly resolving issues.
Calculated net income and adjusted strategies to increase income and bottom-line profits.
Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
Carpenter
PMR Contruction
Donaldsonville, LA
08.2003 - 06.2013
Measured, cut and shaped wood materials to specifications using hand tools, such as saws and chisels.
Installed cabinets, fixtures and trim according to plans and blueprints.
Fabricated staircases, doors, window frames and other wooden components for buildings.
Assembled furniture using glue, dowels, screws and nails.
Repaired or replaced damaged structures or components.
Constructed forms for concrete pours in accordance with building codes.
Built jigs and fixtures to assist in the production of parts.
Read blueprints, schematics and drawings to determine layout requirements.
Prepared surfaces by sanding or scraping off old finishes prior to refinishing them.
Fitted door locksets, deadbolts and other hardware on doors according to manufacturer's instructions.
Installed drywall sheets onto walls or ceilings using nails or screws.
Cut countertops from laminated material following template measurements.
Installed interior trim work such as baseboards and moldings around windows and doors.
Laid out flooring patterns according to design templates or customer specifications.
Operated power tools safely when performing carpentry tasks such as drilling holes into lumber pieces.
Inspected completed projects for quality assurance purposes before delivering them to customers.
Calculated material costs for projects based on labor estimates provided by clients.
Maintained a clean job site at all times by disposing of debris properly after each shift.
Provided consultation services for homeowners regarding custom carpentry designs.
Performed routine maintenance on carpentry equipment such as saws and drills.
Performed various carpentry duties, including both rough and finish carpentry.
Shaped or cut materials to proper measurements using hand tools, machines or power saws.
Cut timber, panels and other wooden materials according to measured dimensions.
Installed building windows, trim and cabinetry alone or with assistants to meet job deadlines.
Installed cabinets, base cabinets and crown molding.
Studied blueprints, sketches or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
Promoted team safety by keeping work areas free of hazards.
Conducted inspections, diagnosed problems, took measurements and made necessary adjustments to complete projects according to specifications.
Positioned and installed floor joists, trusses and rafters.
Cut and installed tile and hardwood flooring for residential and commercial buildings.
Reviewed jobsite needs with foreman and coordinated construction.
Measured, cut, and installed staircase spindles.
Maintained clean and organized workplace to optimize performance, efficiency and safety.
Worked independently on projects and tasks within carpentry team.
Communicated with teammates and supervisors frequently to understand requirements and complete projects on time.
Installed windows, flooring, or trim using hand or power tools.
Studied blueprints or building plans to prepare layout and materials required.
Education
High School Diploma -
Donaldsonville High School
Donaldsonville, LA
05-2003
Skills
Budget Administration
Business Management
Employee Development
Administrative Oversight
Customer Relations
Team Oversight
Design coordination
Business Planning
Staff Management
Hiring and staffing
Bidding processes
Relationship Building
Project estimating
Client Service
Negotiation
Verbal and written communication
Project Management
Financial Management
Staff hiring
Strategic project planning
Affiliations
Family oriented and love my horses and the barn life.
Accomplishments
I have over 20 years in residential carpentry. My role as owner of a remodeling industry mean that im very well rounded in many areas