Troy Pesterfield
Certified Real Estate Inspector
Kingston,TN
Summary
Currently self-employed as a Certified Residential Inspector with extensive knowledge of local building codes, construction methods and housing systems. Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills. Hardworking and flexible with drive to succeed. Currently accumulated 141 accredited hours of continuing education.
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Home Inspector
TITAN Home Inspectors, LLC
Kingston, TN
07.2021 - Current
- Conducted inspections using standard forms consistent with knowledge of industry standards and requirements for various categories of conventional and government-backed financing.
- Identified indications of defective plumbing, leaks and resulting problems such as water damage and indications of hazardous mold arising from flooding or pooled water.
- Commented on functionality and condition of HVAC components.
- Tested electrical outlets for proper function, documenting signs of unsound wiring and verifying installation of GFCI outlets where required by law or regulation.
- Inspected exterior of building as well as around door frames and windows for cracks indicating foundation movement, recommending foundation inspection when pronounced signs appear.
- Reported on wear and tear and general functionality of roofing, estimating remaining life and recording any noted leaks, missing shingles or other structural or functional deficiencies.
- Made and submitted reports detailing finding and any actions taken.
- Kept up-to-date on inspection regulations, codes, ordinances and techniques.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Truck Driver
Turnkey Technology Services
Oliver Springs, TN
03.2021 - 04.2022
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Maintained current Class A CDL with Hazardous Materials endorsement.
Railroad Signalman/Railroad Signalman/Mechanic
Norfolk Southern
Atlanta, GA
04.2010 - 12.2020
- Performed inspections, diagnostics and troubleshooting on structures, equipment and devices and determined appropriate repair work.
- Performed installations and conducted repair work on railroad crossing signals, railroad traffic signals, switching machines and hydraulic components to bolster safety.
- Meticulously documented all repairs and maintenance performed and provided Supervisors with monthly, bi-monthly and yearly reports.
- Read and interpreted circuit prints, blueprints, schematics and drawings to efficiently complete job tasks and projects.
- Drove motor vehicles to job sites.
- Replaced defective wiring, broken lenses or burned-out light bulbs.
- Lubricated moving parts on gate-crossing mechanisms and
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Maintained and serviced hydraulic, mechanical and electrical devices used in rail yard applications.
Telecommunications Technician
BellSouth Telecommunications/ AT&T
Lenoir City, TN
03.2001 - 04.2010
- Installed and configured new devices and system components.
- Diagnosed and resolved complex integrated customer issues for implementation, add-on, maintenance and support of voice, data, VoIP and CTI applications.
- Responded to service requests during and after business hours.
- Coordinated installation of new users and relocations of existing users.
- Worked closely with network administrators and server engineers to deliver quality service.
- Analyzed user-generated trouble tickets to determine causes of problems and took appropriate action for resolution.
- Read blueprints and schematics to correctly place equipment.
- Planned layouts and ran cable into buildings and through walls, attics and crawl spaces.
- Set up networks and computers for business and residential customers.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Process Technician
Scientific Ecology Group/ Energy Solutions
Oak Ridge, TN
04.1993 - 03.2001
- Operated all packing and labeling equipment.
- Collaborated with packaging technicians to determine product changeovers and equipment maintenance needs.
- Operated forklift and other heavy equipmet equipment to move and store radioactive waste materials.
- Performed housekeeping functions to maintain compliant, audit-ready operations.
- Worked in sorting and incineration department of radioactive waste.
Education
No Degree - Business Economics
Roane State Community College
Harriman, TNNo Degree - Residential Home Inspection
InterNACHI
Boulder, COProfessional Real Estate Inspection Certification - Residential Home Inspection
Inspector Certification Associates
Chicago, IL04.2021
High School Diploma -
Roane County High School
Kingston, TN05.1989
Skills
- Construction Compliance
- Time Management
- Photo Documentation
- Reading Comprehension
- Home Inspections
- Data Integrity
- Inspection Reporting
- Inspection Methods
- Building Materials
- Database Software
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Safety Regulations
- Defect Documentation
- Client Assessments
- Onsite Visits
- Proper Equipment Usage
- Class A CDL
Websites
Accomplishments
Lifetime clean safety record with no accidents of any kind.
Affiliations
International Association of Certified Home Inspectors
Certification
- Class A CDL
- Completed 40 hr HAZWOPER Training on 3/12/2021
- Completed 24 hr RadCon II Training on 3/17/21
- Tennessee Home Inspector License #2372
Additional Information
Experienced with mechanical and hydraulic systems used in railyard applications.
Experienced with Microsoft Excel and Word
Experienced with residential and low voltage electrical installation and troubleshooting
141 accredited hours of continuing education. Certifications available upon request
Timeline
Certified Home Inspector
TITAN Home Inspectors, LLC
07.2021 - Current
Truck Driver
Turnkey Technology Services
03.2021 - 04.2022
Railroad Signalman/Railroad Signalman/Mechanic
Norfolk Southern
04.2010 - 12.2020
Telecommunications Technician
BellSouth Telecommunications/ AT&T
03.2001 - 04.2010
Process Technician
Scientific Ecology Group/ Energy Solutions
04.1993 - 03.2001
No Degree - Business Economics
Roane State Community College
No Degree - Residential Home Inspection
InterNACHI
Professional Real Estate Inspection Certification - Residential Home Inspection
Inspector Certification Associates
High School Diploma -
Roane County High School
- Class A CDL
- Completed 40 hr HAZWOPER Training on 3/12/2021
- Completed 24 hr RadCon II Training on 3/17/21
- Tennessee Home Inspector License #2372
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