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Tyler Wade

Columbus,OH

Summary

Reliable contractor adeptly handles physically demanding tasks across long shifts and through problematic circumstances. Over 20+ years of resourcefulness while handling of difficult renovation projects.

Extensive knowledge in finish carpentry. Capable of Juggling multiple tasks to keep assignment timelines on schedule and within budget while being completed to the highest quality standards.

Punctual finish carpenter brings diligent and energetic approach with over 20 years of experience working within teams to complete construction projects on-time and under budget. Comfortable with heavy lifting, and safely operating job-related equipment and tools.

Hardworking and reliable construction professional with physical stamina and job knowledge to handle any site need. Completes all jobs to the highest quality standards. Experienced in framing, finish carpentry, cabinet building, stairs, etc. Also skilled in drywall, hard surface flooring, painting including sprayed wood work, plumbing and electrical finishes with a clear understanding of customer satisfaction. And how thru effective communication and active listening focusing towards the resolution of any deficiency or problem that may arise during the project. We also understand the difficulties in balancing the job budget and the scope of work with the common problems associated with these types of projects, and how the these factors will impact customer satisfaction.

Talented Remodeler dedicated to performing remodeling work in safe and efficient manner. Adept at reading and interpreting blueprints, collaborating with team members and performing work under tight deadlines and to the highest levels of quality and accountability.

Work History

Owner/Carpenter

Wade Custom Carpentry llc
Columbus, OH
2008 - Current
  • Enhanced operational performance by developing effective business strategies, systems and procedures.
  • Led startup and opening of wade custom carpentry llc, a carpentry and remodeling business and provided business development, creation of operational procedures and workflow planning.
  • Analyzed new construction clients business needs and assisted in determining appropriate resources and strategies.
  • Trained teams on specific operations and requirements for each job site, including applicable procedures and techniques.
  • Gathered project information from field supervisor and senior estimator to prepare job estimates.
  • Leveled and smoothed concrete using floor leveler to create level surfaces.
  • Repaired and maintained numerous properties, including new hardsurface flooring, wall and ceiling resurfacing , installing plumbing and electrical fixtures and remodeling bathrooms and kitchens.
  • Prepared, cut and installed custom cabinetry, built-in bookcases and staircases.
  • Cut and installed tile and hardwood flooring for over 15 years residential and commercial buildings.
  • Safely operated power saws, planers, jointers, routers and pneumatic equipment for 1000's of days without accident.
  • Installed key building components such as windows and ext doors, int. trim and cabinetry alone or with assistants to meet job deadlines.
  • Organized assigned tasks for completion on individual and team levels.
  • Calculated accurate material estimates to create quotes for clients.
  • Built and stained doors, casings and built-in cabinetry for residential clients.
  • Set windows and layouts for stairs and common rafters. both rough and finish
  • Ordered materials and made material stock recommendations.
  • Installed cabinets, base cabinets, crown molding and wainscot.
  • Safely used band, circular, jig, reciprocating, chop and compound miter saws.
  • Planned work and prepared estimates based on blueprints and individual project specifications.
  • Framed new construction of single-family homes, townhomes, room additions and finish basements
  • Worked independently or jointly on projects and tasks within 3-5person carpentry team.
  • Contracted specialty sub-contractors for special trade jobs or installations.
  • Consistently constructed square, level and plumb projects.
  • Evaluated architectural plans and consulted with clients to gain deep understanding of project scope and objectives.
  • Eliminated project lags by organizing works-in-progress and delegating tasks.
  • Applied changes requested by designers, owners or inspectors to optimize work.
  • Managed projects for [Type] clients with budgets in excess of $[Amount] and supervised labor, equipment and materials.
  • Established scopes of work, budgets and construction timelines to manage effective project planning.
  • Saved money by minimizing waste and overseeing cost-effective supplier purchases.
  • Hired and managed subcontractors for electrical and plumbing installations.
  • Delivered high level of customer service and support by answering questions and returning phone calls quickly.
  • Managed quality control and maintained high level of customer satisfaction.
  • Saved money by managing cost-effective supplier purchases.
  • Reviewed invoices submitted by contractors and approved payments based on acceptable work products.
  • Visited job sites and reviewed progress to accurately ascertain aspects of projects.
  • Supervised highly competent electricians, carpenters, plumbers and other tradesmen on job sites for commercial projects.
  • Recruited, supervised and directed outsourced qualified third-party contractors.
  • Oversaw and coordinated construction for expansion of residential buildings.
  • Followed plans, orders and technical specifications to complete accurate work that met project specifications, codes, and quality standards.
  • Read and understood specifications, drawings and blueprints to complete accurate, high-quality work.
  • Collaborated with clients to complete large-scale renovation projects, promoting team-oriented atmosphere.

Trim Carpenter

Bob Webb Homes
Columbus, OH
2008 - 2015

we installed interior trim packages and hardwood flooring.

  • Managed apprentice carpenters, supervising work and providing constructive criticism to help each improve.
  • Properly installed kitchen and bathroom cabinets and removed all debris upon job completion.
  • Completed custom woodwork such as Custom designed built-ins and stairs for customers.
  • Installed and finished wood trim, doors and cabinets for new construction and renovation projects.
  • Produced high-quality work in full compliance with project standards and good carpentry practices.
  • Maintained high standards of workmanship with accurate, detail-oriented finishing work.
  • Measured, ordered and installed customers' windows and glass doors.
  • Constructed custom wall storage units for residential home office areas with 100% customer satisfaction.
  • Prepared, cut and installed custom cabinetry, built-in bookcases and staircases.

Hardwood Floor Installer

New England Homes
Columbus, OH
2009 - 2016
  • Applied knowledge of carpentry and general construction to complete attractive finish work.
  • Read and comprehended technical documentation, checked measurements and reviewed site conditions to facilitate installation.
  • Inventoried required material, tools and equipment to record product on-hand or to be ordered.
  • Demonstrated efficiency and dedication to quality by successfully contributing to over 100 completed jobs.
  • Installed complete systems at new residential and business construction sites.
  • Delivered exceptional service to customers by answering questions and responding quickly to issues.
  • Removed existing soft and hard surface flooring aswell as fixtures to prepare for replacements.
  • Reviewed daily schedules and work orders to determine supplies and materials needed for assignments.

Cabinet Installer

sims loman cabinets
Columbus, OH
2014 - 2016
  • Measured cabinet spaces and designed detailed layouts.
  • Finished cabinets by sanding, staining and installing.
  • Designed custom cabinets by planning layouts, cutting materials and installing finished pieces.
  • Ordered materials for custom cabinets after designing layouts.
  • Chose materials for custom cabinets fitting design and client wishes.
  • Examined buildings and project specifications to determine measurements and dimensions.
  • Calculated accurate material estimates to create quotes for clients with 80% accuracy.
  • Managed work crews on construction of residential, commercial and industrial buildings.
  • Completed work quickly and helped team members in order to achieve deadlines and satisfy customers.
  • Reviewed work to check compliance with design specifications and quality requirements.
  • Worked at customer locations to replace existing or install new cabinets for residential or commercial use.
  • Installed cabinets in new homes in assembly line environment.

General Contractor

Bill and Alexis palmer
Columbus, OH
2012 - 2012

private client whom wanted their master bath remodeled as well as new counter tops and back splashes installed in the kitchen. The following year we were contracted for a theater room build out in a existing finished basement. we enclosed the room with french doors and provided a multi tier seating area with wainscoting, wall sconces and theater sound. Upon completion of that project we were soon contracted to build a custom bar complete with dishwasher drawers, micro-wave and beverage coolers. The bar wall was treated with wainscoting and a brass rail. the back-bar featured tiered up-lit bottle shelving, glass shelves for wine and tumbler and granite counter tops.

All cabinetry designs, shop drawings and cabinet construction and finish work was completed in-house by myself. This includes but not limited to cabinet fabrication and the stain and lacquer, drywall repairs and wall paint... The client then sold their home which was located in the original Tartan Fields and contracted with New England Homes to have a new home built... Wade custom carpentry was once again retained for their carpentry needs. We happily installed the trim package and a few custom touch's in their new home. we received this client on a referral from a prior custom back bar detail. I will attach photos of these jobs aswell.

  • Established scopes of work, budgets and construction timelines to manage effective project planning.
  • Saved money by managing cost-effective supplier purchases.
  • Reviewed invoices submitted by contractors and approved payments based on acceptable work products.
  • Managed projects for residential clients with budgets in excess of $25k and supervised labor, equipment and materials.
  • Initiated process improvements, spearheading strategies to boost revenue by acquiring new residential customers, commercial clients and construction partners.
  • Supervised highly competent electricians, carpenters, plumbers and other tradesmen on job sites for commercial projects.
  • Recruited, supervised and directed outsourced qualified third-party contractors.
  • Saved money by minimizing waste and overseeing cost-effective supplier purchases.
  • Followed plans, orders and technical specifications to complete accurate work that met project specifications, codes, and quality standards.
  • Read and understood specifications, drawings and blueprints to complete accurate, high-quality work.
  • Collaborated with project managers and general contractors and their clients to complete large-scale remodeling projects, promoting team-oriented atmosphere.
  • Used organizational skills to meet productivity requirements.
  • Worked closely with clients and contractors to design effective construction schedules, maintaining customer satisfaction and meeting deadlines.

General Contractor

Doug Freutel
Columbus, OH
2018 - 2019

we were contracted to install new int doors casing and baseboards, resurface the existing oak cabinets with a white finish and construct new cabinet doors and drawer heads with soft close hardware. we followed that up with fresh wall paint and any needed drywall repairs. several months later we were asked to return and install new trim and doors on the second floor of the residence. we will provide pictures of the final product aswell.

Hardwood Floor Specialist

schlabach woodworks
Millersburg, OH
2009 - 2015
  • Evaluated and analyzed work area and effectively planned flooring layout for a multitude of projects, some of which were showcased in The BIA Parade of Homes in 2011-2014.
  • Trained [Number] employees to meet quality and efficiency standards for each project.
  • Inspected floor surface to assess condition and correct any imperfections potentially affecting carpet or flooring installation.
  • Conducted repairs on diverse flooring types and situations
  • Contributed to 100% increase in new projects in 2009 by providing accurate and competitive estimates and fostering client loyalty.
  • Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
  • Created new programs that resulted in increasing productivity and customer satisfaction.
  • Demonstrated leadership by making improvements to work processes and helping to train others.
  • Answered all calls any time of day to assist with customer questions and concerns.
  • Defined strategies and created a plan to achieve ambitious operational objectives. I believe the higher the goal you set the greater your achievement will be.

Trim Carpenter

New England Homes
Columbus, OH
2014 - 2014

we were contracted to complete the interior carpentry needs and hardwood floor installation during theBIA Parade of Homes in the jerome village community (2014). We Started the trim package 4 weeks before the homes were to be judged and awards given. We were able to complete our scope of work for both trades in the allotted time frame and released the project to the painters which we worked side by side with thru punch out and "occupancy" ensuring the home was ready to be viewed and judged.

  • Properly installed kitchen and bathroom cabinets and removed all debris upon job completion.
  • Completed custom woodwork such as built-ins and site built stairs for customers both for new construction and as remodeling.
  • Produced high-quality work in full compliance with project standards and good carpentry practices.
  • Maintained high standards of workmanship with accurate, detail-oriented finishing work.

Trim Carpenter

Romanelli & Hughes Building Company
Columbus, OH
2006 - 2008
  • Managed apprentice carpenters, supervising work and providing constructive criticism to help each improve.
  • Properly installed kitchen and bathroom cabinets and removed all debris upon job completion.
  • Prepared wood for finishing by shaping and trimming components with hand and power tools.
  • Produced high-quality work in full compliance with project standards and good carpentry practices.
  • Maintained high standards of workmanship with accurate, detail-oriented finishing work.
  • Constructed custom wall storage units for residential home office areas with [Number]% customer satisfaction.
  • Prepared, cut and installed custom cabinetry, built-in bookcases and staircases.
  • Managed work crews on construction of residential, commercial and industrial buildings.

Carpenter

American Heritage log homes
, NC
2003 - 2006
  • Assessed installation locations to verify structural integrity necessary for planned mountings.
  • Built and disassembled scaffolds, bracing and barricades to assist in vertical construction activities.
  • Read and understood specifications, drawings and blueprints to complete accurate, high-quality work.
  • Followed construction plans and instructions from supervisors and other supervisory personnel.
  • Kept team on track by assigning and supervising their activities and giving constructive feedback.
  • We did all footer work, decks, tile, hardi siding, and interior trim in addition to the actual log stacks. i was only a leadd carpenter when i was working on these projects. i participated in about a dozen or so of them.

Rough Carpenter

Carpenter Contractors of America Inc.
Sarasota, FL
1998 - 2003
  • Organized assigned tasks for completion on individual and team levels.
  • Utilized various tools, equipment, materials and forming systems to complete construction tasks.
  • Measured and marked cutting lines on materials using rulers, pencils, chalk and marking gauges.
  • Removed damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repaired or replaced using hand tools.
  • Adhered to project blueprints and requirements to deliver quality work.
  • Anchored and braced forms and other structures in place using nails, bolts, anchor rods, steel cables, planks, wedges and timbers.
  • Communicated with teammates and supervisors frequently to understand requirements and complete projects on time.
  • Contributed to development, planning and completion of project initiatives.

Education

GED -

Booker High School
Sarasota, FL

Skills

  • Blueprints
  • Cabinet installation
  • Carpentry
  • Architectural scrollwork
  • Multipiece crown molding
  • Cabinetry
  • Flooring
  • Stair stringers
  • Layouts
  • Subcontractor management
  • Job bidding
  • Project scope assessment
  • Plumbing and electrical work
  • Exemplary communication
  • Standard operating procedures understanding
  • Work ethic
  • Blueprint interpretation
  • Organizational skills
  • Customer service
  • Critical thinking
  • Troubleshooting
  • Working collaboratively
  • Planning
  • Active listening
  • Sanding and finishing
  • Custom cabinet design
  • Hinge boring and insertion
  • Project planning
  • Tile application
  • Adhesive and grouting
  • Surface leveling
  • Problem assessment and resolution
  • Multitasking
  • Attentive to detail
  • Reliable and consistent
  • Knowledge of industry best practices
  • Worksite preparation
  • Problem resolution
  • Customer service
  • Flexible
  • Install plumbing and electrical fixtures and devises
  • Hang and finish drywall
  • Log home construction
  • Flooring construction
  • Structure building methods
  • Practical engineering science
  • Knowledge of raw materials

Accomplishments

schlabachwoodworksFreutelloman

est. Wade Custom Carpentry in 2008.

I worked for a cpl well known names in the building industry such as Romanelli & Hughes, Bob Webb homes, New England Homes, as well as several others.

Over emphasis on customer satisfaction and quality.

wide array of skill sets. and not a Jack of all and master of none kinda guy.. i would like to think im very good at the trades i practice and masterful at a couple.

All carpentry, drywall hang or finish and a few little texture tricks for repairs on stomped ceilings, natural or ceramic tile floors and shower surrounds and hardwood floor installation, painting roll or spray(latex or clear).plumbing and electrical fixtures.

have most tools and what I don't have I have no problems buying what I need.

I have also done remedy lists for realtor closings and handyman services...

Timeline

Owner/Carpenter

Wade Custom Carpentry llc
2008 - Current

Trim Carpenter

Bob Webb Homes
2008 - 2015

Hardwood Floor Installer

New England Homes
2009 - 2016

Cabinet Installer

sims loman cabinets
2014 - 2016

General Contractor

Bill and Alexis palmer
2012 - 2012

General Contractor

Doug Freutel
2018 - 2019

Hardwood Floor Specialist

schlabach woodworks
2009 - 2015

Trim Carpenter

New England Homes
2014 - 2014

Trim Carpenter

Romanelli & Hughes Building Company
2006 - 2008

Carpenter

American Heritage log homes
2003 - 2006

Rough Carpenter

Carpenter Contractors of America Inc.
1998 - 2003

GED -

Booker High School
Tyler Wade