Westley Cook
HOT SPRINGS NATIONAL PARK,AR
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Flooring Installer
Self Employed Web
Hot Springs, AR
03.2011 - Current
- Measured and cut flooring materials to fit the dimensions of each room.
- Installed carpet, tile, laminate, and hardwood flooring in residential and commercial settings.
- Performed minor repairs to existing floors before installation process began.
- Prepared surfaces for installation by cleaning and leveling them.
- Applied adhesives to subfloors prior to laying down new flooring material.
- Worked with a variety of tools including saws, hammers, drills, screwdrivers.
- Removed old flooring materials such as carpets or tiles when necessary.
- Inspected rooms for any obstacles that could interfere with installation process.
- Ensured proper alignment of boards during installation process.
- Created custom cuts for around pipes or other objects in the room.
- Checked finished installations for accuracy and quality assurance purposes.
- Provided advice on which type of flooring would best suit customer's needs.
- Maintained clean work areas throughout project duration.
- Assisted in loading and unloading trucks with supplies needed for job sites.
- Organized supplies into appropriate containers prior to beginning projects.
- Followed safety protocols while operating power tools or hazardous materials.
- Communicated effectively with clients regarding progress updates and potential issues.
- Resolved customer complaints related to flooring installations promptly.
- Demonstrated excellent problem-solving skills when unexpected issues arose during job sites.
- Used hand and power tools to install hardwood, vinyl, laminate and other types of flooring.
- Removed existing flooring and discarded old material.
Construction Sales
Scott's Home Improvement
Hot Springs, AR
03.2008 - 03.2011
- Assessed customer needs to determine appropriate product solutions.
- Negotiated contracts with customers, ensuring competitive pricing and terms of sale.
- Provided technical support and guidance to customers on product selection and installation methods.
- Analyzed customer feedback to identify areas for improvement in our products or services.
- Attended trade shows, conferences, and other events related to the construction industry.
- Resolved any customer issues or complaints quickly and efficiently.
- Improved profit margins by effectively managing expenses, budget and overhead, increasing closings and optimizing product turns.
Paint Prep
Xpress Boats
Hot Springs, AR
09.2007 - 03.2008
- Cleaned and prepared surfaces for painting by sanding, scraping, and washing.
- Performed minor repairs to damaged areas such as filling holes or cracks with putty before applying primer or basecoat paints.
- Installed masking tape around trim pieces in order to protect them during the painting process.
- Ensured that workplace safety regulations were followed at all times while working with hazardous chemicals and equipment.
- Wiped down finished products after drying with clean cloths to remove any dust particles that may have settled on them.
- Disposed of hazardous waste material properly according to local regulations.
- Maintained an organized workspace throughout the day in order to prevent accidents due to clutter.
- Followed instructions from supervisors regarding specific procedures related to each job.
- Provided assistance in other areas of the shop when needed such as helping with clean up duties.
- Restocked supplies regularly ensuring that there was always enough material available for upcoming jobs.
- Readied surfaces and surrounding areas for painting with sandpaper, tape and other materials.
Motorman
H&P International Drilling
Tulsa , OK
07.2005 - 08.2007
- Performed daily inspections of machinery and equipment in the engine room to ensure proper operation.
- Maintained records of maintenance activities, repair work, and operating logs.
- Monitored fuel consumption levels and adjusted accordingly to maximize efficiency.
- Assisted Chief Engineer with repairs and troubleshooting of mechanical systems.
- Conducted regular tests on electrical systems to ensure they were working properly.
- Repaired pumps, valves, engines, turbines, boilers, condensers, heat exchangers and other components as needed.
- Inspected safety equipment such as fire extinguishers for compliance with regulations.
- Installed new machinery when necessary for increased performance or efficiency.
- Calibrated instruments used in the engine room to verify accuracy of readings.
- Coordinated scheduling of maintenance tasks with engineers and crew members.
- Followed manufacturer's instructions for routine maintenance procedures.
- Rigged up, drilled, rigged down, maintained rotary equipment, pulled rotary slips and latched and unlatched elevators on offshore drilling rig.
- Operated and maintained rig and floor level and above motors on offshore drilling rig and inspected, lubricated and maintained rig motors.
- Trained [Number] roustabouts and roughnecks on offshore oil rig, ordered tools and replacement parts and assessed tongs that connect drill pipe and spinning chain.
- Visually inspected track to detect hazards and obstructions and maintain safety.
Welder Helper
Xpress Boats
Hot Springs, AR
09.2004 - 07.2005
- Assist in laying out, cutting, fabricating and fitting of metal components prior to welding.
- Clean work area after completing assignments.
- Follow safety protocols at all times while operating equipment and working with hazardous materials.
- Maintain an adequate supply of filler metals for use in the welding process.
- Check for proper fit of parts before beginning any welding operation.
- Position pieces to be welded into jigs, holding fixtures or other type of supports as needed.
- Provide assistance to other welders during complex projects involving multiple steps.
- Communicate with supervisors regarding problems encountered during assigned tasks.
- Brought supplies, equipment and tools to work locations.
Flooring Installer
Mcdaniels Flooring
Hot Springs, Arkansas
09.2002 - 09.2004
- Measured and cut flooring materials to fit the dimensions of each room.
- Installed carpet, tile, laminate, and hardwood flooring in residential and commercial settings.
- Performed minor repairs to existing floors before installation process began.
- Prepared surfaces for installation by cleaning and leveling them.
- Applied adhesives to subfloors prior to laying down new flooring material.
- Worked with a variety of tools including saws, hammers, drills, screwdrivers.
- Removed old flooring materials such as carpets or tiles when necessary.
- Created custom cuts for around pipes or other objects in the room.
- Checked finished installations for accuracy and quality assurance purposes.
- Maintained clean work areas throughout project duration.
- Assisted in loading and unloading trucks with supplies needed for job sites.
- Organized supplies into appropriate containers prior to beginning projects.
- Followed safety protocols while operating power tools or hazardous materials.
- Used hand and power tools to install hardwood, vinyl, laminate and other types of flooring.
- Removed existing flooring and discarded old material.
Automobile Salesperson
Crain Ford
Benton, Arkansas
03.2001 - 09.2002
- Greeted customers and identified their needs through active listening.
- Provided test drives to demonstrate vehicle performance, features, and benefits.
- Demonstrated knowledge of all makes and models of vehicles in the showroom.
- Negotiated prices with customers to reach mutually beneficial agreements.
- Maintained up-to-date familiarity with financing options available for customers.
- Assisted customers in completing paperwork for purchase transactions.
- Prepared final sales contracts and collected payment from customers.
- Organized delivery of new vehicles to customer locations or dealership lot.
- Conducted follow-up calls after sale to ensure customer satisfaction with purchase.
- Developed relationships with potential buyers by answering inquiries on phone or in person.
- Advised clients on warranties, service plans, and additional products offered by dealership.
- Participated in training sessions on product knowledge, sales techniques, customer service practices.
- Maintained a clean work area and organized inventory display on the showroom floor.
- Followed up with existing clients regarding servicing requirements for their vehicles.
- Followed up with customers to build long-term relationships and successful referrals.
Signal Support Systems Specialist
US ARMY
Augusta, GA
03.1997 - 01.2001
- Ensured that all signal support systems were properly configured in accordance with applicable standards.
- Programmed digital interfaces between various types of communications devices.
- Configured automated control mechanisms used in telecommunications networks.
- Analyzed system logs and identified potential issues before they became a problem.
- Installed and maintained signal support systems and terminal devices, including routers, switches, multiplexers, cabling, and other related hardware.
- Maintained organizational network infrastructure by troubleshooting system outages; performing preventive maintenance; monitoring network performance; upgrading software and hardware components as needed.
- Tested all installed communications systems to ensure proper functioning according to specifications.
- Repaired malfunctioning communication equipment using hand tools, soldering irons, test meters.
- Conducted tests on newly installed or existing signal support systems to evaluate their performance levels.
- Installed and employed signal support systems and terminal devices for battlefield situations.
- Used computers to control and monitor network status during battlefield operations.
- Maintained signal support systems and provided technical advice to commanders, staff and subordinates.
- Performed preventive, predictive and corrective maintenance to keep machinery running at optimal levels.
- Performed diagnostics and testing to locate root causes and resolve issues for optimal performance.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hot Springs High School
Hot Springs, AR05-1997
Skills
- Safety protocol knowledge
- Excellent work ethic
- Quality-conscious
- Materials Handling
- Surface Preparation
- Attentive to detail
- Leveling
- Strong organization skills
- Work Order Interpretation
- Deadline Management
- Confident and positive attitude
- Materials Selection
- Concise time management
- Reliable and consistent
- Maintenance & Repair
- Results-Driven
- Task Delegation
- Installation Management
- Hardwood installation
- Expertise in Flooring Materials
- Flooring Adhesive Application
- Project Estimation Techniques
- Carpet Installation Proficiency
- Laminate Flooring Knowledge
- Subfloor Preparation
- Proper tool usage
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Reliability
- Time management abilities
- Interpersonal Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Interpersonal Skills
- Multitasking
- Professionalism
- Organizational Skills
- Continuous Improvement
- Goal Setting
- Relationship Building
- Time Management
- Analytical Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Written Communication
- Problem-Solving
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Decision-Making
- Task Prioritization
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Adaptability
- Effective Communication
- Active Listening
- Professional Demeanor
- Self Motivation
Affiliations
- I have the ability to adapt and overcome.
Accomplishments
- Expert Driver
- US ARMY Medals, to include The ARMY Accommodation Medal
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Flooring Installer
Self Employed Web
03.2011 - Current
Construction Sales
Scott's Home Improvement
03.2008 - 03.2011
Paint Prep
Xpress Boats
09.2007 - 03.2008
Motorman
H&P International Drilling
07.2005 - 08.2007
Welder Helper
Xpress Boats
09.2004 - 07.2005
Flooring Installer
Mcdaniels Flooring
09.2002 - 09.2004
Automobile Salesperson
Crain Ford
03.2001 - 09.2002
Signal Support Systems Specialist
US ARMY
03.1997 - 01.2001
High School Diploma -
Hot Springs High School
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