Versatile Carpenter with 35 years of experience on various construction sites, including several new home developments. Completes tasks on time and with little guidance. Successful at guaranteeing client satisfaction through meticulous and long-lasting work. Punctual Carpenter with extensive knowledge of wood quality and composition. Collaborates successfully with home owners in selecting building materials. Strictly adheres to building plans to promote customer satisfaction and return business. Certified Combat Medic administers limited primary care and adheres to health protection and evacuation protocol. Personable worker relieves patient stress, explains treatment options and monitors vital signs. Experienced in training other soldiers in lifesaver and first responder courses. Dedicated and focused Emergency Medical professional bringing expertise in emergent injury assessment, treatment and patient care. Excellent aptitude for building patient rapport to mitigate stress and deliver efficient treatment. Proven history of sound judgment and critical thinking in high-pressure situations.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Carpenter/Small Business Owner
Bobby Glover Painting And Remodeling
Jackson, Tennessee
05.2018 - Current
Maintained clean and organized workplace to optimize performance, efficiency and safety.
Measured and marked cut lines on materials using ruler or marking gauge.
Built jigs and fixtures to assist in the production of parts.
Fitted door locksets, deadbolts and other hardware on doors according to manufacturer's instructions.
Used band, circular and compound miter saws.
Laid out flooring patterns according to design templates or customer specifications.
Measured, cut and shaped wood materials to specifications using hand tools, such as saws and chisels.
Fabricated staircases, doors, window frames and other wooden components for buildings.
Prioritized work, keeping carpentry jobs on task and within budget.
Measured, cut, and installed staircase spindles.
Installed windows, flooring, or trim using hand or power tools.
Installed drywall sheets onto walls or ceilings using nails or screws.
Maintained a clean job site at all times by disposing of debris properly after each shift.
Adhered to project blueprints and requirements to deliver quality work.
Studied blueprints, sketches or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
Performed various carpentry duties, including both rough and finish carpentry.
Consistently constructed square and level projects.
Positioned and installed floor joists, trusses and rafters.
Installed cabinets, base cabinets and crown molding.
Provided consultation services for homeowners regarding custom carpentry designs.
Laid and stained oak casings and hardwood floors.
Examined buildings and project specifications to determine measurements.
Installed interior trim work such as baseboards and moldings around windows and doors.
Cut and installed tile and hardwood flooring for residential and commercial buildings.
Erected scaffolding to assemble above-ground structures.
Verified trueness of construction using plumb and level.
Prepared surfaces by sanding or scraping off old finishes prior to refinishing them.
Covered subfloors with building paper and lay hardwood or parquet floors by nailing to subfloor or cementing to mastic base.
Operated power tools safely when performing carpentry tasks such as drilling holes into lumber pieces.
Took accurate measurements to calculate size and amount of materials needed for project completion.
Installed building windows, trim and cabinetry alone or with assistants to meet job deadlines.
Installed cabinets, fixtures and trim according to plans and blueprints.
Repaired or replaced damaged structures or components.
Repaired or replaced damaged or defective parts using power tools and equipment.
Studied blueprints or building plans to prepare layout and materials required.
Read blueprints, schematics and drawings to determine layout requirements.
Cut timber, panels and other wooden materials according to measured dimensions.
Used various carpenter's hand tools, portable power tools and standard measuring instruments.
Performed routine maintenance on carpentry equipment such as saws and drills.
Applied design-specific wood and composite trim according to architectural plans and neighborhood regulations.
Conducted inspections, diagnosed problems, took measurements and made necessary adjustments to complete projects according to specifications.
Worked independently on projects and tasks within carpentry team.
Procured and completed required permit approvals prior to starting projects.
Calculated material costs for projects based on labor estimates provided by clients.
Cut countertops from laminated material following template measurements.
Shaped or cut materials to proper measurements using hand tools, machines or power saws.
Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
Assisted with customer requests and answered questions to improve satisfaction.
Answered [Number] calls per shift to assist with customer questions and concerns.
Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
Negotiated contracts with vendors, suppliers, and customers.
Created budgets and monitored expenses to stay within budget limits.
Formed and sustained strategic relationships with clients.
Oversaw daily operations of small business including customer service and financial management.
Designed customer loyalty programs to increase sales revenue.
Combat Medic (68W)
Tennessee Army National Guard
Milan, TN
06.2007 - Current
Interviewed patients to obtain medical history and details on current issues.
Calmed patients by carefully explaining each step and remaining composed.
Operated radio systems to send messages regarding casualty evacuation requests or any other medical emergencies that arise during operations.
Supervised junior medics assigned to my unit during field operations ensuring proper implementation of safety rules and regulations.
Provided treatment in combat zones and health facilities.
Assessed patients and environment, administered CPR and stabilized patients for transport to hospital.
Administered emergency treatment to battlefield wounds and infections.
Served as a liaison between medical staff at forward operating bases and higher headquarters coordinating resources needed for successful completion of missions.
Bandaged wounds and determined necessity for stitches or sutures.
Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, blood pressure level, temperature of injured personnel during transport to ensure they remain stable until they reach the hospital.
Provided routine medical services such as dressing changes and suture removal for wounded soldiers.
Coordinated with higher headquarters to arrange evacuation helicopters for urgent cases requiring specialized care at hospitals located far away from our base camp.
Communicated with physicians regarding patient care requirements and directed their actions in accordance with established protocols.
Reported and documented medical treatment administered on-site and during transport to healthcare facility.
Transported injured personnel using appropriate equipment to medical treatment facilities in a timely manner.
Positioned patients in preparation for treatment and transport.
Cleaned vehicles and patient care compartments, performed routine maintenance checks and maintained constant readiness for emergencies.
Inserted IVs and administered oral and injectable medications.
Assisted and collaborated with medical doctors and nurses to treat patients.
Suctioned airways to clear obstructions and help patients breathe.
Assessed and treated acute illnesses, injuries, and wounds while providing emergency care to patients in the field.
Presented paramedic basics at schools, cardiopulmonary resuscitation classes, civic groups and public safety agencies.
Performed preventative health assessments, including immunizations and physicals, on service members in accordance with Army regulations.
Explained medical terminology in non-complex terms o patients.
Stocked supplies and maintained an inventory of all medicines used during operations.
Administered intravenous solutions to dehydrated soldiers.
Developed plans for medical support of training exercises involving large numbers of personnel.
Performed CPR and used defibrillator on cardiac patients.
Monitored supplies and equipment inventory and replenished promptly before another emergency call.
Educated military personnel about disease prevention measures like proper hygiene practices.
Responded quickly to calls for assistance from fellow medics stationed at remote locations who needed help treating casualties or managing mass casualties situations.
Provided vaccine shots and distributed medicine for patients.
Responded promptly to emergency calls and drove ambulance safely to site.
Cleaned and sterilized medical equipment before and after use.
Immobilized patients for transport using backboard or other spinal mobilization.
Maintained detailed records of patient care activities, treatments, medications administered, diagnostic tests results, and other relevant information.
Attended training sessions, maintained required certifications and kept current in lifesaving techniques and technologies.
Executed non-medical, non-emergency transfers for immobile persons.
Participated in various training sessions related to combat medicine topics such as disaster preparedness planning, triage management.
Administered intravenous fluids or injections when necessary to treat patients.
Assessed scene upon arrival for possible hazards or dangerous situations.
Instructed troops on basic medical aid procedures such as cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first-aid techniques.
Managed medical logistics by ordering supplies from vendors based on estimated need for upcoming missions or exercises.
Took and recorded patient temperature, heart rate and blood pressure.
Performed emergency life support and treated sick and injured persons at remote locations.
Education
Combat Medic/ Health Care Specialist - Medical
Fort Sam Houston US Army
San Antonio, TX
04-2008
General Education
North Side High School
Jackson, TN
06-1990
Skills
Blueprint Interpretation
Project Management
Commercial Construction Experience
Project Planning
OSHA Regulations
Worksite Safety
Edge Joining
Valid TN Driver's License
Flooring Installation
Measuring and Cutting
Remodeling Projects
Finish Carpentry
Contract Management
Construction Management
Flooring Construction
Affiliations
In high school, ran track and played wide receiver on football team
Enjoy wood working in spare time
Enjoy to fish
Accomplishments
Received the Combat Medic Badge while deployed to Iraq for treating wounded soldiers while under fire
Have received multiple awards with the military for medical skills
Senior medic with a line unit, working independantly of a provider