Preserving architectural design
Open To Work
William Martin
Trenton,MI
Work Preference
Summary
Experienced finish carpenter with extensive experience specializing in custom trim and moldings. Proven ability to solve complex design challenges and enhance client satisfaction through meticulous installations. Skilled in project management and proficient in blueprint interpretation, ensuring compliance with local codes while fostering a collaborative team with strong organizational capabilities. Experienced in handling numerous projects at once while ensuring accuracy. Effective at prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Finish Carpenter
Wallside Windows
09.2020 - 06.2025
- Installed custom trim and moldings to enhance interior aesthetics.
- Collaborated with project managers to align on design specifications and timelines.
- Utilized power tools and hand tools for precise measurements and cuts.
- Assisted in training new team members on finish carpentry techniques, fostering a positive learning environment for professional development.
- Reduced material waste by utilizing advanced cutting techniques and optimizing material usage during trim installations.
- Solved complex design challenges by crafting custom solutions tailored to individual project needs.
- Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
- Read and interpreted blueprints and construction documents to determine project directives.
- Inspected buildings to identify repair needs.
Owner/Lead Carpenter
WRM III FUTURES LLC
04.2005 - 08.2020
- Mentored team members, fostering professional development and enhancing skill sets.
- Oversaw financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and expense control.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Achieved customer satisfaction through precise alignment of doors, windows, staircases, and built-in furniture installations.
- Ensured long-lasting results with proper installation of hardware such as hinges, handles, locks, brackets, and supports for cabinets or shelves.
- Dismantled and demolished areas prior to repairs and installment of new materials.
- Studied specifications in blueprints, sketches or building plan to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
- Achieved flawless finishes on wood surfaces, preparing and applying varnishes and stains.
- Measured, cut and installed drywall, paneling and other materials.
- Effectively used nails, screws, pneumatic nailing systems, concrete anchors, powder-actuated fasteners and framing connectors.
Window Installer/Interior Trim Carpenter
Wallside Windows
03.1999 - 06.2005
- Installed windows efficiently, ensuring structural integrity and compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize installation processes and improve workflow efficiency.
- Applied industry best practices and company quality standards to deliver efficient, timely and quality installation service.
Education
GED -
Southgate Adult Education
Southgate, MI02-1995
Skills
- Cabinet installation
- Custom millwork
- Tile installation
- Hardware installation
- Adapting to design changes
- Window and door installation
- Scissor lift operation
- Flooring
- Scaffolding
- Blueprints
- Furniture assembly
- Project management
- Layouts
- Wood finishing
- Safety procedures
- Subflooring installation
- Fixture installation
- Concrete form construction
- Drywalling
- Residential and commercial renovations
- Interior and exterior painting
Affiliations
Carpenter and Millwrights Union
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 6 staff members.
- Achieved [remodel of 2 Best Western Hotels in a resort town] by completing remodels with accuracy and efficiency.
- Achieved window and door install through effectively helping with skilled carpentry and team work.
Quote
''Any job worth doing is a job worth doing well''
W. Martin
Interests
Repurposing well crafted materials
Timeline
Finish Carpenter
Wallside Windows
09.2020 - 06.2025
Owner/Lead Carpenter
WRM III FUTURES LLC
04.2005 - 08.2020
Window Installer/Interior Trim Carpenter
Wallside Windows
03.1999 - 06.2005
GED -
Southgate Adult Education