Mathew Knox
• **** Holmes street
• Bettendorf, IA
• ***********@***.***
Summary
Energetic worker with a keen attention to detail and design. Recognizing customer service as a valuable tool to
deliver overall quality and satisfaction. Seasoned Carpenter with 5 years’ experience completing construction
and remodeling projects of varying scales. I am Dependable and hard-working. Thrive in a fast-paced
environment and work to complete projects quickly and efficiently. Motivated to exceed expectations. Detail-
oriented. Extensively trained in construction trades, carpentry and landscaping. Physically fit Laborer effective
at completing difficult projects and tasks on schedule. Consistently follow through with all orders and
instructions. Works well in a team setting.
Highlights
Leadership
Exceptional problem solver
Demolition
Strong communication skills
Detail-oriented
Friendly and hardworking
Dependable independent worker
Customer service skills
Computer literate
Customer service experience
Team player
Manual labor skills
Flexible work schedule
Good verbal/written communication skills
Education
Bettendorf High School, Bettendorf, IA
High School, Graduated March 2004
Employment History
Quad Cities Irrigation, Bettendorf, IA
Irrigation, April 2012 – Present
I am currently a Irrigation Technician with experience in operating computerized irrigation control system. and
Familiar with maintenance and operation of irrigation systems and Ability to properly maintain and repair PVC
pipe and fittings. Ability to pull and fit piping for irrigation systems. Ability to work outdoors in various
weather conditions. Used a pick and shovel to dig, spread and level dirt and gravel. Specialized in Maintaining,
installing and troubleshooting irrigation systems.
Steamatic of the quad cities, Bettendorf, IA
Restoration Tech, December 2008 – January 2012
Extensively trained carpentry, painting, plastering, and installation. Assisted skilled workers with construction
projects in all phases of rough and finish carpentry. Cleaned all construction areas to avoid hazards.
Continually cleaned work areas and equipment. Arranged and stored materials, machines, tools and equipment.
Cut materials to specify sizes for installation using power Prepared sheetrock, wood surfaces for painting.
Cleaned and smoothed all surfaces prior to painting. Repainted entire apartments after residents moved out.
Collaborated with electricians, and carpenters to complete construction projects. Completed and filed daily
work slips to document progress. Collaborated with 4 other team members to meet strict project completion
deadlines. Covered floors before prepping, priming and painting all surfaces. Transported materials, tools and
machines to installation sites. Painted walls, exteriors and interiors of buildings and using brushes, rollers and
spray guns.
Hobbies & Interests
Football, reading, fishing, paintball, golfing, exercising
making small projects for my self