CHUCK PICKETT
Professional Summary
I am a goal oriented individual who performs well when given challenging tasks. I embrace challenges and look forward to them. I have been a coach most of my adult life and I love to see people achieve their goals. Chuck
Judgment and Decision Making
Speaking
Active Listening
Administration and Management
Time Management
Service Orientation
Coordination
Building and Construction
Management of Material Resources
Repairing
Troubleshooting
Experience
Sales estimator/Project manager
First Call - Grimes, Ia
Review insurance policy terms to determine whether a particular loss is covered by insurance.
Keep records of customer interactions or transactions, recording details of inquiries, complaints, or comments, as well as actions taken. Schedule the projects in logical steps and budget time required to meet deadlines.
Confer with supervisory personnel, owners, contractors, or design professionals to discuss and resolve matters, such as work procedures, complaints, and construction problems.
Prepare contracts and negotiate revisions, changes and additions to contractual agreements with architects, consultants, clients, suppliers and subcontractors.
Prepare and submit budget estimates, progress reports, or cost tracking reports.
Interpret and explain plans and contract terms to administrative staff, workers, and clients, represent the owner and developer. Plan, organize, and direct activities concerned with the construction or maintenance of structures, facilities, or systems. Take actions to deal with the results of delays, bad weather, or emergencies at construction site.
Inspect or review projects to monitor compliance with building and safety codes, or other regulations.
4028 75th, Urbandale, IA 50322
Ph: 515-***-****
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Mar 1998-Sep 2004
Jun 1993-May 1998
Study job specifications to determine appropriate construction methods. Select, contract, and oversee workers who complete specific pieces of the project, such as painting or plumbing.
Obtain all necessary permits and licenses.
Direct and supervise workers.
Develop or implement quality control programs.
Requisition supplies or materials to complete construction projects. Owner/Lead carpenter
Self - Des Moines, Ia
Shape or cut materials to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines, or power saws.
Measure and mark cutting lines on materials, using a ruler, pencil, chalk, and marking gauge.
Install structures or fixtures, such as windows, frames, floorings, trim, or hardware, using carpenters' hand or power tools.
Verify trueness of structure, using plumb bob and level. Build or repair cabinets, doors, frameworks, floors, or other wooden fixtures used in buildings, using woodworking machines, carpenter's hand tools, or power tools.
Select and order lumber or other required materials. Assemble and fasten materials to make frameworks or props, using hand tools and wood screws, nails, dowel pins, or glue.
Remove damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repair or replace, using hand tools.
Maintain records, document actions, and present written progress reports. Finish surfaces of woodwork or wallboard in houses or buildings, using paint, hand tools, or paneling.
Prepare cost estimates for clients or employers.
Perform minor plumbing, welding, or concrete mixing work. Property Manger
Good Samaritan Urban Ministries - Des Moines, Ia
Meet with prospective tenants to show properties, explain terms of occupancy, and provide information about local areas. Direct collection of monthly assessments, rental fees, and deposits and payment of insurance premiums, mortgage, taxes, and incurred operating expenses.
Inspect grounds, facilities, and equipment routinely to determine necessity of repairs or maintenance.
Act as liaisons between on-site managers or tenants and owners. Investigate complaints, disturbances and violations and resolve problems following management rules and regulations.
Manage and oversee operations, maintenance, administration, and improvement of commercial, industrial, or residential properties. Plan, schedule, and coordinate general maintenance, major repairs, and Sep 1978-Jun 1993
May 1996
Jun 1976
remodeling or construction projects for commercial or residential properties. Maintain records of sales, rental or usage activity, special permits issued, maintenance and operating costs, or property availability. Determine and certify the eligibility of prospective tenants, following government regulations.
Meet with boards of directors and committees to discuss and resolve legal and environmental issues or disputes between neighbors. Factory
Anderson Erickson Dairy - Des Moines, Ia
I held various jobs while I was employed at AE. The last job I held there was as a relief person. I would fill in for people while they were on vacation or sick leave. I learned almost every job at the dairy to accomplish this job. Education
Associate of Arts : Bible
Berean Bible Institute - Springfield, Mi
High School Diploma : General
East High School - Des Moines, Ia
Awards
I have attended several Dale Carnegie courses, one of my prized positions is a plaque awarded to me by my classmates for the highest award achievement basically I was voted me most likely to succeed.