James Davis Lawrence, Jr.

*** ******** ***** 256-***-**** (Home)

Madison, AL 35757 265-***-**** (Cell)

acxtk2@r.postjobfree.com

Hardworking, common-sense and detailed oriented worker with strong experience in customer services, construction projects and computer graphics. Experienced in standard computer software packages. Excels in a fast-paced environment and works to complete projects quickly and efficiently.

Skills and Career Highlights

Analyze work processes to streamline efforts.

Possess effective communications skills, both oral and written.

Perform project management in all activities to ensure optimum results.

Anticipate impact risk of potential problems.

Talented in freehand art projects and graphics software.

Capable of safely operating forklifts, machinery, and landscaping tools.

Recipient of awards for outstanding performance.

Customer focused.

Professional Experience

JERRY EWING Construction Services, Madison, AL 35757 256-***-**** 2014 - Present

Construction Laborer with hands-on experience in all facets of residential construction including remodeling and renovations. Skilled in using hand tools, power tools, and heavy machinery to complete construction projects according to specifications and supervisor requirements. Successful in completing difficult projects on schedule with consistent follow through on all instructions.

TALLMAN & SONS HOME IMPROVEMENTS, Athens, AL, 256-***-**** 2010 - 2014

Provide assistance in remodeling and home repairs that include drywall setup, painting and debris removal.

A1 PAGECOM, 105 Rathdoon Ct, Madison, AL 256-***-****

Communications Associate/Grounds Keeper 2002 - 2009

Assist part-time in family-based paging/radio tower communications business. Designed initial advertising for company letterhead and logo using graphic arts software and freehand. Assist with sales and installation of two-way radios and pager systems. Work on grounds of tower sites for general landscaping and pest control.

HUNT CLUB APARTMENTS, 1500 Sparkman Dr, Huntsville, AL 35816 2000 - 2002

HUNTER CHASE APARTMENTS, Gillespie Rd, Madison, AL 35758

Property Maintenance/Grounds Keeper

Provided apartment complex maintenance to include troubleshooting HVAC problems, plumbing, and structural upkeep. Communicated regularly with tenants to ensure their housing maintenance requirements were satisfactory. Maintained the area ensuring it was clear of debris and well-manicured preserving the environmental aesthetics of the apartment complex. Completed checklists and make-readies for the complex’s new tenants. As a result of the work performed, the complex was awarded – Beautification Award.

WEB SITE Consultant, 340 Gillespie Rd, Madison, AL 35758 1999 - 2000

Web Site Designer

Performed part-time website requirement analyses and design. Drafted proposals for designs to include milestones, schedule and cost for basic web site designs. Example of accomplished work is the A-1 Paging, 207 South Jackson St, Tullahoma, TN.

CERTIFIED SOLUTIONS, 309 South 5th St, Huntsville, AL 1997 - 1999

Forklift Operator

Through temp services work with Coca Cola, SCI, and Magna Metal while attending Microsoft training courses for certification. Responsible for loading, stocking, and preparing assembly line with parts and maintaining clear working area. As an experienced forklift operator provided materials efficiently for team to perform continuous operations to meet schedules.

WILEY OUTDOOR SPORTS, Sportsman Lane, Huntsville, AL 1994 - 1996

Sales Associate

Provided customer services selling outdoor sports equipment and clothing merchandise. Demonstrated features and usage of products, advised customers and made recommendations to meet their sport equipment requirements.

REGENCY ELECTRIC, Redstone Arsenal, AL 1992 - 1994

Temp Electrician Assistant

Setup electrical conduit, lights, receptacles, fire alarms, and volume control systems. Daily tasking included installation, testing, modification, and site cleanup to ensure proper electricity access during the Redstone Arsenal Sparkman Center building construction.

NATIONAL TIRE WHOLESALE, 8755 HWY 20W, Madison, AL 35758 1991 - 1992

Customer Sales Representative

Analyzed customer service needs in automotive tires and vehicle mechanical services. Advised customers in optimum solutions. Tested products to ensure acceptable conditions. Balanced receipts at close of business. Performed periodic inventories. Due to high volume of sales was recognized as Top Sales Representative during the year.

Education and Training

Drake Technical College, Huntsville, AL Architecture/Graphical Engineer Studies, 2009 - 2010

Calhoun Community College, Decatur AL – Graphic Arts Major 1991 – 1993

Kansas State University, Manhattan KS – Graphic Design 1990 -1991

Jacksonville State University, Jacksonville, AL 1989 - 1990

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