Qualifications range throughout multiple industries. Professional experiences include Environmental Emergency HAZMAT Response, Automotive Mechanics and Restoration, Residential Construction, Remodeling and General Maintenance. Notable skillsets include metal fabrication, various heavy machine certifications.
Mechanically inclined, exceptional problem solving skills, and, ability to read and understand blueprints, elevations, and site safety plans and deadlines. Current CDL-A License with, HAZMAT endorsement. Current DOT Medical Certificate and clean driving record. Fully trained and certified in all areas of job-site safety. Ability to remain confident and collected under stressful and intense situations.
Project Management
Automotive Mechanics and Maintenance
Construction Management
Mechanical/Electrical Troubleshooting
OSHA-10 / HAZWOPER OSHA-40 Certified
Alternative Interior Solutions
Plymouth, MI
Independent Contractor
2016-2022
Independent Contractor that has been in the construction industry on and off for over 20 years. Working in all areas from Project Design, Project Budgeting, Material Ordering, and Project Completion Schedule. Sub-Contractor management, employee monitoring, and client relations. Service-oriented craftsman with a background in residential remodeling and restoration, general labor, concrete, roofing and siding, millwork, drywall, tile, flooring, cabinets, plumbing, electrical, HVAC and much more. Core competencies include problem-solving, dependability and vast knowledge of skilled trades, material handling, communication and time management skills. Handles tasks with accuracy and efficiency. All clients/projects are referral earned. Word of mouth is the best advertising,. Highly familiar with most Power Tools, Customer Service, Bidding, Building Code, Electrical, Building Materials,, Microsoft Office, Project Management.
US Ecology
Taylor, MI
Emergency HAZMAT Response Foreman, Environmental
2018-2020
24/7 On-call emergency HAZMAT response Foreman. Maritime, land, State Government, Federal, International and Private contracts.
Safely secure, Neutralize and dispose of various hazardous materials, toxic spills and noxious gasses. Safety plan for disaster site, response team, and general public safety was of top priority. Responsible for emergency spill response and site cleanup projects while under direct or indirect supervision. Correct and detailed completion of all job-specific, employee-related paperwork including timesheets, daily work reports. Detailed filing and reporting of job scope and related environmental impact. Responded to oil /petroleum spills, Train Derailments, Biohazards, and countless other hazardous situations. Working environments changed daily. Uneven terrain, varying weather conditions, and precarious cleanup locations were common. Loaded/ unloaded drums, cylinders, equipment from and into vans, flatbeds, trailers. Certified in confined space, hot work permits, lock-out tag-out. Able to understand and comply with company and client safety standards.
Albatross Trucking, Inc.
Plymouth, MI
Owner, Long-Haul Automotive Transportation Driver
2014-2018
Responsibilities include week to week logistics forecasts while simultaneously acting as an Owner Operator. Scheduling, hiring and ordering for all areas of maintenance shop for trucking operation. As an Owner, I keep my finger on the pulse of all aspects of the business. From maintaining a complete fleet service center to working with companies and 3rd party transportation operations to improve profitability, routes and driver monitoring that effect overall company revenue, success, impact, and growth to the industry.
Vision Craft
Walled Lake, MI
Account Executive, Great Lakes Territory Sales
2011-2012
Responsible for overseeing account sales in Mid and Western Michigan and the surrounding Great Lakes States. I generate new and repeat sales by providing product and technical information to existing and potential accounts. Determine customer expectations and needs in order to recommend specific products and services Vision Craft has to offer. Accurately process customer transactions such as orders and quotes. Proactively recommend items needed by customers to increase satisfaction and improve transaction profitability. Educate customers about terminology, features and benefits of optical products in order to improve product related sales and customer satisfaction. Contact customers following sales to ensure ongoing customer satisfaction and resolve any complaints.
Top Flight Construction, Inc.
Canton, Michigan
Foreman
2004-2007
Position started as a Laborer. Over time, earned the title of Foreman. Responsible for weekly employee schedules, successful completion of W/O on time and daily supervision of carpenters, laborers, masons and electricians. Very familiar with on-site inspection processes. Required to carry out frequent safety checks. Very well-versed in principles and procedures of personnel recruitment, selection, training, compensation and other Michigan labor-related issues. Often times responsible for taking, and/or recommending disciplinary action on deserving cases.
Personnel Monitoring and Optimization
Customer Relationship Management
Strong Problem Solving Skills
Organized and Computer Literate
Professional and Courteous Attitude