Highway Construction Maintenance Superintendent

Mark W. Harper

*** ********* ***** *******, ** **526 217-***-****

Email: *************@*****.***

OBJECTIVE:

Looking for employment opportunities that will expand my qualifications and abilities in management or supervision by utilizing my experience and skills in carpentry, construction, HVAC-R, welding, warehouse, pre-maintenance and maintenance.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:

NorthStar Memorial Group / Graceland Fairlawn Cemetery Decatur, IL 2016 - 2018

Maintenance Superintendent

Schedule and delegate all work assignments

Ensure that all members observe Federal (OSHA), State and local safety requirements

Maintain proper inventories of equipment, supplies and merchandise

Assure that all equipment is cleaned and that daily "policing" of the grounds occurs

Oversee daily operations

Webster Cantrell Hall Decatur, IL 2015 - 2016

Chief Facilities Systems Coordinator

Oversaw daily operations

Supervised maintenance and custodial crew

Coordinated and scheduled contractors

Prepared estimates, proposals, contracts and work schedules

Ordered supplies for crews and facility needs

Oversaw and supervised three large group homes and five investment properties

Richland Community College Decatur, IL 2013 - 2017

Instructor - Highway Construction

Taught for Dept of Labor - Youthbuild Program

Taught highway construction skills under state and federally funded programs

Instructor - Commercial / Residential Construction

Certified by National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) Oct. 2013

Utilizing the Standard Craft Training Program, taught construction and remodeling skills, with an emphasis on safety, under state and federally funded programs

Midstate Construction of Central Illinois Decatur, IL 1975 - 2022

Owner / Construction Worker

Met with over 4000 potential customers to determine their new construction, remodel or repair needs

Presented proposals detailing materials, supplies and services for jobs

Custom ordered doors and windows to meet exact specifications for customers' requirements

Installed insulation, vinyl and cedar siding, windows and doors

Custom made and installed kitchen cabinets and decks, including easy access for disabilities

Installed hardwood, vinyl, ceramic and marble flooring

Installed and finished drywall, sprayed ceilings, installed finish trim and crown moldings

Prepared surfaces, masked trim and fixtures, applied primer and paints using brush, roller and sprayer

Removed and replaced or installed light fixtures, plumbing fixtures and shower doors

Scheduled/supervised a crew of 14 plus employees ensuring that all projects met or exceeded customer expectations

Closed business in June 2022 after 47 years

Lee Enterprises (Newspaper) Decatur, IL 2006 - 2008

District Sales Manager

Supervised a force of independent contractors

Contracted and trained new staff in policies and procedures

Ensured proper delivery and premier service

Worked closely with new and experienced carriers

Handled customer issues or concerns in a timely manner

Mark Wolfer and Associates, Inc. (Construction Manager/Consultants) Decatur, IL 1992 - 2006

Project Superintendent

Oversaw daily field operations of a construction company handling commercial and residential projects

Provided on-site management to ensure projects met time and budget requirements

Coordinated and scheduled subcontractors and suppliers

Knowledge and utilization of hand surveying and drafting practices

Prepared budgets, estimates, bids, proposals, schedules, contracts, subcontracts and work scopes

Mueller Company (Water and Gas Valve Manufacturer) Decatur, IL 1976 - 1992

Machinist / Material Handler

Operated drill presses, lathes and pressure tester for valves

Machined parts to exact specifications and dimensions

Assembled various components per directions, using proper procedures and techniques as policy dictated

Monitored inventory and pulled customer orders from warehouse

Operated forklifts to move materials and supplies to proper locations

Loaded and unloaded trucks - verifying product

Trained in OSHA requirements and Safety

EDUCATION:

Global Technical Training Lincoln, IL

HVAC-R Certified Nov. 2009

EPA Certified Nov 2009

Richland Community College Decatur, IL 1987-1989

Real Estate Transactions, Real Estate Law and Contract Conveying, Real Estate Appraisal

Production Control, Quality Control, Plant Layout

Labor and Material Cost and Cost Adjustment, Administrative and Personnel Service

Danville Junior College Danville, IL

Law Enforcement, Business Management

Private Investigator 2001

Internal Membership Aug. 2001

Case Examiner #4861

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