To Whom It May Concern:

I grew up on a farm in an environment where, if something was going to happen, you needed to make it happen. I was operating farm equipment independently by the age of 10 and by the age of 13 was supervising others (juveniles and adults) as was necessitated by my father’s untimely passing.

I grew up faster than most and, in the process, realized that I had the ability to ‘figure things out’ including expediting projects and optimizing manpower. Even working as a tradesman, a new person on the job would assume that I was a supervisor (to which my response was, “I’m nobody’s boss.”).

Nevertheless, I always tended to gravitate toward supervision, sometimes by choice and sometimes out of necessity (somebody’s gotta do it). I thrive on accomplishment though I’m not a heavy taskmaster. I have had good success leading by example and developing loyalty as opposed to fear. I’m not afraid to make my expectations known while still affording the respect due the employee.

I’m not afraid to operate a computer or an excavator as the job demands. I believe in doing things right and making sure things are done right. If I have the opportunity to work for a company I can represent with a clear conscience, I will do everything in my power to enhance their reputation and maximize their margin. On the other hand, if it is not a reputable company, my tenure will be brief. From my teenage years to now, there is not one employer I have had that I would feel uncomfortable standing in front of or, for that matter, any employee or coworker.

I have completed some impressive projects as part of some excellent teams. I look forward to future challenges.

Sincerely,

Michael D. Shaffer

Michael Shaffer

Construction Inspector - Chapman Technical Group

Parsons, WV 26287

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Work Experience

Construction Inspector-Airfield office

Chapman Technical Group

September 2013 to Present

Overseeing various site work, subgrade and paving operations including pavement rehab and marking for runways, taxiways, etc. Ensuring work meets FAA and construction specifications and standards. On site representative for the project, observation of various testing including soil compaction and concrete integrity, verification and documentation of proper underground utilities procedures and owner representative ensuring contractor compliance with specifications. Specializing in electrical projects (airfield lighting, etc.) but working extensively with water and other utility installations.

Construction Superintendent

W. Harley Miller Contractors, Inc - Martinsburg, WV

July 2012 to September 2013

Directed a comprehensive renovation of Canaan Ski Area complex buildings including the main ski lodge and the restaurant and bar.

Supervised site work and underground utilities (potable, sanitary and storm water systems) in preparation for Keyser Elementary School building.

Supervised construction of a large (ground up) public recreation complex in Inwood, WV which included a large gymnasium and additional meeting space with full commercial kitchen facilities.

Building Construction Instructor

Tucker County Career and Technical Center

October 2005 to June 2012

Emphasized safety, math and the satisfaction of a job well done. During my tenure, we enjoyed 2 second place and one third place finish at the state Skills USA competition. Loved the work, loved the kids. Struggled with the pay.

Owner

Self-employed

November 2003 to Present

Electrical contractor and Project Management Consultant.

Handled design, planning and supervision for various smaller commercial projects including doctor's offices, health care clinic and other commercial office, residential and retail space. It was a great opportunity to spread my wings spending other peoples money and make them glad that I did.

Construction Superintendent

Jarrett Construction Services - Charleston, WV

August 2001 to November 2003

Supervised projects in various locations throughout the state from $50,000 to $4,000,000 from turn of the century historical restorations and modernization projects to ground up new commercial construction.

Jarrett is a design/build company that has been very successful at building a faithful clientele. Building long term relationships was part of the job description during my tenure. I learned a lot from John Jarrett. It was an exciting time, making the old new and bringing the new up out of the ground.

electrical contractor

Self-employed

November 1997 to August 2001

Security and controls installer and trouble shooter. Extensive work in in medical facilities, senior living facilities and government installations including securing top secret and other high security locations. Also designed and installed electrical distribution systems as well as professional audio and theatrical lighting.

Job foreman

I 79 Technology Corporation

January 2000 to June 2000

Designed from scratch and supervised installation of 400A 3ph distribution system for medium sized (20,000 sq. ft.) mixed use commercial structure with retail space on the first floor and office space on the second floor.

Carpenter and electrician

Maxwell Construction

May 1998 to October 1998

Supervised finish work and designed and installed commercial electrical distribution, lighting system and controls. Installed professional audio system and theatrical lighting.

Construction Superintendent

Knotts General Contracting

August 1995 to May 1998

In charge of new home and commercial construction supervising additions to Johnson Elementary School, Lumberport Elementary, and Wilsonburg Elementary. Responsible for layout, elevations, supervision of sub-contractors and supervision of company employees. We also worked extensively with Ionadi Corp. (Pittsburgh, PA) on two other school project bids.

Electrician/Carpenter/Crew Leader

W C Electric

July 1989 to July 1995

Apprentice and journeyman electrician working on light industrial and retail installations. We specialized in mall stores, fixture installation starting out strictly electrical and then expanding to cover the full build out package to meet the increasing demand.

I worked my way up to supervisor before moving on.

Contractor Sales

M & W Builder's Supply

September 1987 to June 1989

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School Principal and High school math teacher

Newport Christian Academy

July 1985 to June 1987

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Junior high Math teacher

Pleasant View Christian School

August 1984 to June 1985

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Installer/Assistant manager

Scotti Muffler

1981 to 1984

Education

Associate in Elementary Education

Welch College - Nashville, TN

Skills

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