Wade Barthel
Lehighton, PA *****
adrfo2@r.postjobfree.com
I've been in and around the construction field for most of my career. I have been moderately successful in my self employment endeavor and do very well integrating to a new team and being supportive and not try to take over. I'm a person who pays strict attention to detail and is very thorough in all aspects of work. You will find I've got a list of qualifications and certifications and re- certifications and training positions that is quite extensive. Willing to relocate to: Lehigh County, PA - -
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Owner/Operator
Barthels Helping Hands - Lehigh Valley, PA
August 2018 to Present
Work both as independent contractor as well as sub contractor. Dealt mainly in residential painting and renovations, light carpentry and in some cases landscaping. Carried million dollar coverage and was part of BNI, a small business referral group, and also a member of porch.com, which was associated with Lowe's. I've been running this business since 2015. The gap in employment from Nov. 2017-April 2018 was filled by self employment.
Painter/Laborer
Tad Dailey Painting - Sarasota, FL
May 2018 to July 2018
Responsible for designating assignments on job site..making sure all crew members on same page and providing top notch work as well as keeping a clean and neat work area Senior craftsman
Stirling Painting and Renovations - Bath, PA
March 2017 to October 2017
Responsible for painting and staining interior and exterior commercial buildings and schools. Was point of contact as well as team member. Responsible for inventory on job sites and reporting to road super what supplies were needed for job.
Owner/Operator of business
Barthels Helping Hands - Allentown, PA
February 2015 to March 2017
Owner/operator of a handyman/painting company which provided a full service remodeling company specializing in all types of painting and construction. Crew Leader
Lewis painting - Honesdale, PA
March 2008 to December 2013
Worked with Todd as a foreman for his crew. Oversaw day to day operations as well as performed any painting or labor tasks that needed to be done. Streamlined Todd's inventory ordering system in conjunction with the paint company we utilized in order to keep track of spending and re-ordering materials frequently used.
Education
Associate in Surgical technology
Luzerne county community college - Nanticoke, PA
August 2006 to July 2008
High school diploma
Milton Hershey School
Skills
• Painting (10+ years)
• Jlg lifts..scissor lifts..booms (10+ years)
• Painter (10+ years)
• Construction (10+ years)
• Carpentry (10+ years)
• Electrical (10+ years)
• Plumbing (10+ years)
• drywall (10+ years)
• Concrete (10+ years)
• Framing (5 years)
• Microsoft Office (5 years)
• Handyman (10+ years)
• Landscape Maintenance (10+ years)
• Remodeling (10+ years)
• Construction Management (7 years)
• Mechanical Knowledge (10+ years)
• Automotive Repair (5 years)
• Trim Carpentry (10+ years)
• Blueprint Reading (10+ years)
Military Service
Branch: Navy
Service Country: United States
Rank: E4
February 1985 to June 1988
Worked as a radar and weapons specialist. Achieved rank of E4 and held a top secret security clearance
Certifications and Licenses
OSHA 10
OSHA 30
Assessments
Reliability — Familiar
December 2019
Tendency to be dependable and come to work
Full results: Familiar
Maintenance Technician — Highly Proficient
December 2019
Performing basic repairs and maintenance for apartment complexes, office buildings, and other facilities.
Full results: Highly Proficient
Construction Safety — Proficient
December 2019
Using safe practices while on a construction site. Full results: Proficient
Work Style: Conscientiousness — Highly Proficient
February 2020
Tendency to be well-organized, rule-abiding, and hard-working Full results: Highly Proficient
Basic Maintenance and Repair — Expert
March 2020
Performing basic repairs and maintenance for apartment complexes, office buildings, and other facilities
Full results: Expert
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Additional Information
I am a very hard worker and also a fair crew leader. I accept all responsibility when on a job where I am the point of contact as well as any work I do. I am dependable, honest and can take constructive criticism without taking it personally. I am detail and goal oriented and can be a great team player as well as leader.