JK Joe Kulesza

Torrington, CT ***** 860-***-**** adu5vf@r.postjobfree.com

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Hard-driving business leader offering skill in strategic business planning and team development. Skillfully recruit and train employees at all levels to meet customer and business demands. Articulate, forward-thinking and resourceful in meeting unique needs.

Enthusiastic business leader with dynamic experience planning, leading and improving activities to support successful business operations. Strategic in developing policies, managing staff and developing new revenue streams. Focused on motivating staff and working with diverse personality types to drive improvements.

Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

ACCOMPLISHMENTS Supervised team of 12 staff members. Efficiently ran large scale jobs at some of the east coast's finest Universities and theaters.

Supervised workers from local union wherever the job was. Completing jobs on time and within budget.

I've also worked on some of the finest homes in Connecticut and N.Y.C SKILLS Industry Expertise

Integrity and Transparency

Strategic Planning

Employee Motivation and

Performance

Leadership and People

Development

Operational Efficiency and Safety

Supplier Relations

Interior Renovations

Managing Employee Relations

Balanced Work Ethic

Complex Problem-Solving

Analytical and Critical Thinker

Thrive Under Pressure

Management Team Leadership

Joekulesza.com

Remodels and New Construction

Labor Relations

Vendor Negotiations

Lean Methodology

Project Oversight

Inspecting Properties

WORK HISTORY OWNER/OPERATOR 09/2020 to CURRENT

Joe Kulesza Master Carpentry Torrington, CT

Managed day-to-day business operations.

Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions. Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions. Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts and costs.

CARPENTER FOREMAN 03/2018 to 09/2020

Liljajdahl Bros. Inc. West Hartford, Conneticut Inspected work performed by carpentry crews to check completion of job specifications.

Supervised teams of up to Number employees, answering questions and providing feedback on work progress.

Coordinated movement of materials and equipment to job sites, verifying supply readiness prior to project start.

Observed all OSHA and corporate safety regulations and procedures to prevent mishaps and injuries on job sites.

PROPERTY MANAGER MASTER CARPENTER 10/2002 to 04/2018 Anne Bass South Kent, CT

Verified income, assets and expenses and completed file tracking sheet for each applicant.

Monitored progress of construction and maintenance projects and notified appropriate individuals of project updates, delays and schedule changes. Coordinated with janitorial and engineering staff on maintenance and upkeep.

Handled disciplinary actions, performance appraisals and terminations of company staff.

Developed, reviewed and submitted property operating and capital budgets.

Prepared specifications, solicited bids and approved subcontracts for building services.

Decreased operating costs Number% by implementing cost control procedures.

CARPENTER FOREMAN 09/2001 to 11/2006

New Tech Installations Inc. Middletown, Conneticut Inspected work performed by carpentry crews to check completion of job specifications.

Supervised teams of up to Number employees, answering questions and providing feedback on work progress.

Coordinated movement of materials and equipment to job sites, verifying supply readiness prior to project start.

Observed all OSHA and corporate safety regulations and procedures to prevent mishaps and injuries on job sites.

Kept accurate records of materials used, employee timesheets, client issues and accident reports.

Addressed employee issues and conflicts, applying listening and communication skills to promote quick resolution.

Reviewed and approved time and attendance records of carpentry crews. Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.

Directed projects according to schedule and quality demands. Communicated with stakeholders on job milestones.

RENOVATIONS CARPENTER 06/1997 to 08/2001

Charlotte Hungerford Hospital Torrington, CT

Checked measurements and completed accurate cuts to prevent materials waste and maintain cost controls.

Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring and cabinetry. Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.

Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.

Organized project work by reading blueprints and assessing job specifications to determine optimal plans.

Planned projects by identifying necessary equipment, tools, and required assistance.

Completed precise joining and high-quality finish work by properly anchoring and bracing structures.

Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.

Installed drywall, ceilings, trim and fabricated replacement trim and moldings.

Built and hung custom doors and frames.

Calculated dimensions and amount of needed materials by accurately measuring job site and structures.

Installed interior doors and hardware, accessories, cubicle curtain tracks and TV brackets.

Completed tasks according to technical document requirements and specifications to work with accuracy.

Read and interpreted blueprints and construction documents to determine project directives.

EDUCATION Honors Level Classes 07/1986

Torrington High School, Torrington, CT

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