Abram Markillie
Gig Harbor WA
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CAREER OBJECTIVE
Seeking a position in the maintenance industry that will allow me to grow and develop my multifaceted technical skills. I am looking to work in a supportive environment, where I have opportunities for advancement.
VOLUNTEERING AND TRAINING
Maintenance and skilled tradesman, American Legion Post 160, Seattle WA 12/2020-10/2024
Maintained building day to day operations and facilities management
Maintained all landscaping and grounds keeping
Kept good scheduling and functions of rental clientele and potential clients
On a daily basis, cooked meals for 12 to 42 homeless individuals, including veterans
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Temp, Westsound Workforce, Gig Harbor WA 06/2025-present
Temporary odd jobs, unload container trucks, warehouse duties and projects.
Warehouse Production, Watson furniture, Poulsbo WA 01/2025 - 04/2025
Stained, prepped and installed hardware for custom office furniture. Learned new techniques and skills with various hand tools and heavy machinery. Increased team building skills, using a positive, upbeat attitude.
Cook, Mirabella Seattle, Seattle WA 08/2019 - 09/2020
Hot Line Grill Chef. Sautéed, blanched, roasted and grilled meats and vegetables for a well-established, very organized company. Learned and demonstrated many new knife techniques and skills, which strongly supported palatability and timeliness.
Cook, Compass One, Seattle WA 01/2018 - 02/2019
Cooked and prepared meals for Amazon employees in the Doppler building. Demonstrated excellent customer skills with a positive attitude. Suggested and prepared new soups and salad items, while implementing a variety of new menu items.
Cook, Pioneer College Catering, Kirkland WA 06/2017 - 05/2020
Prepared dinner for up to 600 Northwest University students and staff. Menu included pizzas, rotisserie, salads, wraps and other menu items.
Owner, Abe Markillie’s Landscaping, Bainbridge Island WA 02/2011 - 04/2017
General landscaping, including thorough knowledge of all mowing equipment and edging. Knowledge of Pacific Northwest horticulture and relevant pruning and weeding techniques. General minor exterior construction and painting. Managed all operating, maintenance and labor costs.
Owner, Markillie’s Painting, Bainbridge Island WA 08/2010 - 12/2016
Painting, prepped all surfaces for high-end residential residences on Bainbridge Island. Supplied all tools and coverings to complete job projects within projected time frames. Strong focus on work completed during daylight hours to ensure quality and to meet clients’ estimated budget.
Shift Supervising Cook, Messenger House Care Center, Bainbridge Is. WA 08/2009 – 08/2010
Prepped and prepared meals for 92 bed long term healthcare facility. Food Handlers certification. Supervised kitchen staff for PM shift and occasionally the AM shift
Assistant Dietary Mgr., Island Health and Rehabilitation Ctr, Bainbridge Is. WA 10/1998 - 08/2008
Prepped and prepared meals for a 68-bed long-term care facility. Succulent, delicious prepared meals to meet a decisive, on-time schedule. Managed a kitchen staff of seven to nine individuals. Acquired ServSafe Class and Food Handler’s certification.
TRAINING
SKILLS
Painting, construction, landscaping
Time management
Detailed orientated
Staff management
-Led monthly meetings on policies and events
-Liaison between upper management and staff
References Available Upon Request