Dan Wakeman

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RESUME OF DAN WAKEMAN

Objective: Work with a company where I can utilize My skills and assets to benefit the company yet gain certain mutual benefits for my efforts.

Work Experience

August 2010 to Present:

“Projects Unlimited” (self-employed)

• Complete kitchen and bathroom remodels

• Basement finishes and remodels

• All types of storm, fire, and water damage repair

• Design / build projects

• All handyman type projects

November 2007 to August 2010:

• A.G. Spanos Company / Maintenance Supervisor

• Was able to maintain tenant retention through a well trained staff whom is dedicated to quick response and a high quality approach to tenant work orders, good communication, and above average workmanship.

• Trained staff on all levels of grounds, building, and pool maintenance.

• Trained staff on proper procedures: to diagnose and repair the most common HVAC problems / Drywall repair and Finishing techniques / electrical circuit troubleshooting and repair / proper painting procedures and techniques / countertop surface repairs / cosmetic cabinetry repairs / wall and floor tile replacement / and much more.

February 1985 to November 2007:

• “Allphase Custom & Creative Carpentry” (self-employed)

• Built 2000sf to 12000sf custom homes

• Light commercial building and remodeling

• All types of remodeling and renovations

• Old Home Specialist: rebuild and/or era match trim moldings and architectural designs / structurally improve or repair foundational dwellings or framing members

• Old furniture repair and restoration

February 2001 to September 11th, 2001:

• Patrick Malloy Communities / Construction Superintendent

• Problem solver for “Mirror Lakes”, “Summer Grove”, and “Avery Park” communities. My primary job was to go to these communities solve customer problems and building disputes and train new superintendents for that community.

June 1999 to February 2001:

• Morrison Homes / construction Superintendent

• Responsible for the construction of custom homes 2000sf to 3500sf in the “Crabapple Woods” and “Summer Grove” communities.

• Duties consisted of plan reviews with new homeowner to lot clearing to the finished turn-key product.

February 1998 to June 1999:

• “Arvida Home Builders” / Construction Superintendent

• Responsible for the construction of 2000sf to 3500sf custom homes.

• Duties consisted of plan reviews with new homeowner to lot clearing to the finished turn-key product.

February 1996 to February 1998:

• “Atlantic Builders” / Construction Superintendent

• Responsible for the construction of 2000sf to 3500sf custom homes.

• Duties consisted of plan reviews with new homeowner to lot clearing to the finished turn-key product.

SKILLS

• Multi-tasking

• Excellent teacher/trainer

• Ability to manage multiple crews

• Estimate and bid jobs

• Thorough knowledge of construction phases and practices

• Operate different types of heavy equipment and machinery

• Have utilized several types of construction scheduling software

• Have utilized seven-point photo scheduling software

CERTIFICATIONS

• Pool / Spa Certification from “National Swimming Foundation”

Received instruction on the many different diseases accumulated in pool water and how to treat as well as prevent them. Also in-depth training on pump filter systems and reagents for checking chemical levels.

• “ Universal Technician” Certification from “ESCO” Institute

Received training on environmental effects that hvac refrigerants have on the environment. Training on various types of cooling systems and their effectiveness.

• “Basic A/C Level I” Certification

HVAC operational theories and functions.

• “Basic A/C Level II” Certification

In-depth study of HVAC systems, their components, and functions.

• “Basic Electricity” Certification

Training on the various types / phases of electricity. Received an understanding of the properties of electricity, and how to calculate loads for different tools and appliances. Troubleshooting electrical problems and how to repair.

• “Fair Housing” Certification from Grace Hill Institute

Training on the laws governing tenants rights, maximum occupants per square foot of living space, disability rights, and additional options available to handi-capped persons. Rules governing the location and accessability of public amenities, etc.

• “Workplace Harrassment Training Program”

Training on the various laws and their descriptions governing workplace ethics, routines, and authoritative limits of managers and owners. Training on what type of gestures whether male or female are acceptable and the penalties for those not acceptable.

• “Multi-Cultural Buyers” Course

Extensive training on the various cultures from around the world, their impact, and how they affect our community. By understanding the various cultures, we are able to help accommodate their cultural needs. Especially helpful when locating a homesite to build on, or knowing what type of colors are acceptable to put on the walls of their new home. These are just (2) examples, there is much more to consider.

• NSPF- Pool and Spa Safety Act Certification

Training on anti-entrapment devices requires on all pools nationwide. This is called the “Virginia Graeme Baker Pool and Spa Safety Act”. Basically implemented by government to prevent the accidental drowning of persons whom have been subject to the strong suction of pool pump systems at the suction ports of pools and have been unable to release themselves to prevent drowning.

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