Benjamin Bateman
Crescent Valley,British Columbia
Summary
Knowledgeable individual skilled in multiple trades, including electrical, plumbing and carpentry. Successful General Contractor successful working with various personalities and meeting very tight deadlines on variety of commercial and residential projects.
Detail-oriented, organized and meticulous. Works at fast pace to meet tight deadlines. Enthusiastic team player ready to contribute to company success.
Creative Business Owner with exceptional background spent in retail and product development. Proven leader with engaging demeanor and success working in most demanding environments. Talented in training and mentoring successful teams.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Licensed General Contractor
Playmor Contracting LTD
03.2018 - 11.2023
- Adhered to building codes and regulations in planning and construction phases for full project compliance.
- Maintained optimal cost controls by making affordable supplier purchases and negotiating lower prices.
- Kept site work safe and in line with budget, schedule, and applicable building codes.
- Mentored and trained construction crews on best practices for high-performing site teams.
- Performed regular inspections of job sites to verify staff and subcontractor observance of important safety protocols.
- Hired and oversaw subcontractors to meet project needs.
- Obtained construction permits and verified compliance with relevant regulations.
- Used computer software to design construction plans and perform calculations.
Freelance Graphic Designer
Grassroots California
10.2013 - 09.2019
- Created broad range of work using various design techniques.
- Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
- Collaborated with content and marketing teams to confirm design compliance with brand guidelines.
- Edited and enhanced existing artwork and graphics.
- Developed graphics and visual content for social media campaigns.
- Created artwork for product packaging and promotional materials.
- Applied color theory and composition techniques to construct appealing designs.
Retail Store Owner
Nada Brahma Art And Style
02.2016 - 02.2018
- Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Studied market to determine optimal pricing of goods and capitalize on emerging opportunities.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
Apprentice Electrician
Kootenay Lake Electrical
04.2011 - 01.2014
- Worked under supervision of Journeyman Electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
- Understood and used proper tools and equipment to install and maintain electrical systems.
- Pulled wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors.
- Organized materials and tools in to maintain clean and neat work areas.
- Helped complete system installations, digging trenches, and breaking up concrete.
- Tested continuity of circuits using test equipment to verify compatibility and safety of systems following installation, replacement, or repair.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers and other components to create working electrical systems.
- Learned and followed latest electrical codes and regulations to deliver compliant electrical systems.
- Spliced, joined and connected wire to fixtures and other electrical components.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
- Connected appropriate parts to deliver power to audio and visual equipment, signaling devices and heating or air conditioning systems.
Project Coordinator
Trico Homes
01.2010 - 03.2011
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
- Managed competing demands and professionally adapted to frequent change, delays and unexpected events.
- Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.
- Verified quality of deliverables and conformance to specifications before submitting to clients.
- Sourced, vetted and managed contractors needed to accomplish project goals.
Tattoo Apprentice
Roadside Tattoo
05.2007 - 10.2009
- Maintained schedule and kept appointment times.
- Grew client base by marketing services.
- Created custom tattoo designs for customers.
- Utilized photographs and sketches from customers to develop ideas.
- Kept areas neat and clean and equipment sanitized.
- Performed clean, high-quality work at all times.
- Collaborated in team-based environment to maximize customer satisfaction with services.
Education
Electrical Apprenticeship -
Selkirk College
Nelson, BC03.2011
Personal Intellectual Advancement
Selkirk College
Nelson, BC06.2010
High School Diploma -
Mount Baker Secondary School
Cranbrook, BC06.2009
Skills
- Project Safety
- Safety Procedures
- Schematic Diagrams
- Technical Sketches
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Retail Space Planning
- 3D Modeling
- Consumer Product Development
- Logo Designing
- Develop Concepts
- Concept Visualization
- Art Consultation
- Project Creation
- Operational Efficiency
- Customer Inquiries
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Electrical and Mechanical Schematics
- Lighting Systems
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Code Compliance
Timeline
Licensed General Contractor
Playmor Contracting LTD
03.2018 - 11.2023
Retail Store Owner
Nada Brahma Art And Style
02.2016 - 02.2018
Freelance Graphic Designer
Grassroots California
10.2013 - 09.2019
Apprentice Electrician
Kootenay Lake Electrical
04.2011 - 01.2014
Project Coordinator
Trico Homes
01.2010 - 03.2011
Tattoo Apprentice
Roadside Tattoo
05.2007 - 10.2009
Electrical Apprenticeship -
Selkirk College
Personal Intellectual Advancement
Selkirk College
High School Diploma -
Mount Baker Secondary School
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