David E Messier
Leduc,AB
Summary
Owner with excellent marketing, customer service and facility oversight skills and more than 30 years of experience. Highly effective and comfortable working with people at all levels in organization.
Problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet goals.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Li'l Family Contracting
04.2011 - 12.2024
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing exceptional service.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Established strong customer relationships through excellent communication and attentive service.
- Strengthened company reputation by consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations in terms of quality products/services offered.
Cabinet Maker
Prairie West Millwork
04.2010 - 06.2012
- Installed hardware such as drawer pulls, hinges, and handles.
- Read and interpreted design plans to understand project specifications.
- Maintained safe and organized workspace to minimize risk of injury.
- Installation understanding
- Measured and cut materials to specified dimensions to achieve precise fit.
- Inspected completed cabinets for quality assurance.
- Constructed custom cabinets for residential and commercial spaces using varied hand and power tools.
- Reduced waste by accurately measuring and cutting materials, minimizing the need for rework or additional purchases.
- Repaired cabinets and cabinet parts.
- Assembled cabinet components using glue and mechanical fasteners to create strong, durable products.
- Assisted in the installation of finished cabinetry onsite for seamless integration into existing structures or new construction projects.
Custom Woodworker
Regal Mantles
08.1992 - 06.2010
- Making and installing custom fireplace surrounds as well as some cabinetry assembling.
- Designing and installing custom fireplace surrounds.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering high-quality custom woodworking projects tailored to individual needs.
- Completed general finish work and sanding.
- Measured and cut materials in adherence to schematic drawings.
- Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of sanders, saws and routers.
- Packaged finished products and facilitated shipment.
- Reviewed job specifications to determine necessary tools and materials.
- Chose appropriate lumber and supplies for [Number] projects based on wood species, project type, client needs and budgets.
- Proactively managed projects to obtain [Number]% customer satisfaction for custom work.
- Utilized diverse hand tools to fabricate and assemble store fixtures and cabinets.
- Set up and safely operated woodworking equipment, routers, table saws and belt sanders.
- Constructed standard and custom items from wood.
- Drafted diagrams and cut lists for each project to define layouts, correct construction methods, and required materials.
- Completed hardware installations and reassembled finished products.
- Followed drawings and measurement specifications to accurately construct products.
- Reviewed work orders and blueprints to prepare appropriate materials.
- Attached hardware such as handles, knobs and hinges to connect and complete pieces.
- Counted materials inventory daily to identify low stock and plan orders.
- Trimmed sections of new construction to meet existing structure or joints to fit together tightly.
Education
High School Diploma -
High School
Asquith, SK06-1987
Skills
- Customer relations
- Small business operations
- Verbal and written communication
- Project estimating
Languages
English
Professional Working
Timeline
Owner
Li'l Family Contracting
04.2011 - 12.2024
Cabinet Maker
Prairie West Millwork
04.2010 - 06.2012
Custom Woodworker
Regal Mantles
08.1992 - 06.2010
High School Diploma -
High School
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