Skilled in overseeing and performing a broad spectrum of general maintenance tasks, including painting, drywall construction, carpentry, electrical work, appliance installation, and plumbing. Proficient in building custom woodworking pieces like furniture and home decor items.
Overview
49
49
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Qwner/operator
Birchwood Design Woodworking
01.2016 - Current
Delivered high-quality Handyman services to multiple clients
Proficiently handled the assembly and installation of customers' furniture purchases, with a focus on popular brands such as Ikea and Wayfair.
Designed and constructed various sizes of decks ranging from 5x8 feet to 12x20 feet
Provided exceptional customer service throughout the design and build process of small bathrooms and kitchens
Collaborated closely with clients to successfully execute their unique custom furniture pieces.
Successfully coordinated and executed the project management of extensive home renovations involving plumbing upgrades, electrical rewiring, installation of partition walls, flooring replacement, and painting
Manager
Decathlon Developments
01.1987 - 01.2016
Managed a small renovation business, ensuring timely completion of all projects
Efficiently supervised job schedules and costs to meet deadlines and financial targets
Built trust and created a comfortable environment for customers through direct interaction.
Managed a team of laborers to ensure prompt and meticulous project completion
Proficiently installed insulation and drywall
Framed structures using various dimensions of lumber such as 2x4, 2x6, and 2x8.
Installed subfloors and finished wood floors
Demonstrated expertise in ceramic tile installation and grouting techniques
Demonstrated proficiency in light plumbing tasks involving soldering materials like ½” copper pipe and ABS plastic for drains.
Installed bathroom fixtures such as toilets, sinks, taps and more.
Expertly completed installations of crown moulding, baseboard, trim, entrance doors and interior doors
Successfully completed multiple deck and fence projects
Demonstrated expertise and precision in painting and staining techniques
Apprentice Electrician
Saturn Electric
01.1976 - 01.1987
Experienced in residential market working on new home wiring and renovations of older homes
Worked alongside a seasoned mentor to enhance my skills
Effectively mapped out optimal locations for electrical needs based on detailed blueprints.
Drilled and ran wires in both new builds and renovated existing homes
Initiated pre-connections before drywall installation
Installed finishing devices including outlets, switches, plates, and light fixtures
Integrated and linked different elements of furnace thermostats, doorbells, and intercom systems
Responsible for wiring and connecting fuse/breaker panels to hydro feeds
Streamlined final inspection process by testing product functionality like lights, switches and outlets
Fifth-grade Dual Language Teacher at Birchwood Intermediate Elementary SchoolFifth-grade Dual Language Teacher at Birchwood Intermediate Elementary School