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Jake Ford

Jake Ford

Etobicoke,Ontario

Summary

Skilled Home Renovator with background in comprehensive residential remodeling and restoration. Possesses strong knowledge of building codes, construction best practices, project management, and team leadership. Known for delivering high-quality results while ensuring client satisfaction through clear communication and problem-solving skills. Made a significant impact on past projects by enhancing the functionality and value of properties.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Home Renovator

Muddy York Contracting
Etobicoke, Ontario
10.2021 - Current
  • Completed interior and exterior renovations by managing all phases of projects.
  • Designed layouts for walls, utilities, and cabinets based on client plans.
  • Performed concrete pouring, flooring installation, plastering, painting, and trimming work.
  • Mentored new employees while maintaining effective communication with clients throughout projects.

Material Handler and Assistant Carpenter

The Deck Store
Oakville, Ontario
04.2021 - 10.2025
  • Managed material preparation, packaging, and loading for timely deliveries from specified lists.
  • Delivered materials to clients and job sites, ensuring accurate unloading.
  • Removed existing structures and constructed new decks, fences, and pergolas with wood and metal framing.
  • Received and distributed incoming materials to designated areas.
  • Ensured compliance with safety regulations while operating material handling equipment.

Barista and Baker

Full of Beans
04.2016 - 04.2021
  • Monitored inventory and maintained supply levels for efficient operations.
  • Managed POS systems and performed cash register reconciliation nightly.
  • Placed orders with suppliers for delivery of products required for daily operations.
  • Trained new baristas on company policies and procedures regarding food handling safety standards.

Education

Advanced Diploma - Architectural Technology

Humber Polytechnic (Formerly Humber College)
Toronto, ON
01.2023 - 06.2025

Master of Architecture - Architecture

Boston Architectural College
Boston

Skills

  • Building codes
  • Sustainable design
  • 3D modeling
  • Construction documentation
  • Client communication
  • Time management
  • Problem solving
  • Team collaboration

Volunteer Experience

  • Lakeshore Grounds Interpretive Centre, 2022-Present,

Worked on event setup, takedown, and management. Assisted in Gallery installations and openings.

  • LAMP Community Health Centre, 2018-Present,

 I have set up, taken down, and assisted in running events, prepared food, and assisted clients in finding resources to help them. I assisted in managing an d coordinating volunteers during events.

  • South Etobicoke Land Trust, Founding board member and current secretary, 2023-Present,

Advocating for the creation of affordable housing in the community, consulting on construction queries, supporting with bylaw creation, membership drive, grant writing and event planning. Created and gave presentations about community needs and educational information to groups of 50 plus.

Accomplishments

  • Award of Merit Of Community Recognition — June 2023
  • The Toronto Society of Architects Scholarship — November 2023

References

References available upon request.

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Software

Revit

Autocad

Adobe Sutie

Microsoft Suite

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Portfolio

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Timeline

Advanced Diploma - Architectural Technology

Humber Polytechnic (Formerly Humber College)
01.2023 - 06.2025

Home Renovator

Muddy York Contracting
10.2021 - Current

Material Handler and Assistant Carpenter

The Deck Store
04.2021 - 10.2025

Barista and Baker

Full of Beans
04.2016 - 04.2021

Master of Architecture - Architecture

Boston Architectural College
Jake Ford