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Philip Garrie

Philip Garrie

Niagara Falls,ON

Summary

Versatile Contractor with a proven track record in residential and commercial construction, showcasing expertise in blueprint interpretation and worksite safety. At Super 8, enhanced facility efficiency and guest satisfaction through meticulous maintenance and repair. Known for adaptability and exceptional customer service, consistently delivers projects that exceed expectations while maintaining cost-effectiveness.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Contractor

Self-Employed
Niagara Falls, Ontario
01.2017 - Current
  • Created plans to propose solutions to problems related to efficiency, costs or profits.
  • Minimized waste and negotiated supplier purchases to reduce expenses and maintain cost-effectiveness.
  • Reviewed and interpreted blueprints, specifications, and other technical documents to ensure accurate project execution.
  • Performed regular inspections to ensure quality control standards were being met throughout the project life cycle.
  • Facilitated training sessions for new employees on company policies and procedures.
  • Kept clients informed about progress status updates throughout the entire process.
  • Established work, budgets and construction timelines to manage and plan projects.
  • Analyzed bids from subcontractors prior to awarding contracts in order to obtain best value services.
  • Provided guidance and training to new team members as needed in order to meet performance goals.
  • Resolved any problems encountered during the course of construction work.
  • Determined consumer needs to provide products and services appealing to larger market.

Hotel Maintenance

Super 8
Niagara Falls, Ontario
  • Performed daily maintenance and repair of all hotel guest rooms, public areas and back-of-house facilities.
  • Assisted with the installation and maintenance of utility systems, such as water, gas, and electricity.
  • Conducted routine maintenance of surface miner equipment such as cleaning, lubrication, and minor repairs.
  • Performed regular maintenance and service on mechanical equipment.
  • Maintained an up-to-date knowledge of hotel services, amenities, rates.

Landscaper

Stevensville Lawn Care
Stevensville, Ontario
  • Ensured proper disposal of all waste generated from job sites.
  • Provided proper upkeep of planters, paved areas or other grounds features.
  • Applied fertilizers and pesticides according to safety regulations.
  • Repaired walkways with pavers or concrete blocks when needed.
  • Pruned and trimmed trees and shrubs with shears and pruning saws.
  • Applied mulch and burlap coverings to bushes and trees for winter.
  • Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shape.
  • Followed planned landscaping designs to lay sod, seed grass or plant flowers and foliage.
  • Operated machinery such as bobcats or tractors when necessary.

Education

High School Diploma -

St. Paul High School
Niagara Falls, ON

Skills

  • Residential construction
  • Worksite safety
  • Power and hand tool operation
  • Demolition techniques
  • Customer service
  • Safety
  • Conflict resolution
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Blueprint interpretation
  • Plumbing
  • Equipment management
  • Equipment Repair
  • Electrical
  • Drywalling
  • Painting and finishing
  • Equipment installation
  • Concrete work
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Roofing
  • Commercial construction experience

Certification

Forklift Certification

0-18 Ton Mobile Crane license

Raised Platform Certification

Working in Heights Certificate

W.I.M.I.S

Timeline

Contractor

Self-Employed
01.2017 - Current

Hotel Maintenance

Super 8

Landscaper

Stevensville Lawn Care

High School Diploma -

St. Paul High School
Philip Garrie