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Overview
Work History
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Certification
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Walter Gator Smith

Walter Gator Smith

North Charleston,SC

Summary

Versatile and results-driven professional with extensive experience in construction and renovation, notably with Reliable Renovation/Home Maintenance. Excelled in project management and customer service, enhancing client satisfaction and loyalty. Demonstrated proficiency in work ethnic and team collaboration, ensuring project success and operational efficiency. Achieved significant improvements in business processes and profitability through strategic planning and effective team leadership.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Labor

Labor Finders
05.2023 - Current

I've done everything from lawn service ,plumbing,heat and air,sheet rock,taping, painting,clean up,trash removal, as well as digging graves.

Business Owner/Operator

Reliable Renovation/Home Maintenance
09.1994 - 10.2017
  • Oversaw end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability.
  • Improved customer satisfaction rates by prioritizing client needs and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Established a loyal customer base through targeted marketing campaigns, referral programs, and personalized customer experiences.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Successfully managed a team of employees, providing guidance, coaching, and performance evaluations to ensure optimal productivity.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with suppliers/vendors to secure favorable pricing agreements for materials/services needed for daily operations.
  • Kept all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance.
  • Managed financial operations effectively by implementing stringent budget controls and regular financial reporting procedures.
  • Fostered a positive work environment that encouraged employee retention, professional development opportunities, and open communication channels.
  • Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
  • Monitored staff performance, providing final-say assessment over inquiries.

Painter/rigger

New York State Thruway Authority
02.1993 - 03.1994

Sand blasting,removing rust as well as epoxy paint from main frame of bridge. Using air tools ie: bumble bees ,scrappers, wire brushes, useig PPE:safety gear,hard hats,harnesses, cables,safety nets..worked of the barges as well as ran safety cables for other workers to attach safety harnesses.Performed over time night time work putting safety cones down for safe work zones to fill pot holes useing,hand rakes,come alongs,shovels ,tampers.

Skills

  • Scheduling
  • Site safety
  • Willingness to learn
  • Construction
  • Attention to detail
  • Job site cleanup
  • Punctual and reliable
  • Team collaboration
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Safety awareness
  • Material handling
  • Job site safety
  • Repetitive work
  • Heavy lifting
  • Physical strength
  • Safety procedures
  • Debris removal
  • Hand-eye coordination
  • Job site organization
  • Plumbing
  • Light carpentry
  • Residential construction
  • Basic carpentry
  • Scaffolding setup
  • Ditch digging
  • Flagging procedures
  • Traffic control devices
  • Signaling techniques
  • Leadership qualities
  • Work zone safety
  • Pedestrian safety
  • Public interaction
  • Traffic control

Certification

South Carolina Flaggers certification

Timeline

Labor

Labor Finders
05.2023 - Current

Business Owner/Operator

Reliable Renovation/Home Maintenance
09.1994 - 10.2017

Painter/rigger

New York State Thruway Authority
02.1993 - 03.1994
Walter Gator Smith