JAMES HEATH
Toledo
Summary
Quality-focused and reliable professional with experience in remodeling and building. Skilled in insulation, painting, roofing and landscaping. Strong knowledge of power tools and remodeling techniques.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Handyman
Self-employeed
Toledo
12.2025 - Current
- Performed general repairs and maintenance for residential clients.
- Performed general repairs including plumbing, electrical, and carpentry tasks.
- Installed fixtures, appliances, and furniture to enhance functionality and aesthetics.
- Performed regular inspections to proactively identify and address repair needs.
- Guided clients on home maintenance projects and provided tailored improvement suggestions.
Construction Framer
John Heath construction
Toledo
03.2025 - 12.2025
- Constructed frameworks for residential buildings using wood and metal materials.
- Interpreted blueprints and building plans to ensure accurate framing.
- Read blueprints or instructions to determine the type of framing required.
- Measured and cut lumber to specified size, using power saws and hand tools.
- Assisted in measuring and cutting materials to precise dimensions.
- Aligned frames with plumb bobs, levels and laser equipment.
- Installed window frames into walls before covering them with drywall.
- Installed doors, windows, and roofing components following specifications.
- Framed interior wall partitions made of gypsum board or other materials.
- Constructed stairways from pre-cut stringers and risers.
- Operated power tools and machinery for efficient construction processes.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain safety standards on job sites.
- Conducted inspections of framing work for quality assurance and compliance.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas to promote efficiency and safety.
Drywall Finisher
MCDar Drywall
Fayetteville
05.2020 - 02.2025
- Applied joint compound to seams and nail holes for a smooth finish.
- Sanded finished drywall to achieve a uniform surface texture.
- Finished joints with taping knives, float coats, and sanding tools.
- Installed corner beads and trim to secure edges during finishing.
- Repaired damaged drywall by removing old material, cutting new pieces to size, installing them in place, applying joint compound, and sanding when necessary.
- Inspected finished work for quality and compliance with specifications.
- Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance and safety.
- Maintained a clean job site at all times.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure project timelines were met.
- Completed drywall finish work with exceptional quality and efficiency.
- Prepared drywall surfaces for finishing using tools and techniques.
Construction Framer
Dave Heath construction
Charleston
02.2018 - 02.2020
Manager
Illinois officials Grain Inspection
Teutopolis
04.2011 - 02.2018
- Managed staff performance and provided training on inspection standards.
- Oversaw compliance with federal and state agricultural regulations.
- Implemented quality control measures to ensure accurate grain assessments.
- Developed operational strategies to enhance efficiency in inspections.
- Monitored staff performance and addressed issues.
- Enforced customer service standards and resolved customer problems to uphold quality service.
- Trained employees on additional job positions to maintain coverage of roles.
- Provided leadership during times of organizational change or crisis situations.
- Recruited and hired qualified candidates to fill open positions.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss progress and identify areas of improvement.
- Resolved conflicts between employees by providing guidance on company policies and procedures.
- Led team meetings and one-on-one coaching sessions to continuously improve performance.
- Facilitated problem resolution between clients and inspection teams.
- Coordinated communication between state officials and grain industry stakeholders.
- Directed daily operations of grain inspection processes and procedures.
- And graDirected daily operations of grain inspection processes and procedures.
- Maintained up-to-date records of employee attendance, payroll information, vacation requests.
- Led team meetings and one-on-one coaching sessions to continuously improve performance.
Concrete finished
Country materials / EIP
Charleston
01.2005 - 07.2011
- Finished concrete surfaces to ensure smoothness and durability.
- Applied sealants and curing compounds for surface protection.
- Monitored weather conditions to determine optimal work times.
- Maintained tools and equipment for safe, effective operation.
Drywall Finisher
D & M DRYWALL
Charleston
07.2005 - 05.2010
Drywall Finisher
Percey Drywall
Mattoon
05.1996 - 04.2005
Construction Framer
Dave Heath construction
Charleston
02.1988 - 07.1996
Education
Charleston High
Charleston, ILSkills
Framing construction
- Blueprint interpretation
- Drywall
- Flooring installation
- Window installation
- Siding
- Roofing gutters
- Concrete work
- Carpentry techniques
- Trim carpenter
Timeline
Handyman
Self-employeed
12.2025 - Current
Construction Framer
John Heath construction
03.2025 - 12.2025
Drywall Finisher
MCDar Drywall
05.2020 - 02.2025
Construction Framer
Dave Heath construction
02.2018 - 02.2020
Manager
Illinois officials Grain Inspection
04.2011 - 02.2018
Drywall Finisher
D & M DRYWALL
07.2005 - 05.2010
Concrete finished
Country materials / EIP
01.2005 - 07.2011
Drywall Finisher
Percey Drywall
05.1996 - 04.2005
Construction Framer
Dave Heath construction
02.1988 - 07.1996
Charleston High