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John Steelman

Edwardsville,IL

Summary


Skilled carpentry professional with strong foundation in residential and commercial construction. Known for precise craftsmanship, effective teamwork, and adaptability to changing project needs. Strong expertise in blueprint reading, framing, finishing, and installation, electrical and plumbing.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Carpenter

Steelman Construction
2013 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Installed insulation, trim and other finishing touches.
  • Measured, cut and installed drywall, paneling and other materials.
  • Repaired damaged doors, windows and other structures.
  • Shaped or cut materials to specified measurements using hand tools, machines and power saws.
  • Assembled and installed furniture and cabinetry.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints and construction documents to determine project directives.
  • Specialized in specific carpentry tasks such as framing, finish work, or restoration projects to provide clients with tailored services and high-quality results.
  • Built and hung custom doors and frames.

Carpenter/Job Foreman

Limbaugh Construction
2008 - 2013
  • Collaborated with experienced carpenters to understand building codes and regulations.
  • Specialized in specific carpentry tasks such as framing, finish work, or restoration projects to provide clients with tailored services and high-quality results.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
  • Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by consistently meeting project deadlines and maintaining high-quality craftsmanship in all carpentry work.
  • Collaborated with other construction workers to coordinate projects and streamline process.
  • Led team of carpenters in large-scale residential projects, fostering collaborative environment and ensuring high standards of workmanship.

Carpenter/Job Foreman

Ellinger Winfield
1996 - 2008
  • Assisted in measuring, cutting, and shaping wood materials for various construction projects.
  • Learned to operate hand and power tools safely and efficiently under supervision.
  • Supported team members in assembling structures according to blueprints and specifications.
  • Maintained a clean and organized worksite to promote safety and efficiency.
  • Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
  • Contributed to successful completion of residential and commercial projects by skillfully installing cabinetry, doors, windows, and flooring materials.
  • Assisted in training new carpenters to demonstrate techniques, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
  • Built and hung custom doors and frames.
  • Inspected buildings to identify repair needs.
  • Oversaw subcontractor relationships, ensuring all parties adhered to contracts and delivered quality workmanship within agreed-upon timelines.

Education

Vocational - Carpentry

Southern Illinois Carpenters Joint Apprenticeship
Belleville, IL
1998

Skills

  • Customer relations
  • Small business operations
  • Relationship building
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Project estimating
  • Attention to detail
  • Decision-making
  • Scheduling

Timeline

Vocational - Carpentry

Southern Illinois Carpenters Joint Apprenticeship

Owner/Carpenter

Steelman Construction
2013 - Current

Carpenter/Job Foreman

Limbaugh Construction
2008 - 2013

Carpenter/Job Foreman

Ellinger Winfield
1996 - 2008

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