Gordon Blay
Capentery
Aburi,Accar
Work Preference
Summary
A young resilient man able to adapt to changing environments, intense to accept fresh challenges and eager to learn new ideas. Creative with effective communication skills. I am also an effective and collaborative team worker, adaptable and a good learner, motivated and competent.
Dedicated Carpenter with 5 years of experience in carpentry and construction. Excels at analyzing and solving problems using design software and systems knowledge. Dedicated to completing construction projects on time or ahead of schedule. Dedicated Carpenter with 5 years of experience in carpentry and construction. Excels at analyzing and solving problems using design software and systems knowledge. Dedicated to completing construction projects on time or ahead of schedule.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisor/Carpenter/Pergola Specialist
House of Rustic Gallery
02.2020 - Current
- Planned and executed work with proper tools and materials to maximize productivity.
- Planned projects by identifying necessary equipment, tools, and required assistance.
- Completed installations of building structures, trim, flooring, and cabinetry.
- Followed established job site safety regulations and maintained safe and clean work area.
- Measured materials to determine sizes and quantity required for construction project.
- Inspected job sites to identify potential hazards and establish protection and safety standards.
- Assisted in training new carpenters to demonstrate techniques, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Cut, shaped and installed siding, roofing and framing to protect interior of properties from harsh weather conditions.
- Demonstrated close attention to detail to verify quality and accuracy of work.
- Inspected buildings to identify repair needs.\
- 'Managed approximately 5-10 incoming calls, and emails per day from customers.'
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
- Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
- Educated staff on organizational mission and goals to help employees achieve success.
- Evaluated staff performance and provided coaching to address inefficiencies.
- Helped meet changing demands by recommending improvements to business systems or procedures.
Hardware/Software Engineer, Typist/Graphic Designer
Koks Consult
04.2014 - 11.2016
- Typed legal briefs, reports and court petitions using correct legal format and design guidelines for documents.
- Reviewed and corrected digital files of book drafts, story drafts and editorials.
- Designed documents, brochures and contract bids in Adobe InDesign.
- Typed letters, memos and other correspondence for staff, using various software programs.
- Managed approximately 30 incoming calls and emails per day from customers
Typist, Hardware/Software Specialist
Global Networking
01.2012 - 04.2014
- Typed official correspondence and reports from handwritten notes and other information sources.
- Created and modified corporate documents and forms.
- Organized and maintained precise confidential personnel files.
- Corrected, modified and upgraded software to improve performance.
- Designed documents, brochures and contract bids in Adobe InDesign.
- Typed letters, memos and other correspondence for staff, using various software programs.
- Prepared statistical reports with relevant company data and statistics.
- Reviewed and corrected digital files of book drafts, story drafts and editorials.
- Transcribed meeting minutes into digital format and stored in data repository.
- Typed legal briefs, reports and court petitions using correct legal format and design guidelines for documents.
- Organized and prioritized proofreading, spell checking, document filing and data entry.
- Accurately typed 150 words per minute with no errors.
Software/Hardware and I.T Specialist
Power House Pub
12.2011 - 01.2012
- Tested new software and hardware prior to deployment.
- Installed, configured and maintained computer systems and network connections.
- Diagnosed and troubleshot hardware, software and network issues.
- Removed malware, ransomware, and other threats from laptops and desktop systems.
- Configured and tested new software and hardware.
- Managed approximately 30 incoming calls, emails and faxes per day from customers
Sound Engineer
Piano School of Music
09.2016 - 2019
- Controlled microphones, sound levels and outputs to produce high-quality tracks for variety of clients.
- Recorded speech and music in digital formats.
- Mixed and mastered vocal arrangements and music compositions,, and optimized songs, and albums.
- Maintained and repaired sound equipment.
- Enhanced sound quality and added various sound effects to recordings.
- Set up and tested equipment prior to events, broadcasts, and recordings.
- Managed approximately 30 incoming calls, and emails per day from customers
Education
Senior High School Certificate Examination - Visual Art, Painting, Graphic Design, Picture Making
Preset Pacesetters
Madina, Accra08-2011
Basic Education Certificate Examination - Technical in Construction
Kemp Methodist Junior High School
Aburi04-2007
Skills
- The period of working has made me proficient in the use of some specialized computer designing software like Photoshop, Fireworks Graphic Suit, Corel Draw Graphic Suit and Microsoft office and good customer relations and leadership
- Woodwork assembly
- Wood restoration
- Commercial construction experience
- Residential construction
- Building renovation
Accomplishments
- Completed more than 6 kitchens and custom built-ins, decks and patios.
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Led major renovations on old residential properties prior to city auctions.
- Completed construction of 10 of homes in projected time frame.
Languages
English
Elementary (A2)
Akuapem Dialect
Timeline
Supervisor/Carpenter/Pergola Specialist
House of Rustic Gallery
02.2020 - Current
Sound Engineer
Piano School of Music
09.2016 - 2019
Hardware/Software Engineer, Typist/Graphic Designer
Koks Consult
04.2014 - 11.2016
Typist, Hardware/Software Specialist
Global Networking
01.2012 - 04.2014
Software/Hardware and I.T Specialist
Power House Pub
12.2011 - 01.2012
Senior High School Certificate Examination - Visual Art, Painting, Graphic Design, Picture Making
Preset Pacesetters
Basic Education Certificate Examination - Technical in Construction
Kemp Methodist Junior High School
References
- Joseph Nii, Chartey, Senior Pastor, 0205076907, 0246573449, Living Life Pentecostal Min.
- Newton Addo, Beatson, Manager, 0279866856, Global Networking
Interests
Internet literacy, Music, Piano, Painting pictures, Readings
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Personal Attributes
- Enjoy challenges
- Good communication skills
- Result oriented
- Excellent organization and time management skills
- Proven ability to work promptly and efficiently under pressure and meet deadlines with minimum supervision
- Ready to work on my own if necessary
- Proven ability to work with colleagues as a team
- Demonstrated customer service experience working with multicultural populace
- Possess a good sense of humor and an open and warm approach
Quote
The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.
Walt Disney