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James Fluit

Leesburg

Summary

Resourceful Builder known for productivity and efficient task completion. Familiar with project management, blueprint interpretation, and sustainable building practices. Good communication, problem-solving, and teamwork skills ensure successful project delivery.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Builder/Owner

Jim The Builder LLC
Leesburg
05.2004 - Current
  • Constructed residential buildings following blueprints and specifications.
  • Operated heavy machinery for site preparation and material handling.
  • Collaborated with subcontractors to ensure project timelines were met.
  • Inspected work sites for safety compliance and quality standards.
  • Assisted in estimating project costs and material requirements.
  • Communicated with clients to address concerns and provide project updates.
  • Used hand tools and power tools to complete builds.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while adhering to tight deadlines.
  • Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.
  • Dug ditches or trenches, backfilled excavations or compacted and leveled earth to grade specifications.
  • Managed daily operations for construction projects and client communications.
  • Performed demolition tasks to prepare sites for new construction.

Heavy Equipment Operator

Dykstra Excavating
Grand Rapids
04.2011 - 07.2019
  • Operated heavy machinery for excavation projects efficiently and safely.
  • Conducted daily equipment inspections to ensure proper functioning and safety compliance.
  • Adhered to safety protocols while operating equipment on job sites.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading materials for construction projects.
  • Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
  • Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
  • Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
  • Assisted with the installation of underground utilities such as sewer lines and water mains.
  • Operated heavy equipment to demolish current structures, remove plants or trees and clear property of debris.
  • Followed worker hand signals to align machines, cutterheads or depth gauge makers with reference stakes and guidelines.
  • Operated compactors, scrapers or rollers to level and compact refuse at disposal grounds.
  • Completed routine inspections on vehicles.
  • Operated equipment to remove debris, snow or other equipment from streets and work areas.

Martial Arts Instructor

Wild At Heart Owls
Grand Rapids
05.2003 - 05.2012
  • Instructed students in various martial arts techniques and forms.
  • Developed lesson plans tailored to individual student needs and skill levels.
  • Created a positive learning atmosphere that encouraged respect and personal growth.
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans for martial arts classes.
  • Instructed students on proper technique of punches, kicks, throws, holds, blocks and self-defense tactics.
  • Provided one-on-one coaching for advanced level students who needed extra attention or assistance with specific skills.
  • Maintained accurate records of attendance, grades and other relevant information pertaining to each student's progress.
  • Instilled discipline and respect in students, as well as proper dojang etiquette.

Education

High School Diploma -

Plymouth Christian Schools
Grand Rapids, MI
06-1994

Skills

  • Project management
  • Blueprint reading
  • Equipment operation
  • Safety inspection
  • Client communication
  • Cost estimation
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Site inspections
  • Building codes knowledge

Certification

  • Licensed Builder in Grand Rapids MI for 25 years
  • Certified mold remediation 2008-2012
  • Certified Aikido Instructor 2006-2019
  • Wild At Heart Aikido Dojo 2010-2013
  • Registered Builder in Indiana 2022-2025

Affiliations

  • Hunting
  • Fishing
  • Raising and training Horses
  • Family time

Timeline

Heavy Equipment Operator

Dykstra Excavating
04.2011 - 07.2019

Builder/Owner

Jim The Builder LLC
05.2004 - Current

Martial Arts Instructor

Wild At Heart Owls
05.2003 - 05.2012

High School Diploma -

Plymouth Christian Schools

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