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45 yrs experienced framing /carpenter/foreman (Southern ill-Western Ky -Tenn)
education completed:
associates
license info:
Kentucky LLC
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Vienna, IL 62995 | Paducah, KY 42001
Owner & CEO, House2Home Post Frame and Remodeling LLC
Target Territory: Southern Illinois, Western Kentucky, Missouri, and Tennessee
Summary of Professional Qualifications
Highly accomplished and versatile Construction Contractor, Master Builder, and Business Owner with over 45 years of continuous hands-on experience in the trades. Features a powerful 18-year tenure within the Carpenters & Millwrights Union, specializing in high-end, turnkey new home construction from the ground up. Proven track record of regional structural mastery, specializing in custom residential new builds, followed by premier post-frame construction (barndominiums, pole barns, monitor-style buildings), detached garages, extensive structural additions, and comprehensive remodeling. Demonstrates exceptional capabilities across all phases of construction, from advanced blueprint drafting and concrete foundation design to structural framing, custom stair systems, cabinetry, precision drywall finishing, and painting. Recognized for superior project management, direct-to-consumer client relations, and a robust professional network stretching across Illinois, Kentucky, Missouri, and Tennessee. Fully credentialed in highly regulated industrial environments with surface and underground mining certifications, alongside up-to-date CPR and safety training.
Core Competencies
Primary Specialty – New Home Builds: Expert in complete, turn-key residential new construction, delivering custom homes from layout and foundation to final interior finish.
Post-Frame & Outbuilding Mastery: Custom pole barns, barndominiums, monitor-style buildings, and detached residential garages built to lasting structural specifications.
Additions & Large-Scale Remodeling: Seamlessly matching existing structures for home expansions, structural bedroom-to-bathroom conversions, and complete property transformations.
Union Carpentry & Millwright Expertise: 18 years of strict union-standard precision, mastering structural framing, high-end finish cabinetry, and complex stair systems.
Interior Finishing Mastery: Complete drywall hanging, expert mudding and tape finishing, and premium professional painting.
Exterior Finishes: Commercial-Grade 29-Gauge Pro-Rib Metal Installation, structural roof bolting, premium vinyl siding, and custom replacement window integration.
Industrial & Mining Credentials: Certified Surface Mining, Certified Underground Mining, and CPR/First Aid Certified.
Project Management & Estimating: Full blueprint takeoffs, precision estimating, material procurement, subcontractor coordination, and service agreements.
Professional Experience
Owner, CEO & Master Builder
House2Home Post Frame and Remodeling LLC | Southern Illinois & Western Kentucky
2007 – Present
Formed and successfully executed legal and operational architecture for a premier regional LLC specializing in custom new home construction, post-frame builds, detached garages, additions, and extensive residential remodeling.
Perform all structural blueprint drafting, project takeoffs, estimating, and regional compliance for large-scale builds across multiple states.
Built out a massive digital and local pipeline generating over 20,000 active monthly organic views and 4,400 direct sales leads over a 30-day period without paid advertising.
Pioneered specialized business contract updates requiring clients to purchase materials directly, effectively shifting manufacturer rebate benefits directly back to the customer.
Construction CEO / Independent Contractor
Self Employed Construction Trades | Multi-State Regional Scope (IL, KY, MO, TN)
2007 – Present
Direct all operational phases for a high-volume residential new-build, post-frame, and remodeling business, maintaining strict budget oversight and on-time delivery schedules.
Sustained long-term community partnerships and commercial project portfolios, including municipal agreements and high-value custom structural builds.
Earned consistent 5-star consumer praise for meticulous site plan drafting, individualized detail execution, and comprehensive project management from start to finish.
Journey Carpenter / Millwright
Carpenters & Millwrights Union | Regional Scope
18-Year Tenure
Dedicated 18 years to high-standard union operations, delivering precision layout, framing, and finish work on new construction, custom home builds, and commercial properties.
Handled complete interior build-outs, establishing a reputation for flawless custom cabinetry installation, intricate finish carpentry, and structural stair design.
Executed complete interior envelope tasks, including hanging drywall, advanced multi-coat drywall finishing, and final commercial-grade painting.
Construction Foreman
Rick Phillips Construction | Regional Territories
January 1998 – Present (Concurrent/Consultant)
Manage full-scale start-to-finish residential and commercial rehabilitations, specializing in complex structure burnouts, disaster recovery, and severe property damage remodels.
Direct on-site crews during foundational excavation, footer layout, and intensive grading operations utilizing heavy mechanical equipment.
Roof Bolter & Equipment Operator
American Coal | Regional Operations
April 1998 – Present (Concurrent/Specialized Industry Roles)
Executed structural reinforcing and safety tasks as a specialized roof bolter within heavy industrial underground mine environments.
Maintained strict adherence to federal MSHA safety standards, utilizing certified underground and surface mining papers to execute high-risk operations.
Managed logistics and massive raw materials movement from rail lines to transport barges at the refuge plant, working specialized, demanding 7-12s shifts.
Notable Project Portfolio
Custom Barndominium Build (Fulton, TN): Successfully managed and completed a comprehensive 3,600-square-foot residential barndominium consisting of a 24x48 main structure featuring dual integrated lean-to architectural additions.
Structural Bathroom Conversion & Addition (Metropolis, IL): Executed a highly technical residential structural rehabilitation, replacing damaged support joists and foundational piers before converting a traditional bedroom into a modern, code-compliant custom bathroom.
Municipal Loafing Shed Architecture (Ridgely, TN): Drafted and proposed formal building layouts and structural plans for large-scale municipal operations, featuring large-footprint structures (20x80 and 30x60 buildings).
Education, Certifications & Training
Certifications: Certified Underground Miner, Certified Surface Miner, CPR / First Aid Certified
South Eastern College | Continuing Trade Education
Massac County High School | Diploma
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