Anthony Devin Byrum
Gastonia
Summary
Experienced Upholsterer specializing in creating and repairing upholstery for diverse clients and furniture types. Delivered high-quality furnishings by effectively collaborating with clients to select materials and ensuring precision in installation while adhering to safety standards. Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills and adaptability within various business operations, contributing to a collaborative work environment.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Installer
Rudy's Cools Heating & Air
Gastonia, NC
01.2026 - Current
- Installed HVAC systems in residential and commercial properties, ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with project managers to ensure timely completion of installations in alignment with project schedules.
- Conducted thorough assessments of client needs to recommend appropriate heating and cooling solutions.
- Trained junior installers on best practices for system installation and troubleshooting techniques.
- Laid out materials and system components to prepare for installation.
- Installed complete systems at new residential and business construction sites.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and accurate installations.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to safety protocols and guidelines.
Field Technician, Locator
Health Consultants
Charlotte, NC
07.2023 - 07.2025
- Performed location of underground utilities using specialized equipment
- Served as senior technician, supervising field operations and training junior staff
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure compliance with safety regulations and operational standards.
- Conducted precise utility location surveys using electromagnetic and GPS technology.
- Collaborated with contractors to ensure safe excavation practices and compliance with local regulations.
- Trained junior staff on utility locating techniques and safety protocols, enhancing team performance.
- Analyzed utility mapping data to identify discrepancies, contributing to improved maintenance strategies.
- Reviewed maps and blueprints to identify locations for and sizes of underground utilities
- Enhanced safety by accurately identifying and marking underground utility lines.
- Provided training to new employees on proper techniques for utility locating practices.
- Demonstrated adaptability by successfully completing assignments under various weather conditions and terrain challenges.
- Improved efficiency with prompt response to locate requests from contractors and homeowners.
- Photographed utility sites and marked lines with paint and flags for identification by excavating personnel.
- Ensured compliance with federal, state, and local regulations during all utility locating activities.
- Supported emergency response efforts by quickly locating damaged utilities for repair teams.
Vice President
Byrum’s Upholstery
Belmont, NC
06.2007 - 12.2022
- Executed teardown processes to ensure efficient project completion/Pre-Fabricate
- Reupholstered furniture using various fabrics and materials to restore appearance
- Operated sewing machines to fabricate and repair upholstery for various furniture styles.
- Assessed client needs to provide tailored upholstery solutions and material recommendations.
- Trained junior upholsterers on techniques, tools, and safety protocols in workshop environments.
- Streamlined workflow processes to increase efficiency in furniture restoration projects.
- Resolved customer issues promptly, enhancing overall satisfaction with service delivery and product quality.
- Planned and paced work efficiently in order to meet daily, weekly, project, or production goals.
- Correctly and safely used a variety of hand tools, saws and cutting equipment to carry out job duties.
- Maintained a well-organized work environment, ensuring tools and materials were readily available for each task.
- Fixed webbing and springs on seats.
- Collaborated with interior designers to create customized upholstered furnishings for residential and commercial clients.
- Stretched and tacked fabric into place.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing high-quality upholstery services and meeting project deadlines.
- Repaired damaged furniture frames before reupholstering, ensuring structural integrity was maintained in completed projects.
Education
High School Diploma -
South Point High School
Belmont06-2009
Skills
- Manual labor
- Refinishing
- Installation Techniques
- Surface Preparation
- Power tool operation
- Deadline management
- Equipment installation
- Worksite safety
- Blueprint reading
- Fastening Methods
- Logistics Coordination
- Detail orientation
- Meeting deadlines
- Time management
- Problem Solving
- Customer service
- Client relations
- Customer satisfaction
- Positive attitude
- Site safety maintenance
- Hand-eye coordination
- Professional demeanor
- Following safety practices
- HVAC systems
- Basic Electrical
Timeline
Installer
Rudy's Cools Heating & Air
01.2026 - Current
Field Technician, Locator
Health Consultants
07.2023 - 07.2025
Vice President
Byrum’s Upholstery
06.2007 - 12.2022
High School Diploma -
South Point High School