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Jason Canter

Grasonville

Summary

Accomplished sales professional with extensive experience in seafood sales, live seafood trading, and customer relations. Proven ability to develop and maintain client relationships, increase revenue, and ensure product quality in fast-paced, customer-focused environments. Skilled in managing mobile sales operations, negotiating with vendors, and meeting regulatory requirements. Adept at leveraging market knowledge and technical skills to deliver exceptional customer service and drive business growth.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Carpenter

Micheal Eicholtz Construction
11.2024 - Current
  • Perform framing, window and door installation, and siding.
  • Demonstrated proficiency with both hand tools and power tools to achieve precise results.
  • Consistently ensured the quality and accuracy of work through meticulous attention to detail.
  • Contributed to enhanced worksite safety through regular equipment maintenance and safety checks.
  • Precisely shaped and cut materials to exact measurements using hand tools, machinery, and power saws


Commercial Crabber

Self Employed
06.2002 - 04.2024

Seasonal job (April - November )


  • Managed crabbing operations, including setting pots in the Chesapeake Bay, and handled the sale and delivery of crabs to the market.
  • Generated $150K in annual gross sales through crabbing operations and market sales.

Seafood Sales

Canter's Crabs & Seafood, LLC
06.2023 - 10.2023
  • Successfully operated a mobile seafood restaurant, selling steamed crabs, shrimp, and corn directly to customers.
  • Managed day-to-day sales operations, including product sourcing, marketing, and customer service.
  • Ensured full compliance with health code regulations, electrical and fire safety standards, and zoning permits, ensuring the continued success and legality of the business.
  • Developed strong customer relationships, providing personalized recommendations and ensuring satisfaction, leading to repeat business and positive word-of-mouth.
  • Achieved an average seasonal profit of $75K annually.

Live Seafood Distribution

Self-employeed
07.2004 - 09.2023
  • Built a profitable business buying and selling live crabs for resale, establishing reliable vendor and customer relationships.
  • Negotiated competitive pricing with suppliers and customers, ensuring both profitability and customer satisfaction.
  • Managed inventory, maintained high-quality standards, and adapted to market trends to maximize sales.
  • Delivered exceptional customer service, offering tailored solutions to meet specific customer needs and preferences.
  • Achieved an average seasonal profit of $50K annually.

Tig Welder

Critical Point Construction
11.2020 - 04.2023
  • Performed TIG welding in food processing plants, specializing in stainless steel.
  • Demonstrated skill in welding vertical, overhead, and flat positions, and performed grinding and cutting of metal components.


Carpenter

Greg Hardesty Construction
11.2016 - 04.2020

Framed houses, installed windows and doors, and applied siding.

Lead Welder

Shapiro And Duncan
11.2002 - 04.2015
  • Managed vendor relationships for materials and equipment, contributing to project cost reductions and efficiency improvements.
  • Worked closely with clients to ensure welding and fabrication projects met their specifications, focusing on quality and timelines.
  • Collaborated with project managers and contractors to ensure seamless workflow and successful project completion.
  • Prefabricated pipe according to detailed CAD drawings.
  • Achieved high-quality welds using various welding techniques (GTAW, GMAW, SMAW, etc.).


Education

High School Diploma -

Kent Island High School
06-2002

Skills

  • Seafood Sales and Distribution
  • Welding
  • Carpentry
  • Commercial Crabbing
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Framing construction
  • Worksite safety

Timeline

Carpenter

Micheal Eicholtz Construction
11.2024 - Current

Seafood Sales

Canter's Crabs & Seafood, LLC
06.2023 - 10.2023

Tig Welder

Critical Point Construction
11.2020 - 04.2023

Carpenter

Greg Hardesty Construction
11.2016 - 04.2020

Live Seafood Distribution

Self-employeed
07.2004 - 09.2023

Lead Welder

Shapiro And Duncan
11.2002 - 04.2015

Commercial Crabber

Self Employed
06.2002 - 04.2024

High School Diploma -

Kent Island High School
Jason Canter