Ian Bequeath

Ian Bequeath

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Restoration Estimator • Army National Guard • IICRC Certified

  • Education

    • Marine Corps Engineer School

      2015 - 2015
      License Water Support Technician

      The 1171 MOS of the United States Marine Corps specializes in reverse osmosis water purification, works with high volume output distribution systems that allow water to be purified and distributed in an efficient manor in the event of war or natural catastrophes.

    • Hondros College of Business

      2019 - 2019
      Certificate Property and Casualty Insurance

      Completed training hours to be certified in property and casualty insurance policy writing in Ohio. Agent license pending state exam.

    • Global University

      2012 - 2014
      Certificate of Completion Ministry

      Global University's Berean School of the Bible is a two year and CE course that enables those involved in ministry to expand their knowledge and credentials. Graduates of the program earn a Diploma and can be ordained through the Assemblies of God.

  • Experience

    • Bequeath Family Cleaning Services

      Jan 2009 - May 2014
      Shift Manager
    • Momentum Builders, Inc.

      Jul 2014 - Oct 2015
      Roofer (Seasonal)

      • Industrial roofing systems, both rubber and metal. • Assist in erection of steel structures, application of steel siding, installation of standing seam roof systems, foundations, and other applications associated with building construction.

    • United States Marine Corps

      Aug 2014 - Aug 2022
      Utilities Chief
    • Integrity Insurance

      Jun 2016 - Oct 2017
      Property Inspector

      • Inspect exterior of structures on insured properties. • Document inspection findings using inspection sheets and photo documentation for underwriting purposes. • Communicate property issues to insurer. • Determine approximate age and condition of building materials.

    • Brookdale

      Sept 2017 - Feb 2018
      Activities/Lifeguard

      • Daily test pool readings. • Assist with pool functions, and ensure the safety of residents and families using the swimming pool facility.• Teach water aerobics classes to residents. • Keep the pool area clean and orderly. • Check pool equipment and safety devices for serviceability and document their status.

    • Harmony Village

      Apr 2018 - Jan 2019
      Maintenance Supervisor
    • National Fire & Water Repair

      Jan 2019 - Jun 2019

      • Responded to fire/water damage claims and performed mitigation.• Managed drying logs, loss documentation, and contents inventory.• Utilized Moisture Mapper, Xactimate, and Contents Track software. • Team leadership on water, fire, mold damage, and other catastrophic loss projects. • Provide project documentation to the office through photos and dry logs. • Explain my role to customers and help facilitate their concerns with the office. • Perform contents remediation services such as on-site cleaning, processing, inventory, and pack-outs. • Communication with managers, customers, and team members of potential setbacks or challenges.

      • Junior Estimator

        Apr 2019 - Jun 2019
      • Water Restoration Technician

        Jan 2019 - Apr 2019
    • SERVPRO

      Jun 2019 - Mar 2022

      • Conducted COI and key account research, maintaining target lists to support team goals.• Audited job files for accuracy, achieving 83% self-audit accuracy with no corrections.• Boosted inside sales closing rate from 17% to 46% in one year.

      • Sales and Marketing Representative

        Mar 2021 - Mar 2022
      • Restoration Technician

        Jun 2019 - Feb 2021
    • Cardinal Welding, Incorporated

      Mar 2022 - Aug 2022
      Office Manager

      • Resolved 1 year of backlogged payroll and QuickBooks entries, including job hours and reconciliations.• Oversaw HR functions: leave management, policy improvements, and employee discipline.• Managed purchasing, purchase orders, and led marketing and business development efforts.

    • DISS Restoration

      Aug 2022 - Aug 2023
      Sales Estimator

      • Cultivate leads and estimate mitigation project costs using Xactimate.• Write rebuild and interior construction estimates.• Communicate project scope to customers, Production Managers, and office staff.

    • Pennsylvania National Guard

      Oct 2022 - Apr 2025
      Infantry Non-Commissioned Officer
    • Paul Davis Restoration

      Aug 2023 - Sept 2024
      Reconstruction Estimator

      • Inspect and estimate reconstruction costs using Xactimate, and Symbility.• Document projects and communicate details to contractors and insurance carriers.• Ensure estimates meet company, industry, and insurance guidelines.

    • SERVPRO

      Oct 2024 - Apr 2025

      • Review mitigation scopes created by Priority Responders to establish a preliminary estimate.• Ensure preliminary estimates are accompanied by the appropriate preliminary documentation.• Liaise between insurance adjusters, corporate shareholders, priority responders and the billing office to ensure successful billing of mitigation jobs.

      • Priority Responder / Estimator

        Feb 2025 - Apr 2025
      • Inside Estimator

        Oct 2024 - Mar 2025
    • Aflac

      Apr 2025 - now
      Benefits Advisor
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Combat Marksmanship Coach (0933 MOS)

      United States Marine Corps
      Jul 2018
    • Licensed IICRC Water Restoration Technician

      IICRC
      Apr 2020
    • New Manager Foundations

      LinkedIn
      Jul 2020
      View certificate certificate
    • Commercial Driver License (CDL)

      Ohio Department of Transportation
      Nov 2018
    • Water purification (1171 MOS)

      United States Marine Corps
      Jul 2015
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Blood/Plasma Donor

      Issued by American Red Cross on Dec 2022
      American Red CrossAssociated with Ian Bequeath
    • Launch Team Member

      Issued by One Church on Aug 2017
      One ChurchAssociated with Ian Bequeath
    • Distribution Team Member

      Issued by Second Harvest on Mar 2018
      Second HarvestAssociated with Ian Bequeath