Abel Reyna
Lubbock,TX
Summary
Experienced granite installer skilled in fabrication, templating, slab cutting, seam sealing, and countertop installation. Known for precise blueprint reading, clean finishes, safe material handling, and strong client communication.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Granite Installer
Collins Title and Stone
Luubock, TX
01.2026 - Current
- Installed granite countertops for Collins Title and Stone residential and commercial projects
- Measured and cut granite slabs accurately to meet precise dimensions for countertop installations, ensuring a seamless fit.
- Set and leveled granite pieces in place using adhesives, sealants, and other materials.
- Polished surfaces of newly installed granite countertops with grinders, sanders, polishers, buffers and other tools.
- Cut and polished granite edges using shop saws and grinders
- Filled in chips and cracks in granite and polished surfaces.
- Sealed seams and joints to support clean finished surfaces
- Aligned sinks, backsplashes, and fixtures during countertop installation
- Loaded, transported, and handled heavy stone slabs safely
- Coordinated with clients, builders, and crew to ensure alignment on project specifications and timelines for Collins Title and Stone jobs
- Communicated regularly with the client throughout the entire project timeline.
- Delivered exceptional service and high-quality workmanship to enhance customer satisfaction and foster repeat business
- Assisted in uninstalling existing fixtures prior to installing new ones.
- Measured spaces and confirmed template fit before stone placement
- Used equipment and power tools safely to avoid accidents and job site mishaps.
- Provided technical advice and assistance to customers on how to care for their new installations.
- Repaired damaged or worn surfaces by grinding, buffing, sealing, or replacing sections.
- Utilized various hand tools such as chisels, hammers, drills, during the installation process.
- Determined the layout of the granite based on customer specifications.
- Consulted with clients regarding design options for their projects.
- Maintained a clean work area by sweeping up debris after each job.
- Loaded and unloaded supplies from delivery trucks onto job sites safely.
- Kept accurate records of time spent on each project for billing purposes.
- Inspected finished products to ensure accuracy of installation.
- Replaced defective parts or re-glued loose seams when necessary.
- Fabricated custom-made pieces for special applications according to blueprints or drawings.
- Applied protective treatments to prevent staining on countertops.
- Ensured that all measurements were precise before beginning any cutting procedures.
- Prepared estimates for customers based on their requirements.
- Used power tools and machinery properly to avoid job site accidents.
- Installed decorative designs on floors and walls with mosaic tiles.
- Produced high-quality work with power and hand tools and accurate calculations of distances and surface areas.
- Sealed finished surfaces to render grout water- and stain-resistant.
- Reviewed blueprints and work instructions to determine and execute requirements.
- Created precise shapes in tile and stone to work around terrain, corners and obstacles.
- Used spacers between tiles and marble to align the distance before grout application.
- Identified materials and amount of labor required for project completion after reviewing blueprints.
- Used levels, squares and straightedges to align and straighten tiles.
- Documented daily activities and completed paperwork for each job.
- Built and disassembled scaffolds, bracing and barricades.
- Managed multiple installations each month with efficiency.
- Utilized plywood and mortar to level different surfaces before laying marble and tile.
- Placed and finished precast units for residential and commercial customers.
Head Maintenance Technician
Hampton Inn
Lubbock, Tx
02.2018 - 01.2025
- Supervised Hampton Inn maintenance team across guest rooms, lobby, and public areas.
- Performed preventive maintenance on HVAC, plumbing, electrical, and lighting systems.
- Completed work orders for guest room repairs and property requests.
- Inspected equipment, safety devices, and building systems to Hampton Inn standards.
- Repaired doors, locks, furniture, fixtures, and appliance issues.
- Coordinated with front desk and housekeeping to efficiently manage room availability and necessary repairs.
- Monitored inventory of maintenance supplies to ensure timely availability for repair tasks and vendor services.
- Enforced safety procedures and supported emergency response for hotel operations.
- Completed detailed reports on repair jobs and follow-up actions to maintain accurate maintenance records.
- Ensured that all maintenance records were kept up-to-date with accurate information regarding inspections, repairs and replacements made.
- Conducted tests after repair work was completed to ensure proper functioning of the system or machine.
- Assisted in developing preventive maintenance procedures for existing equipment in order to reduce future breakdowns.
- Analyzed data collected from various sensors connected to machinery in order to detect potential faults before they occur.
- Repaired or replaced faulty components using hand tools, power tools and precision measuring instruments.
- Coordinated with outside contractors for major repairs and installations.
- Procured necessary parts and supplies to facilitate ongoing maintenance tasks., supplies and tools needed for maintenance activities.
- Developed preventative maintenance schedules for all production machinery based on the manufacturer's recommendations.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems and determined necessary repairs.
- Monitored inventory levels of spare parts, lubricants, fluids, used for repairs or replacements.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving malfunctioning equipment or systems.
- Inspected equipment regularly to identify and resolve issues in a timely manner.
- Performed regular preventive maintenance on equipment and systems to minimize downtime.
- Implemented corrective measures wherever possible in order to improve efficiency of production processes.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to safety protocols and standards.
- Worked closely with engineering teams to troubleshoot complex problems related to machinery performance.
- Provided technical assistance to subordinate technicians when required.
- Supervised assigned personnel during routine maintenance operations.
- Trained new staff members on the use of machines, tools and other equipment.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Unclogged drains and ensured proper water flow to maintain facility hygiene and replaced valves, faucets, and fixtures.
- Installed new systems, replacement parts, and components to maintain proper operation.
- Diagnosed problems with mechanical and electrical systems and equipment using advanced troubleshooting abilities.
- Scheduled preventive maintenance programs to keep equipment in good working condition.
- Inspected grounds and buildings to identify, minimize and correct hazardous property conditions or liability concerns.
- Responded to personnel queries and troubleshooting requests to provide repair services to improve operations.
- Completed basic carpentry tasks and installed shelves, hooks, and closet rods to meet customer needs.
- Collaborated with building managers to assess ongoing needs and plan preventive maintenance schedules.
- Read and interpreted equipment and work orders to properly perform the required maintenance services.
- Changed HVAC filters and cleaned condensation drains to perform preventive maintenance on HVAC systems.
- Checked electrical components to identify defects and hazards and make necessary adjustments.
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and performed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
- Disassembled appliances to diagnose problems and facilitate repairs.
- Conducted performance and safety inspections on equipment and machinery to maintain the operational baseline.
- Implemented diagnostics to identify failures, determine parts and material requirements and facilitate repairs.
- Implemented troubleshooting techniques to resolve the issue.
- Performed repairs on various machines to restore functionality and minimize downtime., equipment or structures using tools or equipment.
Painting Helper
Own Business
Lubbock, Tx
01.2013 - 01.2018
- Prepped surfaces for paint in own painting business jobs.
- Assisted in preparing surfaces for painting by removing old paint, filling holes and cracks, sanding, taping off areas, and applying putty.
- Masked trim, floors, and fixtures to prevent paint overspray during coating.
- Used drop cloths to cover floors and furniture while painting.
- Applied primer and finish coats using brushes and rollers.
- Applied primer and finish coats of paint using brushes, rollers or spray guns.
- Mixed paints and matched colors for customer projects.
- Assisted in mixing colors and tints for custom color matching projects.
- Inspected walls for damage before painting repairs.
- Repaired damaged drywall before painting began as necessary.
- Cleaned tools, ladders, and work areas after each job.
- Cleaned up job sites after each day's work was complete.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace throughout the duration of the project.
- Followed directions given by supervisor regarding specific painting techniques.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed during the entire painting process.
- Set up ladders safely around obstacles such as furniture or trees.
- Protected non-painted surfaces with masking tape.
- Transported materials from storage areas to work sites as needed.
- Provided assistance in hanging wallpaper, texturing walls, staining woodwork and other related tasks as needed.
- Diluted paint with mineral spirits to achieve the desired consistency for application.
- Kept accurate records of materials used on each job site.
- Inspected equipment prior to use to ensure proper functioning.
- Covered floors before prepping, priming and painting walls and ceilings to protect them from chemicals and paint.
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance purposes.
- Removed damaged materials and prepared surfaces for optimal installations.
- Filled cracks and breaks in plaster surfaces with putty or epoxy compounds.
- Completed high-volume weekly painting jobs with consistently positive customer feedback.
- Monitored paint supplies, placing orders whenever needed and properly and safely disposed of old paint.
- Erected scaffolding and safely worked at heights to complete projects.
- Learned and mastered skilled trade specialties under guidance of expert mentors.
- Transported supplies to work sites, removed from trucks and organized for crew use.
- Operated equipment with strong focus on safety and ground communication.
- Completed measurements, layouts and job site preparation to reduce downtime.
- Controlled traffic passing near, in or around work zones.
- Controlled traffic passing near, in or around work zones.
Education
High School Diploma -
Frendship ISD
902 Dowden Rd Wolfforth Tx 7938205-2013
Skills
- Countertop installation
- Granite fabrication techniques
- Slab cutting
- Seam sealing methods
- Stone templating
- Blueprint reading
Timeline
Granite Installer
Collins Title and Stone
01.2026 - Current
Head Maintenance Technician
Hampton Inn
02.2018 - 01.2025
Painting Helper
Own Business
01.2013 - 01.2018
High School Diploma -
Frendship ISD