Alexandro Padilla
Barstow,CA
Summary
Hardworking and highly skilled professional offering proven expertise in completing and installations with high-quality work. Efficiently cut and fabricate pieces to finalize designs. Excellent technical, project management and decision-making abilities developed several years of experience.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Structural Painter
Peraton
02.2019 - Current
- Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
- Prepared trim, walls and ceilings for painting by cleaning, smoothing, and priming.
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Painted indoor areas such as hallways, bathrooms, and lobbies.
- Operated power sprayers and hand tools to efficiently prepare and paint large areas.
- Used airless sprayers, rollers, brushes and other painting tools to accomplish job tasks.
- Protected surfaces from damage and spills by using drop cloths prior to and during painting.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
- Mixed and blended paints according to specified colors and consistency.
- Evaluated completed work to ensure quality standards and client requirements were met.
- Conducted final work check to assess quality and make corrections if necessary.
- Calculated accurate amounts of materials and estimated time for planned jobs.
Commercial and residential remodeling
Padilla Construction
Barstow, California
03.2020 - 12.2025
- Installed and repaired plumbing systems for residential and commercial buildings, enhancing system reliability and safety.
- Collaborated with contractors to ensure precise pipe installation and alignment, contributing to project efficiency and compliance.
- Diagnosed plumbing issues and provided effective solutions promptly.
- Conducted routine inspections of plumbing systems for compliance with regulations.
- Replaced broken drain lines using appropriate materials such as copper tubing or PVC piping.
- Installed and maintained water supply systems, including pumps, valves, piping, tanks, fixtures, and other related equipment.
- Installed automated controls to regulate pressure and volume in pipe systems.
- Constructed and installed custom cabinetry for residential and commercial projects, delivering tailored solutions that meet client specifications.
- Installed brick veneer on interior and exterior walls.
- Placed reinforcing bars into formwork for concrete slabs or walls.
- Installed countertops made from natural stones like granite or marble.
- Constructed stone walkways, patios, retaining walls, driveways and other outdoor features.
- Laid out floor joists with precision tools such as lasers or levels.
- Applied waterproofing sealants to protect masonry against moisture penetration.
Conductor
BNSF Railroad
San Bernardino, California
10.2017 - 02.2019
- Maintain compliance with all train orders, signals and railroad rules and regulations
- Reviewed instructions from dispatchers, yardmasters, and coordinated with locomotive engineer and train crew to ensure safe operations
- Inspect all equipment on cars prior to departures
- Assisted and instructed train crews in coupling and uncoupling cars, operating switches, and performing minor repairs to railcars to maintain operational readiness
- Receive and transmit information by radio and/or telephone
- Read and understand bulletins, work orders and switch lists
- Obtained certification as Remote Control Operator, demonstrating proficiency in operating train control systems.
- Serviced customers daily by fulfilling work orders, ensuring timely and accurate delivery of services
- Met and excelled at meeting customers needs and adapting to last minute changes for commodities.
Janitor
Peraton
03.2013 - 10.2017
- Sweep, scrubbed, waxed and polished floors, using brooms and mops and powered scrubbing and waxing machines
- Transported trash and waste to disposal area
- Replenished bathroom supplies
- Safely operated equipment such as, vacuums, shampoo cleaners, and buffing machines
- Maintained janitorial equipment in clean, safe, and operable condition to support effective cleaning operations
- Maintained the cleanliness of dormitory, athletic gym and offices
- Moved and carried equipment and furniture over 50lbs with two crew members to maintain safety standards
- Completed weekly work orders on Maximo system to ensure timely tracking of maintenance tasks
- Worked in cold and hot weather days to maintain outside grounds
- Cleaned stairwells in accordance with safety protocols
M1 Tank crew man
United states army
08.2006 - 01.2011
- Operated M1A1 Abrams Tank in various training and combat environments.
- Collaborated with crew members to execute tactical maneuvers, enhancing operational effectiveness.
- Maintained communication with command for mission updates and directives.
- Implemented safety procedures, promoting crew well-being and minimizing risk during operations.
- Adhered strictly to established firing protocols when engaging targets with main gun or machine guns mounted on an M1A1 Abrams Tank.
- Performed daily maintenance and inspections of M1A1 Abrams Tank systems, components, and crew equipment.
- Identified malfunctions in tanks' electrical, hydraulic, fuel, propulsion, and control systems, ensuring timely repairs and operational readiness.
- Repaired minor mechanical issues such as tracking problems using specialized tools and techniques.
- Ran diagnostic tests on onboard computer systems to identify any faults that could affect operational performance.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Associated Science
Barstow Community College
San Bernardino, CAHigh -
Bastow High School
Skills
- Microsoft Office programs (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
- Forklift Operation
- Hoist Operations
- Able to work with several operating systems, including Windows, Linux
- Capable of using PTC Positive track Control system on locomotive engines
- Exterior Painting
- NACE Coating Requirements
- Heavy Lifting
- Computer Literacy
Additional Information
- Possess 49 CFR Part 240/242 Certificate for Class Railroad Freight. Achievement and recognition US ARMY Excellence in Armor US ARMY Accommodation Medal US ARMY – Good Federal Conduct Medal US ARMY – Mechanic and Driver’s Badge Goldstone- -Employee of the quarter, awarded by peers. 2
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Commercial and residential remodeling
Padilla Construction
03.2020 - 12.2025
Structural Painter
Peraton
02.2019 - Current
Conductor
BNSF Railroad
10.2017 - 02.2019
Janitor
Peraton
03.2013 - 10.2017
M1 Tank crew man
United states army
08.2006 - 01.2011
Bachelor of Science - Associated Science
Barstow Community College
High -
Bastow High School