Arnold Portis
Birmingham,Alabama
Summary
To find a stable and secure employment in the metro- Birmingham area in various fields that I have experience in, such as Forklift positions, warehouses- loading and unloading, and light maintenance of equipment.
I’m a dependable hard worker. I strive for excellence in everything I do. I look forward to landing a stable job where I can grow as a person and an employee.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Med Tech
Haymon Homes
Fyffe, AL
11.2022 - Current
- Handled sensitive patient information with confidentiality while upholding HIPAA regulations at all times.
- Measured patient vital signs such as blood pressure, pulse rate, and temperature to record information on patients' charts.
- Assisted physicians and nurses in performing diagnostic tests and procedures to identify accurate treatment for patients.
- Performed patient service duties by communicating directly with patients, answering questions, and assisting with concerns.
- Administered medications and performed basic and advanced patient assessments.
- Interacted with patients and families while demonstrating high standards of performance, teamwork, and compassion.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies, equipment, and reagents used and placed orders for replacements.
- Maintained a sterile work environment, adhering to strict safety guidelines for optimal patient care.
- Updated patient records accurately and efficiently, ensuring proper documentation and communication between healthcare professionals.
- Followed appropriate disinfecting procedures to sterilize medical equipment.
Maintenance Technician
Mitchell Properties
Birmingham, AL
11.2022 - Current
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Inspected and maintained equipment to keep items in top working condition.
- Followed safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
- Successfully completed complex repair tasks within tight deadlines, minimizing disruptions to daily operations.
- Installed new locks, door handles, and door closers.
- Improved equipment functionality by conducting regular maintenance checks and repairs.
- Contributed to a safer work environment, promptly addressing any identified hazards or concerns.
Diesel Mechanic
Express Employment
Birmingham, AL
01.2019 - Current
- Utilized hand tools and power tools to repair and maintain diesel engines according to industry standards.
- Performed preventive maintenance on engines, transmissions, tires, and other vehicle systems.
- Troubleshot and diagnosed problems with brakes, steering, and transmissions.
- Completed checklist of fluid levels, air filter, tire pressure, and more as part of service orders.
GSTAMP
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Take and understand orders for assembling motor vehicles such as trucks, cars and buses
- Position and fasten together automobile subassemblies including side frames, underbodies, doors, hoods and handles
- Ascertain that the body welding process is properly carried out by ensuring that all subassemblies are properly tightened and fitted
- Bolt, screw and clip parts together in order to form subassemblies, including panels, steering columns and axle units
- Handle door fitting and adjusting duties, and seal joints and seams as per specifications
- Fasten seat belts, door panels and carpeting into position and install mechanical and electrical components and systems
- Ascertain that vehicle systems are filled with brake and transmission fluids, along with ensuring presence of engine coolants and oils
- Verify quality of own work by performing industry approved quality assurance tests at all levels
- Use machinery and tools to fabricate and adjust automobile parts together and ensure that any issues or constraints are timely communicated to the supervisor
- Ascertain that all machinery and tools used are maintained properly (general and preventative maintenance) and stored in appropriate areas
- Inspect and test parts after assembly work has finished, in order to ensure that they are in proper working condition
The City of Birmingham
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Shovel and rake asphalt; maintain, service, and make minor repairs to equipment; perform rough masonry and cement work; perform basic carpentry, plumbing, and painting
- Remove weeds from City right-of-ways and grounds; clean storm drains; patch, seal cracks, and perform other maintenance to streets and roads; remove graffiti from facilities within the City
- Operate licensed vehicles, including light trucks; operate a variety of hand and power tools, machines, and light equipment; work with signs and painting of street legends
- Assist sanitary sewer division in performing maintenance and mainline cleaning
- Observe and maintain established safety policies and procedures and take appropriate precautions to preserve their own safety and others during the course of performing daily tasks
- Operate vehicles and equipment in a safe and efficient manner; and perform related duties and responsibilities, as required
Midnight Towing Service
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Arrive at work on time daily, ready for duty when shift starts;
- Provide towing and roadside assistance in a safe, professional, and timely manner, free of accident, injury, damage;
- Submit accurate invoices and appropriate payment on time for processing;
- Complete pre-trip inspection sheets daily;
- Maintain truck fluid levels according to manufacturer standards;
- Maintain consistently excellent attendance;
- Abide by all Federal, State, and Municipal laws, rules and ordinances and maintain a clean driving record;
- Maintain truck and equipment in a safe, clean state, operating it in a safe and professional manner;
- Consistently ensure quality customer service through professionalism, timely response, skill and courtesy;
- Maintain personal appearance and uniforms in compliance with established Company standards;
- Cooperate with all coworkers;
- Provide accurate and timely service when releasing vehicles from storage on weekend and after hours;
- Attend driver and employee meetings as requested for job and safety information;
- Attend training and achieve professional certification as directed by management;
- Study information provided by the Company to maintain and upgrade industry and job knowledge;
- Assist in training new employees when requested;
- Perform other duties, including dispatching, cleaning office and shop, and maintaining storage yard, as requested
- Receives call or is dispatched to location by dispatch, repair garage, automobile, association, or police department by radio or telephone
- Cleans and removes debris from damaged vehicles off the roadway for law enforcement
- Perform lock outs for customers who have locked their keys in their car
- Removes, bends, or cuts parts of damaged vehicles preparatory to towing
- Inspect truck equipment and supplies such as tires, lights, brakes, gas, oil, and water
- Performs emergency roadside repairs such as changing tires, installing light bulbs, tire chains, and spark plugs
Education
Minor High School -
Birmingham, Alabama01.2008
Skills
- HIPAA regulations
- Direct patient care
- Patient interaction
- Immunohistochemical testing
- Maintaining equipment
- Preventive Maintenance
- Building maintenance
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting skills
- Hand and power tools
- Safety awareness
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Mechanical repair
- Equipment installation
- Parts replacement
- Equipment Repair
- Tool management
- Hand tools expertise
- Plumbing
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Drywall repair
- Power tools proficiency
- Painting
- Plumbing repairs
- Apartment maintenance
- Groundskeeping
- Drywalling
- Industrial equipment
- HVAC systems
Personal Overview
I’m a dependable hard worker. I strive for excellence in everything I do. I look forward to landing a stable job where I can grow as a person and an employee.
Timeline
Med Tech
Haymon Homes
11.2022 - Current
Maintenance Technician
Mitchell Properties
11.2022 - Current
Diesel Mechanic
Express Employment
01.2019 - Current
GSTAMP
01.2018 - 01.2019
The City of Birmingham
01.2016 - 01.2018
Midnight Towing Service
01.2014 - 01.2016