Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
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Apolinar Gonzalez

Harlingen,TX

Summary

Proven track record in enhancing customer satisfaction and streamlining operations, highlighted by my tenure at Charlie Clark Nissan. Specializing in technical troubleshooting and relationship building, I've successfully managed Sotex Carriers Inc, boosting service quality by leveraging my expertise in equipment maintenance and customer service.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sevice Tech

Charlie Clark Nissan
Harlingen, TX
09.2024 - 11.2024
  • I worked as a quick lube tech. Change oil, performed multi point inspection, test battery's, tire replacement, rotation, and repair, alignment, brake replacement, wheel bearing replacement, ball joint replacement, strut and shock replacement, spark plug coil pack and fuel injector replacement as well as gasket replacement on oil leaking parts.

Automotive Sales Consultant

Bert Ogden Hyundai
Harlingen, TX
07.2024 - 08.2024
  • Interact with customers over the phone, internet, email, l and in person to try to find them the best deal for their money and suggest other products new or user that would fit their budget and needs. Always building report and striving to close the deal.

Owner Operator

Sotex Carriers Inc
Harlingen , TX
01.2007 - 12.2023
  • Manage a small fleet of commercial vehicles, booking freight with brokers, dispatching drivers in 48 states, leasing owned equipment on to trucking Companys to maximize earning potential. Maintaining equipment to meet dot rules and regulations. Selling Sotex Carriers to potential clientele as the best transportation company for their needs and showing through presentations how Sotex Carriers could achive this to provide the best service.

Construction Worker

C. Silverado constructio
Primera , TX
01.1988 - 01.2005
  • Residentual and comercial construction, heavey equipment operator (excavator, backhoe, loader, and forklift, warehouse and construction site equipment
  • Performed various carpentry tasks such as constructing walls, installing doors, windows and siding.
  • Built temporary supports during construction processes such as shoring up beams or columns until they are set in place permanently.
  • Measured distances accurately using tape measures or laser measuring devices.
  • Installed formwork for concrete structures according to specifications.
  • Operated a variety of tools to excavate, move and grade earth for foundations, trenches and roads.
  • Transported materials from one site location to another using trucks or trailers.
  • Utilized power tools such as saws, drills and sanders when necessary on projects.
  • Coordinated with other workers onsite to ensure efficient completion of tasks.
  • Provided assistance to supervisors when needed completing additional duties as assigned.
  • Followed blueprints or engineering plans to determine the best methods of assembling structures.
  • Cleaned job sites daily removing debris, dirt and hazardous materials safely.
  • Assisted in the preparation of construction sites by clearing debris, leveling ground and erecting scaffolding.
  • Conducted regular maintenance checks on all tools used during construction process ensuring that they were properly functioning at all times.
  • Monitored progress of construction activities making sure deadlines were met.
  • Repaired damaged structures with appropriate materials including wood and metal components.
  • Ensured compliance with local codes regarding building regulations.
  • Inspected work areas for safety issues before beginning any task.
  • Maintained accurate records documenting project progress throughout duration of each job.
  • Assisted electrical, plumbing and carpentry teams by completing basic and semi-skilled work.
  • Notified supervisors of faulty operations and defective materials to improve production.
  • Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
  • Used laser measuring tools to calculate lengths, widths, and heights.
  • Addressed and resolved on-site problems to keep teams on-task and avoid development of larger concerns.
  • Utilized two-way radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators.
  • Met company and OSHA safety guidelines for work site operations to minimize worker risk.
  • Sustained safety protocols to maintain secure, proper handling of equipment and materials.
  • Completed carpentry work and installed crown molding and wood flooring to meet customer preferences.
  • Performed lock-out-tag-out procedures on equipment prior to service work to promote workplace safety.
  • Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
  • Gained independent working skills and guided and mentored less experienced team members.
  • Operated equipment with strong focus on safety and ground communication.
  • Loaded materials and tools into vehicles and unloaded upon arrival at jobsites.
  • Understood how to operate and maintain job site equipment safely and for maximum productivity.
  • Dug ditches or trenches, backfilled excavations or compacted and leveled earth to grade specifications.
  • Controlled traffic passing near, in or around work zones.
  • Tended pumps, compressors or generators to provide power or heat or move materials.
  • Signaled equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement or adjustment of machinery.
  • Measured, marked or recorded openings or distances to construction layout areas.
  • Lubricated, cleaned or repaired machinery or equipment.
  • Loaded or unloaded building materials to distribute machinery or tools.
  • Learned and mastered skilled trade specialties under guidance of expert mentors.

Education

High School Diploma -

Galesburg High School
Galesburg, IL
05-1988

Skills

  • Online security
  • Attention to detail
  • Project assistance
  • Task prioritization
  • Problem-solving
  • Safety awareness
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Customer service
  • Technical troubleshooting
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Machine learning
  • Relationship building
  • Time management
  • Augmented reality

Certification

  • BG certified by BG products on 10\06\2024

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Sevice Tech

Charlie Clark Nissan
09.2024 - 11.2024

Automotive Sales Consultant

Bert Ogden Hyundai
07.2024 - 08.2024

Owner Operator

Sotex Carriers Inc
01.2007 - 12.2023

Construction Worker

C. Silverado constructio
01.1988 - 01.2005

High School Diploma -

Galesburg High School
Apolinar Gonzalez