Arvonte Leary
Moreno Valley,CA
Summary
Trustworthy professional offering several years as a foreman. Detailed and skilled in planning, assigning and directing work tasks. Team-oriented professional with strong commitment to maintaining safe, clean job sites. Dedicated to quality and clear communication. Very decisive when responding to urgent issues and resolving problems.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Foreman
Retrofit Services
Rancho Cucamonga, California
09.2025 - Current
- Supervised daily operations of construction projects for Retrofit Services.
- Coordinated crew tasks to streamline workflow and optimize project timelines.
- Managed equipment and tools to ensure proper maintenance and safety compliance.
- Trained new employees on safety protocols and operational procedures.
- Conducted site inspections to monitor progress and adherence to specifications.
- Resolved on-site issues promptly to maintain project timelines and quality standards.
- Guided and directed crew members, offering technical assistance to resolve operational challenges.
- Executed installation of mini split units and HVAC systems to enhance system performance and energy conservation.
- Implemented best practices for waste management and resource conservation.
- Ensured all workers adhered to company policies and procedures.
- Maintained daily logs of labor and equipment used on-site.
Automotive Welder and Fabricator
Impala Hunter Classical Restoration
Perris, CA
01.2007 - Current
Install & Welding Foreman
MVAC (Menifee Valley Air Conditioning)
Menifee, CA
10.2019 - 07.2024
- Performed take-off of ductwork and materials to optimize workflow
- Led a crew of 10+ workers to ensure project completion.
- Coordinated crane lifts for 35+ units, ensuring safe and efficient setup
- Overlooked all welder and assigned them to jobs as needed
- Supported PM with RFIs and change orders to enhance project efficiency
- Welded grease ducts connecting hoods and exhaust fans to ensure proper airflow.
- Assisted PM with RFIs and change orders to help as efficiently as possible
- Directed welders in job assignments based on project requirements.
- Began with take-off of all ductwork and materials to regulate workflow
- Coordinate with other companies on deliveries of equipment that’s assigned to job sites
Lead Welder & Installer
K and S Air Conditioning
Orange, CA
01.2016 - 10.2019
- Led a team of six installers and welders on various projects
- Supervised team of installers and welders
- Executed installation of duct systems for both commercial and residential properties
- Brazed copper line sets to chemical compound guidelines
- Planned and designed residential and commercial grease duct shafts at multiple locations
- Residential and commercial planner and layout specialist of grease duct shafts at various locations
- Communicated daily activities and installation updates to customer representative, ensuring alignment and satisfaction
- Met with management team at least twice a month to provide project reports
- Maintained daily activity logs for management, enhancing project tracking and accountability
- Guided new team members through new installations, making sure they
Sheet Metal Fabricator
Christian Brothers Mechanic
Mira Loma, CA
01.2013 - 01.2016
- Fabricated plenums, ducts, and shafts to meet project specifications
- Welded grease ducts within the shop and in the field.
- Read plans and assisted with layout to optimize installation efficiency
Education
Highschool Diploma -
Citrus Hill High School
Perris, CASkills
- Installation and Removal
- Fabricator
- Welder
- Automotive Repair & Restoration
- Inspection readiness
- Safety compliance
- OSHA compliance
- Project management
- Team Leadership
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Microsoft Office
- Procore
- Problem solving
- Build-Ops
- Build-Ops
Certification
- Fall Protection
- CPR
- Heat Illness
- First Aid
- Aerial Lift Operator
- Scissor Lift Operator
- Welder
- Forklift Operator
- Hilti Power Tools
- OSHA
References
- Ronald Recasner (909) 203-0205
Timeline
Foreman
Retrofit Services
09.2025 - Current
Install & Welding Foreman
MVAC (Menifee Valley Air Conditioning)
10.2019 - 07.2024
Lead Welder & Installer
K and S Air Conditioning
01.2016 - 10.2019
Sheet Metal Fabricator
Christian Brothers Mechanic
01.2013 - 01.2016
Automotive Welder and Fabricator
Impala Hunter Classical Restoration
01.2007 - Current
Highschool Diploma -
Citrus Hill High School