Bretina Romero
Knoxville,TN
Summary
Currently, a student working toward an Associate in Applied Science in Surgical Technology and seeking an opportunity to begin a career. Identifies and quickly closes any knowledge gaps to offer value to the employer and team. Stays on top of demands in fast-paced environments by effectively using slow periods. Maintains organized, clean, and safe work areas with diligent attention to important details. Dedicated professional with demonstrated strengths in customer service, time management, and trend tracking. Good at troubleshooting problems and building successful solutions. Excellent verbal and written communicator with a strong background in cultivating positive relationships and exceeding goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Keyholder
Bootbarn
09.2023 - 12.2024
- Expedited order processing times with efficient organization of incoming shipments and timely merchandise updates.
- Oversaw employee schedules ensuring adequate staffing levels were maintained during peak periods.
- Opened and closed store up to 5 days per week by counting registers, making deposits, and storing and filing all daily paperwork.
Welder
Areotek/Boatmate Trailers LLC
07.2023 - 09.2024
- Utilized standard shop hand tools and equipment
- Fabricated and joined required parts to finalize work
- Supported fast-paced production work with high-quality welds on products up to 20 fully fabricated boat trailers per day.
- Provided support in developing custom jigs/fixtures to facilitate more efficient production workflows.
Ironworker
Ironworker Local 384
06.2021 - 07.2023
- Supported fast-paced production work with high-quality welds on products
- Trained new ironworkers on job site procedures, tool usage, and safety practices
- Assembled steel bars to reinforce concrete structures.
- Promoted positive work environment by mentoring junior ironworkers in industry best practices and safe techniques
Pipefitter Apprentice
Pipefitter Local 102
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Provided technical assistance to pipefitters performing plumbing installation, maintenance, fabrication, construction, and equipment repair
- Collaborated with other construction workers to complete projects on time
- Followed safety guidelines and procedures while performing tasks.
Server
Twin Peaks
02.2021 - 06.2021
- Kept food service and preparation areas clean and neat
- Demonstrated hospitality and customer service while greeting tables
- Monitored patrons for alcohol intake to appropriate levels and took measures to curtail inappropriate behavior.
- Would wait on approximately 5-6 tables at a time if necessary or understaffed.
Welder
Runyan Construction
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Maintained efficiency by keeping the warehouse and surrounding areas clean and free of debris
- Utilized standard shop hand tools and equipment
- Supported fast-paced production work with high-quality welds on products.
- Would weld out up to 80 panels per day.
Education
Associates - Business Administration -
Western New Mexico University
Silver City, NMAssociate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) - Surgical Technology W/ Sterile Proc. & Flex Endo. - Surgical Technology W/ Sterile Proc. & Flex Endo.
South College
Knoxville, TN03.2025
Skills
- Patient care and concepts 1
- Computer & Information literacy
- Intro to Surgical Technology
- Attention to Detail
- Knowledge of surgical and endoscopic instrumentation
- Microsoft Office
- PPE use
- Organization and Time Management
- Continuous learner
Certification
- Welding certs in processes SMAW (stainless and carbon), FCAW and MiG, Ironworkers local 384 - 2021-2023
- OSHA certification, Ironworker local 384 - 2021-2023
- CPR certified, South College - 2024
Timeline
Keyholder
Bootbarn
09.2023 - 12.2024
Welder
Areotek/Boatmate Trailers LLC
07.2023 - 09.2024
Pipefitter Apprentice
Pipefitter Local 102
09.2022 - 12.2022
Ironworker
Ironworker Local 384
06.2021 - 07.2023
Server
Twin Peaks
02.2021 - 06.2021
Welder
Runyan Construction
08.2019 - 08.2020
Associates - Business Administration -
Western New Mexico University
Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) - Surgical Technology W/ Sterile Proc. & Flex Endo. - Surgical Technology W/ Sterile Proc. & Flex Endo.
South College
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