Brian Cates
Riverside,CA
Summary
Skilled Labor Worker with strong track record of success in maintenance, repair and general labor. Multitasks and works well in fast-paced, high-volume environments. Versed in completing challenging tasks and working well as a team. Flexible work and shift schedule with expertise operating basic hand and power tools. Excellent work performance in individual and team roles combined with superior attendance record. The military has thought me a strong work ethic and to take pride in what everything I do. I will always bring that to the job every day.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Infantryman
United States Marine Corps
Twentynine Palms, CA
06.2005 - 06.2009
- Responded to emergencies with speed, efficiency and knowledgeable assistance.
- Patrolled designated coverage areas and evaluated terrain for defensive use.
- Trained in use of tear gas, passive ordnance
- Led fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
- Deployed to Iraq twice for 7 months each rotation.
Construction Worker
Aggressive Forms
Abbotsford, BC
08.2009 - 10.2011
- Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
- Assisted with successful, time-sensitive renovations of various structures.
- Installed new structures, updated systems and replaced worn components to bring buildings up to current codes.
- Also got to work on building structures for the 2010 winter olympics in Whistler Britsh Columbia
Department Manager
Walmart
City of Industry, CA
10.2015 - 06.2018
- Managed inventory and receiving operations to maintain optimal stock levels and meet expected demands.
- Worked actively with management team to create daily and weekly sales plans based on weekly sales trends.
- Communicated with managers of other departments to maintain transparency.
- Motivated associates to consistently deliver effective selling behaviors through coaching and recognition.
Backroom Team Lead
Target
Rowland Heights, CA
11.2019 - 11.2022
- Received incoming merchandise and stored in correct stock locations.
- Maintained orderly stockroom for ease of retrieval.
- Used hand-held devices and computers to record and monitor inventory levels and completed audits to uncover and address inaccuracies.
- Evaluated supplies and product inventory to check for quality and quantity issues and returned unacceptable materials to vendors.
Education
High School Diploma -
Glen A. Wilson High School
Hacienda Heights, CA06.2002
No Degree - Heating, Air Conditioning, And Refrigeration Installation And Repair
WyoTech - Long Beach
Long Beach, CA04.2014
Skills
- Teamwork Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Hard Working
- Reliable
- Basic Equipment Operation
- Safety-First Mentality
- Physical Strength and Stamina
- Ground Reconnaissance
- Operational Advisement
Timeline
Backroom Team Lead
Target
11.2019 - 11.2022
Department Manager
Walmart
10.2015 - 06.2018
Construction Worker
Aggressive Forms
08.2009 - 10.2011
Infantryman
United States Marine Corps
06.2005 - 06.2009
High School Diploma -
Glen A. Wilson High School
No Degree - Heating, Air Conditioning, And Refrigeration Installation And Repair
WyoTech - Long Beach