Carlos Flores
Republic Services, Inc.
El Paso,Texas
13
years of professional experience
Experienced industrial and construction professional with 10+ years of hands-on experience operating heavy equipment, maintaining industrial systems, welding, installing plumbing, troubleshooting equipment, and supporting construction operations. Experienced operating two SWDs and one TRD, performing oil, water, and solids separation, replacing pumps, and completing rig-up and rig-down activities. Former United States Air Force Tactical Aircraft Maintainer responsible for maintenance and documentation on a $55 million aircraft. Skilled in safety-critical operations, equipment reliability, material handling, and team leadership.
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator / Centrifuge Operator
- Operated two SWDs and one TRD to support daily industrial processing and facility operations.
- Managed the separation of oil, water, and solids while monitoring equipment performance and process conditions.
- Performed pump maintenance, troubleshooting, removal, and replacement to support equipment uptime and reliable operations.
- Completed rig-up and rig-down of multiple plumbing configurations, pumps, hoses, and process equipment.
- Operated heavy equipment and supported material movement, equipment positioning, and facility maintenance activities.
- Assisted with oil sales operations by supporting product handling and related field activities.
- Identified equipment issues and coordinated repairs to reduce operational interruptions.
- Followed site safety procedures while working around industrial equipment, pumps, fluids, and processing systems.
- Maintained accurate operational awareness and communicated equipment or process concerns to supervisors and team members.
Heavy Equipment Operator
3 Months- Operated multiple types of heavy equipment in an industrial and environmental work environment.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks, equipment, and materials while maintaining safe positioning and material-handling practices.
- Assisted with pump operation, setup, maintenance, and troubleshooting during field activities.
- Performed routine equipment inspections and reported mechanical issues before they affected operations.
- Assisted with equipment maintenance and cleaning to support safe, reliable daily use.
- Washed out trucks and heavy equipment to remove residual materials and maintain clean operating conditions.
- Worked in physically demanding conditions while following job-site safety procedures and equipment operating requirements.
Welder / General Laborer
2 Years- Completed welding repairs and fabrication on hauling boxes and equipment used by Republic Services.
- Replaced broken, damaged, or missing parts to restore equipment condition and usability.
- Installed and repaired facility plumbing, piping, fittings, and related components.
- Operated forklifts, man lifts, and skid steers to move materials, access elevated work areas, and support facility operations.
- Pressure washed equipment to remove corrosive materials and help prevent further equipment deterioration.
- Assisted with general industrial maintenance, equipment repairs, material handling, and facility upkeep.
- Prepared and billed materials and items used by Republic Services for facility operations.
- Worked safely around heavy equipment, corrosive materials, welding operations, and industrial work areas.
- Supported timely completion of repair and maintenance tasks by combining welding, mechanical, plumbing, and general labor skills.
General Laborer / Carpenter
4 Years 2 Months- Supported residential construction projects from site preparation through completion.
- Operated a skid steer to grade, level, and prepare work areas for construction activities.
- Performed carpentry, framing, material handling, and general construction work using hand and power tools.
- Welded steel pipe used for structural support beams and construction applications.
- Installed plumbing systems, piping, fixtures, and related components.
- Assisted with job-site layout, preparation, cleanup, and movement of construction materials.
- Completed physically demanding work while maintaining organized and safe job-site conditions.
- Adapted to changing project requirements and performed multiple construction trades as needed.
Package Handler / Team Leader
2 Years 6 Months- Loaded and unloaded packages at a fast pace while maintaining accuracy and safe handling practices.
- Sorted packages into designated containers and shipping areas according to routing requirements.
- Identified potentially hazardous packages and verified that required shipping documentation was present.
- Held multiple skilled positions and supported operations across different work areas.
- Served as a team leader responsible for helping coordinate workflow and maintain productivity.
- Worked effectively under strict time constraints and high-volume shipping conditions.
- Maintained package-handling accuracy while meeting daily production and dispatch deadlines.
- Followed workplace safety procedures while handling heavy, oversized, and potentially hazardous shipments.
Tactical Aircraft Maintainer
2 Years 2 Months- Performed maintenance and completed technical documentation on a $55 million tactical aircraft.
- Supported daily aircraft launch and recovery operations in a safety-critical military environment.
- Inspected aircraft systems, identified maintenance issues, and completed corrective actions according to technical requirements.
- Maintained accurate maintenance records and documentation to support aircraft readiness and regulatory compliance.
- Worked as part of a high-performance maintenance team responsible for mission-critical equipment.
- Achieved the rank of E-4 through demonstrated performance, reliability, and leadership.
- Received multiple awards and recognitions for outstanding job performance.
- Followed strict military safety, quality-control, inspection, and maintenance procedures.
- Performed effectively under time-sensitive conditions while maintaining attention to detail and operational readiness.
Furniture Technician
5 Months- Assembled furniture efficiently while maintaining product quality and minimizing damage.
- Loaded and prepared large furniture orders for shipment and customer delivery.
- Received incoming furniture shipments and organized products throughout the warehouse.
- Maintained warehouse inventory and helped locate, stage, and move furniture orders.
- Used safe lifting and material-handling practices when moving large and heavy furniture.
- Supported fast-paced warehouse operations while maintaining accuracy in order preparation.
Customer Service Associate / Shift Leader
11 Months- Assisted customers with orders, product selection, and service needs in a fast-paced bakery environment.
- Managed inventory, received shipments, and prepared customer and commercial orders.
- Coordinated order fulfillment and helped ensure products were prepared and delivered accurately.
- Served as shift leader and supported daily workflow, task assignments, and customer service operations.
- Maintained organized work areas and followed food-handling and workplace safety procedures.
- Balanced customer service, inventory control, shipping, receiving, and shift responsibilities.
Tactical Aircraft Maintainer
2 Years 2 Months- Rank: E-4
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Heavy Equipment Operation
Centrifuge Operations
SWD and TRD Operations
Oil
Water
and Solids Separation
Pump Maintenance and Replacement
Industrial Equipment Maintenance
Welding and Fabrication
Plumbing Installation
Rig-Up and Rig-Down
Skid Steer Operation
Forklift and Man Lift Operation
Equipment Troubleshooting
Preventive Maintenance
Rigging and Material Handling
Construction and Carpentry
Pressure Washing and Equipment Cleaning
Hazardous Material Awareness
Shipping and Receiving
Inventory Control
Team Leadership
Safety Compliance
Technical Documentation
Personal Information
Title: Heavy Equipment Operator | Industrial Operations | Maintenance | Welding
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- Experienced operating heavy equipment in industrial, environmental, construction, and warehouse settings.
- Experienced working around pumps, plumbing systems, corrosive materials, welding equipment, and industrial processing equipment.
- Available to provide specific production volumes, equipment models, safety metrics, certifications, and maintenance results upon request.
Timeline
Heavy Equipment Operator
Desert Environmental
11.2024 - 02.2025Read More
Welder / General Laborer
All Gelly Incorporated
09.2022 - 09.2024Read More
General Laborer / Carpenter
Grace Construction
07.2018 - 09.2022Read More
Package Handler / Team Leader
UPS
12.2015 - 06.2018Read More
Furniture Technician
Ashley Furniture Warehouse
07.2015 - 12.2015Read More
Tactical Aircraft Maintainer
United States Air Force
04.2013 - 06.2015Read More
Tactical Aircraft Maintainer
United States Air Force
04.2013 - 06.2015Read More
Customer Service Associate / Shift Leader
Supreme Bakery
03.2012 - 02.2013Read More
Heavy Equipment Operator / Centrifuge Operator
Republic Services, Inc.
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Paso Del Norte
High School Diploma
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