Carlos Martinez
Fire Door Inspector
League City,Houston, TX
Summary
Dynamic Fire Life & Safety Door Inspector at ACME Architectural Hardware. Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Life & Safety Door Inspector
ACME Architectural Hardware
07.2025 - Current
- Upheld codes and regulations governing materials, processes, and procedures.
- Identified potential hazards and recommended corrective actions, ensuring a safer work environment for all employees.
- Followed standard operating procedures for inspections and tests.
- Examined products for imperfections and defects.
- Identified repair and upgrade requirements needed to meet safety and quality standards.
Fire Life & Safety Door Technician
ACME Architectural Hardware
08.2023 - 07.2025
- Implemented preventive maintenance programs for clients, reducing downtime and increasing overall efficiency of their door systems.
- Ensured safety compliance with proper inspection, maintenance, and repairs of commercial doors.
- Improved door functionality for clients by diagnosing issues accurately and implementing appropriate solutions.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing timely and efficient installation and repair services for various door systems.
- Completed required paperwork such as work orders according to services performed or required.
- Updated daily logs with hours and materials used.
- Measured and estimated jobs in order to calculate fees.
- Participated in ongoing training to stay current on industry trends, best practices, and safety regulations.
Commercial Pool Technician
Gulf Coast Aquatics
03.2022 - 08.2023
- Obtained water readings and adjusted water chemistry to keep pool clean and sanitized.
- Provided exceptional customer service by effectively communicating with clients regarding their pool care needs and expectations.
- Improved pool water quality by conducting regular chemical testing and adjusting treatment levels accordingly.
- Inspected pool equipment and verified proper functionality to maintain safety standards.
- Assisted new team members in learning proper techniques for various maintenance tasks, contributing to their professional development.
- Exercised strong knowledge of swimming pool motors, pumps and filtration systems to service and monitor pool and equipment.
- Updated and maintained service logs with high attention to detail for each pool, ensuring accountability and transparency.
- Performed seasonal opening and closing procedures for outdoor pools to ensure optimal functionality throughout the year.
Restaurant Manager
Red River BBQ & Grill
01.2021 - 03.2022
- Managed daily operations to ensure a high level of efficiency, consistency, and quality in both food and service.
- Carefully interviewed, selected, trained, and supervised staff.
- Met, greeted, and encouraged feedback from customers and used feedback to implement positive changes within restaurant.
- Reconciled cash and credit card transactions to maintain accurate records.
- Promoted a positive work environment with proactive conflict resolution strategies and team-building activities.
- Reduced staff turnover rate with effective leadership, open communication, and employee development opportunities.
- Assisted in development and implementation of new menus to offer variety and options to customers.
- Coordinated catering services for private events, delivering memorable experiences while maximizing profits.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to streamline order preparation processes, reducing wait times for customers.
- Cultivated strong team culture, organizing team-building activities that improved morale and teamwork.
- Kept facility compliant with health codes, sanitation requirements and license regulations, alleviating potentially heavy fines.
- Coordinated with catering staff to deliver food services for special events and functions.
Restaurant Cashier
Red River BBQ & Grill
11.2016 - 01.2021
- Handled high volume transactions calmly, maintaining composure under pressure and delivering excellent customer service.
- Enhanced guest experience with exceptional service and positive demeanor during checkout process.
- Streamlined workflow by maintaining a clean, organized cashier station for smooth operations.
- Assisted in menu knowledge training for new employees, contributing to improved team performance.
- Performed end-of-shift duties such as cleaning cashier stations, counting cash drawers, restocking supplies as needed.
- Balanced multiple responsibilities simultaneously, prioritizing tasks according to immediate needs of the restaurant operation.
Education
High School Diploma -
Clear Creek High School
League City, TX05-2019
Skills
- Quality control
- Visual inspections
- Inspection reporting
- Training and mentoring
- Safety awareness
- Clean driving record
- Blueprint reading
- Active listening
- Multitasking
- Attention to detail
- Observant nature
- CFDAI expertise
Certification
CFDAI
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Fire Life & Safety Door Inspector
ACME Architectural Hardware
07.2025 - Current
Fire Life & Safety Door Technician
ACME Architectural Hardware
08.2023 - 07.2025
Commercial Pool Technician
Gulf Coast Aquatics
03.2022 - 08.2023
Restaurant Manager
Red River BBQ & Grill
01.2021 - 03.2022
Restaurant Cashier
Red River BBQ & Grill
11.2016 - 01.2021
High School Diploma -
Clear Creek High School
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