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Carlos Ruiz Jr

Eagle Pass

Summary

Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Heavy Equipment Operator/Proprietor

Land Clearing Services
Eagle Pass
02.2021 - Current
  • Operate powered equipment such as mowers, tractors, chainsaws, electric clippers, sod cutters, and pruning saws.
  • Care for established lawns by mulching, aerating, weeding, grubbing, removing thatch, and trimming and edging around flower beds, walks, and walls.
  • Use hand tools such as shovels, rakes, pruning saws, hedges and brush trimmers, and axes.
  • Prune and trim trees, shrubs, and hedges, using shears, pruners, or chain saws.
  • Maintain and repair tools, equipment, and structures, such as buildings, fences, and benches, using hand and power tools.
  • Mix and spray or spread fertilizers, herbicides, or insecticides onto grass, shrubs, and trees, using hand or automatic sprayers or spreaders.
  • Provide proper upkeep of sidewalks, driveways, parking lots, fountains, planters, burial sites, and other grounds features.
  • Accurately estimated material needs based on job specifications provided by supervisor.
  • Managed daily operations of heavy equipment fleet, including troubleshooting and preventative maintenance.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
  • Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
  • Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs.
  • Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
  • Learned about new equipment and related attachments while maintaining knowledge of items used daily to meet job requirements.
  • Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
  • Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
  • Operated excavators and other construction equipment to properly grade land.
  • Followed signals from ground crew and other operators to safely move materials and prevent dangerous interactions or missed cues.
  • Compiled job cost estimates by determining detailed scope of projects and estimating material and labor costs.
  • Connected hydraulic hoses, belts and mechanical linkages to tractors.
  • Communicated with forestry personnel regarding forest harvesting and forest management plans to set up work sites.
  • Adjusted depth, angle, and tilt of dozer blade to meet specifications.
  • Moved large rocks, debris, and other materials with the dozer blade.

Ranch Hand/Hunting Guide

Diamond K Ranch
Boerne
05.2024 - 01.2025
  • Guided visitors on proper firearm handling techniques to ensure safety and compliance.
  • Administered medical treatments to sick or injured animals, enhancing overall care.
  • Operated tractors and farm equipment for diverse agricultural tasks.
  • Transported feed, supplies, and livestock between locations efficiently as needed.
  • Monitored livestock health and living conditions, providing necessary care and vaccinations.
  • Conducted tours and educational talks about ranch operations for visitors.
  • Executed clean-up of stalls, pens, and equipment using water hoses or pumps.
  • Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure prompt service and accurate order preparation.
  • Made, served, and memorized alcoholic drinks for guests.
  • Went on 1 on hunts with guest having to make their experience worth remembering while still being safe and making their hunt successful.

Crew Leader Manager

Lone Star Welding and Fencing, LLC
San Antonio
06.2022 - 09.2022
  • Structural welding and operating heavy machinery.
  • Built a perimeter fence on the Texas border.
  • Dug ditches or trenches, backfilled excavations or compacted and leveled earth to grade specifications.
  • Ensured that team members understood their roles in the project.
  • Created work schedules for employees.
  • Directed a team of 3 to 6 crew members in daily operations and assigned tasks.
  • Cleaned or prepared construction sites to eliminate hazards.
  • Reviewed plans before beginning a job to ensure accuracy of measurements and specifications.
  • Participated in hiring process for new employees
  • Resolved any disputes among crew members .
  • Scheduled periodic meetings with crew members to discuss progress and goals achieved.
  • Provided technical support to crew members when operating machinery or equipment.
  • Performed general maintenance on tools and equipment used by the crew.
  • Monitored and evaluated performance of crew members, providing feedback and coaching as needed.
  • Enforced safety mandates with good leadership skills.
  • Established and maintained professional working relationships with employees.
  • Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.

Janitor/Food Service Worker

Storm Services
Eagle Pass
01.2022 - 04.2022
  • Ensured facilities and grounds complied with state, county, and city codes.
  • Maintained cleanliness of sanctuary, offices, meeting rooms, kitchen, restrooms, and gathering hall.
  • Cooked and served approximately 400 National Guard Soldiers during events.
  • Operated Lull forklift to unload food deliveries efficiently.
  • Moved furniture, equipment, and boxes as requested by supervisors or clients.
  • Replenished bathroom supplies including soap, paper towels, and toilet tissue.
  • Emptied wastebaskets and trash containers regularly.
  • Sanitized surfaces using approved cleaning products to mitigate bacteria and virus growth.

Ranch hand

Ugly Doe Outfitters LLC
Eagle Pass
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • Maintaining ranch facilities, deer pens, fences, roads, equipment, and vehicles, shredding, mowing, General ranch work, etc.
  • Maintaining supplemental feed stations and water sources over16,000 acres.
  • Guiding hunters and entertaining ranch guests.
  • Preparation of harvested animals which includes skinning, and quartering.

Education

High School Diploma -

Eagle Pass High School
Eagle Pass, TX
05.2022

Associates -

Southwest Texas Junior College
Eagle Pass, TX

Skills

Core Competencies

  • Strong ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships
  • Skilled in prioritizing tasks and setting clear, achievable goals
  • Excellent time management and ability to meet tight deadlines
  • Adaptable to fast-paced, dynamic environments
  • Receptive to feedback and committed to continuous learning
  • Proven decision-making and problem-solving abilities
  • Team player with experience in coordination and delegation
  • Bilingual: Fluent in English and Spanish (verbal communication)

Technical & Trade Skills

  • Heavy equipment operation (eg, bulldozers, tractors, multi-machine operation)
  • Hydraulic systems and mechanical troubleshooting
  • Basic and advanced welding
  • Plumbing and pipe maintenance
  • Fence construction and maintenance
  • Roadway grading and land development
  • Equipment and machinery repair and maintenance
  • Skilled in using hand and power tools

Agriculture, Land & Animal Management

  • Livestock care and feeding
  • Animal behavior understanding and care techniques
  • Land and habitat management
  • Hunting safety, planning, and techniques
  • Firearm safety and shooting accuracy
  • Camouflage and survival skills
  • Physical fitness for field and outdoor labor

Hospitality & Customer Service

  • Professional dining service and food preparation
  • Wine service and hospitality standards
  • Customer-focused service in high-volume environments
  • POS (Point of Sale) system operations
  • Cash handling and tips distribution
  • Conflict resolution and guest satisfaction
  • Hospitality and accommodation services

Administrative & Organizational Skills

  • Project and task management
  • Job assignment planning
  • Accurate record keeping
  • Multitasking and strong organizational skills
  • Conflict resolution and professional communication

Timeline

Ranch Hand/Hunting Guide

Diamond K Ranch
05.2024 - 01.2025

Crew Leader Manager

Lone Star Welding and Fencing, LLC
06.2022 - 09.2022

Janitor/Food Service Worker

Storm Services
01.2022 - 04.2022

Heavy Equipment Operator/Proprietor

Land Clearing Services
02.2021 - Current

Ranch hand

Ugly Doe Outfitters LLC
01.2020 - 01.2021

High School Diploma -

Eagle Pass High School

Associates -

Southwest Texas Junior College