Carlos Valadez
Puyallup,WA
Summary
Results-driven flooring professional offering strong knowledge of varied materials and techniques. Eager to contribute 25 years of experience to a dynamic team.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Floor Layer
University Of Washington, Seattle
07.2023 - Current
- Operated hand tools and machines to cut material and achieve proper fit around obstructions.
- Recorded measurements and devised plans to match installation specifications.
- Installed sheeting on floor surfaces, applying adhesive, and rolling with [Type] tool to form smoothest finish.
- Assessed high-traffic areas and planned flooring layout and seam placement to suit expected traffic patterns.
- Supplied accurate measurements and estimates for projects.
- Worked with different adhesives to join foundation, flooring, and wall materials.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
President
Charly Floor Covering LLC
08.2009 - Current
- Hired and managed employees to maximize productivity while training staff on best practices and protocols.
- Cultivated strong relationships with external partners to foster collaboration and maximize resources.
- Reduced operational costs through strategic cost management initiatives.
- Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
- Used polishing and surfacing machines to polish surfaces.
- Applied sealants or other protective coatings to waterproof or restore concrete surfaces.
- Painted indoor areas such as hallways, bathrooms, and lobbies.
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
Education
High School Diploma -
North High School
Phoenix, AZSkills
- Waterproofing techniques
- Floor maintenance
- Baseboard installation
- Laminate flooring
- Existing floor removal
- Floor leveling
- Concrete epoxy coating
- Carpet installation
- FRP installation
- P-Lam installation
- Rubber flooring
- Millwork
- Self Leveling
- Flash cove
- Floor polishing
- Indoor and outdoor painting
- Minor wall repair
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Floor Layer
University Of Washington, Seattle
07.2023 - Current
President
Charly Floor Covering LLC
08.2009 - Current
High School Diploma -
North High School
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