Chad Cruz
New Bedford,MA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Skilled Laborer/Grounds Keeper
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
North Dartmouth, MA
06.2008 - Current
- Operated power tools and equipment to complete assigned tasks.
- Transported materials between locations in order to complete projects on time.
- Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
- Operated equipment with strong focus on safety and ground communication.
Correctional Officer
Bristol County Jail and House of Corrections
Dartmouth, MA
08.2004 - 06.2008
- Maintained order in the prison by monitoring inmate behavior, and intervening when necessary.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates, staff, and visitors.
- Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
- Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
Sales Representative
Olson's Garden Center
East Wareham, MA
06.1995 - 05.2004
- Answered product questions with up-to-date knowledge of sales and promotions.
- Presented products and services to prospective and existing customers to meet client needs.
- Developed and maintained relationships with existing clients to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Watched for and recognized security risks and thefts to prevent or handle situations.
Education
High School Diploma -
New Bedford High School
New Bedford, MA06-1992
Skills
- Equipment maintenance
- Landscaping techniques
- Able to lift 250 pounds
- Snow clearing
- Using power and hand tools
Certification
- Hoisting Engineer, License #HE-215291 Expires 03/09/2027
- Class 5-Forklift Training Card# 006644; Training Date 11/07/2023
Timeline
Skilled Laborer/Grounds Keeper
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth
06.2008 - Current
Correctional Officer
Bristol County Jail and House of Corrections
08.2004 - 06.2008
Sales Representative
Olson's Garden Center
06.1995 - 05.2004
High School Diploma -
New Bedford High School
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