Christina Gonzalez
Virginia Beach,VA
Summary
I’m a hardworking and motivated construction trades student with hands-on experience helping build decks, sunrooms, and doing interior remodeling like drywall, tile, and fixture installs. I work well with others, stay organized, and take pride in learning something new every day. I’m looking for a place where I can grow, gain more experience, and be part of a strong team.
Willing to relocate: Anywhere
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Carpenter
McDrake Remodeling
Virginia Beach, VA
08.2025 - Current
- Assisted in planning and layout of residential remodeling projects, including measuring, marking, and preparing materials.
- Helped construct sunrooms, decks, and sheds, framing walls, installing doors/windows, and ensuring level, accurate structures.
- Performed interior remodeling tasks—drywall, insulation, flooring, and trim finishing.
- Installed and replaced plumbing fixtures such as sinks, toilets, showers, and garbage disposals.
- Supported tile projects, including surface prep, mastic application, and grouting.
- Worked alongside licensed contractors on carpentry and plumbing projects, learning trade safety and efficiency.
- Operated power tools to perform cutting, framing, and assembly tasks.
- Maintained clean, safe, and organized job sites while communicating effectively with team
Salesman
ADT
Virginia Beach, VA
01.2019 - 04.2025
- Worked with production teams to assess, update and optimize delivery dates for customers.
- Contacted new and existing customers to outline benefits of products.
- Conducted site visits to assess needs, demonstrate products and recommend strategic solutions for customer requirements.
- Followed-up with clients after installations to assess quality service and customer satisfaction.
- Created sales and revenue-generating opportunities in new markets to improve bottom line.
- Developed and implemented restructuring solutions, training programs and process improvement initiatives to boost performance.
- Achieved sales goals, increasing revenue for top accounts and expanded personal sales portfolio by adding new accounts.
- Collaborated with retailers to strengthen product exposure with optimal locations, shelf positions and signage.
Education
High School - undefined
Manhattan
Manhattan, NY06.2019
Skills
- Writing Skills
- Fabrication
- Leadership (2 years)
- Spanish
- Carpentry
- Load & unload
- Tile laying
- Creativity and Problem solving
- Hand tools
- Teamwork
- Safe work practices
- Glass installation
- Hospitality
- Caulking
- Basic math
- Organizational skills
- Communication skills
- Drywall
- Moving
- Frame carpentry
- Interpreting technical drawings
- Paints
- Trim carpentry
- Power tool safety
- Construction plans
- Construction site inspections
- Welding
- Shipping & receiving
- Attention to detail
- Driving
- Time management
Certification
- First Aid Certification
- CPR Certification
- Non-CDL Class C
Languages
Bilingual
Building and construction program
- Tidewater Tech-Norfolk, VA
- January 2025 to July 2025
- Skills & Certifications
- OSHA 10 Certification (Pending)
- END OF AUGUST
- EPA 608 Certification (Pending)
- CPR & AED Certified
- Strong knowledge of construction safety standards, including OSHA regulations and EPA guidelines
- Skilled in reading and interpreting blueprints and construction plans
- Proficient in the use of hand and power tools (e.g., drills, saws, hammers)
- Understanding of building materials, techniques, and sustainability practices
- Ability to work independently and in teams to complete projects on time and within budget
- Excellent verbal communication and team liaison skills
- Highly organized with strong multitasking and problem-solving abilities
Timeline
Carpenter
McDrake Remodeling
08.2025 - Current
Salesman
ADT
01.2019 - 04.2025
High School - undefined
Manhattan