Christine Vela
West Sacramento,CA
Summary
Self-motivated Highway Maintenance Worker with experience in road cleaning and repairs. Well-rounded individual with great eye for safety procedures and communication skills. Proven history of best-in-class work ethic and adaptability. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level highway maintenance position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Highway Maintenance Worker
Caltrans District 3
04.2023 - Current
- Cleaned and graded ditches, drainage structures, highway shoulders and slopes.
- Promoted 1 year safe working environment by adhering to established safety protocols and procedures during daily tasks.
- Operated heavy machinery proficiently for tasks such as grading, snow removal, and vegetation management along highways.
- Operated all heavy equipment properly according to employer safety specifications.
- Safely controlled traffic in high-volume areas during roadwork projects and repairs.
- Removed debris and snow and kept roadways and parking lots clear.
- Completed attractive roadside landscaping through timely mowing, weed removal and new plantings to beautify local roadways.
Store Manager
Goodwill Outlet
03.2012 - 03.2023
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of store, maintaining stores clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
- Assisted with hiring, training and mentoring new staff members.
- Improved customer satisfaction through staff training in customer service and product knowledge.
- Maintained proper product levels and inventory controls for merchandise and organized backroom to facilitate effective ordering and stock rotation.
- Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
- Mentored new hires during their on boarding process, ensuring they were well-equipped to excel in their roles from day one.
- Approved regular payroll submissions for employees.
- Set effective store schedules based on customer levels, individual employee knowledge, and service requirements.
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
EVS Housekeeper
Mercy General Hospital
10.2010 - 06.2011
- Interacted with hospital staff, patients, and families to demonstrate good customer service techniques.
- Cleaned and disinfected patient exam rooms, surgery suites, and common areas to promote sanitary treatment and services environment.
- Enhanced cleanliness by thoroughly disinfecting high-touch surfaces in patient rooms and common areas.
- Removed bed sheets and towels from rooms and pre-treated stains to maintain and restore linen condition.
- Wore necessary personal protective equipment to minimize risks from hazardous materials, biohazards, and other harmful substances.
- Used chemicals by following safety protocols and procedures to avoid burns and injuries.
Education
GED -
C.K High School
Sacramento, CA01.1997
Skills
- Dependable ,team player ,energetic personality, good communication skills
- Work Zone Safety
- Drainage system maintenance
- Safe equipment handling
- Safety Procedures
- Interpersonal and written communication
- Emergency Response
- Roadside Cleanup
- Landscaping Maintenance
Timeline
Highway Maintenance Worker
Caltrans District 3
04.2023 - Current
Store Manager
Goodwill Outlet
03.2012 - 03.2023
EVS Housekeeper
Mercy General Hospital
10.2010 - 06.2011
GED -
C.K High School
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