Christopher Barrera
Amarillo,TX
Summary
Adept Mill Operator and Concrete Finisher with a proven track record at Rodgers Feedyard #2, showcasing exceptional equipment operation and adaptive learning skills. Expert in maintaining machinery to ensure peak performance and safety. Demonstrated ability to enhance team efficiency and productivity by over 30% through innovative problem-solving and technical aptitude.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Mill Operator
Rodgers Feedyard #2
Dimmitt, TX
06.2020 - 10.2023
- Loaded raw materials into hoppers or onto conveyor belts for processing by milling machines.
- Troubleshot problems with machinery or tooling in order to maintain quality standards.
- Performed routine maintenance on machinery, including lubricating moving parts, replacing worn cutting tools, checking fluid levels and replacing filters.
- Reported defective materials or questionable conditions to supervisor immediately.
- Followed safety guidelines when operating equipment and handling hazardous materials.
- Cleaned work areas, machines, and equipment regularly to ensure a safe working environment.
- Assisted other team members with various tasks as needed.
Concrete Finisher
Domingo Montiel Concrete & Construction
Dimmitt, TX
06.2018 - 07.2019
- Mixed, poured and spread concrete using a variety of tools including trowels, floats and screeds.
- Operated power vibrators to compact concrete into place.
- Measured and cut reinforcing steel bars in order to reinforce the structure.
- Leveled and smoothed freshly placed concrete with a straight edge or float.
- Finished surfaces by hand-troweling or machine-troweling for a smooth finish.
- Assisted in setting up formwork prior to pouring concrete.
- Sprayed curing compound on newly finished surfaces as needed.
- Repaired damaged areas of existing concrete structures using appropriate materials.
- Checked alignment of forms prior to pouring concrete ensuring accuracy of final product.
- Prepared mixtures of sand, gravel, cement and water according to specified proportions.
- Followed instructions given by supervisors regarding job requirements such as depth and width measurements.
Education
High School Diploma -
Dimmitt High School
Dimmitt05-1993
Some College (No Degree) - HVAC
Lincoln Technical Institue
Grand Prairie, TXSkills
- Equipment operation
- Tool selection
- Adaptive learning
- Technical aptitude
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Mill Operator
Rodgers Feedyard #2
06.2020 - 10.2023
Concrete Finisher
Domingo Montiel Concrete & Construction
06.2018 - 07.2019
High School Diploma -
Dimmitt High School
Some College (No Degree) - HVAC
Lincoln Technical Institue
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