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CHRISTOPHER GARCIA

Houston,TX

Summary

Accomplished and energetic with a solid history of achievement in customer service. Motivated leader with strong critical thinking and prioritization abilities. Areas of expertise include Installation and repairing. Computers and Electronics Customer and Personal Service Troubleshooting Repairing & installation Active Listening & learning Critical Thinking Active Learning English Language Installation Transportation and Line Locating along with Damage investigation skills.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Damage Investigator

United Locating Services
10.2021 - Current
  • Documented findings and prepared detailed reports.
  • Conducted thorough face-to-face interviews with employers, families, neighbors, friends, and suspects, and documented investigative findings.
  • Collected, analyzed and interpreted information, documentation, and physical evidence associated with investigations.
  • Maintain a professional tone.

Satellite Technician

DISH NETWORK
08.2017 - 08.2019
  • Note differences in wire and cable colors so that work can be performed correctly
  • Test circuits and components of malfunctioning telecommunications equipment to isolate sources of malfunctions, using test meters, circuit diagrams, polarity probes, and other hand tools
  • Test repaired, newly installed, or updated equipment to ensure that it functions properly and conforms to specifications, using test equipment and observation
  • Drive crew trucks to and from work areas
  • Inspect equipment on a regular basis in order to ensure proper functioning
  • Remove and remake connections in order to change circuit layouts, following work orders or diagrams
  • Demonstrate equipment to customers and explain how it is to be used, and respond to any inquiries or complaints
  • Analyze test readings, computer printouts, and trouble reports to determine equipment repair needs and required repair methods
  • Adjust or modify equipment to enhance equipment performance or to respond to customer requests
  • Remove loose wires and other debris after work is completed
  • Request support from technical service centers when on-site procedures fail to solve installation or maintenance problems
  • Collaborate with other workers in order to locate and correct malfunctions
  • Climb poles and ladders, use truck-mounted booms, and enter areas such as manholes and cable vaults, in order to install, maintain, or inspect equipment
  • Clean and maintain tools, test equipment, and motor vehicles
  • Dig holes or trenches as necessary for equipment installation and access.

Chef, Host, To-GOs

Gringos Mexican Restaurant
08.2016 - 08.2017
  • Monitor compliance with health and fire regulations regarding food preparation and serving, and building maintenance in lodging and dining facilities
  • Greet guests, escort them to their seats, and present them with menus and wine lists
  • Monitor food preparation methods, portion sizes, and garnishing and presentation of food to ensure that food is prepared and presented in an acceptable manner
  • Investigate and resolve complaints regarding food quality, service, or accommodations
  • Coordinate assignments of cooking personnel to ensure economical use of food and timely preparation
  • Perform some food preparation or service tasks such as cooking, clearing tables, and serving food and drinks when necessary.

Server, Chef

Pizza Hut
07.2013 - 08.2016
  • Serve customers in eating places that specialize in fast service and inexpensive carry-out food
  • Accept payment from customers, and make change as necessary
  • Request and record customer orders, and compute bills using cash registers, multicounting machines, or pencil and paper
  • Clean and organize eating, service, and kitchen areas
  • Notify kitchen personnel of shortages or special orders
  • Communicate with customers regarding orders, comments, and complaints
  • Prepare daily food items, and cook simple foods and beverages, such as sandwiches, salads, soups, pizza, or coffee using proper safety precautions and sanitary measures
  • Select food items from serving or storage areas and place them in dishes, on serving trays, or in takeout bags
  • Relay food orders to cooks
  • Prepare and serve cold drinks, or frozen milk drinks or desserts, using drink-dispensing, milkshake, or frozen custard machines
  • Collect and return dirty dishes to the kitchen for washing
  • Perform personnel activities such as supervising and training employees
  • Monitor and order supplies or food items and restock as necessary to maintain inventory
  • Pack food, dishes, utensils, tablecloths, and accessories for transportation from catering or food preparation establishments to locations designated by customers.

Education

High School Diploma -

J Frank Dobie High School
Houston, Texas
06.2015

Skills

  • Installation and repairing
  • Computers and Electronics
  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Troubleshooting
  • Repairing & installation
  • Active Listening & learning
  • Critical Thinking
  • Active Learning
  • English Language
  • Installation
  • Transportation
  • Line Locating
  • Trouble locating
  • Damage investigations

References

Available upon request.

Timeline

Damage Investigator

United Locating Services
10.2021 - Current

Satellite Technician

DISH NETWORK
08.2017 - 08.2019

Chef, Host, To-GOs

Gringos Mexican Restaurant
08.2016 - 08.2017

Server, Chef

Pizza Hut
07.2013 - 08.2016

High School Diploma -

J Frank Dobie High School
CHRISTOPHER GARCIA