Open To Work
Ciriaco Gonzalez Jr
Round Lake,IL
Summary
Enthusiastic Plumbing Assistant known for collaborating with team members and providing great set up and cleanup of job sites. Offering a calm demeanor coupled with demolition experience.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Plumbing Assistant
Royal Flush Plumbing
Round Lake, Illinois
08.2025 - 03.2026
- Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance and safety.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient project completion.
- Assisted plumbers in installing and repairing pipes and fixtures.
- Installed waste disposal units, dishwashers and water heaters as requested by customers.
- Utilized different plumbing tools and drain cleaners to properly unclog sinks and toilets.
- Performed preventative maintenance tasks such as flushing out water heaters or cleaning drains to ensure proper functioning of all equipment.
- Repaired and maintained plumbing by replacing washers in leaky faucets, mending burst pipes.
- Assembled, installed and repaired pipes, fittings and fixtures of heating, water and drainage systems according to specifications.
- Prepared bathrooms and kitchens for plumbing installations by removing old sinks, toilets and pipes.
- Arranged job site ahead of shifts, carrying necessary parts and tools needed to complete work tasks.
- Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
Oil and Tire Technician
Walmart Automotive Center
San Antonio, Texas
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Inspected tires for wear and damage to ensure safety standards.
- Installed and balanced tires using specialized equipment and tools.
- Performed tire rotations and alignments for optimal vehicle performance.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the work area and equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to meet service deadlines efficiently.
- Diagnosed battery issues using specialized testing equipment and tools.
- Repaired and replaced batteries in various types of vehicles and equipment.
Oil and Lube Technician
Castroville Quick Lube
Castroville, Texas
01.2022 - 05.2022
- Performed oil changes and fluid level checks efficiently and safely.
- Inspected vehicles for potential issues and recommended necessary services.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas and tools.
- Assisted customers with service recommendations and vehicle maintenance questions.
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow and service quality.
- Performed preventive maintenance services such as oil changes, lubrication, and filter replacements on a variety of vehicles.
General Laborer/Forklift Operator
American pallet industries
Richmond, US
09.2020 - 12.2020
- Followed safety protocols during operation of equipment and handling materials.
- Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to load and unload supplies and materials.
- Operated machinery for pallet assembly and repair tasks.
Tile Setter
T&T Tile
Round Lake, US
01.2018 - 07.2020
- Installed various types of tile in residential and commercial spaces.
- Ensured precise measurements for accurate tile layout and placement.
- Operated cutting tools to shape tiles for various installations.
- Cut tiles and marble to project specifications by using power wet saws and tile cutters.
- Ensured that all customer requirements were met before leaving job site.
- Repaired damaged tiles by replacing them with new ones or patching them up with matching pieces.
- Grouted walls, floors and countertops with appropriate materials
- Used spacers between tiles and marble to align distance before grout application.
- Applied waterproofing membranes to showers, tubs, sinks. to prevent water seepage into underlying structures.
- Mixed adhesive according to manufacturer's instructions for wall and floor tiles installation.
- Inspected newly installed tiles for any defects such as chips or cracks.
- Cleaned and leveled surface areas and removed excess grout.
Environmental Remediation
PB Technology
Leander, US
11.2016 - 11.2017
- Commercial cleaning, restaurant kitchens, hotel.
- Adhered strictly to all company policies and procedures related to safety, health, environmental protection, and quality control.
- Monitored environmental conditions before, during, and after each blast sequence.
- Cleaned up spills or other environmental hazards encountered along the route.
- Performed environmental assessments to identify areas where additional cleaning is needed.
- Traveled frequently from different locations
Forklift Operator
Gemaire Distributors
McAllen, US
07.2016 - 10.2016
- Operated forklifts to load and unload products efficiently.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize warehouse workflows.
Spot Welder/ Forklift operator
Humanetics Precision Metal Works
McAllen, US
12.2015 - 06.2016
- Operated spot welding equipment to join metal components efficiently
- Inspect finished products for any defects or imperfections prior to delivery to customers.
- Grind down rough edges using hand tools such as grinders, files and sandpaper.
- Maintain a clean work area by removing scraps after each job is completed.
- Prepared broken parts for welding by properly grooving and scarfing surfaces
- Positioned and clamped workpieces together and properly assembled in jigs and fixtures.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within the manufacturing facility.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments efficiently to maintain workflow.
- Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials
Education
High school or equivalent -
Sharyland High School
Mission, TX 08.2009 - 06.2012
Skills
- Grinding metal
- Cutting metal
- Spot welding
- Shipping & Receiving
- Forklift
- Plumbing repairs
- Pipe installation
- Water heater maintenance
- Tile installation
- Tile cutting
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Assessments
- Work Style: Reliability, Familiar, 03/20
- Work Motivation, Highly Proficient, 09/20
Work Preference
Job Search Status
Open to workWork Type
Full TimeSalary Range
$0/hr - $1000/hrTimeline
Plumbing Assistant
Royal Flush Plumbing
08.2025 - 03.2026
Oil and Tire Technician
Walmart Automotive Center
05.2025 - 08.2025
Oil and Lube Technician
Castroville Quick Lube
01.2022 - 05.2022
General Laborer/Forklift Operator
American pallet industries
09.2020 - 12.2020
Tile Setter
T&T Tile
01.2018 - 07.2020
Environmental Remediation
PB Technology
11.2016 - 11.2017
Forklift Operator
Gemaire Distributors
07.2016 - 10.2016
Spot Welder/ Forklift operator
Humanetics Precision Metal Works
12.2015 - 06.2016
High school or equivalent -
Sharyland High School
08.2009 - 06.2012