DANIEL APODACA
San Diego
Summary
Professional driver with proven expertise in safely and efficiently operating vehicles in various conditions. Strong focus on teamwork and results, adapting readily to changing needs. Reliable and skilled in customer service, route planning, and vehicle maintenance. Dependable, flexible, and committed to achieving high standards in every task.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Soccer Coach
1 on 1 training pros
San Diego, CA
03.2016 - Current
- Provided training for all ages from kids to college athletes providing strength and conditioning and other set skills provided to improve our athletes in specific areas of their game.
- Developed individualized training programs to enhance player skills and performance.
- Analyzed player performance metrics to identify strengths and areas for improvement.
- Implemented strategic drills that improved team cohesion and game strategy understanding.
- Coordinated practice schedules ensuring optimal use of training facilities and resources.
- Facilitated communication between players, parents, and staff to promote a positive training environment.
- Fostered a safe, positive environment for players to grow both athletically and personally through mentoring efforts.
- Adopted soccer strategies and tactics to maximize team potential.
- Developed and led age- and ability-appropriate soccer training drills.
Park Attendant
City of Escondido
Escondido, CA
04.2018 - 12.2018
- Facilitated people at the local parks, manage the boat dock, stroll the park managing the safety of others, maintain the park making sure it’s clean, Performed administrative tasks. Performed grounds maintenance by cutting grass and trimming trees. Assisted park rangers on permit checks and regulations on park and lake.
- Maintained park cleanliness and safety through regular inspections and debris removal.
- Assisted visitors with inquiries, providing information on park amenities and activities.
- Organized recreational programs, fostering community engagement and participation.
Customer Service Rep
Service Master
Escondido, CA
01.2018 - 04.2018
- Answered phone calls, assisted the clients with their needs, made payments, and overall assisted with the crew in moving clients personal belongings.
- Resolved customer inquiries efficiently, ensuring high satisfaction and retention rates.
- Managed incoming service requests using CRM software to streamline operations and improve response times.
- Trained new employees on service protocols and customer interaction best practices, enhancing team performance.
Lot Porter
Jimmie Johnson Kearny Mesa Chevrolet
San Diego, CA
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Drove vehicles for clients to and from the dealership, assisted clients with specific parts, processed payments, and washed and detailed cars.
- Managed vehicle inventory, ensuring accurate organization and presentation on the lot.
- Conducted regular inspections to maintain vehicle cleanliness and readiness for display.
- Coordinated vehicle movements to optimize space utilization and enhance customer access.
Sales Associate/Manager
Sunglass Hut / Retail
San Diego, CA
03.2014 - 01.2016
- Managed the store on and made sure everything was up to speed, set up organized schedules for the employees, and also provided the utmost information on the product for the customer in a timely manner.
- Led sales team to exceed store targets through strategic planning and performance monitoring.
- Mentored and trained new associates on product knowledge and customer service excellence.
- Streamlined inventory management processes to enhance stock accuracy and availability.
Grounds Maintenance
Palacios landscaping
San Diego, CA
09.2008 - 01.2016
- Executed ground maintenance, landscaping upkeep, and irrigation repairs to ensure aesthetic and functional outdoor spaces. Mowed lawns to maintain aesthetic appeal and health of grass, edging, weed eating. Use of blowers, sweepers, vacuums. Planted flowers and shrubs to improve landscape design and biodiversity, weeding, rake & water. Pruned plants to encourage healthy growth and shape landscape annuals, perennials, shrubs, trees, ground covers & occasional fertilizing. Monitored irrigation systems to ensure efficient water distribution system and clocks. Set irrigation time clocks for water-efficient schedules. Removed debris from grounds to maintain a clean and safe environment from grounds & trees. Disposed of trash to maintain cleanliness and hygiene in outdoor spaces & debris. Disposed of grass clippings to maintain tidy lawns and prevent thatch. Paint, install doors, some concrete work, demolition removals. Executed hauling and clean-ups to maintain cleanliness in landscape areas of landscape.
- Enhanced landscape aesthetics by implementing effective grounds maintenance strategies and techniques.
- Complied with all local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to grounds maintenance activities, ensuring a safe and legal working environment.
- Assisted in budget planning and monitoring expenses related to grounds maintenance operations.
Shift leader
Sea world
San Diego, CA
06.2009 - 03.2014
- Provided information of the park and provided knowledge of every show and species of marine life of sea world.
Customer Service Rep
So cal trucks & accessories
Santee, CA
10.2011 - 12.2012
- Worked at the front desk where customer service was the most important, attended customers' needs & answer phones, guide customers to their particular accessory needed, helped with web inquires on truck parts, picked up and delivered merchandise when needed, Installations of racks & trailers for trucks, Installations wiring & hinges, Installations of truck accessories: rails, step rails, lights and tool boxes. Maintained store organization and ensured merchandise was clean and presentable. Managed store inventory to ensure product availability and organization. of merchandise. Use of power tools: drills, saw, grinder for metal parts,torch,sod for connecting metal parts. Hand tools: utility knife, wrenches, screwdrivers of different sizes, plastic mallet, safety eyewear, pillars, electrical cutter/ stripper.
- Resolved customer inquiries and issues through effective communication and problem-solving techniques.
- Streamlined order processing by implementing efficient tracking systems for service requests.
- Mentored new team members on best practices in customer interaction and service delivery.
Education
Associate - Criminal justice
Southwestern College
Chula Vista, CASkills
- Program leadership
- Team management
- Staff development
- Safety awareness
- Physical fitness
- Communication skills
- Motivational leadership style
- Motivational leadership
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Park Attendant
City of Escondido
04.2018 - 12.2018
Customer Service Rep
Service Master
01.2018 - 04.2018
Lot Porter
Jimmie Johnson Kearny Mesa Chevrolet
01.2017 - 01.2018
Soccer Coach
1 on 1 training pros
03.2016 - Current
Sales Associate/Manager
Sunglass Hut / Retail
03.2014 - 01.2016
Customer Service Rep
So cal trucks & accessories
10.2011 - 12.2012
Shift leader
Sea world
06.2009 - 03.2014
Grounds Maintenance
Palacios landscaping
09.2008 - 01.2016
Associate - Criminal justice
Southwestern College