My name is DarIel Soto, I first started working at a grocery store in the small town of Yerington, It was a very demanding job, having to stock shelves, and meet people's needs finding products. I wasn't able to move up in postions due to being 16 years of age, but that job quickly taught me the roles my leads and managers had to deal with on a day to day basis. The responsibilities of running a store and being able to delegate work between available staff. After that job I moved on to being a certified nurses assistant at the age of 18. That alone was a great challenge with a greater reward. Although that line of work was not for me it did teach me patience and empathy. The older people I had to care for helped me understand the barrier between the youth of today and the older generation, even the barrier between my coworkers because most of them were twice my age. When I turned 19 I decided to leave the hospital environment and try out different jobs. It wasn't until I turned 20 that I became a lube technician at a car dealership. I did that for about a year and it was an amazing experience. It really taught me that no matter how good you are at something, there is always more to learn from your co-works and the machines you work on. Another great thing I learned at that dealership was how essential teamwork is to a productive workplace. Now that I start working for Tesla I have come to put everything I've learned from my past jobs and experiences together and build a carrier here. Being a young father and the only one in my family currently making money I want to provide a good life for my son and wife.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Associate
Tesla
08.2023 - Current
Supported production needs by performing routine tasks using standard procedures and equipment.
Inspected final products to assess compliance with quality standards and established tolerances.
Prepared materials for assembly work to keep workflows running smoothly.
Participated in training sessions to enhance skills and knowledge.
Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
Lube Technician
Wild West Chevrolet
06.2022 - 06.2023
Kept shop areas neat, clean, and free of safety hazards.
Topped off fluids in vehicle engines to lubricate, protect, and cool engine.
Changed oil and filters in customer vehicles and safely disposed of used oil in approved receptacles.
Installed wiper blades and headlamps and confirmed items' functionality to promote safe vehicle operation.
Performed tire rotations and recommended necessary tire replacements to promote tire functionality and vehicle safety.
Worked alone or in team-based systems to complete up to 16 oil changes each day.
Conducted safety checks for leaks to repair damage on undercarriage of vehicles.
Assisted other lube technicians and mechanics in vehicle diagnostic and repair work to enable timely completion of service tickets.
Attended in-house training courses and webinars to learn about vehicle electrical system, brakes and diagnostic and repair techniques.
CNA
South Lyon Medical Center
01.2020 - 01.2021
Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.
Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas, and nurse stations.
Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
Courtesy Clerk
Raleys
06.2017 - 11.2019
Bagged customer items efficiently using proper techniques to protect delicate items and separate different groups of merchandise.
Helped customers take merchandise out of store and loaded items into vehicles.
Returned unwanted items to correct store locations and restocked shelves.
Maintained clean and tidy checkout area to optimize service delivery.
Addressed customer needs for price checks and merchandise retrieval from upper shelves or stockroom.
Addressed customer complaints in a friendly and helpful manner to restore satisfaction and loyalty.
Handled shelf restocks and merchandised front lane areas to drive sales.
Assisted in unloading trucks and stocking shelves with new products.