Derek Sotelo
Oxnard,CA
Summary
Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth. Dependable professional with strong background installing, maintaining and repairing systems and components. Maintains equipment safety and performance with in-depth inspections and corrections. Dedicated to quality and always professional.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Pool Service Technician
Waterworx Pool Care
Oxnard , CA
2023.04 - Current
- Checked and adjusted chemical levels in pools, spas, and hot tubs.
- Cleaned filters, pumps, skimmers, drains, and other pool equipment.
- Maintained accurate records of maintenance activities on each pool or spa.
- Inspected pool surfaces for damage and repaired them as needed.
- Performed routine maintenance such as vacuuming and brushing the walls of pools.
- Tested pool water samples for pH balance and sanitizer levels using test kits.
- Adjusted valves to maintain appropriate water flow rates through the filtration system.
- Analyzed customer complaints regarding pool performance issues and provided solutions accordingly.
- Replaced worn out parts of pumps and motors with new components.
- Mixed chemicals according to manufacturer's instructions in order to maintain proper chlorine levels in swimming pools.
- Provided advice to customers on how to properly care for their swimming pools.
- Identified algae growths in pool surfaces and treated them accordingly.
- Conducted regular inspections of all mechanical equipment related to swimming pools.
- Ensured that safety precautions are observed while performing any service work on a customer's property.
- Communicated with customers about any additional services they may need for their swimming pools.
- Educated customers on proper use of cleaning supplies related to maintaining their swimming pools.
- Repaired and installed motors, vacuums and filters, replacing parts approaching failure point after consulting customers.
- Managed travel and service time effectively, avoided over-scheduling and committed to on-time arrival for customer service.
- Requested and ordered pool cleaning and maintenance supplies and arranged for safe and proper storage.
- Inspected, cleaned and maintained company vehicles, cleaning and servicing equipment and work areas.
- Troubleshot malfunctions and diagnosed issues to service equipment quickly and fully.
Pool Service Technician
Aquatica Pool Management
Oxnard , CA
2022.10 - 2023.02
- Cleaned swimming pools and tested water to pinpoint chemical supplements needed for optimum water chemistry and sustained cleanliness.
- Instructed customers in safe pool use and in proper, economical use and maintenance of filter and vacuum.
- Requested and ordered pool cleaning and maintenance supplies and arranged for safe and proper storage.
- Inspected, cleaned and maintained company vehicles, cleaning and servicing equipment and work areas.
- Inspected pool equipment for proper functioning of pumps, filters and control equipment.
- Vacuumed, brushed and cleaned pools to maintain proper functionality and pH.
- Stocked inventory of pool chemicals and cleaning materials.
- Cleaned halls and entranceways to maintain exceptional guest environment.
- Resolved guest concerns through positive interaction and application of issue resolution procedures.
Apprentice Carpenter
Gary Custom Cabinets
Oxnard , CA
2021.12 - 2022.08
- Cut materials on job site to prepare for installation.
- Cleaned job site after work completion and disposed of debris in proper containers.
- Helped with movement of materials and equipment to different job sites.
- Installed, assembled and repaired woodwork, millwork, cabinetry and trim under supervision of master carpenter.
- Assisted master carpenters with cabinet installations for residential and commercial customers.
- Read and interpreted specifications and construction drawings to determine best techniques to complete each job.
- Installed drywall, ceilings and trim and fabricated replacement trim and moldings.
- Completed hands-on training with skilled carpenters, resulting in woodwork proficiency with equipment.
- Took accurate measurements to calculate size and amount of materials needed for project completion.
- Worked independently on projects and tasks within carpentry team.
- Safely operated power saws, planers, jointers, routers and pneumatic equipment.
- Measured and marked cutting lines on materials using rulers, pencils, chalk and marking gauges.
- Removed damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repaired or replaced using hand tools.
- Repaired and maintained properties, renovating flooring, walls and ceilings, installing fixtures and remodeling bathrooms and kitchens.
Education
Certified - Pool Equipment And Water Science
Pentair University
Temecula2023-05
High School Diploma -
River Oaks Academy
05.2022
Skills
- Hauling Debris
- Door and Window Installation
- Safety Policy and Procedure Knowledge
- Repair Work
- Finishing Techniques
- Cabinet Repair
- Demolition and Cleanup
- Attention to Detail
- Problem Solving
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Power Tool Maintenance and Care
- Heavy Lifting
- Cabinet Installation
- Inventory Oversight
- Following Safety Practices
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- Maintenance & Repair
- Computer Skills
- Critical Thinking
- People Skills
- Good Work Ethic
- Basic Math
- Organizational Skills
- Active Listening
- Cash Handling
- Customer Service
- Cooperative Attitude
- Cleaning and Sanitizing
- Complaint Resolution
- Honest and Ethical
- Work Task Prioritization
- Policies and Procedures
- Customer Relations
- Reliable and Responsible
- Sweeping and Mopping
- Honest and Dependable
- Problem-Solving
- Detail-Oriented
- Protocol Implementation
- Total Payment Calculation
- Basic Mathematics
- Microsoft Office
- Reporting and Documentation
- Data Analysis
- Coin and Currency Counting
- Analytical Thinking
- Service Minded
- Creative Thinking
- Social Perception
- Weight and Measurement
- Total Sales Reconciliation
- Chlorine handling
- Water Testing Proficiency
- Tile cleaning
- Spa maintenance
- Filter Maintenance
- Skimmer maintenance
- Water feature maintenance
- Vacuuming pools
- Training new technicians
- Light fixture replacement
- Algae treatment
- Brushing pool surfaces
- Heater installation knowledge
- Leak Detection Abilities
- Pool cleaning techniques
- Pool chemistry expertise
- Acid washing
- Salt system maintenance
- Communication abilities
- Pressure Washing
- Chemical balancing
- Safety Procedures
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Hazardous Chemicals Handling
- Equipment installations
- Pool Maintenance
- Chemical Level Testing
- Equipment Repairs
- Building Maintenance
- Adaptability
- Construction knowledge
- Problem-solving abilities
Timeline
Pool Service Technician
Waterworx Pool Care
2023.04 - Current
Pool Service Technician
Aquatica Pool Management
2022.10 - 2023.02
Apprentice Carpenter
Gary Custom Cabinets
2021.12 - 2022.08
Certified - Pool Equipment And Water Science
Pentair University
High School Diploma -
River Oaks Academy
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