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Efrain Rico

Midland,TX

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with 20+ years of experience and the desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Committed with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Sign Installer

Fastsigns
Midland, Texas
03.2009 - Current
  • Prepared surfaces and applied vinyl lettering, logos, and graphics to vehicles and other substrates.
  • Adhered to corporate brand guidelines when preparing graphic materials.
  • Studied blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine layout of work.
  • Performed mod assembly, erected and connected structural steel and leveled and torqued connections after steel placement.
  • Adhered strictly to all safety protocols outlined by company policies at all times.
  • Assembled signage components such as posts and frames with nuts and bolts.
  • Cleaned up work sites after installation was complete by disposing of trash properly.
  • Maintained accurate records of job progress throughout each project's duration.
  • Assisted other installers with loading and unloading trucks prior to job site arrival.
  • Lifted heavy objects into place with hoists or cranes when necessary.
  • Utilized appropriate safety equipment such as hard hats and gloves during installations.

Sign Technician

Sign Wize
Pomona, Califor
01.2006 - 03.2009
  • Assisted in the installation of large outdoor signage structures.
  • Installed and maintained a variety of signs, including billboards, neon signs, and lighted signs.
  • Performed periodic maintenance on all signage equipment.
  • Assembled new signage according to design specifications.
  • Fabricated custom sign components using hand tools and power tools.
  • Maintained customer relations by responding to inquiries in a timely manner.
  • Created designs for custom signs using computer software programs.

Sign Technician

Amtech Lighting Services
Irvine, CA
05.2005 - 08.2006
  • Operated heavy machinery with extreme care and caution, following specific employer guidelines for safety.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on vehicles and heavy equipment.
  • Operated pneumatic tampers to repair joints and patch broken pavement with asphalt.
  • Fabricated custom sign components using hand tools and power tools.
  • Operated lift trucks or cranes to assist with the installation of larger scale signage projects.
  • Provided technical advice to customers regarding sign selection, placement, installation.
  • Built frames for interior and exterior signage using metalworking tools.
  • Inspected sign components for wear or damage and replaced as necessary.
  • Programmed lighting sequences for illuminated signs utilizing specialized software applications.
  • Executed preventative maintenance procedures on all types of signage systems.
  • Attended seminars and workshops to stay up-to-date on industry trends.
  • Dismantled old or damaged signs prior to disposal or recycling efforts.
  • Installed and maintained a variety of signs, including billboards, neon signs, and lighted signs.
  • Troubleshot electrical problems with existing signs and replaced components as needed.
  • Set up digital displays such as LED boards and video screens.

Sign Technician

PERMIAN SIGNS
MIDLAND, TX
06.2001 - 05.2005
  • Repaired roadway signs, fences and other structures.
  • Operated heavy machinery with extreme care and caution, following specific employer guidelines for safety.
  • Cleared snow, ice and other debris from highways to maintain road safety.
  • Performed preventive maintenance on vehicles and heavy equipment.
  • Flagged motorists to provide warning of obstacles and repair work.
  • Operated pneumatic tampers to repair joints and patch broken pavement with asphalt.
  • Hauled and spread sand, gravel and clay to fill washouts and repair road shoulders.
  • Measured locations for installation of markers, utilizing tape, string or chalk.

Sign Technician

LONESTAR SIGNS
MIDLAND, TX
04.1999 - 06.2001
  • Monitored inventory levels of supplies used in sign fabrication processes.
  • Assisted in the installation of large outdoor signage structures.
  • Troubleshot electrical problems with existing signs and replaced components as needed.
  • Set up digital displays such as LED boards and video screens.
  • Installed and maintained a variety of signs, including billboards, neon signs, and lighted signs.

Education

COMPLETED 11TH GRADE -

Arroyo High School
El Monte, CA

Skills

  • Hand-Eye Coordination
  • Site preparation
  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Ladder safety
  • Measurement accuracy
  • Safety regulations compliance
  • Sign fabrication
  • Electrical Wiring
  • Color Matching
  • Computer Skills
  • Active Listening
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Effective Communication
  • Maintenance knowledge
  • Time management abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Debris Removal
  • Problem-Solving
  • Safe equipment handling
  • Task Prioritization
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Decision-Making
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Self Motivation
  • Interpersonal and written communication
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Safe machinery operation
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Excellent Communication
  • Professionalism
  • Relationship Building
  • Organizational Skills
  • Shoulder repairs
  • Written Communication
  • Traffic Control
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Emergency Response
  • Team Collaboration
  • Safety Procedures
  • Goal Setting
  • Adaptability
  • Reliability
  • Analytical Skills
  • Traffic sign installation
  • Deadline Adherence
  • CNC Machine Operation
  • Material Selection
  • Forklift Operation
  • Safety Standards Compliance
  • Quality Inspections and Reporting
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Workstation Equipment Monitoring
  • Root Cause Analysis Participation

Languages

English
Professional
Spanish
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Sign Installer

Fastsigns
03.2009 - Current

Sign Technician

Sign Wize
01.2006 - 03.2009

Sign Technician

Amtech Lighting Services
05.2005 - 08.2006

Sign Technician

PERMIAN SIGNS
06.2001 - 05.2005

Sign Technician

LONESTAR SIGNS
04.1999 - 06.2001

COMPLETED 11TH GRADE -

Arroyo High School

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