Highly motivated US Army veteran who thoroughly enjoys the satisfying feeling of accomplishment that comes with building something important Proven ability to work in high stress environments with a variety of different personal Confident in ability to learn new skills especially with hands on learning Most importantly desires to be a good father, husband, and person
Eric Zuniga
Grand Prairie,TX
Summary
A versatile and adaptable professional with a strong background in construction, management, and customer service. Demonstrates excellent problem-solving abilities, leadership, and communication skills. Experienced in coordinating operations, equipment handling, and team management, with a growing interest in IT. Committed to continuous learning and expanding skill sets, with a passion for meeting new people and building lasting relationships. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and take on new challenges.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Contractor
Horseshoe Landscape and Construction
Dallas/Fort Worth
04.2024 - Current
- Performed the safe transportation of construction machinery and supplies of various sizes to job sites throughout the Dallas/Fort Worth area.
- Frequently inspected job sites to verify proper equipment operation as well as use of all safety equipment.
- Effective communication on standards of work, expectations, and time allowance with all work crews.
- Effectively communicated accidents and events that required attention such as broken utility lines or injuries.
Concrete Pump Operator
Self-employed
10.2020 - 04.2024
- Operated concrete pumps to deliver precise material placement on construction sites.
- Proficient in identifying, locating, and correcting concrete clogs within high pressure lines in a short time period to ensure completion of the job.
- Performed basic maintenance on hydraulic systems and turbo diesel engine
- Collaborated with site supervisors to coordinate pump operations and optimize workflow.
- Coordinated with dispatchers, effectively managing daily schedules and logistics for concrete delivery trucks.
Letter Carrier
United States Postal Service
Bakersfield, CA
05.2016 - 09.2020
- Organized hundreds of letters, magazines, and other parcels daily in preparation for delivery,
- Delivered mail to numerous households, and business's daily regardless of weather while utilizing different types of vehicles and walking while maintaining awareness for possible mail theft and potentially aggressive animals.
- Trained new hires in good practices, and knowledge to perform their job as efficiently and safely as possible.
- Assisted Postal Clerks with their jobs by utilizing my knowledge of knowing the vast majority of addresses covering and entire zip code and which route they belong to.
- Resolved customer inquiries and concerns, enhancing satisfaction with postal services.
- Handled sensitive materials such as certified mail, registered packages, cremated remains, and express deliveries with utmost care and attention to detail.
M1 Armor Crewmember
U.S. Army
Fort Bliss, TX
06.2013 - 05.2016
- Oversaw squad sized teams while we performed preventative, and corrective maintenance on the M1A2 SEP V2 Abrams battle tank to ensure combat effectiveness.
- While deployed in a combat zone overseas utilized past experience in construction to fabricate structures over multiple defensive fighting positions to provide better cover and concealment from potential enemies as well as extreme temperatures, while utilizing both hand and power tools as well as wood and materials discarded by Navy combat engineers.
- Was chosen due to ability to adapt and overall intelligence to become federally certified in the technical transportation of hazardous material in preparation for deployment.
- While deployed was placed in command of a mobile patrol to ensure safety of all personal operating on Chabelly airfield.
Education
High School Diploma -
Robert F. Kennedy High School
01.2011
Entry-Level IT Program - Certification in AI-900
My Computer Career
01.2025
Some College Completed - undefined
Bakersfield Community College
01.2013
Skills
- Equipment Coordination
- Basic IT Skills
- AI Concepts and Fundamentals Certified
- Machine Operation
- Interpersonal Communication
- Time Management
- Error correction
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving
- Highly Adaptable
- Self Motivated
- Multitasking Abilities
Interests
Timeline
Independent Contractor
Horseshoe Landscape and Construction
04.2024 - Current
Concrete Pump Operator
Self-employed
10.2020 - 04.2024
Letter Carrier
United States Postal Service
05.2016 - 09.2020
M1 Armor Crewmember
U.S. Army
06.2013 - 05.2016
Some College Completed - undefined
Bakersfield Community College
High School Diploma -
Robert F. Kennedy High School
Entry-Level IT Program - Certification in AI-900
My Computer Career