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Felipe Torres Medina

Lompoc,CA

Summary

Hardworking Construction Flooring Installer well-versed in installing and repairing various flooring products. Bringing excellent attention to detail and eye for quality. Skilled Flooring Installer with experience in various types of floor installation including hardwood, laminate, and tile. Possess strong knowledge of subfloor preparation, laying out patterns, and cutting flooring materials to fit corners and angles. Strengths include project management abilities, precision, craftsmanship and customer service skills. Have consistently achieved high-quality results which led to increased customer satisfaction in previous roles.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Flooring Installer

Self-employeed
Los Angeles/Lompoc, CA
01.2022 - Current
  • Worked with a variety of tools including saws, hammers, drills, screwdrivers.
  • Removed old flooring materials such as carpets or tiles when necessary.
  • Inspected rooms for any obstacles that could interfere with installation process.
  • Installed tile, laminate, and hardwood flooring in residential and commercial settings.
  • Followed safety protocols while operating power tools or hazardous materials.
  • Applied adhesives to subfloors prior to laying down new flooring material.
  • Prepared surfaces for installation by cleaning and leveling them.
  • Ensured proper alignment of boards during installation process.
  • Demonstrated excellent problem-solving skills when unexpected issues arose during job sites.
  • Prepared base surfaces by removing debris, correcting imperfections and applying treatments.
  • Removed excess cement and flooring materials to form tight joints and attractive finishes.

Flooring Installer

Melvin's Hardwood Floorings
Los Angeles, CA
01.2019 - 12.2021
  • Removed old flooring materials such as carpets or tiles when necessary.
  • Assisted in loading and unloading trucks with supplies needed for job sites.
  • Created custom cuts for around pipes or other objects in the room.
  • Measured and cut flooring materials to fit the dimensions of each room.
  • Installed tile, laminate, and hardwood flooring in residential and commercial settings.
  • Resolved customer complaints related to flooring installations promptly.
  • Applied adhesives to subfloors prior to laying down new flooring material.
  • Ensured proper alignment of boards during installation process.
  • Evaluated work areas before planning flooring layout for different projects.
  • Cut flooring material to fit around obstructions using hand tools, dies and special equipment.
  • Applied waterproofing compounds and filled cracks with materials such as plaster, putty or grouting.

Construction Foreman

Self-employeed
San Luis Potosi, San Luis Potosi, Mexico
07.2008 - 12.2018
  • Inspected construction sites to ensure safety regulations are met.
  • Developed work plans, assigned tasks and monitored progress to ensure timely completion of projects within budget.
  • Provided leadership by motivating crew members while maintaining a safe working environment.
  • Established relationships with suppliers to secure better pricing on materials and services needed for projects.
  • Checked crew timesheets and logs for accuracy and submitted on schedule.
  • Managed daily work assignments by delegating tasks and monitoring progress.
  • Worked with suppliers to keep materials flowing and meet demanding timelines.
  • Oversaw plumbing, heating, ventilation and irrigation system projects, which included construction, maintenance and repair work.

Laborer Operator

Alco-Cad Nickel Planting
Los Angeles, CA
01.2006 - 05.2008
  • Inspected finished products for quality assurance purposes.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Operated a variety of machinery and tools safely and efficiently.
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.

Tire Technician

David's Tire & Alignment
Nashville, TN
01.2003 - 10.2005
  • Aligned vehicle wheels according to manufacturer specifications.
  • Replaced worn tires with new ones of the same size and type.
  • Removed old tires from rims using specialized tools such as bead breakers and tire irons.
  • Maintained cleanliness of work area at all times, including disposing of used parts properly in accordance with safety regulations.
  • Checked tire inflation pressure on a regular basis and adjusted air pressure if needed.
  • Changed and rotated tires for customers to provide safety and maximize customer service rankings.
  • Inspected and organized tire inventories while performing routine stock assessments.

Skills

  • Team collaboration
  • Flooring installation
  • Hardwood flooring expertise
  • Demolition
  • Staircase flooring solutions
  • Floor leveling techniques
  • Reliable and consistent

Languages

English
Elementary
Spanish
Professional

References

Tomer (310) 402-7572

Eko (818) 921-0000

Timeline

Flooring Installer

Self-employeed
01.2022 - Current

Flooring Installer

Melvin's Hardwood Floorings
01.2019 - 12.2021

Construction Foreman

Self-employeed
07.2008 - 12.2018

Laborer Operator

Alco-Cad Nickel Planting
01.2006 - 05.2008

Tire Technician

David's Tire & Alignment
01.2003 - 10.2005
Felipe Torres Medina