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Fernando Garcia

Lizella,GA - Georgia

Summary

Dynamic professional with a diverse background spanning customer service, utilities, and outdoor industries. Proven ability to enhance customer satisfaction while delivering quality results. Exceptional skills in communication and problem-solving make for an invaluable asset to any organization. Seeking opportunities to leverage expertise in a challenging role.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Water Meter Technician

HST Utility AMI
St. Petersburg, FL
05.2024 - Current
  • Installed various types of water meters including manual, remote read, AMR and AMI systems .
  • Performed water meter maintenance, repair, and installation in residential properties.
  • Provided technical support to other technicians regarding water meter issues.
  • Conducted utility surveys according to the job's specifications and state mandate.

Valve Technician

Macon Water Authority
Macon, GA
01.2021 - 05.2024
  • Responded promptly to emergency situations involving water supply contamination or disruption of service.
  • Performed regular inspections of pipelines, valves, and hydrants for signs of corrosion or leakage.
  • Maintained control of equipment, supplies and vehicles used in water services.
  • Followed EPA and OSHA regulations to maintain safety of water and personnel.

Assistant Manager

Stevi B's Pizza Buffet
Macon, GA
11.2015 - 12.2019
  • Trained new employees on company policies and procedures.
  • Performed regular cycle counts to maintain accuracy of inventory records.
  • Ensured product quality and safety standards were met throughout the inventory process.
  • Catered to the front and back of the house, with other miscellaneous duties as implied.

Landscaper

Wicker's Enviromental Design
Perry , GA
08.2017 - 05.2019
  • Installed irrigation systems in residential properties to optimize pressure and water quality.
  • Replaced worn out parts such as pipes, fittings, valve seals, solenoids.
  • Planted trees, shrubs, flowers and other plants according to specifications.
  • Fertilized soil according to instructions provided by the customer or supervisor.
  • Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.

Landscaper

Ace Entities
Macon, GA
05.2014 - 07.2016
  • Assisted in building decks and patios to create outdoor living spaces.
  • Applied fertilizers and pesticides according to safety regulations.
  • Pruned trees, shrubs, hedges, bushes and vines to enhance their growth patterns.
  • Maintained and operated lawn care equipment such as mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, and hedge clippers.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - English Literature

University of Valley Forge
Phoenixville, PA
12-2019

High School Diploma -

Westside High School
Macon, GA
05-2017

Skills

  • Irrigation system
  • Spanish fluency
  • Stonework
  • Responsible and punctual
  • Soil preparation
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Jobsite safety
  • Adaptive Learning Abilities
  • Creative problem solving
  • Water main repairs
  • OSHA regulations

Certification

  • DOT Flagger License
  • Defensive Driver Certificate
  • OSHA 10 Safety Certification

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
French
Elementary

Timeline

Water Meter Technician

HST Utility AMI
05.2024 - Current

Valve Technician

Macon Water Authority
01.2021 - 05.2024

Landscaper

Wicker's Enviromental Design
08.2017 - 05.2019

Assistant Manager

Stevi B's Pizza Buffet
11.2015 - 12.2019

Landscaper

Ace Entities
05.2014 - 07.2016
  • DOT Flagger License
  • Defensive Driver Certificate
  • OSHA 10 Safety Certification

Some College (No Degree) - English Literature

University of Valley Forge

High School Diploma -

Westside High School
Fernando Garcia