Fernando Tapia
Mission,TX
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Carpenter
Excel
Port Arthur, TX
11.2023 - 11.2024
- Operated power tools safely when performing carpentry tasks such as drilling holes into lumber pieces.
- Read blueprints, schematics and drawings to determine layout requirements.
- Maintained a clean job site at all times by disposing of debris properly after each shift.
- Built jigs and fixtures to assist in the production of parts.
- Installed interior trim work such as baseboards and moldings around windows and doors.
- Laid out flooring patterns according to design templates or customer specifications.
- Calculated material costs for projects based on labor estimates provided by clients.
- Constructed forms for concrete pours in accordance with building codes.
- Prepared surfaces by sanding or scraping off old finishes prior to refinishing them.
- Assisted in the installation of metal framing systems for commercial construction projects.
Fire Proofing Foreman
JT Thorpe
Houston, TX
12.2020 - 10.2023
- Developed educational materials related to fire safety awareness for employees and visitors.
- Assisted in developing standard operating procedures for fire prevention, suppression, and emergency response activities.
- Maintained records of all reports related to fire prevention activities including inspections, tests, training sessions.
- Performed preventative maintenance on fire protection systems such as sprinklers, alarms, extinguishers, hydrants.
- Installed various types of thermal, sound, fireproofing, and acoustic insulation products.
- Applied fireproofing material to structural steel components according to customer specifications.
- Followed all applicable codes when installing fireproofing material.
- Scheduled staff shifts based on project needs and availability.
- Ensured all workers adhered to company policies and procedures.
- Communicated regularly with subcontractors regarding project timelines.
- Conducted regular performance reviews with crew members.
- Assessed work area conditions for potential hazards or risks.
- Monitored compliance with local building codes and regulations.
- Identified areas of improvement for increased efficiency and productivity.
- Prepared budgets for projects based on labor costs, materials needed.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure project deadlines were met.
Pipe Inspector
Blessed Oil Services
Midland, TX
05.2018 - 08.2020
- Assisted in the installation, repair, and replacement of pipes as needed.
- Performed hydrostatic testing on pipes in accordance with safety regulations.
- Inspected welds for accuracy, quality, and compliance with standards.
- Communicated effectively with coworkers regarding inspection activities, tasks, or issues encountered during work shifts.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations involving pipe damage or malfunctioning equipment.
- Verified that all necessary supplies were available prior to commencing inspection activities.
- Utilized specialized tools such as calipers and gauges to measure pipe diameters and thicknesses.
- Maintained records of all inspection activities and results according to established procedures.
First Notice Loss Adjuster
Infinity Insurance
Mcallen, TX
12.2015 - 05.2018
- Identified fraudulent claims and provided evidence to support prosecutions where appropriate.
- Analyzed data from surveys conducted at sites affected by losses in order to identify areas requiring improvement.
- Ensured compliance with statutory regulations governing loss adjusting practices.
- Utilized advanced technical skills and expertise to troubleshoot complex problems and implement solutions.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all claim activity within designated system.
- Determined reserves for each claim based on estimated costs of settlement or defense.
- Investigated insurance claims, reviewed coverage and liability, prepared reports and recommended payment or denial of claims.
- Interpreted policy language to determine coverage for insureds under various lines of business.
- Analyzed facts of loss including photographs, diagrams and other evidence to identify potential sources of recovery.
- Conducted interviews with claimants, witnesses and medical professionals to obtain additional information about the claim.
- Utilized computer systems such as Microsoft Office Suite and specialized software programs used by the company.
- Reviewed medical records, police reports and other documents related to claim investigations.
Manager
Tortilleria Fer
Mission, TX
10.2015 - 09.2017
- Managed vendor relationships by negotiating contracts and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services.
- Maintained up-to-date records of employee attendance, payroll information, vacation requests.
- Established processes to ensure efficient workflow throughout the organization.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations and company policies.
- Maintained cleanliness standards for all service areas including dining room, kitchen and storage areas.
- Monitored inventory levels of food items used during meal services.
- Ensured that all foods were prepared according to health department regulations.
- Assisted with inventory management and restocking supplies as needed.
- Assisted with unloading deliveries from suppliers into storage areas.
- Served meals to customers in a friendly and courteous manner.
Deli Associate
Walmart
McAllen, TX
05.2013 - 11.2015
- Performs a wide range of duties involved in preparing and/or serving food and beverages in one or more of a variety of food service environments.
- May perform such duties as preparing salad items, hot foods, and/or cold foods, as appropriate to the position.
- Assist in cleaning work areas, equipment, and utensils.
- May assist in the setup, service, and collection of garbage or trash, as appropriate to the area of operation.
- May serve food to customers and/or perform duties as appropriate.
- Cleaned work areas regularly to maintain hygiene standards established by the company.
- Performed daily opening and closing duties such as cleaning up spills, sanitizing surfaces.
- Operated slicers, scales, wrappers, grinders, and other equipment to prepare food items for sale.
Education
High School Diploma -
Veterans Memorial High School
Mission, TXSome College (No Degree) - Business
South Texas College
McAllen, TXSkills
- Communication
- Time management
- Decision-making
- Conflict resolution
- Self-motivation
- Adaptability
- Ability to work under pressure
- Detail-oriented
- Bilingual
- Basic electrical
- Attention to detail
- Project planning
- Hand and power tools
- Safety guidelines adherence
- General laborer
Accomplishments
- Employee of the Month, Infinity Insurance
- Top 10 of Claims, Infinity Insurance
- Top 3 of All Claims Department of the Company, Infinity Insurance
- Top 1 of All Claims Department of the Company, Infinity Insurance
- Employee Recognition of Claims Department, Infinity Insurance
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Carpenter
Excel
11.2023 - 11.2024
Fire Proofing Foreman
JT Thorpe
12.2020 - 10.2023
Pipe Inspector
Blessed Oil Services
05.2018 - 08.2020
First Notice Loss Adjuster
Infinity Insurance
12.2015 - 05.2018
Manager
Tortilleria Fer
10.2015 - 09.2017
Deli Associate
Walmart
05.2013 - 11.2015
High School Diploma -
Veterans Memorial High School
Some College (No Degree) - Business
South Texas College