GERALD RODRIGUEZ
Santa Fe,NM
Summary
Dynamic Funeral Director's Assistant at Rivera Funeral Home, skilled in compassionate communication and funeral arrangements. Proven ability to enhance community engagement through outreach programs and mentor junior staff. Committed to legal compliance and OSHA regulations, ensuring a seamless client experience while maintaining high standards of service and operational readiness.
Devoted Funeral Director with extensive experience in industry and talent for consoling bereaved families. Patiently counsels families, as well as clients exploring pre-need future funeral options.
Overview
53
53
years of professional experience
Work History
Funeral Director's Assistant
Rivera Funeral Home
10.2024 - Current
- Contributed to a seamless client experience by arranging floral displays and setting up audio/visual equipment for services.
- Upheld cleanliness standards within the funeral home facility by performing routine maintenance tasks as needed.
- Stayed informed on industry trends through regular attendance at conferences and workshops.
- Collaborated with cemetery staff to arrange burial details and ensure adherence to cemetery regulations.
Funeral Pre-need Councilor
Berardinelli Mortuary
12.2017 - 09.2024
- Mentored junior staff members, fostering professional development opportunities within the council office.
- Enhanced public awareness of available resources through regular communication and social media updates.
- Improved community engagement by developing and implementing outreach programs.
Funeral Service Practitioner/ Pre-need Councilor
Berardinelli Mortuary
06.1972 - 09.2024
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Professional Firefighter/Paramedic
City of Santa Fe
03.1980 - 06.1999
- Advanced firefighting skills through continuous professional development, attending workshops and conferences relevant to the field.
- Enhanced community safety by responding to various emergency situations, including fires, medical emergencies, and hazardous materials incidents.
- Improved team efficiency with regular training sessions and drills to maintain optimal performance during emergencies.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills while serving as a crew leader on multiple occasions, guiding team members to complete tasks efficiently and safely.
- Supported fellow firefighters during high-pressure situations by maintaining clear communication channels and offering necessary guidance when needed.
- Assessed risk factors within the community by reviewing building plans and making recommendations for improved safety features before construction began.
- Maintained operational readiness by conducting daily checks on firefighting equipment, ensuring all gear was in proper working order.
- Educated the public on fire prevention measures through presentations and demonstrations at local schools and community events.
- Efficiently extinguished structural fires using specialized tools and equipment designed for specific types of blazes.
- Engaged in physical fitness activities regularly to maintain peak performance levels required for emergency response situations.
- Collaborated with other first responders to provide comprehensive support during crisis situations.
Education
Associate of Science - Mortuary Science
Amarillo College of Mortuary Science
Amarillo, TX05-2018
Santa Fe High School
Santa Fe, NM05-1976
Skills
- Valid [state name] driver's license
- Sales and marketing
- OSHA regulations
- Legal compliance
- Compassionate communication
- Customer response
- Life insurance
- Funeral arrangements
- Funeral home services
- Empathetic
- Time management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Self motivation
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Funeral Director's Assistant
Rivera Funeral Home
10.2024 - Current
Funeral Pre-need Councilor
Berardinelli Mortuary
12.2017 - 09.2024
Professional Firefighter/Paramedic
City of Santa Fe
03.1980 - 06.1999
Funeral Service Practitioner/ Pre-need Councilor
Berardinelli Mortuary
06.1972 - 09.2024
Associate of Science - Mortuary Science
Amarillo College of Mortuary Science
Santa Fe High School
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