Gerardo Gonzalez
Windsor,CA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with a deep desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and reliability, and consistent source of support. Used to working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. A team player with a history of working with others to achieve ultimate success. Hard worker with a 2 year history in cooling tower carpentry. Worked in many states traveling from jobsite to jobsite.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Fire Fighter
Cal Fire LNU
Healdsburg, CA
06.2023 - Current
- Maintained tools and fire vehicles, contributing to rapid response capability.
- Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
- Extinguished flames and embers to suppress fires with shovels and hand-driven water or chemical pumps.
- Kept station in peak working order by inspecting facilities, equipment and personnel.
- Participated in fire and life safety inspections of commercial and residential properties and checked operating condition of hydrants.
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents and other emergency situations.
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants and fire extinguishers.
- Communicated with other firefighters and emergency personnel to relay observations, equipment needs and other relevant information.
- Combatted fires by holding nozzles and directing streams of fog, chemicals or water.
- Worked together with team members to meet daily goals and expectations
- Collaborated with other station personnel to achieve mission success
Firefighter Intern
Northern Sonoma County Fire District
Geyserville, CA
07.2022 - 06.2023
- Attended trainings on various firefighting skills and topics, resulting in quick decision making and response during actual emergencies
- Deployed to the Six Rivers Lighting Complex as part of a rainbow strike team & collaborated with other resources to complete daily tasks
- Participated in public outreach events as a volunteer serving, cooking or supporting the working crew
- Guided new volunteers and high school interns. Describing who we are and who we serve, what we expect and why, and how perform on a daily basis
- Inspected buildings for compliance with county standards with Fire Prevention Officer Evan Bradish
- Attended board and volunteer meetings
- Responded to over 100 emergencies (Medical, structural, wild land, Hazardous)
- Provided Basic Life Support to medical patients and those in distress
- Maintained and rehabilitated hoses, tools, fire apparatus and equipment
- Observed fire district protocols to maintain personal and coworker safety
Security Officer
River Rock Casino
Geyserville, CA
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Monitored premises and recorded activity in daily officer reports.
- Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings and patrolling property.
- Verified photo IDs and tickets to allow guests passage.
- Completed incident reports to record security or loss prevention incidents.
- Documented security-related situations and submitted in-depth reports to superiors.
- Observed patrons and customers to quickly address security situations.
- Warned persons of rule infractions or violations and evicted violators from premises.
- Adhered to daily patrol schedules to support consistent security presence throughout property.
- Administered first aid for minor medical situations and contacted paramedics for medical emergencies.
- Provided friendly and professional assistance to employees, visitors and customers.
Lowe's Associate
Lowe's
Rohnert Park, CA
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Engaged positively with each customer, providing professional and polite support for sales and service needs.
- Welcomed customers, offered to help locate items and suggested merchandise without being intrusive or pushy.
- Maintained current store, product and promotional knowledge to drive consistent sales.
- Kept calm and applied strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills to resolve conflicts.
- Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum productivity.
- Assessed customer needs to provide assistance and information on product features.
- Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
- Maintained knowledge of current promotions, exchange guidelines, payment policies and security practices.
- Used technology resources to assist customers in locating and selecting items.
Warehouse Associate
Amazon
San Bernardino, CA
09.2021 - 12.2021
- Kept shelves, workstations and pallet areas neat and tidy to maintain safe work environment.
- Moved boxes, containers and pallets with special-purpose equipment to meet demanding production targets.
- Received deliveries, scanned packages and updated orders in internal database.
- Examined packages and goods for damage and notified vendors of replacement needs.
- Updated inventory and production information using warehouse management systems and scanner guns.
- Assisted coworkers with special projects to learn new tasks while gaining additional responsibilities.
- Processed requests and supply orders and pulled materials to successfully prepare orders.
- Reviewed inventory sheet against shipments received and alerted manager of discrepancies.
Cooling Tower Technician
EvapTech
Westminster, MD
04.2022 - 07.2022
- Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
- Operated equipment to support worksite needs and enhance team efficiency.
- Cleaned job sites by clearing away carpentry debris and waste.
- Completed tear-down of existing construction to prepare for new construction.
- Analyzed blueprints and drawings to determine structural dimensions of framework.
- Measured and marked cutting lines on wood and raw materials.
- Complied with federal and company regulations to maintain high level of job site safety.
- Analyzed problematic installations and implemented appropriate solutions for quick remediation.
- Utilized various tools, equipment, materials and forming systems to complete construction tasks.
- Communicated with teammates and supervisors frequently to understand requirements and complete projects on time.
Cooling Tower Technician
SPX Cooling Technologies Inc.
Houston, TX
11.2020 - 01.2021
- Cut materials on job site to prepare for installation.
- Cleaned job site after work completion and disposed of debris in proper containers.
- Helped with movement of materials and equipment to different job sites.
- Followed OSHA and corporate safety regulations and procedures.
- Maintained clean and organized workplace to optimize performance, efficiency and safety.
- Utilized various tools, equipment, materials and forming systems to complete construction tasks.
- Communicated with teammates and supervisors frequently to understand requirements and complete projects on time.
- Studied blueprints or building plans to prepare layout and materials required.
- Anchored and braced forms and other structures in place using nails, bolts, anchor rods, steel cables, planks, wedges and timbers.
Cooling Tower Technician
Creative Cooling Technologies
Long Beach, CA
08.2020 - 12.2020
- Traveled long distance to multiple job sites
- Followed company protocals and procedures to ensure a safe work environment
- Worked 10 to 12 hour shifts and somedays overtime
- Supplied foreman and supervisors with necessary materials to complete job tasks
- Used power tools to get jobs done
- Performed maintenance on work equipment and ensured it was in good working order
- Interpreted blueprints to understand job goals
- Built, repaired, and performed maintenance on HVAC systems
Cooling Tower Technician
Alliance Cooling Products & Construction
Healdsburg, CA
09.2018 - 05.2022
- Cleaned job sites by clearing away carpentry debris and waste.
- Analyzed blueprints and drawings to determine structural dimensions of framework.
- Examined construction plans to identify potential structural problems.
- Positioned and held timbers, lumber or paneling in place for fastening or cutting.
- Reviewed and interpreted project specifications, determining tools and equipment needed.
- Took accurate measurements to calculate size and amount of materials needed for project completion.
- Measured and marked cut lines on materials using ruler or marking gauge.
- Maintained clean and organized workplace to optimize performance, efficiency and safety.
- Removed damaged or defective parts or sections of structures and repaired or replaced using hand tools.
- Worked independently on projects and tasks within carpentry team.
- Adhered to project blueprints and requirements to deliver quality work.
Warehouse Associate
Supreme Truck Bodies
Moreno Valley, CA
10.2018 - 05.2019
- Collaborated with other line assembly team members to meet daily goals and expectations
- Worked in unison with leaders to recieve work plans for the shift
- Welded chassis bases for trucks and helped main welder to set up his staion for the day
- Learned the different positions on the line assembly to later fully understand the building process
- Kept working stations clean to ensure safety and productivity
- Used power tools and specific equipment to build truck box bodies
- Recognized defective material and reported issues to management.
- Contributed to team-based environment to maintain line productivity and meet expected deadlines.
- Completed component assembly with minimal supervision to meet deadlines.
Produce Clerk
Cardenas Markets
San Jacinto, CA
11.2017 - 06.2018
- Stocked, rotated and faced products with attention to product quality and expiration dates.
- Removed expired and overripe items to provide freshest options and eliminate health risks.
- Rotated stock to maintain freshness.
- Greeted customers and offered to help locate produce items.
- Opened boxes and stocked products in appropriate sections.
- Monitored work environment to maintain safety, cleanliness and organization.
- Loaded, unloaded and moved heavy products using material loading equipment.
- Checked prices and located products for customers.
- Followed instructions to properly arrange merchandise items.
- Maintained current and accurate inventory with cycle counts and audits.
- Checked delivered merchandise and order information to verify shipment accuracy.
Carpet Cleaner Helper
Olaes Cleaning Services
San Jacinto, CA
01.2017 - 07.2017
- Moved furniture to allow thorough cleaning of designated carpet surfaces and returned to position, using protective padding if needed.
- Used special treatments to remove stains without damaging surfaces.
- Inspected carpets and upholstery before beginning and pinpointed specific cleaning needs and processes to apply.
- Equipped truck with applicable tools, equipment and cleaning materials before arriving at client site and verified full return to truck after cleaning.
- Maintained cleaning machines and tools and verified excellent condition before using at customer site.
- Maintained safe working environment at all times to avoid injury to workers, owners, children or pets.
- Steam-cleaned or shampooed carpets.
- Mixed water and detergents or acids to prepare cleaning solutions.
- Checked inventory for required supplies and made lists for needed cleaning products.
- Completed deep-cleaning floor buffing, carpet cleaning, duct cleaning and wall washing.
Education
Emergency Medical Technician -
West Coast EMT
01-2024
Fire Fighter 1 & 2
San Pasqual Reservation Fire Academy
Valley Center, CA09.2021
High School Diploma -
Mt. View High School
San Jacinto, CA06.2017
Some College (No Degree) - Fire Technology
Santa Rosa Junior College
Santa Rosa, CASome College (No Degree) - Fire Technology
Mt. San Jacinto Community College
Menifee, CASkills
- Fluent in spanish and english
- Investigative Skills
- First Aid and CPR Certified
- Verbal and Written Communications
- Customer Service
- Public Assistance and Support
- Medical Response
- Station and Equipment Cleaning
- Detailed Reporting
- Fire Suppression Techniques
- Two-Way Radio Coordination
- Structural Repairs
- Blueprint Interpretation
- OSHA Training
- Strong Analytical and Communication Skills
- Equipment Management
- General Laborer
- Hand and Power Tools
Timeline
Fire Fighter
Cal Fire LNU
06.2023 - Current
Security Officer
River Rock Casino
01.2023 - 06.2023
Firefighter Intern
Northern Sonoma County Fire District
07.2022 - 06.2023
Lowe's Associate
Lowe's
07.2022 - 08.2022
Cooling Tower Technician
EvapTech
04.2022 - 07.2022
Warehouse Associate
Amazon
09.2021 - 12.2021
Cooling Tower Technician
SPX Cooling Technologies Inc.
11.2020 - 01.2021
Cooling Tower Technician
Creative Cooling Technologies
08.2020 - 12.2020
Warehouse Associate
Supreme Truck Bodies
10.2018 - 05.2019
Cooling Tower Technician
Alliance Cooling Products & Construction
09.2018 - 05.2022
Produce Clerk
Cardenas Markets
11.2017 - 06.2018
Carpet Cleaner Helper
Olaes Cleaning Services
01.2017 - 07.2017
Fire Fighter 1 & 2
San Pasqual Reservation Fire Academy
High School Diploma -
Mt. View High School
Some College (No Degree) - Fire Technology
Santa Rosa Junior College
Some College (No Degree) - Fire Technology
Mt. San Jacinto Community College
Emergency Medical Technician -
West Coast EMT
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