Gustavo Flores
Las Cruces,NM
Summary
Skilled [Job Title] knowledgeable about basic construction processes and trained in advanced tasks. Physically fit and ready for challenging work in any weather or condition. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Hardworking and reliable [Job Title] with strong ability in [Task]. Offering [Skill] and [Skill]. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality. Responsible and motivated student ready to apply education in the workplace. Offers excellent technical abilities with software and applications, ability to handle challenging work, and excellent time management skills. Motivated [Area of study] student seeking internship in [Area of expertise] to gain hands-on experience. Outgoing and friendly with strong drive to succeed.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Laborer Helper
jonnys spetic tank
Las Cruces, NM
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Assisted with general labor duties such as shoveling, raking and hauling materials.
- Loaded and unloaded equipment, supplies and materials from trucks or other vehicles.
- Operated hand-held power tools such as drills, saws, grinders, sanders and screwdrivers.
- Removed debris from construction sites using brooms, shovels and wheelbarrows.
- Cleaned up hazardous material spills according to safety protocols.
- Mixed concrete and mortar by hand or machine for various jobsite applications.
- Positioned, aligned or sealed concrete wall sections or pipes.
- Completed building repairs and maintenance to walkways, sidewalks and landscaping.
- Smooth out freshly poured concrete with trowels and other finishing tools.
- Positioned wire mesh and rebar to reinforce concrete.
- Constructed forms to create various concrete structures.
- Assisted in the preparation of construction sites by clearing debris, leveling ground and erecting scaffolding.
- Installed formwork for concrete structures according to specifications.
- Lifted heavy objects into place with cranes or hoists.
- Inspected work areas for safety issues before beginning any task.
- Repaired damaged structures with appropriate materials including wood and metal components.
- Built temporary supports during construction processes such as shoring up beams or columns until they are set in place permanently.
- Cleaned job sites daily removing debris, dirt and hazardous materials safely.
- Ensured compliance with local codes regarding building regulations.
- Collected and removed debris from work sites to maintain team productivity and minimize safety hazards.
- Used laser measuring tools to calculate lengths, widths and heights.
- Notified supervisors of faulty operations and defective materials to improve production.
- Acted as subject matter expert to provide industry insight and assist coworkers.
- Read plans, instructions or specifications to determine work activities.
- Controlled traffic to protect work site integrity, crew safety and general public welfare.
- Used trowels and floats to smooth and finish freshly poured cement or concrete.
- Signaled operators of construction equipment to facilitate alignment, movement and adjustment of machinery.
Cook
Chilitos Restaurant
Las Cruces, NM
06.2023 - 01.2024
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Ordered supplies as needed for the kitchen.
- Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
- Coordinated with wait staff to ensure timely delivery of meals to customers.
- Tasted all prepared dishes in order to check flavorings, texture and presentation prior to serving them to customers.
- Performed basic administrative duties such as inventory management, ordering supplies.
- Adjusted seasonings of dishes during cooking process in order to enhance flavors.
- Kept records related to costs, production quantities, menu changes.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Chopped, diced and sliced vegetables and fruit ahead of rush periods.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Used standardized recipes and other instructions to prepare food.
- Replenished food items from inventory and rotated ingredients.
Meter Reader
City of Las Cruces
Las Cruces, NM
12.2010 - 01.2017
- Read electric, water and gas meters in assigned areas to determine amount of usage; ensure accuracy of readings.
- Perform meter maintenance tasks such as cleaning, replacing seals or adjusting registers.
- Inspect and locate meters for tampering, damage or other anomalies; make necessary repairs.
- Record readings from meters accurately in the appropriate database system.
- Investigate customer complaints regarding discrepancies between actual and billed amounts of energy used.
- Compile reports on meter reading results including any irregularities noted during inspection process.
- Install new meters when needed and provide instructions to customers on proper use of equipment.
- Conduct safety checks before entering private property; adhere to local laws governing access to premises for meter reading purposes.
- Respond promptly to emergency calls involving power outages or hazardous conditions at customer sites.
- Checked meters for issues and reported findings to customers and supervisors daily.
- Used equipment, techniques and tools for task completion.
- Drove vehicles safely, obeying traffic laws and transportation procedures to avoid accidents.
- Supported activities to maintain equipment in reliable condition.
Cook
Churches Chicken
Las Cruces, NM
05.2012 - 08.2016
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
- Checked quality of ingredients before use in order to ensure freshness.
- Ensured that all food was cooked at the correct temperature and stored correctly.
- Monitored stock levels of food items and ordered more when necessary.
- Coordinated with wait staff to ensure timely delivery of meals to customers.
- Performed basic administrative duties such as inventory management, ordering supplies.
- Inspected kitchens for sanitary conditions before the start of each shift.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to prevent spoiling or contamination of foods.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Prepared and served meals by reviewing recipes and combining and cooking ingredients.
- Carried pans and trays of food to and from work stations, stove and refrigerator.
- Trained, managed and guided kitchen staff to improve overall performance, service quality and productivity.
- Interacted with waitstaff regarding special orders for customers with food allergies and gluten intolerance.
Painter's Helper
johnson frabrication
Las Cruces, NM
03.2009 - 09.2010
- Assisted with mixing and preparing paints for use on projects.
- Maintained a clean and safe working environment by sweeping, mopping, and disposing of paint waste properly.
- Cleaned surfaces to be painted using abrasives, solvents, brushes, scrapers and other tools.
- Loaded and unloaded ladders onto work sites safely.
- Scraped old paint from surfaces in preparation for new coats of paint.
- Strhed drop cloths around furniture before beginning painting tasks.
- Operated power washers to prepare surfaces for painting jobs.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery such as saws, sanders and grinders.
- Protected surrounding areas from splashes of paint by covering them with plastic sheeting or newspaper.
- Removed wallpaper prior to painting walls if necessary.
- Provided support to lead painters throughout the duration of each job.
- Painted walls and other large areas using brushes, rollers and spray guns.
- Removed existing wallpaper by applying solution, scraping and peeling paper off walls.
- Climbed ladders and scaffolds to reach work areas up to [Number] feet high.
- Removed damaged materials and prepared surfaces for optimal installations.
- Read plans, instructions or specifications to determine work activities.
- Lubricated, cleaned or repaired machinery or equipment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Aztec Homeschooling
Albuquerque, NM02-2017
Skills
- Scaffolding Setup
- Landscaping Maintenance
- Power Tool Operation
- Blueprint Reading
- Systems Maintenance
- Organizational Skills
- Tool Maintenance
- Equipment Operation
- Self Motivation
- Installation and Finishing
- Analytical Skills
- Construction Site Operations
- Vehicle Operations
- Workplace Safety
- Time Management
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Power and Hand Tools
- Multitasking
- OSHA Regulations
Languages
Spanish
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Laborer Helper
jonnys spetic tank
07.2023 - 01.2024
Cook
Chilitos Restaurant
06.2023 - 01.2024
Cook
Churches Chicken
05.2012 - 08.2016
Meter Reader
City of Las Cruces
12.2010 - 01.2017
Painter's Helper
johnson frabrication
03.2009 - 09.2010
High School Diploma -
Aztec Homeschooling
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