Professional Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
Timeline

Hector Rivera

Atomic Tattoos
LAKELAND,FL
1
Language
1
Certificate
21
Years of experience

Adaptable professional with experience in tattoo artistry, delivery, food service, and logistics. Known for strong client consultation, sanitation practices, and reliable problem-solving. Committed to safe work, quality results, and a positive customer experience.

Work History

Licensed Tattoo Artist

10 Years 5 Months
Atomic Tattoos | 05.2016 - Current
  • Consulted clients to design custom tattoos aligned with placement, style, and skin considerations.
  • Created clean linework, shading, and color saturation using professional tattoo machines and needles.
  • Maintained strict sterilization and sanitation standards for equipment, workstations, and disposable supplies.
  • Guided clients through aftercare instructions to support proper healing and long-term tattoo quality.

Cook

3 Years 11 Months
Fat Maggies BBQ | 02.2012 - 01.2016
  • Monitored smoker and grill temperatures for consistent cook quality.
  • Prepared barbecue meats, sides, and sauces to recipe specifications.
  • Coordinated kitchen timing to keep orders moving efficiently.
  • Maintained food safety standards during prep, storage, and service.

Delivery Driver

1 Year 8 Months
Havertys Furniture | 09.2012 - 05.2014
  • Navigated assigned routes efficiently, adapting plans to traffic and delivery changes.
  • Coordinated furniture deliveries, ensuring accurate placement and customer satisfaction.
  • Inspected merchandise before loading to prevent damage and verify order accuracy.
  • Lifted, secured, and transported heavy furnishings using proper safety procedures.
  • Resolved delivery issues promptly, maintaining professionalism and consistent service quality.

Automated Logistics Specialist

3 Years
US Army | 08.2008 - 08.2011
  • Managed automated supply databases to maintain accurate inventory visibility and readiness.
  • Followed OSHA and site-specific safety standards during heavy equipment operations.
  • Operated a range of heavy equipment on a regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Operated excavators, bulldozers and dump trucks to transport heavy materials, practicing safety measures.
  • Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
  • Reduced shipping timeframes by optimizing routing options and collaborating with transportation providers.
  • Increased warehouse productivity, implementing advanced storage solutions and strategic layout designs.
  • Streamlined supply chain management by establishing strong relationships with vendors and negotiating favorable contracts.
  • Maintained a high level of industry knowledge through ongoing professional development opportunities, staying informed on emerging technologies and best practices within logistics management.
  • Coordinated maintenance and logistics workflows using automated systems and status reports.
  • Analyzed requisitions, receipts, and issue documents to resolve supply discrepancies.
  • Tracked property accountability records and updated hand receipts for assigned equipment.
  • Packed, crated, stenciled, weighed and banded equipment and supplies.
  • Performed routine fueling, cleaning, and minor servicing to keep machinery ready for use.

Stock Selector

1 Year
Walmart Warehouse | 08.2007 - 08.2008
  • Improved warehouse efficiency through accurate and timely retrieval of products for delivery.
  • Assisted replenishment efforts by locating stock and filling pick locations.
  • Maintained clean, organized work areas to support safe warehouse operations.
  • Detail-oriented Order Picker with experience working in various large warehouse environments. Seeking similar role where outstanding packing skills and strong commitment to safety will be valued.

Stock Selector

2 Years
Rooms To Go Distribution Center | 08.2005 - 08.2007
  • Picked merchandise orders accurately using RF scanner and warehouse management procedures.
  • Verified item labels, quantities, and SKU matches before order release.
  • Staged completed pallets for loading, following routing and shipment priorities.
  • Wrapped and secured pallets to protect products during transport.

Education

High School Diploma

Lakeland Senior High School | Lakeland, FL

Skills

Client consultation
Tattoo cover-ups
Tattoo design
Custom artwork
Hygiene practices
Drawing and sketching
Freehand drawing
Portfolio development
Valid Driver’s license
Heavy equipment operation
Client consultation
Attention to detail
Heavy lifting
Equipment calibration
Problem-solving abilities
Self motivation
Valid Driver’s license
Clean driving record

Accomplishments

Employee of the month at Havertys Furniture

Bloodborne pathogens certified

Certification

Blood borne pathogens certified

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Licensed Tattoo Artist

Atomic Tattoos
05.2016 - CurrentRead More

Delivery Driver

Havertys Furniture
09.2012 - 05.2014Read More

Cook

Fat Maggies BBQ
02.2012 - 01.2016Read More

Automated Logistics Specialist

US Army
08.2008 - 08.2011Read More

Stock Selector

Walmart Warehouse
08.2007 - 08.2008Read More

Stock Selector

Rooms To Go Distribution Center
08.2005 - 08.2007Read More

Lakeland Senior High School

High School Diploma
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Hector Rivera