HERMEN gonzalez
Piscataway Township
Summary
Dedicated professional with a strong work ethic and attention to detail.Proficient in power tool operation and committed to safety standards. Skilled in troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance for variety of systems and equipment.
Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges.
Proactive and goal-oriented with excellent time management and swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Grounds Crew Member
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
03.2023 - Current
- Operated landscaping equipment including mowers, trimmers, and blowers for efficient grounds maintenance.
- Maintained campus landscapes by planting flowers, shrubs, and trees to enhance aesthetic appeal.
- Implemented proper irrigation techniques to ensure healthy plant growth across university grounds.
- Assisted in the upkeep of athletic fields, ensuring optimal playing conditions for student-athletes.
HVAC Assistant
Cali-Air
04.2014 - Current
- Assisted in installation and maintenance of HVAC systems, ensuring optimal performance and compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with technicians to troubleshoot complex HVAC issues, enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Removed old equipment from customers' homes and cleaned up areas to prepare for new installations.
- Joined pipes or tubing to refrigerant and water sources to form complete circuit.
- Installed new equipment in multiple customer locations.
- Disassembled broken, defective, and worn out equipment to aid with repairs.
Construction Worker
H.G Install & Services
08.2019 - 08.2022
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Maintained clean and organized job sites, contributing to a safe working environment for all employees.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Gathered and disposed of worksite debris to remove safety hazards.
- Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
- Completed construction projects on time by adhering to strict deadlines and prioritizing tasks appropriately.
- Installed new structures, updated systems and replaced worn components to bring buildings up to current codes.
- Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
- Helped with door and window installations.
- Provided labor support to carpenters, masons and other skilled trades.
- Installed drywall, siding and other structural components.
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Prepared surfaces and surrounding areas for painting using sandpaper, tape, and other materials.
- Applied putty, wood filler, spackling, and caulks to prep uneven surfaces and fill in holes.
- Upgraded outdated plumbing systems to modern standards enhancing functionality while increasing property value for clients.
- Installed tile flooring in residential homes and commercial buildings.
Custodian
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
02.2010 - 03.2022
- Operated cleaning equipment to maintain cleanliness and safety in designated areas.
- Assisted in waste management by sorting and disposing of materials appropriately.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify maintenance needs and report issues promptly.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a safe working environment for all personnel.
- Deep cleaned or replaced flooring, performing stripping, sealing and finishing tasks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Plainfield High School
Plainfield, NJ06.2009
Skills
- Grounds maintenance
- Strong work ethic
- Responsible and punctual
- Power tool operation
- Painting and finishing
- Team player
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Heavy lifting
- Basic carpentry
- Flooring installation
- Drywall hanging
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
References
Michael Messner
Sr. Maintenance Mechanic
michael.messner@rutgers.edu
(848) 656-6381
Warren D Dixon
Foreperson Grounds Operations
Wdixon@ipo.rutgers.edu
(732) 421-4549
David Morrow
Foreperson Grounds Operations
david.morrow@rutgers.edu
(848) 202-0986
Timeline
Grounds Crew Member
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
03.2023 - Current
Construction Worker
H.G Install & Services
08.2019 - 08.2022
HVAC Assistant
Cali-Air
04.2014 - Current
Custodian
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
02.2010 - 03.2022
High School Diploma -
Plainfield High School
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