Ivan Solorio
City of California City
California City,CA
2
Languages
12
years of professional experience
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in Public Works and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, results-oriented mindset . Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Work History
Street Maintenance Worker
3 Years 11 Months- Pavement and Surface Repair: Patching potholes, sealing asphalt cracks, and repairing damaged sections on city streets and alleys.
- Drainage and Storm Maintenance: Clearing debris from storm drains, ditches, and washes to prevent flooding.
- Signage and Striping: Installing, repairing, and cleaning traffic signs, street name signs, and pavement markings.
- General Upkeep: Handling weed abatement and removing trash or graffiti along public rights-of-way.
- Physical Labor: Lifting heavy materials, shoveling asphalt or gravel, and standing or working outdoors in diverse weather conditions.
- Managed resources effectively by tracking materials usage and maintaining accurate inventory records for restocking purposes.
- Safety Control: Setting up cones, barricades, and signs to direct traffic safely around work zones.
- Optimized equipment usage by performing preventative maintenance checks and keeping records of service history.
Water Distribution Operator
2 Years- System Maintenance: Installed, flushed, and repaired underground water mains, valves, service lines, and fire hydrants to ensure reliable water distribution.
- Plant and Pump Operations: Monitored water treatment equipment, storage reservoirs, and groundwater wells via SCADA systems to maintain system integrity and water quality.
- Testing and Quality Control: Collect and analyze water samples to adjust chemical disinfection (like chlorine) and ensure compliance with strict state and federal standards.
- Emergency Response: Provided 24/7 response for pipeline breaks, water outages, and hazardous system leaks to minimize service disruptions.
- Maintained accurate records for regulatory compliance by diligently documenting test results and maintenance activities.
- Operated valves and gates as needed for optimal flow control within the distribution network, minimizing service disruptions.
Painter's Helper
1 Year 1 Month- Applied protective coverings to furniture and flooring to prevent damage during painting.
- Demonstrated attention to detail when performing tasks such as taping off edges and trim before applying paint coats.
- Assisted in achieving high-quality results by properly preparing surfaces through sanding, scraping, and filling holes or cracks.
- Increased customer satisfaction by maintaining a clean and organized workspace during painting projects.
- Assisted in surface preparation, ensuring optimal paint adhesion and finish quality.
Mechanic Trainee
1 Year 3 Months- Performed routine maintenance tasks including oil changes and tire rotations.
- Assisted in diagnosing vehicle issues using specialized diagnostic tools.
- Collaborated with senior mechanics to learn advanced repair techniques.
Landscaping Assistant
3 Years 3 Months- Removed and disposed of plant debris from work sites to keep areas safe and well-organized.
- Maintained healthy lawns and gardens by performing regular mowing, trimming, and fertilization tasks.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Preserved plant health through proper pruning, watering, and pest control measures.
- Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
- Assisted with irrigation system maintenance and repair.
- Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Crack sealing
Asphalt repair
Communication skills
Hand tool proficiency
Problem-solving abilities
Preventive maintenance
Problem-solving aptitude
Analytical thinking
Resource management
Dependability
Effective communication
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Interests
Camping
Playing Sports
I like working with my hands and fixing things.
Music
Baking
Timeline
Street Maintenance Worker
City of California City
11.2022 - CurrentRead More
Water Distribution Operator
City of California City
11.2020 - 11.2022Read More
Painter's Helper
Angel Dominguez Painting Company
07.2018 - 08.2019Read More
Mechanic Trainee
Jose's Mechanic Shop
06.2017 - 09.2018Read More
Landscaping Assistant
Polis Landscaping Services
06.2014 - 09.2017Read More
California City High School
High School Diploma
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