Jamel King
Vacaville,CA
Summary
To obtain employment with where my knowledge and experience can be utilized and broadened. Skills: Many years of experience in the inventory and vendor relationships. Strong leadership skills along with great written and verbal communication skills. Detail oriented, clean, efficient, high energy level, and multi talented.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Detail Specialist
Gleam King Mobile Auto Spa
04.2021 - Current
- Cleaning vehicle interiors and exteriors in compliance with all company standards and client requests
- Operating buffers, steamers, hoses, vacuums, and other equipment to meet service expectations
- Using cleaning, protective, and restorative agents to maintain and enhance the appearance of vehicles
- Cleaning, polishing and vacuuming the interiors and exteriors of vehicles
- Determining the correct cleaning agents to use
- Operating cleaning equipment
- Providing customer service
- Ability to multitask
- Attention to detail
- Communication skills
- Time management.
- Operated buffers, steamers, hoses, vacuums and other equipment to meet service expectations.
- Maintained clean, tidy and safe work environment.
- Applied protective agents, including sealants, to protect surfaces.
- Performed detailed vacuuming of interior and exterior of vehicles and equipment.
- Collected and disposed of trash in vehicle console spaces and under seats.
- Provided exceptional customer service and addressed customer inquiries.
- Checked quality of work by thoroughly inspecting interior and exterior for additional cleaning requirements.
- Applied chemicals and used high-pressure wash and scrubbers to clean rims.
- Polished windows and mirrors of vehicles and equipment.
- Removed dirt and debris from vehicle and equipment interiors.
- Used specialized cleaning products to remove stains from interior and exterior surfaces.
- Maintained car detailing equipment and supplies in optimal condition for daily demands.
- Cleaned upholstery, rugs and other surfaces by using cleaning agents, applicators and cleaning devices.
- Utilized high-pressure washers to clean vehicles and equipment.
- Used cleaning, protective, and restorative agents to maintain and enhance appearance of vehicles.
- Wiped down and polished interior and exterior surfaces.
- Cleaned engine and engine compartment with steam cleaning equipment and various cleaning agents to remove grease and grime.
- Organized vehicle and equipment storage spaces, removing trash and wiping down surfaces.
- Restored luster to vehicle interiors, including upholstery and vinyl.
- Shined vehicle windows and windshields to remove water spots.
- Applied wax and sealants to exterior of vehicles and equipment.
- Vacuumed interiors of vehicles to remove dirt and debris.
- Inspected vehicles and equipment for visible damage.
- Inspected interior and exterior of vehicles for cleanliness and accurately identified imperfections outside vehicle standards.
- Reported daily work progress and encountered problems to management.
- Washed, waxed, and buffed vehicle bodies for professional shine.
- Mixed cleaning solutions, abrasive compositions and other compounds to clean interior and exterior of vehicle.
Paint Department Supervisor
Home Depot
05.2011 - 10.2020
- Of BOPIS Team (Buy Online Pick up In Store), Pro Desk Opener (working with contractors), lumber, paint, and inventory associate
- Job duties consist of cash handling, customer service, sweeping departments, loading materials for store and customers, mixing paint, cutting wood, making keys, fork-lifting materials.
- Kept close eye on department employees and customers to assess theft risks and maintain loss prevention goals.
- Developed and nurtured lasting relationships with clients through dedicated assistance, issue resolution and active listening.
- Marked-down clearance items and relocated merchandise to proper store areas.
- Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
- Decreased inventory shrinkage, drive-off and daily cash discrepancies by closely monitoring daily operations.
- Successfully drove new product lines to increase annual profits by Number%.
- Walked through department multiple times each shift to evaluate and correct issues such as cleaning and stock replenishment needs.
- Implemented daily operating procedures to keep store clean, adequately stocked, and well-organized.
- Maintained focus during busy times and delegated tasks to employees to keep business running smoothly.
- Effectively allocated tasks during high-traffic times to keep operations running smoothly and employees focused.
- Trained newly hired sales team in upselling techniques.
- Maintained clean, adequately stocked, and organized store by streamlining daily operations and introducing new procedures.
- Examined incoming inventory, merchandised shelves and prevented shrinkage.
- Mentored new sales associates to contribute to store's positive culture.
Sign Installer
Cimico Signs
10.2020 - 07.2021
- Installed vinyl on vehicle doors, windows and body panels for partial coverage or complete wraps.
- Applied vinyl to metal, foam board and plastic by hand and with use of laminating table.
- Inserted sealing strips, wiring and insulating material, as called for in blueprints.
- Hoisted metal components into place, safely operating cranes during process.
- Maintained clean and tidy shop space for maximum customer appeal, safety and organization.
- Followed blueprints and instructions from supervisors to erect columns, beams and girders.
- Coordinated with crane or signaled equipment operators to lift and position structural steel members and hoist beams, girders, and columns to correct positions.
- Prepared vinyl for application on substrates or flat socks with associated weeding, trimming and taping.
- Created custom signs for customers with quality builds and careful installation.
- Used appropriate safety measures and encouraged other team members to do same in effort to avoid job site injuries.
- Dismantled structures and prepared equipment for travel or site movement.
- Inspected projects, identified issues that occurred and implemented corrective measures.
Music Composer
King Vision Entertainment
02.2008 - 05.2011
- Determined voices, instruments, harmonic structures, rhythms, tempos and tone balances required to achieve effects desired in each musical composition.
- Assigned and reviewed staff work in such areas as scoring, arranging and copying music.
- Transposed pieces from one instrument to another and one key to another to accommodate client and musician preferences.
- Scored compositions for consistency with instrumental and vocal capabilities.
- Collaborated with performers and producers to determine and achieve desired sound for production.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
Fabrication Technician
Masonite Doorfab
05.2005 - 02.2008
- Measuring, cutting and assembling of interior and exterior doors
- Cleaning of work area.
- Adjusted machine settings and tooling to get accurate cuts and shapes for each job.
- Used rulers, squares and scribes to measure and mark dimensions and reference lines on materials.
- Inspected and tested finished products for compliance with tolerances.
- Aligned and verified positioning using measuring instruments to determine reference points and compute layout dimensions.
- Set up and used electric, pneumatic and hand tools.
- Organized materials, maintained appropriate levels and avoided waste.
- Followed Operational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) regulations to promote safe equipment operation and workplace safety.
- Inspected equipment and materials to verify safety and quality standards.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects accurately and quickly.
- Managed project timeline and resources to complete work on time and within budget.
- Cut bent, and formed sheet metal and other materials to create metal works.
- Fabricated components and structures following customer requirements.
- Adhered to lean manufacturing principles to maintain efficiency.
- Maintained clean and organized working environment to promote safety and efficiency.
- Fastened joints and seams together to assemble components into sheet metal products.
- Observed safety practices and procedures to maintain safe and clean working environment.
- Operated Type and Type equipment to maneuver completed units into position for installation.
Laborer Worker
Labor Ready
02.2005 - 05.2005
- Labor/, work at different construction sites
- This led to a permanent position at Masonite.
- Signaled equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement and adjustment of machinery, equipment and materials for projects.
- Identified and reported hazards on job sites to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Understood and followed verbal and written instructions to complete work correctly.
- Prepared job sites by removing debris and setting up materials and tools.
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Followed proper equipment operation and maintenance procedures to keep equipment in good working condition.
- Maintained organized and clean work areas at all times on job sites.
- Performed general housekeeping and cleaning tasks.
- Assisted carpenters and other tradespeople in construction, installation and repair of buildings and loaded, transported and unloaded materials, tools and supplies.
- Gathered and removed debris and discarded material upon final completion of construction project.
- Observed site safety rules to maximize protections for team members and equipment.
- Worked alongside team to accomplish work goals according to schedule.
Construction Laborer
Healthy Buildings
09.2004 - 02.2005
- Construction of steel homes, steel framing
- Helped with erecting scaffolding and ladders.
- Worked on sites, installing roofs and other exterior components.
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Conducted daily site inspections to identify potential safety hazards.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Installed drywall, siding and other structural components.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Provided labor support to carpenters, masons and other skilled trades.
- Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
- Moved and cleared debris from work sites to dispose of in designated areas.
- Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
- Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
- Observed safety regulations on job sites to minimize accidents.
- Managed safe and efficient use of tools and equipment on construction sites.
- Installed drywall, flooring and other interior finishes to create finished and functional living and work spaces.
- Followed blueprints and diagrams to complete projects according to specifications.
- Gathered waste and trash from job sites for placement in refuse containers to keep job sites clean and organized.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto trucks and trailers.
- Worked with contractors and other tradespeople to meet project specifications and deadlines.
- Dug trenches and set up forms to specified requirements for concrete pours.
- Assisted in digging, trenching and backfilling trenches and foundations.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols while operating machinery and equipment.
- Inspected tools and equipment to maintain safety and efficiency.
- Helped with door and window installations.
- Mixed and poured concrete for variety of projects.
- Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment onto and off construction sites.
- Demonstrated safe and proper operation of equipment and tools to prevent harm to team members.
Road Construction Laborer
Striping Express
01.2000 - 09.2004
- Responsible for layout of job duties for the day, unloading trucks at the job site, striping with paint and hot thermal using multiple machines, laying buttons and reflectors, job site clean up and unloading trucks at the shop.
- Measured out jobs and calculated materials needed.
- Safely controlled traffic in high-volume areas during roadwork projects and repairs.
- Operated all heavy equipment properly according to employer safety specifications.
- Directed traffic around site locations using appropriate signage and team communication.
- Used flags to warn motorists about hazards, obstacles and workers ahead.
- Repaired signs and fences quickly to avoid accidents and mishaps.
- Transported, organized and fetched materials throughout each shift.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Education
No Degree - General Education
Diablo Valley College
Concord, CA10.1996
Diploma - General Education
Vallejo Senior High School
Vallejo, CA10.1994
Skills
- Upholstery Cleaning
- Surface Drying and Polishing
- Vehicle Inspection
- Calm and Pleasant Demeanor
- Equipment Inventory Maintenance
- Thoroughly wash Vehicles
- Maintain Supplies
- Exterior Washes
- Interior and Exterior Cleaning
- Hose and Line Hookups
- Pressure Washing
- Corrective Maintenance
- Vehicle Interior Cleaning
- Workplace Safety
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Air Compressors
- Vehicle Safety and Maintenance
- Car Parking
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Competitive Pricing
- Cleaning Solution Preparation
- Productivity and Time Management
- Engine Cleaning
- Strategic Planning
- Clean Windows
- Vehicle Transport and Delivery
- Detailing Equipment
- Wet Sanding
- Stain Removal
- Cleaning Agents
- Goal-Driven
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Exterior Waxing
- Onsite and Remote Services
- Hospitality and Accommodation
- Industry Trends
- Customer Relations
- Customer Satisfaction
- Pneumatic Sanding Machines
- Special Purpose Cleaners
- Fabric Treatment
- Automotive Detailing
- Window and Windshield Cleaning
- Power Washer
- Vacuum Interiors
- Sales Techniques
Certification
- Licensed forklift operator
- Slipsheet machine operator
- Pallet jack operator
- Reach lift operator
- Order picker operator
Timeline
Detail Specialist
Gleam King Mobile Auto Spa
04.2021 - Current
Sign Installer
Cimico Signs
10.2020 - 07.2021
Paint Department Supervisor
Home Depot
05.2011 - 10.2020
Music Composer
King Vision Entertainment
02.2008 - 05.2011
Fabrication Technician
Masonite Doorfab
05.2005 - 02.2008
Laborer Worker
Labor Ready
02.2005 - 05.2005
Construction Laborer
Healthy Buildings
09.2004 - 02.2005
Road Construction Laborer
Striping Express
01.2000 - 09.2004
No Degree - General Education
Diablo Valley College
Diploma - General Education
Vallejo Senior High School
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