James Portillo SR
Phenix City,AZ
Summary
Knowledgeable about maintaining organized inventories and handling custodial requirements of commercial building bathrooms, workspaces and customer areas. Experienced team player with strong service record, good organizational skills and productive approach to handling simultaneous tasks. Focused on always producing high-quality and professional results.
Dynamic auto body professional offering extensive auto body knowledge gained through 20 years of industry experience. Well-versed in repair and assembly for range of makes and models. Strong knowledge of industry best practices and insurance protocols.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Janitor
Goodwill
03.2021 - 03.2023
- Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
- Maintained floor cleaning and waxing equipment.
- Responded immediately to calls from personnel to clean up spills and wet floors.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial store cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Followed procedures for use of chemical cleaners and power equipment to prevent damage to floors.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
- Mixed, used, and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
- Reported vandalism or other damage to property to supervisor.
- Moved furniture for cleaning and set up for special events.
- Checked in and stocked inventory throughout facility.
- Ran variety of cleaning machines such as floor machines designed to strip, wax, extract, and top scrub floors and carpets.
- Replaced and refilled paper towel and toilet paper dispensers for users convenience.
- Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
- Followed safety protocols and safe use of protective gear to prevent injury to self and others.
- Handled spills, accidents and other cleaning emergencies to maintain cleanliness standards throughout assigned shift.
- Reported damages and hazardous conditions to management for further action.
- Performed daily facility checklists for cleaning floors, wiping down glass entryways and collecting trash.
- Would also collect shopping carts in parking lot.
- Used hand trucks or manually lifted supplies, equipment and heavy furniture.
- Identified repair needs and major maintenance concerns, and escalated issues to management.
- Cleaned walls and ceilings with special reach tools following regular schedule.
- Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.
- Helped outside crew complete grounds maintenance tasks such as mowing grass, trimming bushes and removing debris.
- Supervised supplies in inventory and submitted reorder requests.
- Used organic-based chemicals to disinfect floors, counters and furniture.
- Used power scrubbing and waxing machines to scrub and polish floors.
- Emptied waste paper and other trash from premises and moved to appropriate receptacles.
- Maintained optimal supply levels to meet daily and special cleaning needs.
- Kept public pathways clear of safety hazards and spills with regular checks and attention.
Auto Body Repair Estimator
Sanderson Ford
04.2017 - 05.2021
- Arrange to have damage appraised by another appraiser to resolve disagreement with shop on repair cost
- Determine salvage value on total-loss vehicle
- Estimate parts and labor to repair damage, using standard automotive labor and parts cost manuals and knowledge of automotive repair
- Evaluate practicality of repair as opposed to payment of market value of vehicle before accident
- Examine damaged vehicle to determine extent of structural, body, mechanical, electrical, or interior damage
- Prepare insurance forms to indicate repair cost estimates and recommendations
- Review repair cost estimates with automobile repair shop to secure agreement on cost of repairs.
- Evaluated OEM manufacturer schematics and service documentation to identify parts to order.
- Examined vehicles to determine extent of damage and repairs required.
- Inspected completed repairs for accuracy, quality and safety.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Goal-oriented professional with proven success in applying analytical skills to solve complex problems and overcome challenges. Dedicated to enhancing team performance and driving business success.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
Auto Body Repair Estimator
Gerber Collision And Glass
12.2016 - 04.2017
- Determine salvage value on total-loss vehicle
- Estimate parts and labor to repair damage, using standard automotive labor and parts cost manuals and knowledge of automotive repair
- Prepare insurance forms to indicate repair cost estimates and recommendations
- Examine damaged vehicle to determine extent of structural, body, mechanical, electrical, or interior damage
- Review repair cost estimates with automobile repair shop to secure agreement on cost of repairs
- Evaluate practicality of repair as opposed to payment of market value of vehicle before accident.
- Prepared material orders to complete projects on time and within budget.
- Analyzed designs and performed accurate cost analysis.
- Identified areas for cost saving to help increase profitability and lower client costs.
- Reviewed project plans and specifications to understand project requirements and accurately estimate cost and resources needed.
- Collaborated with other departments and contractors to access all necessary information and expertise to create comprehensive estimates.
- Used specialized software to create estimates quickly and accurately and make estimates easily understandable and shareable.
- Reviewed and approved invoices and change orders to monitor project expenses and reflect any change to scope in project budget.
- Tracked project costs and expenses to monitor progress and identify and mitigate deviations from original estimate.
- Participated in pre-bid meetings and site visits to understand project scope and identify potential issues or challenges.
- Gathered cost and material data for accurate and up-to-date information on material and labor costs.
- Provided accurate estimates by defining scope, timelines, potential setbacks, and limitations.
- Prepared estimates used by management for purposes such as planning, organizing, and scheduling work.
- Monitored project progress to identify and address changes in project scope or budget.
- Determined budgets for prospective projects to plan for future expenditures and utilize resources wisely.
- Gathered data on materials, labor and equipment costs to determine total costs of projects.
- Conducted site visits to gather information and data on project locations, infrastructures and conditions.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers and vendors, securing best pricing for materials, labor and equipment.
- Analyzed plans and specifications to identify scope and cost of projects.
- Stayed current with industry regulations and standards to produce cost estimates in compliance with all relevant laws.
- Utilized cost-estimating software to streamline estimating processes and produce accurate and reliable estimates.
- Developed and maintained database of cost information to use most up-to-date and relevant data in estimates.
- Reviewed and approved invoices and payments, verifying accuracy of expenses.
- Researched construction cost trends to stay up-to-date with industry developments and changes.
- Attended project meetings to provide updates and insights on project costs.
- Assessed risks and uncertainties to identify potential challenges and prepare contingency plans.
- Delivered consulting services to advise clients on cost-saving strategies and best practices.
- Collaborated with project managers and contractors to obtain necessary information for preparing cost estimates.
- Readied and presented cost reports to keep stakeholders informed of job progress.
- Evaluated subcontractor bids to obtain best value for projects.
Auto Body Repair Estimator, Painter Prep
Jim & Jack Collision
02.1999 - 02.2014
- Read & match estimates into CCC1 & Mitchell
- Evaluated OEM manufacturer schematics and service documentation to identify parts to order.
- Examined vehicles to determine extent of damage and repairs required.
- Inspected completed repairs for accuracy, quality and safety.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Goal-oriented professional with proven success in applying analytical skills to solve complex problems and overcome challenges. Dedicated to enhancing team performance and driving business success.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Applied sealants, caulks and rust preventatives to protect body and paint.
- Prepared surfaces for priming, painting and refinishing.
- Filled, sanded and smoothed surfaces to prepare for painting.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent, Adult High School/Secondary Diploma Program -
Redondo Union High School
Redondo Beach, CASkills
- Facilities Maintenance
- Customer service-focused
- Work Orders
- Basic Repairs
- Chemical Handling
- Custodial machine operation
- Window Washing
- MSDS knowledge
- Client Communication
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline
Janitor
Goodwill
03.2021 - 03.2023
Auto Body Repair Estimator
Sanderson Ford
04.2017 - 05.2021
Auto Body Repair Estimator
Gerber Collision And Glass
12.2016 - 04.2017
Auto Body Repair Estimator, Painter Prep
Jim & Jack Collision
02.1999 - 02.2014
High School Diploma or Equivalent, Adult High School/Secondary Diploma Program -
Redondo Union High School
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