Jesse Valles
Kyle,TX
Summary
Flexible hard worker ready to learn and contribute to team success.
Skilled Class A Driver with clean driving history and valid Texas license. Accustomed to daily routes with multiple stops. Coordinates smooth loading, unloading, and load processing at each location. Meticulous about updating paperwork and DOT-compliant records.
Overview
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18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Class A CDL Driver
United Rentals Trench Safety
Austin, TX
03.2024 - Current
- Ensured the functionality and safety compliance of equipment through regular inspections and testing.
- Maintained records of inventory, repairs, and inspections.
- Troubleshot mechanical issues with malfunctioning equipment.
- Replaced worn or defective parts as needed.
- Operated forklifts to move heavy items around facility.
- Loaded and unloaded materials from delivery vehicles using appropriate tools and techniques.
- Adhered to all safety protocols while operating heavy machinery.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on trenchers such as checking fluid levels, lubricating parts and inspecting components for wear or damage.
- Installed shoring systems including timber lagging, steel plates and hydraulic jacks to ensure trench stability during excavation process.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections, ensuring vehicle readiness and safety standards.
- Operated commercial vehicles safely in compliance with federal and state regulations.
- Delivered freight on schedule, optimizing routes for efficiency and minimizing delays.
- Collaborated with dispatch to communicate any issues or changes during transport operations.
- Maintained accurate logs of driving hours, mileage, and fuel consumption per regulatory requirements.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Performed daily safety checks to achieve safe operating condition of equipment.
- Operated large cranes to lift and move materials with precision and accuracy.
- Operated mobile crane and moved materials to various locations to meet job schedule demands.
- Controlled cranes from remote control panel for safe and accurate operation.
Foreman
Rams painting
Kyle, TX
01.2023 - 09.2024
- Monitored job site parts and equipment.
- Communicated with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues.
- Planned and managed manpower and resource requirements to support project activities.
- Applied primer, paints, varnishes and lacquers to walls and surfaces.
- Cleaned and properly stored paint equipment and supplies at end of each workday.
- Used power and hand tools safely and effectively.
- Painted walls and other surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods and worked efficiently to complete jobs within required timeframes.
- Performed repairs to defects in walls by patching holes and scrapes prior at project start.
- Readied surfaces and surrounding areas for painting with sandpaper, tape and other materials.
- Operated airless spray equipment and motorized lifts.
Shop Foreman
Sunstate Equipment- Trench Safety Division
Manor, TX
09.2023 - 02.2024
- Developed and implemented shop-wide safety policies and procedures.
- Monitored employee performance and provided feedback to improve productivity.
- Maintained a safe working environment by ensuring all tools, equipment, and machinery were in proper working order.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure that production goals were met on time.
- Ordered parts for repair jobs as needed from suppliers or vendors.
- Identified areas for improvement within the shop to increase efficiency levels.
- Managed inventory control system to ensure adequate supply of materials was available at all times.
- Worked closely with management team to develop long-term strategies for shop operations.
- Reported any issues or concerns with machines or personnel directly to upper management.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on trenchers such as checking fluid levels, lubricating parts and inspecting components for wear or damage.
- Loaded, unloaded and transported heavy equipment from one job site to another.
- Installed shoring systems including timber lagging, steel plates and hydraulic jacks to ensure trench stability during excavation process.
Yard Specialist
National Trench Safety LLC.
Austin, TX
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Inspected vehicles, equipment and trailers in addition to performing basic maintenance.
- Conducted general clean up of yard and facilities to maintain safe working environment.
- Mastered operation of yard equipment, forklifts and pallet jacks and demonstrated how to properly operate and safely maintain equipment.
- Loaded, unloaded, transported and stacked materials through careful operation of various warehouse equipment.
- Secured loads on pallets to minimize damage and worker injuries.
- Communicated with team members to coordinate efficient and accurate movements.
- Inspected product load for accuracy to foster timely and complete delivery.
- Scheduled or performed needed maintenance on equipment to promote longevity of use.
- Followed maps and GPS systems to promptly complete tasks.
- Forklift Experience Hester 210
Welder
J&G Welding Services
Austin, TX
12.2015 - 06.2022
- Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type.
- Used welding skills to help repair and maintain heavy-duty machinery.
- Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
- Operated manual and semi-automatic welding equipment in vertical, horizontal and overhead positions.
- Repaired structures by dismantling, reshaping and reassembling metal components with cutting torches and hand tools.
- Monitored fitting, burning and welding processes to avoid overheating parts, warping, shrinking, distortion and expansion of materials.
- Completed minor torch ups with MIG welders.
- Adjusted gas flow and pressure to create and maintain desired flames.
- Welded fabrication materials, continuously checking for safety and quality.
- Forklift Experience
- Skid Steer
- Mini Excavator
Delivery Driver
Brothers Produce
Austin, TX
11.2014 - 11.2015
- Transported and safely delivered items to prevent damage or loss.
- Navigated routes with relevant map programs and GPS systems.
- Handled merchandise in accordance with product handling standards.
- Handled customer service complaints with utmost professionalism and knowledgeable responses to maintain trust and company loyalty.
- Obeyed traffic laws and follow established traffic and transportation procedures.
- Delivered rush merchandise on tight schedules to meet customer targets.
- Notified customers of delays to decrease calls to support.
- Kept accurate logs of all deliveries and trips.
Contractor
J&M Services
Kyle, TX
06.2012 - 11.2014
- Established work, budgets and construction timelines to manage and plan projects.
- Applied changes requested by designers, owners or inspectors to optimize work.
- Logged inventory to track supply counts, organize equipment and gather important materials.
- Leveraged marketing campaigns to acquire new residential customers, commercial clients and construction partners resulting in increased revenue.
- Worked independently and with other team members to decipher problems and create solutions.
- Submitted rough drafts to management to obtain approval of concepts or work.
Maintenance Supervisor
Costco
Austin, TX
07.2008 - 07.2012
- Oversaw team in completing job tasks quickly and accurately with appropriate use of instruments and tools.
- Monitored inventory and ordered needed supplies to meet demand for repairs.
- Scheduled repair and maintenance of machines, tools and equipment to support continuous production operations.
- Maintained clear and safe workspace areas to meet OSHA standards.
- Kept records of parts and equipment used in projects to update inventory.
- Delegated daily tasks to employees to manage resources and meet deadlines.
- Stocked pallets throughout shift to keep warehouse clean, maintained and organized.
- Assessed floor displays to restock merchandise.
- Observed strict safety measures while stocking shelves to prevent falls and mishaps.
- Pulled items from stock using lift equipment and added to shelves or bins.
- Identified and quickly handled spill clean-up.
- Forklift Experience
Education
High School Diploma -
Crockett High School
Austin, TX05.2007
Skills
- Project Management
- Physical Stamina
- Critical Thinking
- Attention to Detail
- Employee Training
- Worksite Safety
- Safety Policies and Procedures
- Wood and Metal Framing
- Heavy Lifting
- Quality Control
- Pretrip inspections
- Safe driving practices
- Crew Leadership
- Daily Reporting
- Dedicated Work Ethic
- Crew Scheduling
- Construction Vehicles Operation
- Job Site Management
- Hand and Power Tools
- OSHA Regulations
- Job Planning
- Materials Estimating
- Structural Repairs
- Operations Supervision
- Forklift Experience
- Mini Excavator
- Skid Steer
- Trailer coupling and uncoupling
- Heavy equipment operation
- Load securement
- DOT compliance
- Class A commercial Driver's license
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Class A CDL Driver
United Rentals Trench Safety
03.2024 - Current
Shop Foreman
Sunstate Equipment- Trench Safety Division
09.2023 - 02.2024
Foreman
Rams painting
01.2023 - 09.2024
Yard Specialist
National Trench Safety LLC.
06.2022 - 12.2022
Welder
J&G Welding Services
12.2015 - 06.2022
Delivery Driver
Brothers Produce
11.2014 - 11.2015
Contractor
J&M Services
06.2012 - 11.2014
Maintenance Supervisor
Costco
07.2008 - 07.2012
High School Diploma -
Crockett High School