Jose Ayala
Plumbing Laborer
Berkeley,IL
Summary
Experienced Plumbing Laborer with 9 years of hands-on experience assisting with residential plumbing installations, repairs, fixtures, piping, and job-site preparation. Knowledgeable in plumbing materials, tools, safe work practices, and supporting experienced plumbers' installation and troubleshooting tasks. Reliable and safety-conscious professional with additional experience in forklift operation, warehouse operations, and material handling, inventory control, and loading/receiving. Strong ability to work independently or as part of a team in fast-paced environments.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Forklift Operator
Menards
Chicago, Illinois
03.2017 - Current
- • Safely operated forklifts to move, load, and stage merchandise across store grounds and loading docks
- • Conducted daily safety inspections on equipment and work areas, ensuring compliance with safety standards and reducing risks.
- • Maintained accurate inventory records with handheld scanners, ensuring precise stock tracking and availability.
- • Collaborated with team members and supervisors to streamline daily loading dock operations, improving workflow efficiency.
- • Received incoming shipments, verifying product quantities and condition against purchase orders to ensure accuracy and reduce discrepancies.
Plumbing Laborer
Rivera Plumbing
Chicago, Illinois
05.2008 - 03.2017
- Installed plumbing systems in residential buildings, ensuring code compliance and safety.
- Assisted senior plumbers with diagnosing issues and repairing plumbing fixtures and pipes.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure readiness for daily tasks and prevent downtime.
- Streamlined inventory management by organizing tools and materials for easy access at job sites.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace, promoting efficiency and reducing potential hazards on job sites.
- Collaborated with team members to efficiently complete projects within set timelines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Aspira
Chicago, IL 05.2001 -
Skills
Plumbing: Residential Plumbing installation
- Plumbing Repairs & Maintenance
- Pipe Installation & Fittings
- Fixtures Installation
- Plumbing Material Handling
- Troubleshooting Assistance
- Job-Site Preparation
- Plumbing Safety & Code Compliance
Equipment & Warehouse: Forklift Operation (Sit-Down & Stand Up)
- Pallet Jack Operation
- Material Handling
- Loading & Unloading
- Shipping & Receiving
- Inventory Control
- Handheld/RF Scanners
- Order Staging
Certification
Certified Forklift Operator (Sit-Down / Stand-Up)
Timeline
Forklift Operator
Menards
03.2017 - Current
Plumbing Laborer
Rivera Plumbing
05.2008 - 03.2017
High School Diploma -
Aspira
05.2001 -