Jose Galarza
Stuart,Fl
Summary
A quick learner with experience in various fields, dedicated to thriving in fast-paced environments that require great physical endurance and strength. Hands-on and capable of handling any work detail efficiently. Possesses a reliable and friendly nature, with the capacity to collaborate effectively with any and all objectives.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Welder Helper
Cavache
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Maintained equipment in good working order.
- Supported production needs by performing routine tasks using standard procedures and equipment.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
- Monitored machinery to identify concerns, make corrections, or report complex problems.
- Clamped, held, tack-welded, heat-bent and bolted component parts to achieve required configurations and positions.
- Completed welding projects using gas tungsten arc, gas metal arc, flux-cored arc, plasma arc, and shielded metal arc equipment.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
Electrician Helper
Graves Electrical Services
01.2020 - 07.2023
- Skills for operating man lifts, fork lifts for moving heavy material, using hand tools for electrical substation work,
- Draw on strong knowledge of safe lifting techniques and safe work practices and proper use of PPE
- Team player willing to work long shifts to support company goals
- Installs and repairs electrical wiring, systems, and fixtures in buildings
- Installs conduits and pipes to house electrical wires and cables
- Ensures piping complies with electrical codes
- Installs circuit breakers and other electrical hardware and connects wiring to them.
Pool Builder
Apex Pools
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy
- Employed heavy equipment operation best practices resulting in minimal complaints or incidents
- Performed both structural and flat poured concrete work
- Consistently tasked additional responsibilities and worked extended hours to meet project deadlines
- Prepared and cleaned construction sites.
Sandblasting
American Custom Yachts
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Sandblasted heavy equipment using spray guns and sandblasting equipment to clean grease, dried concrete, oil paint and rust from equipment.
- Reviewed scenes to assess and identify issues and check for proper equipment usage in sandblasting tasks.
- Masked, grit blasted or chemically rinsed surfaces to prepare for sandblasting.
- Placed parts on racks in enclosed rooms, into tumbling barrels, or into cabinets to prepare for sandblasting.
- Cleaned and roughened surfaces with sandblasting to achieve strong adhesion.
- Prepared for new painting by removing previous materials with seam-cleaning, sandblasting, scraping, and sanding.
- Operated high air-pressure sandblasting equipment and power tools to remove rust, grease and dirt before applying paint.
- Determined accurate mixtures and times for sandblasting to meet desired finish.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
Landscape Worker
Proscape Lawn & Landscape Services
01.2010 - 01.2015
- Cut lawn using, power or riding mower and trim and edge around flower beds, and walls
- Planting palm trees and small plants as well
- Clean and pick up debris. Knowledge of all tools for landscaping services and safety also
Roofing Laborer
All Area Roofing
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Tear off existing roof cover to Install, repair, or replace roofs using materials such as shingles and metal, install scaffolding, ladders, and roof hoist equipment as needed for roof
- Precisely cut felt, shingles and strips of flashing to fit angles formed by walls, vents, and intersecting roof surfaces.
- Removed old roofing material and properly disposed of all debris to maintain clean, organized work sites.
- Repaired and maintained roofing systems by replacing roofing tiles and refastening seams.
- Completed residential and commercial projects with tight schedules by working effectively with fellow team members.
- Performed job duties at low, medium, and advanced heights on regular basis while observing safety protocols to avoid possibility of accidents and falls.
Education
GED -
2007
Skills
- Quality Assurance
- Electrical Equipment Maintenance
- Wiring installation
- Sub-panel installation
- New Construction
- Job Planning
- Electrical Repairs
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Electrical Installation
- Valid State driver's license
- Works well in team environment
Bilingual
Sandblasting
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Welder Helper - Cavache
06.2024 - 08.2024
Electrician Helper - Graves Electrical Services
01.2020 - 07.2023
Pool Builder - Apex Pools
01.2019 - 01.2020
Sandblasting - American Custom Yachts
01.2015 - 01.2019
Landscape Worker - Proscape Lawn & Landscape Services
01.2010 - 01.2015
Roofing Laborer - All Area Roofing
01.2008 - 01.2010
Okeechobee High School - GED,