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Jose Vela
Ventura,CA
Summary
Efficient maintenance hand with a self-motivated, dependable nature. Help day-to-day operations by performing daily maintenance at a oil refinery plant, task consist of fueling vehicles, fueling heavy equipment, building manifolds, working on fire hydrants, repair valves, we try do it all. Focused on helping the business achieve short and long term goals. Hardworking, highly motivated professional eager to lend combined knowledge and skills to enhance business performance. Operates well in both individual and team capacities, leveraging seasoned work ethic to quickly adapt to different processes and drive company objectives. Resourceful and results-driven with a passion for growth and efficiency to meet company needs and increase service value. Worked at various job sites for the company.
Experienced with operating and maintaining ready mix trucks to ensure timely and safe delivery of concrete. Utilizes route planning and safety protocols to maximize efficiency and reliability. Knowledge of vehicle maintenance and concrete mixing techniques ensures high-quality service and customer satisfaction.
Overview
9
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Cemex USASanta Paula, CA
Ready Mix Driver
09.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Operated ready mix trucks to deliver concrete to job sites efficiently.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety and compliance.
- Maintained accurate delivery logs and paperwork for operational efficiency.
- Collaborated with dispatch to optimize route planning and reduce delays.
- Implemented best practices for loading procedures to enhance product quality.
- Resolved customer inquiries regarding deliveries, enhancing service satisfaction.
- Upheld cleanliness standards for both vehicle interiors and exteriors through regular washing and maintenance tasks.
- Contributed to a safe work environment by adhering to company policies, DOT regulations, and OSHA standards.
- Planned efficient routes by accounting for traffic, road conditions and construction.
- Optimized routes for efficient deliveries using GPS technology and knowledge of local traffic patterns.
- Facilitated clear communication between dispatchers, supervisors, fellow drivers, plant operators, mechanics as well as customers on-site regarding any changes or updates related to orders.
CD Lyon incventura, ca
RIGGER/OFFSHORE/ONSHORE CONSTRUCTION HAND
05.2018 - 09.2024
Job overview
- Completed routine maintenance work in line with good practices and care for environmental impacts.
- Helped team handle high-volume work by prioritizing tasks and organizing supplies.
- Managed files and continuously updated and organized records.
- Daily inspections of vehicles, heavy equipment and different machinery in the plant. Fueling of all vehicles, heavy equipment and compressors.
- Changing out a/c filters, creating JSA before starting work every morning, Participating in our daily safety meetings every morning.
- Working with operations, building manifolds, cutting and threading pipe to tie in to different parts of facility, also working on valves, minor repairs.
- Manage weekly fuel logs and equipment logs.
- Certified in forklift and manlift.
- Kept all areas clean, organized and in line with company professional standards.
- Repairs of fire hydrants and PIV valves.
- Conducted regular maintenance checks on equipment used at worksites.
- Performed manual labor tasks such as digging trenches, mixing mortar, hauling debris, and cleaning up worksites.
- Attended training sessions related to safety regulations governing construction sites.
- Operated rigging equipment to ensure safe lifting and movement of heavy materials.
- Conducted regular inspections of rigging gear to maintain safety compliance standards.
- Assisted crane operators in making critical decisions regarding lift strategies while maintaining open lines of communication throughout the process.
- Led safety meetings to discuss potential hazards and enhance workplace safety culture.
- Rigged for heavy lifts according to blueprint requirements.
Crown Fab.COLas vegas, nv
SHOP HAND
04.2017 - 03.2018
Job overview
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with skilled use of forklifts, hand trucks, and pallet jacks.
- Finished parts with sandblasting, grinding, or painting.
- Kept shop efficient by smoothly handling custodial work such as trash collection and equipment cleaning.
- Daily task consisted of opening shop, assisting welder when needed, cutting and grinding of material.
- Performing layout of material with welder, installing of material and parts when finished.
- Operated a variety of hand tools and power equipment to assemble, disassemble, fabricate, repair and maintain products and equipment.
- Developed detailed plans for each phase of the project including material requirements and timeline estimates.
- Collaborated with other tradespeople to ensure that all components of the project were completed correctly and on time.
Education
Ventura Adult edventura
GED
04-2015
Skills
- Hand and Power Tools
- Hand Tool Operations
- Forklift Driving
- Routine Maintenance
- Protective Equipment Knowledge
- Warehouse Operations Knowledge
- Safe driving practices
- Heavy equipment operation
- Customer relations
- Defensive driving techniques
- Documentation skills
- Concrete mixing
- CDL license proficiency
Certification
- certified forklift operator
- API/RP2D-Rigger training-ISO 9002 certex
- Certified to operate manlift
- class a license D3592906 w/tanker and double endorsement
Timeline
Ready Mix Driver
Cemex USA
09.2024 - Current
RIGGER/OFFSHORE/ONSHORE CONSTRUCTION HAND
CD Lyon inc
05.2018 - 09.2024
SHOP HAND
Crown Fab.CO
04.2017 - 03.2018
Ventura Adult ed
GED