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Joseph DiRusso

Valley Stream

Summary

Professional with solid foundation in technical skills and hands-on experience. Known for reliability and ability to adapt to evolving work environments. Collaborative team player focused on achieving results and maintaining high standards. Skilled in troubleshooting and precision work.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

HVAC Apprentice

Greentree Mechanical
04.2025 - Current
  • Worked under guidance of experienced professionals to learn trade best practices and techniques.
  • Enhanced practical skills by assisting experienced professionals in various tasks.
  • Learned proper and safe use and maintenance of power tools, hand tools and safety equipment.
  • Exhibited strong work ethic by consistently arriving on time, completing tasks diligently.
  • Prepared worksite by setting up required tools and supplies.
  • Completed assigned tasks efficiently and accurately, contributing to overall project success.

Volunteer Firefighter

Village of Malverne
02.2024 - Current
  • Responded rapidly to emergency calls, ensuring public safety during fire incidents.
  • Conducted regular equipment checks, maintaining readiness and operational efficiency of firefighting tools.
  • Collaborated with team members during training drills, enhancing collective response strategies and techniques.
  • Mentored new recruits on fire safety protocols and emergency procedures, fostering a knowledgeable team environment.

Bar Tender

Sunshine Barcade
09.2023 - Current
  • Developed customer service skills by engaging with patrons effectively.
  • Assisted with staff training, sharing expertise in bartending techniques and customer service best practices.
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
  • Transport and maintenance of arcade and pinball machines
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.

Prduction Manager

Pingraffix
08.2020 - Current
  • Manage daily operations of the print shop, ensuring timely and accurate production.
  • Perform job estimates and pricing to ensure profitability and competitiveness.
  • Maintain inventory of paper, ink, and other supplies; order materials as needed.
  • Ensure all equipment is maintained and operational; coordinate repairs when necessary.
  • Develop and enforce quality control standards for all print jobs.
  • Communicate with clients to understand specifications and provide updates.
  • Implement cost-saving initiatives and streamline workflow processes.
  • Managed end-to-end trade show logistics, including transportation, booth setup, and sales. Skilled at efficiently handling materials and displays, constructing booths on-site, and engaging customers to drive sales and promote brand visibility.

Co-Owner/Operator

UNeedIt Handy Man Services
05.2022 - 08.2024
  • Managed daily operations to ensure efficient workflow and service delivery.
  • Directed hiring processes, ensuring a well-qualified workforce that contributed to the success of the organization.
  • Addressed customer complaints promptly, resulting in improved client satisfaction rates and increased loyalty.
  • Performed accurate job estimates by assessing labor, materials, and time requirements

Education

Certificate of Technical Studies - Refrigeration And Air Conditioning

Nassau County Boces - Barry Technical School
Farmingdale, NY
09-2024

High School Diploma -

Valley Stream North High School
Franklin Square, NY
06-2023

Firefighter 1 - Firefighting

Nassau County Fire Service Academy
Bethpage, NY
07-2024

Skills

  • Problem-solving
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Time management
  • Safety awareness

Timeline

HVAC Apprentice

Greentree Mechanical
04.2025 - Current

Volunteer Firefighter

Village of Malverne
02.2024 - Current

Bar Tender

Sunshine Barcade
09.2023 - Current

Co-Owner/Operator

UNeedIt Handy Man Services
05.2022 - 08.2024

Prduction Manager

Pingraffix
08.2020 - Current

Certificate of Technical Studies - Refrigeration And Air Conditioning

Nassau County Boces - Barry Technical School

High School Diploma -

Valley Stream North High School

Firefighter 1 - Firefighting

Nassau County Fire Service Academy