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JOSHUA GONZALEZ

Bakersfield,CA

Summary

Hardworking sanitation professional knowledgeable about safe and efficient collection of materials. Effectively completes daily routes with strong multitasking skills and dedication to performance excellence. Collaborative team player with stamina to handle long shifts managing heavy loads.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

JUNK REMOVAL TECH

Self-employeed
Bakersfield, CA
01.2020 - Current
  • Gathered garbage from residential buildings, businesses and other facilities to dispose of in garbage truck.
  • Loaded refuse onto trucks manually when necessary.
  • Dumped containers completely, left customer's location clean and free of debris, securely closed containers and prevented containers from inhibiting traffic flow.
  • Handled hazardous materials such as coolant using specialized tools and machines to protect people, equipment and environmental areas.
  • Collected and sorted recyclable construction materials into containers.
  • Operated waste collection truck to pick up and transport garbage, recyclable materials, and yard waste from residential areas.
  • Determined optimal routes based on GPS application information and knowledge of local routes.
  • Maintained records of routes completed and amount of material collected during each shift.
  • Conducted regular inspections of assigned equipment and reported any issues promptly.
  • Ensured that the vehicle was not overloaded in accordance with weight limits.
  • Observed traffic laws while maneuvering through congested streets.

SMOG TECHNITION HELPER

CITY SMOG
BAKERSFIELD, CA
02.2019 - 12.2019
  • Conducted daily cleaning and maintenance tasks to ensure a tidy store environment.
  • Disposed of hazardous materials properly in approved containers.
  • Maintained work area organization and cleanliness to uphold production levels and safety standards.
  • Greeted customers warmly upon entering the shop and provided assistance as necessary.
  • Tended and observed equipment and machinery to verify functional and safe operation.
  • Routinely inspected equipment for preventive and emergency maintenance needs.
  • Maintained cleanliness of the shop by sweeping, mopping, and dusting regularly.
  • Assisted in unloading large furniture pieces onto display areas safely.
  • Brought customer issues to immediate attention of supervisor to achieve quick resolutions.
  • Kept business entrances clean, tidy and professional in appearance.
  • Connected or disconnected wiring, piping and tubing using hand or power tools.
  • Scheduled maintenance and directed repairs on shop machinery and tools.
  • Lifted and moved tools, equipment, new items and parts into place.
  • Installed or replaced machinery, equipment and components.

AIRCRAFT PARTS ASSEMBLER

SKYLOCK INDUSTRIES INC
MONROVIA, CA
03.2012 - 06.2017
  • Installed fasteners into assemblies using appropriate power tools.
  • Drilled holes in metal parts using drill press or hand tools.
  • Fabricated machine parts using lathes, mills and various other powered equipment.
  • Completed accurate assembly work by positioning and aligning components.
  • Performed tests on completed products to assess durability and functionality.
  • Monitored stock levels of supplies needed for assembly operations.
  • Cleaned and lubricated parts, equipment, and machinery.
  • Operated and maintained equipment in a clean and safe condition.
  • Inspected finished parts and components to enforce QA standards and uncover defects prior to packaging.
  • Notified supervisors if any problems occurred during the assembly process.
  • Used hand tools and power tools to complete assembly tasks effectively and efficiently.
  • Operated precision tools and equipment to perform dimensions without error.
  • Assembled parts and subassemblies following blueprints and assembly instructions.
  • Monitored processes, reporting abnormalities to management team.
  • Set up and performed hand and automatic assembly operations on components, sub-assemblies and assemblies.
  • Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times while operating machinery.

Maintenance Shift Leader

PYRAMID LAKE CALIFORNIA
HUNGRY VALLEY, CA
01.2007 - 07.2011
  • Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
  • Identified root causes of equipment failures and recommended corrective actions.
  • Coordinated efficient maintenance schedules to keep systems running at peak levels.
  • Filled out work orders, repair logs and maintenance plans to document work completed.
  • Created work crew schedules and delegated assignments.
  • Maintained records of maintenance activities including parts used and repairs performed.
  • Trained and monitored employees to teach daily tasks and improve performance.
  • Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
  • Established and enforced clear safety policies to protect workers from injury.
  • Collaborated closely with engineering teams for installation or modification of existing machinery and equipment.
  • Monitored employee work levels and optimized performance with strategic approaches.
  • Determined schedules, sequences and assignments for work activities, based on priority, quantity of equipment and personnel skill.
  • Trained, coached and mentored shift personnel in troubleshooting, repair, and preventive maintenance techniques.
  • Participated actively in meetings with other department heads to discuss operational issues and improvement plans.
  • Kept records of parts and equipment used in projects to update inventory.
  • Assisted in the development of new processes or procedures related to maintenance operations.
  • Inspected completed work to assess quality and identify skill gaps.

Education

High School Diploma -

BAKERSFIELD ADULT SCHOOL
Bakersfield, CA
01-2010

Skills

  • Collected and disposed of solid waste and Junk from clients and disposed to proper waste collection areas
  • Efficient loading and unloading of heavy and bulky items to insure proper weight distribution for safety of the public and highway laws
  • Hazardous materials handling collected and disposed of hazardous materials to the proper waste sites for health and safety laws
  • Vehicle maintenance inspected vehicle for any faults in the equipment to ensure safety for highway laws
  • Recycling made sure all recycling was sorted and sent to proper facility for recycling
  • Route navigation read and navigated GPS to ensure the safest route
  • Punctuality kept track of time and dates for client pick ups so customers were 100% satisfied
  • Load securing inspected and secured every load for highway safety
  • Safe driving followed and complied with all highway laws for public safety
  • GPS technology

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

JUNK REMOVAL TECH

Self-employeed
01.2020 - Current

SMOG TECHNITION HELPER

CITY SMOG
02.2019 - 12.2019

AIRCRAFT PARTS ASSEMBLER

SKYLOCK INDUSTRIES INC
03.2012 - 06.2017

Maintenance Shift Leader

PYRAMID LAKE CALIFORNIA
01.2007 - 07.2011

High School Diploma -

BAKERSFIELD ADULT SCHOOL
JOSHUA GONZALEZ