Julio Ochoa
Fairfield,CA
Summary
Versatile and self-motivated professional with a proven track record enhancing gardening efficiency and team skill levels through leadership and advanced gardening techniques. Expert in heavy equipment operation and irrigation repair and control programing, demonstrating exceptional problem-solving abilities and adaptability.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Gardener
University of San Francisco
San Francisco, CA
03.2020 - Current
- Complete maintenance tasks from Gleeson Library to Stanyon St.
- Manage upkeep of campus parking areas and walkways.
- Perform year-round maintenance on soccer field.
- Use grooming equipment to groom artificial turf at soccer and baseball fields.
- Execute precise trimming techniques to enhance growth.
- Usage of plant and turf fertilizers.
- Operation of commercial lawn-mowing equipment and doing scheduled maintenance by removing and sharpening blades, and greasing fittings.
- Handle and maintain various equipment, such as trimmers, chain saws, pull saws, edgers, and weed eaters.
- Operation and maintenance of heavy equipment, including tractor, excavator, and skid steer.
- Perform complex irrigation repairs.
- Enhance garden aesthetics by implementing creative landscape designs and plant arrangements.
- Lead fellow team members on small-scale landscaping projects.
- Contribute to a safe working environment by adhering to company safety protocols, and maintaining a well-organized workspace.
Maintenance Mechanic
Frank-Lin Distillers
Fairfield, CA
09.2018 - 03.2020
- Performed electrical and mechanical repairs of production equipment to minimize downtime.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Maintained accurate records for all repairs, upgrades, and preventative measures taken on various equipment types.
- Communicated effectively across departments regarding upcoming maintenance plans or urgent repairs needed, fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components.
- Cleaned and lubricated parts to keep equipment operating at peak performance.
- Ensured safety compliance with regular inspections and adherence to OSHA regulations during maintenance tasks.
- Assisted in the design and installation of new equipment, ensuring seamless integration into existing systems.
- Reviewed blueprints and specifications to identify most effective ways to approach projects.
- Enhanced team coordination, organizing regular meetings to discuss maintenance schedules and priorities.
- Trained new mechanics in latest maintenance techniques, raising overall skill level of department.
- Repaired and replaced pumps, valves and motors.
Gardner
Up Town Lawn and Garden
Calistoga, CA
01.2015 - 03.2020
- Preformed landscape maintenance year round.
- Planted and cultivated by preparing soil and watering and fertilizing plants for thriving and healthy results.
- Used shears, pruners, and chainsaws to prune and trim hedges and shrubs.
- Maintained healthy gardens by timely pruning, fertilizing and mulching.
- Preformed irrigation system maintenance and repair.
Machine Operator
Treasury Wine Estates
Napa, CA
01.2016 - 08.2018
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
- Trained new employees on proper machine operation, ensuring adherence to company standards.
- Operated various types of machinery, contributing to the successful completion of diverse projects.
- Ensured accurate documentation of production data for analysis and continuous improvement efforts.
Education
General Education -
Napa Valley College
Napa, CA01.2016
High School Diploma -
Napa Valley Adult School
Napa, CA06.2015
Skills
- Self motivated
- Detail orriented
- Problem solving
- Communication
- Adaptability
- Leadership
- Physical stamina
- Irrigation control programing and irrigation repairs
- Heavy equipment operation
- Landscape design
- Hardscaping (patios, walkways, retaining walls)
Timeline
Gardener
University of San Francisco
03.2020 - Current
Maintenance Mechanic
Frank-Lin Distillers
09.2018 - 03.2020
Machine Operator
Treasury Wine Estates
01.2016 - 08.2018
Gardner
Up Town Lawn and Garden
01.2015 - 03.2020
General Education -
Napa Valley College
High School Diploma -
Napa Valley Adult School