Lorenzo Orozco
Riverside,CA
Summary
Construction professional with practical approach to job site tasks and commitment to high standards. Brings valuable experience in assisting with various construction activities, ensuring efficiency, and maintaining safety protocols. Collaborative and adaptable team member, reliable in meeting project requirements and adjusting to dynamic work conditions. Skilled in operating tools, following instructions, and supporting team goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
General Construction Laborer
R.E Schultz Construction
05.2021 - Current
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Gathered waste and trash from job sites for placement in refuse containers to keep job sites clean and organized.
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Managed safe and efficient use of tools and equipment on construction sites.
- Prepared and cleaned surfaces for rebuilding purposes by removing damaged tiles, bricks, and mortar.
- Contributed to successful project outcomes by accurately reading blueprints and understanding structural layouts before commencing work.
- Loaded and removed debris from sites to keep areas clean and avoid safety concerns.
- Build Playgrounds for schools, churches, parks, and private HOA's
- Demolition
- Irrigation specialist
Labor Worker
Laborers Local Union 652
03.2019 - 04.2021
- Worked with more knowledgeable professionals to grow understanding of principles and construction standards.
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Demonstrated versatility in performing various construction tasks, effectively adapting to changing project requirements and timelines.
- Contributed to a safer work environment by identifying potential hazards and promptly addressing them before they escalated into more significant issues.
- Played a key role in the completion of numerous successful construction projects by effectively working with team members, supervisors, and clients alike.
- Contributed to successful project outcomes by skillfully operating various tools and heavy machinery.
- Assisted in ensuring accurate measurements and proper material usage for optimal resource management on projects.
- Brought materials and tools from trucks and storage facilities to work site locations and organized for expected needs.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Loaded and unloaded materials and equipment onto and off construction sites.
- Assisted in digging, trenching and backfilling trenches and foundations.
- Enhanced community satisfaction by promptly addressing and resolving sewer-related complaints.
- Optimized sewage treatment processes for maximum environmental protection and compliance.
- Performed underground electrical repairs and maintenance.
- Observed manufacturer's safety procedures and corporate standards for pouring and finishing.
- Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
- Shoveled materials such as dirt, gravel, and asphalt.
- Assisted crew members with positioning trucks and moved discharge chute to guide concrete into forms.
- Enhanced road conditions through efficient pothole repair, guardrail installation, and pavement maintenance.
- Facilitated communication between stakeholders during highway construction projects, promoting collaboration and smooth project completion.
Irrigation Technician
Brightview Landscaping
02.2018 - 02.2019
- Installed irrigation systems for all types of customers, both residential, and commercial.
- Maintained accurate records of all irrigation maintenance tasks, facilitating effective communication with clients and team members.
- Troubleshot complex issues within existing irrigation systems to identify root causes and implement lasting solutions.
- Maintained irrigation systems, recirculators and water features in excellent condition through continuous upkeep.
- Installed high-quality drip and sprinkler systems, resulting in increased plant health and reduced water consumption.
- Ensured proper functioning of all irrigation equipment, resulting in consistent water distribution across landscapes.
- Performed seasonal adjustments to the watering schedule, ensuring adequate hydration throughout changing weather conditions.
- Adjusted sprinkler head direction and angle based on identified wet and dry areas.
- Inspected sprinkler heads across grounds and identified maintenance needs.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Landscape Worker
Evolution Landscape & Plumbing
01.2017 - 02.2018
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Elevated overall landscape appearance using a variety of hand and power tools for trimming, shaping, and pruning trees, shrubs, and hedges.
- Mowed lawns using self-propelled and riding mowers.
- Landscaped yards by planting flowers, grass, trees, and bushes.
- Developed and maintained efficient irrigation system for outdoor areas.
- Installed underground sprinkler systems to provide grass and gardens with adequate water supply.
- Handled hedge, bush, and shrub trimming.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Installed sod, seeded lawns, or hydroseeded areas for new turf establishment or lawn repair purposes.
- Maintained clean worksites throughout projects by removing debris, trimming overgrown plants, and keeping tools organized.
- Maximized water conservation, checking sprinkler spray angles and testing digital controller performance.
- Applied mulch and other soil amendments to improve plant growth conditions while also controlling weeds and retaining moisture levels.
- Supported team members in completing tasks efficiently by sharing expertise on plant care, landscape design principles, and best practices for maintaining healthy landscapes.
- Ensured safety on job sites by following proper procedures for operating power tools and heavy equipment.
- Prepared planting beds for new installations with proper soil preparation techniques including tilling, amending soil composition if needed, grading surfaces level before planting began.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Removed and disposed of plant debris from work sites to keep areas safe and well-organized.
- Removed tree stumps, roots and debris for cohesive landscape appearance.
- Assisted with irrigation system maintenance and repair.
Education
High School Diploma -
Pathways Academy
Menifee, CA09.2024
Skills
- Power Tools Proficiency
- Concrete finishing
- Demolitions
- OSHA safety guidelines
- Emergency protocols
- Forklift safety
- Job Site Setup
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Team Player
- Power Tool Operation
- Leveling
- Landscaping experience
- Insulation application
- Asphalt Paving
- Construction
- Team Collaboration
- Truck loading
- Equipment Operation
- Materials Loading
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Pipe installation
- Communication abilities
- Drip Irrigation
- Valve repair
- Irrigation System Design
- Fertilizer Application
- Sprinkler systems
- Leak detection
- Problem-Solving
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent Communication
- Clear Communication
- Active Listening
- Decision-Making
- Heavy Lifting
- Relationship Building
Timeline
General Construction Laborer
R.E Schultz Construction
05.2021 - Current
Labor Worker
Laborers Local Union 652
03.2019 - 04.2021
Irrigation Technician
Brightview Landscaping
02.2018 - 02.2019
Landscape Worker
Evolution Landscape & Plumbing
01.2017 - 02.2018
High School Diploma -
Pathways Academy
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