Luis Cantu
Moses Lake,WA
Summary
Experienced with underwater inspections, maintenance, and repair tasks. Utilizes advanced diving techniques and safety protocols to ensure successful project completion. Strong understanding of underwater navigation, equipment handling, and effective teamwork in high-pressure environments. Professional diver with extensive underwater experience and strong focus on safety and precision. Adept at conducting inspections, repairs, and salvaging operations, ensuring tasks are completed efficiently and effectively. Reliable team player with flexible approach to changing needs and challenges. Known for strong problem-solving skills and calm demeanor under pressure, enhancing team performance and achieving optimal results. Confident Firefighter works effectively as part of cohesive team. Highly trained individual with great mechanical aptitude and background in medical response and fire suppression. Handles issues quickly and resolves conflicts successfully.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Equipment Operator
North central construction llc
Moses lake WA
04 2025 - 11 2025
- Demonstrated versatility in skillset by operating multiple types of heavy machinery to accommodate project needs.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Remove debris and leveled ground to prepare job sites for construction projects.
- Adapted quickly to changing project requirements or unexpected obstacles encountered during the course of work assignments.
- Enhanced worksite safety by conducting thorough equipment inspections and routine maintenance.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety by consistently wearing appropriate personal protective equipment and following all established protocols.
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Hengli metal
Moses lake
01 2025 - 05 2025
- Ensured timely deliveries by efficiently loading and unloading trucks with the use of forklifts.
- Assisted in inventory management through accurate record-keeping of forklift operations and stock movement.
- Verified functionality of forklifts through performance of preventive maintenance and effective troubleshooting of malfunctions.
- Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using [Skill] and [Technique].
- Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
- Reduced product damage by performing routine forklift maintenance and safety checks.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing on-the-job training to new forklift operators, ensuring proper handling techniques were followed at all times.
- Improved overall warehouse cleanliness, routinely clearing debris from aisles with the use of attachments on the forklift.
- Optimized warehouse space utilization by effectively stacking pallets using a forklift, maximizing storage capacity without sacrificing accessibility or safety.
- Monitored area for pedestrian and vehicular traffic while operating various types of equipment.
Journeyman Carpenter
Journeyman Carpenter Local 59
Moses Lake, WA, USA
05 2012 - Current
- Concrete work
- Form work assemble and stripping forms
- Operating power tools and air tools
- Equipment Operating aerial lifts, scissor lifts extended booms other heavy equipment
Tower Tech
Startouch Inc
Moses Lake, WA, USA
08.2021 - 09.2022
- Installing radios
- Electrical work
- Welding
- Lifts operating
Diver/Tender
Liquid engineering llc
Billings Mt
09 2019 - 08 2021
- Inspections
- Cleaning
- Debris removal
- Welding
- Pneumatic power tools
- Hydraulic tools
Seasonal Engine Boss
Rainier Wildfire
Moses Lake, WA, USA
04.2008 - 09.2021
- Gridding forest in search of 'hot spots', burning trees and stumps, hazards.
- Sawyer work consisting of dropping hazardous trees and clearing roadways of heavy brush.
- Work with water engines, running hose.
Volunteer Firefighter
Grant county fire district 5
Moses lake WA
01 2007 - 05 2008
- Administered first aid and conducted emergent response management.
- Assisted in reducing property damage during fires with strategic placement of ladders, hoses, and other firefighting equipment.
- Strengthened firefighter skills through ongoing professional development opportunities such as attending workshops or conferences related to the field.
- Enhanced teamwork among the crew by participating in regular training sessions, drills, and exercises.
- Responded to emergency medical calls to perform lifesaving procedures and other emergency medical services.
Education
Moses Lake High School
Moses Lake, WA02.2006
High School Diploma -
Big Bend Community College
Moses lake WA06.2017
Divers Institute of Technology
09.2019
Skills
- Flexible and comfortable in fast environment
- Adept at juggling and prioritizing multiple projects
- Interpersonal skills
- Highly motivated
- Eager to learn
- Rational problem solver
- Ability to take initiative
- Works well with or without supervision
- Industrial Maintenance
- Dive planning
- Equipment breakdown
- Troubleshooting skills
- Safety practices
- Excellent Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- First Aid/CPR
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Attention to Detail
- Data Entry
- Maintenance and Repair
- Self-Motivated
Contact
primary 509-431-5505, secondary 509-855-2192
Timeline
Tower Tech
Startouch Inc
08.2021 - 09.2022
Seasonal Engine Boss
Rainier Wildfire
04.2008 - 09.2021
Heavy Equipment Operator
North central construction llc
04 2025 - 11 2025
Warehouse Forklift Operator
Hengli metal
01 2025 - 05 2025
Journeyman Carpenter
Journeyman Carpenter Local 59
05 2012 - Current
Diver/Tender
Liquid engineering llc
09 2019 - 08 2021
Volunteer Firefighter
Grant county fire district 5
01 2007 - 05 2008
Moses Lake High School
High School Diploma -
Big Bend Community College
Divers Institute of Technology