Luis Melo
San Jose,CA
Summary
Seeking a part-time or full-time position to support ongoing training and education, and contribute towards children's tuition expenses. Eager to apply diverse skill set and strong work ethic to a dynamic work environment. Committed to delivering high-quality results and exceeding expectations in any role undertaken. Ready to take on new challenges and grow professionally while making a positive impact within a team-oriented setting.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Tree Trimmer
Stanford University
Stanford
01.2003 - Current
- Trim and prune trees using an aerial lift and through skilled climbing to provide clearance of streets, sidewalks, signs and lights as well as to ensure the continued health of the tree.
- Identify equipment needs for each assigned project; clean and maintain climbing and trimming equipment.
- Operate tree maintenance equipment such as aerial boom trucks, chippers, stump grinders, dump trucks, and power tools such as chain saws. Class B Driver
- Remove fallen trees, stumps, fallen limbs and related debris resulting from storm damage and general conditions.
- Spray trees as needed.
- Plant, stake and maintain trees
- Utilize proper safety precautions related to all work performed.
- Perform general grounds maintenance work when not to tree trimming duties.
- Build and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, other employees and the customer using principles of good customer service.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
Kaiser hospital
Securitas
01.2019 - 01.2020
- Watch & Reports on 5150 & 5250 before transfers
- Patrolled hospital property for any safety issues or maintenance problems
- Watching security cameras and making hourly reports
- Lobby attendant that would sign in guest and receive deliveries.
- Securing helicopters landings
- Morgue transportation
- Newborn tracking bracelet monitoring
- Report any criminal activity
Security officer
Orion security
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Patrolled clients property for any safety issues or maintenance problems
- Watching security cameras and making hourly reports
- Lobby attendant that would sign in guest and receive deliveries.
- Report any criminal activity
City of Santa Clara
01.2002 - 01.2003
- I held a position in the road maintenance department.
- Fixing uneven sidewalks to prevent tripping hazards.
- Pouring concrete, replacing sidewalks and curbs.
- Storm cleanup and flood prepping.
Onsite contracting company
01.1998 - 01.2003
- I was a temporary contract employee working in a wide field of careers.
- I later became a recruiter for the company 2001-2002.
- Researching the best qualified candidates for a job.
Mass Sheet metal
01.2000 - 01.2001
- Administrative assistant to HR and the CFO.
- Working in accounts payable organizing total monthly bills, data entry.
- Worked with word, excel and some outlook.
- Handling of employees personal information and helping with their benefits.
Wesco
01.1999 - 01.2000
- Warehouse/bobtail truck driver.
- Electrical supply’s, order pulling.
- Truck loader, forklift operator.
Frazee paint
01.1998 - 01.1999
- Truck delivery drive.
- Pint mixing and eye color matching.
- Cashier and customer service.
Education
GED - undefined
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CCOC automotive engineering
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Yerba Buena high
01.1998
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Independence
01.1996
Skills
- General knowledge of the uses and purposes of tree care tools and equipment
- Profound knowledge of principles and practices of work safety standards stated in ANSI Z133
- Solid ability to intermittently analyze problem equipment; identify and locate equipment; interpret work orders; remember equipment location; and explain jobs to others
- Immense ability to climb trees at heights necessary to perform trimming activities
- Solid ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
- Maintenance of inspection and basic maintenance to all equipment in my shop
- Ability to work without supervision or take on a leading role
- Understanding of first aid and areal rescue to insure the safety of my coworkers
- Practice the best pruning management as stated in ANSI 300
Certification
- Arbormaster training
- WCISA aerial rescue, updated every year
- First aid and CPR, every 2yr
- Aerial/scissor lift operator certificate (exp: 2019-02-11)
- Class B drivers license with a tanker endorsement (exp: 2020-02-04)
- Turner Safety qualified rigger (exp: 2018-06-20)
- Certified forklift operator (expired)
- Western chapter ISA member (exp: 2027-03-03)
- ISA Certified Arborist (exp: 2019-06-30)
- PAPA Test prep. For QAL/QAC (Certification Pending)
- Gard card G6273392. (exp: 2020-07-31)
Accomplishments
- Became a Certified crane operator and rigger handling material in clean room environment and handling high value equipment valued over a million dollars.
- AchieResult through effectively helping with Task advancing our safety culture.
- Documented and resolved Issue which led to Results in better preventative maintenance and documentation.
Languages
Spanish
Professional Working
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Kaiser hospital
Securitas
01.2019 - 01.2020
Security officer
Orion security
01.2016 - 01.2017
Tree Trimmer
Stanford University
01.2003 - Current
City of Santa Clara
01.2002 - 01.2003
Mass Sheet metal
01.2000 - 01.2001
Wesco
01.1999 - 01.2000
Onsite contracting company
01.1998 - 01.2003
Frazee paint
01.1998 - 01.1999
GED - undefined
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CCOC automotive engineering
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Yerba Buena high
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Independence