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Manuel Menchaca

Brownsville,TX

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience at Groom Construction, excelling in carpentry and team leadership. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and safety compliance, while effectively training new hires. Skilled in blueprint interpretation and proficient in MIG welding, contributing to successful project completions and customer satisfaction.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Cratsman/Carpenter Foreman

Burrow Global Services
Brownsville, TX
12.2024 - 01.2026
  • As a carpenter I demo current store walls, cabinets, fixtures, concrete floor for saw cuts and discard them and prepare store for new walls flooring, fixtures and equipment.
  • Which included reading redlines and planning details to spec.
  • We would paint interior of the whole store, prep all new materials for new install, repair anything that was going to stay.
  • Including framing with tape and float with finish.
  • I would connect all electrical circuits, replacing all base coats, replacing sinks, toilets, cabinets, toilet paper dispensers and hand driers in restrooms.
  • Also replacing ceiling tiles as well as floor tiles, replacing doors, brush sweeps, crash bars, wall paper, installing FRP, tape and float, wall replacement and repair.
  • Installation of new carpet with transition strips requiring drilling into concrete.
  • I am experienced with many tools and how to safely and effectively use them.
  • Including hand drill, impact drill, multi tool, hammer drill, table saw, circular saw, grinder, reciprocating saw, band saw, nail gun, rivet gun, plasma cutter, torch cutting and many hand tools.
  • I am open to learning new skills required to complete any job.
  • I train new hires in any area they request help in.

Carpenter

Groom Construction
Salem, Massachusetts
05.2022 - 11.2024
  • Installed doors, windows, and cabinets to meet client specifications.
  • Operated power tools safely to complete various carpentry tasks efficiently.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure project timelines were met consistently.
  • Followed safety protocols to maintain a secure work environment on job sites.
  • Resolved issues during construction by adapting plans and materials as needed.
  • Performed various carpentry duties, including both rough and finish carpentry.
  • Installed drywall sheets onto walls or ceilings using nails or screws.
  • Measured, cut and shaped wood materials to specifications using hand tools, such as saws and chisels.
  • Maintained a clean job site at all times by disposing of debris properly after each shift.
  • Installed interior trim work such as baseboards and moldings around windows and doors.
  • Repaired or replaced damaged or defective parts using power tools and equipment.
  • Fitted door locksets, deadbolts and other hardware on doors according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Read blueprints, schematics and drawings to determine layout requirements.
  • Cut countertops from laminated material following template measurements.
  • Worked independently on projects and tasks within carpentry team.
  • Communicated with teammates and supervisors frequently to understand requirements and complete projects on time.

Level C Integration Technician

Space X
01.2021 - 04.2022
  • As a level C integration technician I would follow company protocol on every opp I was assigned to.
  • I would install, inspect and review all my work upon completion.
  • I installed many flight components and reported any unacceptable flight hardware or components to immediate lead or supervisor.
  • I was trained in safety cable and safety wire courses, including stud welding and proper torque calibration and use.
  • I was trained in all rigging and proper safety harness use.
  • I was cross trained in mig and tig welding.
  • I obtained my welding certificate for mig welding.
  • I was certified in use of heavy equipment including, forklift, boom lift, scissor lift, articulating boom lift, Magni vehicle lift, Bobcat and overhead crane lift.
  • We would install all raptor engines onto booster vehicle and install all required fuel and ox lines to engines.

Manager

Menchaca Auto Sales
11.2014 - 12.2020
  • As a manager at Menchaca Auto Sales I was in charge of daily operations.
  • Daily operations included our main focus which was exceptional customer service to secure potential sales for the business.
  • Increased monthly sales to boost over 200 car sales per year.
  • Attending to customer demands and satisfying our customer base to keep them happy.
  • Buying and selling vehicles at auctions around Texas.
  • Addressing any complaints and turning it into a positive outcome.
  • Taking payments and attending customer accounts to improve sales and productivity.

Education

Instrumentation Tech - General courses

Instrument Tech School
McAllen, TX
04-2026

Associate degree - General courses

STC
McAllen, TX
01.2019

Associate degree - Basics, Health Science

TSTC
Harlingen, TX
01.2011

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • safety compliance
  • Osha compliance
  • dedicated work ethic
  • Team building
  • Blueprint interpretation
  • Crew supervision
  • Carpentry
  • Demolition
  • Painting
  • Electrical Circuit Connection
  • Fixture Installation
  • Wall Replacement
  • Flooring Installation
  • Tool Operation
  • Training
  • Safety Protocols
  • Welding (MIG, TIG)
  • Heavy Equipment Operation (Forklift, Boom Lift, Scissor Lift, Articulating Boom Lift, Magni Vehicle Lift, Bobcat, Overhead Crane)

Awards And Acknowledgements

  • Recognition for outstanding performance for 5 straight years for training new hires.
  • Appreciation for support and working extra shifts when short-staffed.
  • Top sale for months in a row.

Skills

  • Carpenter, Groom Construction, 01/15/23, Present, Demo current store walls, cabinets, fixtures, concrete floor for saw cuts and discard them., Prepare store for new walls, flooring, fixtures, and equipment., Paint interior of the whole store., Prep all new materials for new install., Repair anything that was going to stay., Connect all electrical circuits., Replace base coats, sinks, toilets, cabinets, toilet paper dispensers, and hand dryers in restrooms., Replace ceiling tiles, floor tiles, doors, brush sweeps, crash bars, wall paper., Install FRP, tape and float, wall replacement and repair., Install new carpet with transition strips requiring drilling into concrete., Train new hires in any area they request help in.
  • Fixture Installer/Merchandiser, ASA Carlton Inc, 04/15/22, 01/10/23, Demo current store fixtures and discard them., Prepare store for new fixtures and equipment., Paint interior of the whole store., Install new cash registers and connect all electrical circuits., Install new wall banner and hang signs., Replace base coats, sinks, toilets, toilet paper dispensers, and hand dryers in restrooms., Replace ceiling tiles, floor tiles, doors, brush sweeps, crash bars., Install FRP, tape and float, wall replacement and repair., Install new carpet with transition strips requiring drilling into concrete.
  • Integration Technician, Space X, 01/05/21, 04/05/22, Follow company protocol on every operation assigned., Install, inspect, and review all work upon completion., Install many flight components and report any unacceptable flight hardware or components., Trained in safety cable and safety wire courses, including stud welding and proper torque calibration., Trained in all rigging and proper safety harness use., Cross-trained in MIG and TIG welding., Certified in use of heavy equipment including forklift, boom lift, scissor lift, articulating boom lift, Magni vehicle lift, Bobcat, and overhead crane lift.
  • Manager, Menchaca Auto Sales, 11/10/14, 12/20/20, In charge of daily operations., Focus on exceptional customer service to secure potential sales., Increased monthly sales to boost over 200 car sales per year., Address customer demands and complaints., Buy and sell vehicles at auctions around Texas.

Timeline

Lead Cratsman/Carpenter Foreman

Burrow Global Services
12.2024 - 01.2026

Carpenter

Groom Construction
05.2022 - 11.2024

Level C Integration Technician

Space X
01.2021 - 04.2022

Manager

Menchaca Auto Sales
11.2014 - 12.2020

Instrumentation Tech - General courses

Instrument Tech School

Associate degree - General courses

STC

Associate degree - Basics, Health Science

TSTC
Manuel Menchaca