Mateo Rivera
Richmond
Summary
Motivated engineering student seeking a work-study position to apply theoretical knowledge in a practical setting while developing professional skills. Eager to contribute to meaningful projects, gain hands-on experience in problem-solving and technical analysis, and build industry connections that will enhance my academic learning and prepare me for a successful engineering career.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Lifeguard
A-Beautiful Pools
Richmond
05.2022 - Current
- Enforced pool rules among swimmers and patrons in order to maintain safe swimming conditions.
- Developed strong working relationships with other employees and general public.
- Conducted pool opening and closing duties.
- Communicated effectively with fellow employees and patrons.
- Remained calm and poised during periods of stress or when dealing with difficult people.
- Monitored pool to identify individuals in distress or other emergency situations.
- Ensured the safety of swimmers by monitoring activity in the pool area.
- Administered CPR, first aid, AED when necessary.
- Paid close attention to weak swimmers and high-risk patrons.
- Developed strong interpersonal and problem solving skills through customer service experience.
- Recognized swimmers in need of assistance, immediately acting to provide aid.
- Cleaned and maintained pool deck and locker rooms when not guarding.
- Attended regularly scheduled staff meetings and trainings.
- Performed safety equipment checks and reported malfunctions and damage to supervisor.
- Performed daily maintenance checks on equipment and supplies to ensure proper functioning in case of an emergency situation.
- CPR and AED training
- Time management
- Multitasking capabilities
- Stress management
- Team coordination
- Effective communication
Leader in Training
Great Adventure Camp
Cat Spring
06.2022 - 06.2025
- I had to learn how to assist with preparing meals for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and a night snack.
- Maintained camp integrity by cleaning and ensuring the camp remained clean.
- Facilitated team meetings to discuss workflow improvements and challenges.
- Communicated openly and consistently with team members to share goals and update on planned events.
- Facilitated problem-solving sessions with team members to resolve conflicts.
Dog Caretaker
MRHappy Faces Pet Ranch
Richmond
11.2023 - 04.2024
- Developed positive relationships with pet owners through attentive listening and communication.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving pets in care.
- Managed multiple tasks while ensuring the safety of all animals in care.
- Exercised strong problem solving skills when dealing with behavioral issues in pets.
- Utilized effective time management techniques to ensure efficient workflow.
- Maintained clean, safe environment for animals in care.
- Played, interacted and cuddled with pets to reassure and relieve anxiety.
- Exercised and engaged pets in activities with appropriate toys.
- Communicated with pet owners to provide overview of pet behavior.
- Unloaded and store feed and supplies.
- Adjusted controls to regulate specified temperature and humidity of animal quarters, nurseries and exhibited areas.
Cook's Assistant
Ballard House
Richmond
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Consistently ensured that work areas were clean at all times before leaving for the day.
- Cleaned and organized the kitchen to maintain a safe and sanitary environment.
- Provided assistance to cooks whenever needed in order to maintain efficient workflow throughout the kitchen area.
- Supported the kitchen staff by stocking shelves, organizing supplies, and maintaining inventory records.
- Adhered to strict sanitation standards when handling food products during preparation.
- Prepared and served meals to customers in a timely manner.
- Assisted head chef in preparing meals, including chopping vegetables and other ingredients.
- Portioned and wrapped food or directly placed food on plates for service to patrons.
- Learned to properly use kitchen equipment such as a stove and oven.
- Collaborated with other cooks to ensure a smooth and efficient flow in the kitchen.
- Sliced, cut, or ground meat, poultry and seafood to prepare for cooking.
- Weighed or measured ingredients.
- Prepared variety of foods, such as meats, vegetables, and desserts according to customers' orders, supervisors' instructions and approved procedures.
Stocker
Houston Food Bank
Houston
01.2022 - 04.2024
- Stocked shelves during store hours, maintaining clean and presentable work areas to reduce hazards.
- Maintained a clean and orderly work environment.
- Assisted in unloading trucks, checking in merchandise, and transporting products to appropriate locations within the store.
- Performed basic maintenance tasks such as cleaning shelves, sweeping floors, dusting fixtures.
- Sorted pallets and containers and transported items to sales floor for stocking.
- Complied with all company policies and procedures.
- Collaborated closely with team members to complete assigned tasks efficiently in a timely manner.
- Maintained a clean work environment by adhering to all sanitation policies and regulations.
- Followed all safety protocols when operating power tools or machinery such as forklifts and pallet jacks.
- Unloaded incoming deliveries and verified product received against BOLs and packing lists.
- Stocked shelves, racks, and cases with new or transferred merchandise.
- Disposed of damaged or defective items.
- Received and counted stock items and record data manually and on computer.
- Recommended disposal of excess, defective, and obsolete stock.
Education
High School Diploma -
William B. Travis
Richmond, Tx05-2025
Skills
- CPR and AED training
- Time management
- Multitasking capabilities
- Stress management
- Team coordination
- Effective communication
Affiliations
- Workout consistently
- Play guitar
Accomplishments
- Certificate of Achievement: Academic Excellence (Fall 2023)
Timeline
Dog Caretaker
MRHappy Faces Pet Ranch
11.2023 - 04.2024
Cook's Assistant
Ballard House
08.2023 - 04.2024
Leader in Training
Great Adventure Camp
06.2022 - 06.2025
Lifeguard
A-Beautiful Pools
05.2022 - Current
Stocker
Houston Food Bank
01.2022 - 04.2024
High School Diploma -
William B. Travis
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