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Michael Tamayo

El Cajon,United States

Summary

Versatile Construction Laborer with extensive experience across various trades, including painting, landscaping, masonry, HVAC, and carpentry. Proven ability to adapt to different roles within the construction field. Seeking a General Labor position to leverage hands-on skills and strong work ethic in contributing to team success.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Auto Detailer

Caliber Collision center
San Diego, California
03.2026 - 11.2026

Detailed interiors by shampooing carpets, wiping surfaces, and conditioning upholstery.

  • Cleaned and polished vehicles using wax, polishes, detergents, brushes, cloths, and buffing machines.
  • Interior cleaning and restoration, wash, buff, and wax exteriors. Headlight restoration, plastic trim restoration.
  • Applied protective finishes to paint, glass, wheels, and trim.
  • Applied paint sealants to protect finish of cars from environmental damage.
  • Scrubbed wheels and tires with special cleaning solutions for a glossy shine.
  • Applied conditioners to vinyl or leather seats to restore luster and suppleness.
  • Inspected vehicles for dirt, stains, and missed areas before delivery.
  • Inspected vehicles for scratches or dents prior to detailing.
  • Treated engines with degreasing agents to make them look clean and new.
  • Removed tar spots from car bodies using specialized cleaning agents.
  • Removed minor flaws in refinish using sanding and buffing.
  • Maintained detailing supplies, equipment, and work area at Caliber Collision center.
  • Trained new employees on proper techniques for detailing vehicles correctly.
  • Followed safety steps, quality standards, and shop procedures during daily tasks.
  • Documented services performed on each customer's vehicle.

Kitchen worker

California rehabilitation center
Norco, CA
03.2024 - 11.2025
  • Prepared meals for rehabilitation center residents following diet instructions and sanitation standards.
  • Assisted in kitchen operations at California rehabilitation center by preparing meals and maintaining cleanliness. Duties included bussing tables, washing high volumes of dishes, pots and pans, etc. chopping vegetables, making salads, cooking in kettles, grills, and ovens. Received, shipped, and stocked large quantities of food to ensure inventory was well-managed and readily available for meal preparation.
  • Utilized kitchen equipment safely in food service areas of rehabilitation center.
  • Sanitized workstations, utensils, and storage areas to maintain facility hygiene.

Carpenter apprentice

Rocky Coast Builders
Escondido, CA
01.2013 - 09.2014
  • Executed custom decorative woodwork and framing projects, enhancing aesthetic appeal in various San Diego schools.
  • Framed walls, floors, and roofs for Rocky Coast Builders, ensuring structural integrity and compliance with building codes.
  • Installed doors, windows, trim, and hardware to plan specifications.
  • Installed doors, windows, trim, and hardware according to precise specifications, contributing to overall project quality.

Carpenter apprentice

Granite Construction Co.
Vista, CA
03.2012 - 11.2012
  • Set, formed, poured, and finished drainage intake boxes for new HOV lane on 805 freeway.
  • Formed, poured, and stripped new stem divider walls on 805 freeway. Performed diverse general labor duties to support project completion.

HVAC installer

S&L specialty contracting inc.
San Diego, CA
06.2006 - 02.2008
  • Installed heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems for specialty contracting projects.
  • Connected refrigerant lines, electrical wiring, and control components.
  • Measured and cut ductwork, piping, and fittings for custom installations.
  • Drove company trucks to job sites, stocked trucks with necessary materials, and loaded/unloaded equipment using forklift. Prepared customer homes by masking, covering, and moving furniture prior to work. Cutting in vents in floors and ceilings. Made and installed ductwork, hung units in attic, connected plenums and ductwork to units, and ran line sets, condensate drains, flu pipes, and osa ducts, while installing grills, line covers, and performing copper brazing.

Delivery driver

Pacific Event productions inc.
Miramar, CA
09.2002 - 08.2003
  • Delivered event equipment and supplies for Pacific Event Productions project sites.
  • Transported event equipment and supplies to various project sites for Pacific Event Productions.
  • Loaded and secured trucks with staging gear, décor, and production materials.
  • Planned delivery routes to meet event setup and strike schedules.

Education

21 Credits Away From AA - General Education

Grossmont College
El Cajon, CA
10.2026 - 11.2026

Building maintenance certificate -

Comprehensive Training Systems
Imperial Beach, CA
08.2008 - 11.2008

High school diploma -

Chula Vista Adult School
Chula Vista

Skills

  • Vehicle detailing
  • Service documentation
  • Paint restoration
  • Engine detailing
  • Exterior restoration
  • Trim detailing
  • Quality assurance
  • Chemical safety practices
  • Surface preparation
  • Detailing supply management
  • Task prioritization
  • Supply management
  • Customer interaction
  • Framing layout
  • Safety compliance
  • Job site cleanup
  • Vehicle loading
  • Inventory control
  • Traffic direction
  • Stonework craftsmanship
  • Masonry work
  • Roofing installation
  • Excavation techniques
  • Drywall hanging
  • Scaffold building
  • Formwork design
  • Framing construction
  • Carpentry
  • Concrete finishing
  • Drainage systems
  • HVAC systems
  • Power tool operation
  • Demolition
  • Flooring installation
  • Painting and finishing
  • Concrete laying
  • Rebar placement
  • Construction trade expertise
  • Tile setting
  • Window installation
  • Dishwashing
  • Food prep
  • Janitorial skills

Personal Information

  • Title: ENTRY-LEVEL WORKER
  • Date of Birth: 1981-04-17

Timeline

21 Credits Away From AA - General Education

Grossmont College
10.2026 - 11.2026

Auto Detailer

Caliber Collision center
03.2026 - 11.2026

Kitchen worker

California rehabilitation center
03.2024 - 11.2025

Carpenter apprentice

Rocky Coast Builders
01.2013 - 09.2014

Carpenter apprentice

Granite Construction Co.
03.2012 - 11.2012

Building maintenance certificate -

Comprehensive Training Systems
08.2008 - 11.2008

HVAC installer

S&L specialty contracting inc.
06.2006 - 02.2008

Delivery driver

Pacific Event productions inc.
09.2002 - 08.2003

High school diploma -

Chula Vista Adult School
Michael Tamayo