Monty Smith
Tsaile,AZ
Summary
Detail-oriented laborer with strong skills in tool operation and safety compliance. Experienced in collaborating with teams to maintain organized work environments and support project efficiency.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Laborer
Self Employed
Tsaile, AZ
03.2020 - Current
- Operated various tools and equipment for home construction projects.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work areas throughout job sites.
- Supported experienced laborers with hands-on tasks and troubleshooting efforts.
- Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
- Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
- Worked with others to ensure an efficient workflow throughout the day.
- Assisted with basic maintenance tasks such as sweeping, mopping, painting, and cleaning.
- Operated and maintained a variety of equipment including hand and power tools.
- Used picks and shovels to dig, spread, and level dirt and gravel.
- Operated various power tools such as drills and saws safely while following manufacturer's instructions.
- Cut materials into specified sizes for installation using power saws.
- Mixed, poured, and spread concrete for sidewalks.
- Prepared surfaces prior to painting by sanding, scraping, patching holes, and filling cracks with putty or plaster.
- Gained independent working skills.
- Lifted objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance when necessary.
Cook
Dine College
Tsaile, AZ
05.2025 - 09.2025
- Prepared ingredients by chopping, measuring, and mixing for daily menu items.
- Maintained cleanliness of kitchen tools and workspaces to meet safety standards.
- Assisted in cooking meals according to standardized recipes and guidelines.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely meal preparation and service.
- Followed food safety protocols during food handling and storage procedures.
- Organized kitchen inventory and restocked supplies as needed throughout shifts.
- Supported head chef in menu planning and ingredient selection for special events.
- Operated grills, fryers and broilers to cook items to quality guidelines.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Operated ovens, fryers and mixers safely to prevent kitchen accidents and machinery malfunction.
- Maintained safe operations of food prep equipment to reduce complications and retain safety procedures.
- Operated kitchen equipment in alignment with OSHA protocols and manufacturer instructions.
Environmental Services Housekeeper
Armark
Farmington, NM
02.2024 - 12.2024
- Maintained cleanliness of assigned areas following Armark's sanitation standards.
- Operated cleaning equipment to ensure thorough and efficient cleaning processes.
- Reported maintenance issues to supervisors for prompt resolution and safety compliance.
- Ensured compliance with health and safety regulations in all cleaning activities.
- Organized storage areas for cleaning supplies to promote efficiency and accessibility.
- Cleaned bathrooms, including toilets, tubs, showers and sinks.
- Swept and mopped floors, vacuumed carpets and rugs, dusted furniture, wiped down surfaces.
- Vacuumed floors and dusted furniture to maintain organized, professional appearance.
- Used cleaning chemicals following proper guidelines.
- Emptied trash receptacles throughout the property.
- Moved beds, sofas and small furniture to wipe down baseboards and remove dust and dirt from hard-to-reach areas.
- Interacted pleasantly with clients and guests when performing daily duties.
- Cleaned building floors by sweeping, mopping and scrubbing.
- Maintained and organized cleaning supplies stock.
- Employed deep-cleaning techniques for areas in need of additional sanitation.
- Disinfected telephones, light switches and other frequently touched objects.
- Used appropriate personal protective equipment and supplies when handling hazardous waste or chemicals.
- Followed safety procedures when handling hazardous materials.
- Ensured that all health standards were met during cleaning operations.
- Observed proper use of chemicals when cleaning various surfaces.
Lube Technician
Jiffy Lube
Farmington, NM
09.2023 - 02.2024
- Performed oil changes and fluid top-offs for various vehicle types.
- Conducted multi-point inspections to identify maintenance needs.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of work area and equipment.
- Assisted customers with service recommendations based on vehicle needs.
- Followed safety protocols to ensure a secure working environment.
- Performed oil changes and lubrication services on a variety of vehicles.
- Replaced cabin, fuel, air and oil filters and tested vehicle horn and lights.
- Inspected and changed air filters, fuel filters, transmission fluid, coolant levels and other fluids as needed.
- Installed new windshield wiper blades and checked tire pressure.
- Maintained tools, test equipment and materials, keeping work areas organized.
- Adjusted tire pressure on vehicles and warned customers of leaks and tire damage.
- Answered questions regarding vehicle maintenance and recommended necessary repair work to keep vehicles operating properly.
- Checked for any signs of wear or damage to brakes, suspension systems, steering components, exhaust systems and other parts of the vehicle.
- Tested batteries using specialized equipment such as digital multimeters.
- Greeted customers in a friendly manner upon arrival at the service station.
- Reported any mechanical issues found during inspection to the supervisor immediately.
- Diagnosed engine problems by performing visual inspections, listening for unusual noises or checking warning lights on the dashboard.
- Demonstrated excellent problem- solving skills when dealing with difficult situations.
- Repaired, replaced and adjusted brakes.
Education
Medical Assistant - Medical
Charter College
Farmington, NM11-2023
GED -
C4L Academy
Farmington, NM07-2023
Skills
- CPR/ First Aid certified
- Tool operation
- Safety compliance
- Material handling
- Equipment maintenance
- Inventory management
- Problem solving
- Effective communication
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Worksite organization
- Team collaboration
- Proper lifting techniques
- Job site cleanup
- Hand and power tools
- Safety awareness
- Ladder safety
- Willingness to learn
- Complex Problem-solving
- Basic carpentry
Timeline
Cook
Dine College
05.2025 - 09.2025
Environmental Services Housekeeper
Armark
02.2024 - 12.2024
Lube Technician
Jiffy Lube
09.2023 - 02.2024
Laborer
Self Employed
03.2020 - Current
Medical Assistant - Medical
Charter College
GED -
C4L Academy