Nathan Aviles
Ocala,FL
Summary
Dynamic Concrete Finisher with extensive experience at Dura Stress, specializing in concrete repair and finishing techniques. Proven ability to enhance worksite safety and improve project efficiency through effective team supervision and critical thinking. Committed to delivering high-quality results while minimizing material wastage and ensuring compliance with industry standards.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Concrete Finisher
Dura Stress
Leesburg, IN
01.2025 - Current
- Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
- Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
- Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
- Mixed, spread, and patched concrete to specifications.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure smooth transitions between different phases of the concrete placement process.
- Maintained clean, safe worksite for team safety and to help keep projects on-track.
- Shoveled materials such as dirt, gravel, and asphalt.
- Enhanced overall job site safety by ensuring proper usage of tools and equipment during concrete finishing processes.
- Measured precise amounts of concrete and verified levelness to improve quality of finished product.
- Reduced material wastage through effective use of leveling, screeding, and concrete smoothing techniques.
Foreman
Smokey’s Cutz
Ocala, FL
04.2024 - 01.2025
- Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Maintained a safe working environment through adherence to safety protocols and regular site inspections.
- Ensured timely completion of projects with effective time management and prioritization of tasks.
- Checked equipment to determine if maintenance was required.
- Inspected completed work to verify quality standards and compliance with criteria.
- Addressed issues proactively, resolving problems quickly to minimize delays in project timelines.
- Enhanced team productivity by providing clear direction, setting expectations, and offering constructive feedback.
- Developed strong relationships with clients, subcontractors, and suppliers, fostering open communication channels for smooth project execution.
- Adapted workflows in response to changing environmental conditions or unexpected challenges encountered during construction activities.
- Raised overall crew proficiency with ongoing skill development initiatives targeting areas identified for improvement.
- Monitored progress against established benchmarks, adjusting strategies as necessary to meet targets consistently.
- Provided comprehensive training for new employees, ensuring their rapid integration into the team dynamic.
Supervisor
Racewash Carwash
Ocala, FL
03.2023 - 04.2024
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
- Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
- Mentored junior staff members in their career development, sharing knowledge from years of experience in the field.
- Conducted performance evaluations for staff members, identifying areas of improvement and guiding professional development plans.
- Implemented safety protocols to minimize workplace accidents and maintain compliance with industry standards.
- Identified operational inefficiencies and implemented corrective measures to increase effectiveness.
- Oversaw compliance with industry regulations and company policies, ensuring safe and legal operational environment.
- Enhanced operational workflow, identifying and eliminating bottlenecks in daily procedures.
Manager
Joes Carwash
Clermont, FL
06.2020 - 07.2021
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customers and suppliers through account development.
- Improved safety procedures to create safe working conditions for workers.
- Achieved departmental goals by developing and executing strategic plans and performance metrics.
- Built high-performing teams through effective recruitment, onboarding, and talent development initiatives.
- Mentored junior team members for career advancement, fostering a pipeline of future leaders within the organization.
- Oversaw inventory management, optimizing stock levels, and reducing waste.
- Managed budget allocations to prioritize spending on high-impact projects, optimizing resource utilization.
- Developed comprehensive risk management plan, minimizing potential disruptions to business operations.
Warehouse Worker
FedEx:Ground
Davenport, FL
04.2020 - 11.2020
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Maintained clean workspaces by enforcing strict housekeeping guidelines for storage areas, dock bays, and equipment zones.
- Reduced order processing times with streamlined picking, packing, and shipping procedures.
- Contributed to achieving team goals with consistent punctuality, reliability, and adherence to established performance standards.
- Operated various types of warehouse machinery safely, adhering to all relevant guidelines and protocols.
- Managed incoming shipments effectively by inspecting goods for quality control purposes before storing them appropriately.
- Ensured accurate order fulfillment by diligently cross-checking pick lists against packed items for consistency.
- Maximized available storage space by utilizing vertical stacking techniques when arranging inventory items.
- Minimized downtime, proactively identifying and reporting equipment malfunctions for prompt repair.
Warehouse Associate
Kroger Packaging Inc.
Groveland, FL
04.2020 - 11.2020
- Prepared orders for shipment by picking, packing, and labeling merchandise.
- Worked safely around moving machinery.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily targets and complete tasks efficiently.
- Performed inventory control, such as counting, and stocking merchandise.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as Number pounds.
- Consistently met or exceeded productivity targets while maintaining high standards for quality and safety.
- Increased accuracy in order picking by utilizing electronic scanning devices and following established procedures.
Cashier
KFC
Ocala, FL
04.2018 - 03.2020
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
Education
Westport Highschool
Ocala, FL06.2020
Skills
- Concrete finishing
- Worksite safety
- Float finishing
- Driveway installation
- Hand tool operation
- Finishing techniques
- Power tool operation
- Concrete repair
- Cement and pavement
- Leveling proficiency
- Team supervision
- Critical thinking
- Physical strength
- Measurements and calculations
- Equipment inspection
- Fixture installation
- Quality control analysis
- Standards compliance
- Work scheduling
- Laborer supervision
Certification
Dot medical certification
Bike technician certifications
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Concrete Finisher
Dura Stress
01.2025 - Current
Foreman
Smokey’s Cutz
04.2024 - 01.2025
Supervisor
Racewash Carwash
03.2023 - 04.2024
Manager
Joes Carwash
06.2020 - 07.2021
Warehouse Worker
FedEx:Ground
04.2020 - 11.2020
Warehouse Associate
Kroger Packaging Inc.
04.2020 - 11.2020
Cashier
KFC
04.2018 - 03.2020
Westport Highschool