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Nicholas Trevino

San Antonio,Texas

Summary

Hardworking highly motivated individual focused on giving outstanding attention to every job and detail with care needed. Offering 8 years of comprehensive experience in cleaning and refurbishing new and used automobiles in San Antonio area. Exceptionally skilled in waxing and buffing and cleaning Planes and Cars upholstery and surfaces. Self-directed individual comfortable multitasking in challenging situations and meeting all deadlines.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Finisher/Detailing Technician

The Wash Tub Car Care Center
San Antonio, TX
10.2014 - 06.2023
  • Managed groups of people or individuals while doing customer service ensuring quality was up to their standards before them leaving.
  • 10 hours fully covered next to running engines in Texas heat/humidity.

  • Swept, shoveled or vacuumed debris or salvageable scrap into containers and removed from work areas.
  • Mixed cleaning solutions, abrasive compositions, or other compounds according to formulas.
  • Inspected parts, equipment or vehicles for cleanliness and damage.
  • Maintained inventories of cleaning supplies.
  • Maintained cleanliness and presentation of stockroom and organized chemical racks by size, style and color for visual appeal.
  • Served clients with on-site detailing services at businesses and homes.
  • Pushed the bottom standards with management to highest standards it has seen.
  • Driven large trucks onto/into small spaces no damages.
  • Cleaned cars/trucks both externally and internally by hand or with use of automated equipment.
  • Cleaned cars both externally and internally by hand or with use of automated equipment.
  • Washed wide range of vehicles each day.
  • Vacuumed vehicle interiors to remove loose dirt and debris.
  • Inspected vehicle to verify pristine appearance for customer.
  • Used cleaning, protective and restorative agents to maintain and enhance appearance of vehicles.
  • Cleaned upholstery, rugs and other surfaces with cleaning agents to remove dirt and debris.
  • Waxed exterior of vehicles, removed compound with soft cloth and buffed to brilliant shine.
  • Turned valves or disconnected hoses to eliminate water, cleaning solutions or vapors from machinery or tanks.
  • Rotated handles on equipment to regulate pressure or flow of water, air, steam or abrasives from sprayer nozzles.
  • Monitored operation of cleaning machines and stopped machines or notified supervisors when malfunctions occurred.
  • Connected hoses or lines to pumps or other equipment.
  • Pressed buttons to activate cleaning equipment or machines.
  • Ordered and restocked supplies to keep workplace operating smoothly.
  • Transported materials, equipment or supplies to or from work areas.
  • Pre-soaked or rinsed machine parts, equipment or vehicles by immersing in cleaning solutions or water.
  • Applied waxes or masking materials to vehicles to preserve, protect or restore color or condition.
  • Checked vehicles prior to service and immediately afterward to identify damages.
  • Utilized special-purpose cleaners to foster lasting cleanliness of vehicles.
  • Removed minor flaws in refinish using sanding and buffing.
  • Served clients with on-site detailing services at businesses.
  • Cleaned and polished vehicle windows.
  • Work with management on increasing quality/standards output for company/customers weekly.
  • Handled large sums of money/do bank drop offs.

Cleaner

Lackland Air Force Base Contracted
San Antonio, TX
02.2002 - 07.2014

Cleaning inside/out of the C5 almost completely / exterior of f16; including crawling with the hoses in the small spaces covered mostly in waterproof cleaning gear for a good amount of time.

Working with help or solo to complete the the task has never been an issue.

Lifting/pulling heavy items for extended periods of time outside

Work output nearly doubled after I joined completing jobs in half the time with full work force or the full time with only half work force recommended.

Inspected all work to verify integrity of job is up to hightest of standards without sacrificing time.

Completed scheduled and unscheduled safety and performance assessments.

Reviewed work orders and discussed with supervisors.

Education

Associate of Science - Business Engineering

San Antonio College
San Antonio, TX
06.2021

Skills

  • Working on cars with various tools needed to change brakes/suspension/hoses/intakes/exhaust systems/rotors/electrical wiring/water hoses/interior leather/interior carpetry/interior cosmestics as well as exterior cosmetics such as fenders/bumpers
  • Engine Cleaning
  • Showroom Maintenance
  • Spot and Stain Removal
  • Customer Service
  • Small group managing experience
  • Problem Resolution
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Hand Tool Use
  • Conscientious and Detail-Oriented
  • Physical Stamina
  • Problem Identification
  • Damage Prevention
  • Productivity and Time Management
  • Supply Inventory Management
  • Industrial Equipment Operation
  • Team Cooperation
  • Calendar and Scheduling Software
  • Creative Thinking
  • Multitasking and Prioritization
  • Safety Standards and Protocols
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Positive Team Player
  • Inventory Management
  • Equipment Operation
  • Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Adaptable and Flexible

Timeline

Finisher/Detailing Technician

The Wash Tub Car Care Center
10.2014 - 06.2023

Cleaner

Lackland Air Force Base Contracted
02.2002 - 07.2014

Associate of Science - Business Engineering

San Antonio College
Nicholas Trevino