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Omar Mendoza

Norfolk,US

Summary

Responsible Technician with excellent troubleshooting, customer service and analytics skills with more than 2 years of experience coupled with 8 years of military background. Highly effective in complying with safety requirements evidenced by zero work loss days. Broad skills in maintenance and bench builds.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Geotechnical Technician

McCallum Testing Laboratories
11.2022 - Current

Hours per week: 40+.

  • Assisted in designing cost-effective retaining walls and foundations by providing accurate geotechnical recommendations based on test results.
  • Reduced geotechnical risks by compiling and analyzing data to create comprehensive reports for clients.
  • Maintained compliance with industry standards through rigorous quality control measures during all phases of project development.
  • Collaborated with engineers and geologists to develop effective remediation strategies for environmental concerns.
  • Performed field density tests using nuclear gauges or sand cone methods to ensure proper compaction levels were achieved during construction projects.
  • Ensured safe excavation practices by performing subsurface utility engineering investigations before construction activities began.
  • Optimized material selection by conducting in-depth tests on soil, aggregate, concrete, asphalt, and other construction materials.
  • Enhanced soil analysis accuracy by conducting geotechnical field investigations and laboratory testing.
  • Reviewed geological maps, aerial photographs, drilling logs, and other data sources to provide insightful information for site characterization studies.
  • Operated testing equipment correctly to consistently obtain accurate results.
  • Produced detailed reports and professional presentations for use by management and regulatory agencies.

Graphic Designer

SwissDuck Marketing
07.2018 - 09.2022

Hours per week: ~40

  • Conceptualized creative designs for print materials, banners, and signs.
  • Created digital image files for use in digital and traditional printing methods.
  • Developed creative design for print materials, brochures, banners, and signs.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely completion of deliverables while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Collaborated with the lead graphic designer to develop visually engaging promotional materials for various campaigns.

Operations Specialist Second Class

United States Navy, USN
07.2005 - 07.2013
  • Collected, arranged, and input information into database system.
  • Collected and evaluated information from multiple sources and programs to disseminate appropriately.
  • Maintained an operational picture and tracked thousands of ships worldwide via database management.
  • Qualified supervisor of maritime watch section.
  • Sole responsibility for administration of classified information in the Naval Warfare Public Library on-board USS Nashville.
  • Security Clearance (Top Secret/SCI)

Education

Certification - Concrete Certification

American Concrete Institute
Virginia Beach, VA
03.2023

Certification - Nuclear Gauge Operator

Troxler Labs
01.2023

Associate's degree - Computer Science

Tidewater Community College
Virginia Beach, VA
2019

High school diploma -

Palm Desert High School
Palm Desert, CA
2005

Skills

  • Computer applications
  • Documentation
  • Problem solving
  • Leadership
  • Surveillance monitoring
  • Decision-making
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Work ethic
  • Time management
  • Written/Verbal Communication
  • Attention to Detail
  • Works Well Under Pressure
  • Operations Monitoring

Timeline

Geotechnical Technician

McCallum Testing Laboratories
11.2022 - Current

Graphic Designer

SwissDuck Marketing
07.2018 - 09.2022

Operations Specialist Second Class

United States Navy, USN
07.2005 - 07.2013

Certification - Concrete Certification

American Concrete Institute

Certification - Nuclear Gauge Operator

Troxler Labs

Associate's degree - Computer Science

Tidewater Community College

High school diploma -

Palm Desert High School
Omar Mendoza