Oscar Lara
Mountain View,CA
Summary
Multi-Trade Construction Technician with extensive experience in residential construction, industrial plumbing, and agricultural concrete work. Skilled in full-scale remodels, system installations, structural repairs, finish work, and mechanical troubleshooting. Strong background in residential carpentry, drywall, painting, tile, and basic electrical systems, supported by proven industrial experience with high-pressure piping, gas systems, and mechanical equipment. Experienced in concrete forming and finishing for residential slabs, foundations, and agricultural structures including barns, corrals, and utility pads. Known for dependable field performance, safety awareness, blueprint accuracy, and the ability to work efficiently with contractors, inspectors, welders, and engineering teams across diverse job sites.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Supervisor
Amc Llc Apartment Management Consultants
Porterville, CA
12.2025 - Current
- Coordinated preventative maintenance schedules for all building systems and equipment.
- Inspected properties regularly for safety compliance and maintenance needs.
- Managed inventory of repair supplies and ordered materials as needed.
- Responded promptly to tenant inquiries regarding maintenance issues and concers.
- Reviewed work orders, allocated resources, assigned tasks, and established priorities for completion of jobs.
- Inspected facilities to determine problems and schedule necessary maintenance.
- Ordered replacement parts as required to keep machines running efficiently.
- Worked closely with vendors and suppliers to purchase spare parts at competitive prices.
- Maintained records of repairs and parts inventory usage to optimize future planning efforts.
- Prepared and monitored budget to keep maintenance department financially sound.
- Prepared budgets for upcoming projects based on estimated labor costs and
- Coordinated with extemal contractors for specialized maintenance projects.
- Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
Independent Remodeling Specialist
Self Employed
06.2019 - Current
- Completed full interior remodels: kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, drywall, tile, painting, and fixture installation.
- Managed bids, material lists, communication, and project timelines with clients.
Concrete & Agricultural Construction Technician
TMJ Diary Construction ( Seasonal )
Visalia, CA
09.2025 - 12.2025
- Performed full concrete operations: forming, layout, rebar installation, grading, screeding, finishing, bull-floating, and trowel work.
- Installed steel posts, structural beams, rafters, purlins, and full sheet metal roofing systems for barns and dairy facilities.
- Operated tractors, skid steers, loaders, and augers for trenching, grading, excavation, and site prep.
- Built dairy infrastructure including freestall barns, corrals, feed lanes, water trough systems, manure systems, and drainage lines.
- Used rotary lasers and transits to ensure accurate elevations, slope, and water flow control.
- Worked alongside welders on steel assemblies, brackets, gates, and structural supports.
Industrial Plumbing Technician (Seasonal Contract)
Facilities Plumbing & Drain
San Leandro, CA
06.2025 - 08.2025
- Installed industrial gas lines (Nitrogen, CO2, Acetylene, Argon, etc;) for welding shops and mechanical systems.
- Worked with industrial regulators, manifolds, valves, and high pressure connections following FAA/OSHA standards.
- Supported pipefitters with cutting, threading, alignment, and brazing prep for steel piping systems.
- Performed leak detections, purge procedures, pressure testing, and system isolation inside restricted airport zones.
- Assisted with pump inspections, mechanical room work, and industrial piping layouts.
- (SAN FRANCISCO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT)
Multi-Trade Construction Technician
Major One Construction Inc
San Jose, CA
08.2023 - 05.2025
- Framed walls, installed drywall, flooring, interior trim, and performed various rough-in tasks.
- Assisted plumbers and electricians with installations, fixture setting, wiring, and pipe routing.
- Interpreted blueprints for layouts, measurements, structural planning, and finish work execution.
- Handled troubleshooting and problem-solving to maintain workflow and eliminate downtime.
Security Officer (Supplemental)
Allied Universal
San Jose, CA
08.2021 - 12.2024
- Provided security for Meta, Nokia, and Robinhood campuses, including CCTV monitoring and access control.
- Foot/Vehicle Patrol
- Badge access monitoring
Maintenance Technician
Sares-Regis Group
Redwood City, CA
11.2023 - 08.2024
- Repaired plumbing, electrical, HVAC, and mechanical systems across multi-unit properties.
- Conducted preventive maintenance on pumps, exhaust fans, boilers, and mechanical systems.
- Diagnosed issues with water heaters, circuits, thermostats, appliances, and valves.
- Painting & Drywall
- Grounds cleaning
Service Plumber
All-Star Plumbing
San Jose, CA
01.2022 - 11.2023
- Performed residential plumbing diagnostics including leaks, backups, low pressure, and fixture failures.
- Installed water heaters, recirculation pumps, expansion tanks, pressure regulators, and valves.
- Completed repipes, drain clearing, fixture replacements, and shutoff upgrades.
- Worked with inspectors on permitted jobs and provided bids and repair options to clients.
Residential Construction Technician
JRG Construction
Pacifica, CA
03.2022 - 11.2022
- Assisted with framing, drywall installation, finish carpentry, tile work, and plumbing support.
- Worked on high-end custom homes requiring accurate measurements and clean finish work.
Foundation Repair Laborer
Foundation Solutions Inc.
Santa Clara, CA
03.2022 - 08.2022
- Performed foundation stabilization using hydraulic jacks, laser leveling, and push-pier systems.
- Assisted with soil removal, footing exposure, and structural corrections.
- Concrete and soil work
- C-Channel installation
Education
Business Administration - undefined
College of the Sequoias
Skills
- Carpentry
- Drywall
- Plumbing
- Concrete
- Electrical
- C
- AutoCAD
- Adobe Photoshop
- Project management
- Estimating
Interests
Boxing, Traveling, Videography/Photography, Reading, Hiking, Fishing
Timeline
Maintenance Supervisor
Amc Llc Apartment Management Consultants
12.2025 - Current
Concrete & Agricultural Construction Technician
TMJ Diary Construction ( Seasonal )
09.2025 - 12.2025
Industrial Plumbing Technician (Seasonal Contract)
Facilities Plumbing & Drain
06.2025 - 08.2025
Maintenance Technician
Sares-Regis Group
11.2023 - 08.2024
Multi-Trade Construction Technician
Major One Construction Inc
08.2023 - 05.2025
Residential Construction Technician
JRG Construction
03.2022 - 11.2022
Foundation Repair Laborer
Foundation Solutions Inc.
03.2022 - 08.2022
Service Plumber
All-Star Plumbing
01.2022 - 11.2023
Security Officer (Supplemental)
Allied Universal
08.2021 - 12.2024
Independent Remodeling Specialist
Self Employed
06.2019 - Current
Business Administration - undefined
College of the Sequoias