Oscar Nieves
Longview,WA
Summary
Bilingual safety and operations professional with experience in construction safety, clinical support, warehousing, and community services. Skilled in hazard analysis, risk control, and safe hand and power tool operation. Maintains organized, efficient processes in fast-paced environments to support safe operations and positive client outcomes.
Overview
2
2
Languages
1
1
Certification
2027
2027
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructor's Assistant
Walla Walla Community College
Connell, Washington
02.2026 - 09.2026
- Supported construction safety practices through correct tool operation, PPE compliance, housekeeping, and hazard control.
- Assisted students during tool use, reinforcing safe equipment handling and hazard awareness.
- Helped guide students through construction projects while maintaining safe, organized, productive training space.
Housing Navigator
Transcending-Hope
Hillsboro, Oregon
08.2023 - 09.2024
- Helped clients navigate housing and social service systems to improve access to support.
- Connected clients with community organizations and service providers based on individual needs and circumstances.
- Advocated for clients and reduced barriers to essential resources and services.
- Supported clients with goal setting, challenge management, and progress toward stability and self-sufficiency.
Worker's Center Coordinator
Voz Workers' Rights Education Project
Portland, Oregon
2018 - 2019
- Facilitated connections between day laborers and employers, negotiated fair pay and benefits, and upheld worker rights.
- Conducted orientation sessions for day laborers on organizational policies and safety guidelines, ensuring understanding of job assignment expectations.
- Engaged with workers, advocates, and community partners in Spanish and English to foster collaboration and support.
Dental Assistant
Arbor Dental
Vancouver, Washington
2010 - 2016
- Prepared and sterilized operatories, instruments, and equipment while maintaining clean, organized, and patient-safe clinical areas.
- Assisted dentists with extractions and implant placements, and operated CEREC technology to design and fabricate porcelain crowns and restorations.
- Performed dental X-rays, completed insurance verification and claims processing.
Warehouse Associate
Reser's Fine Foods
Beaverton, Oregon
2009 - 2010
- Picked and prepared orders to meet production schedules, ensuring accuracy and timely fulfillment.
- Verified product quantities and labels for accuracy before shipment, contributing to streamlined distribution process.
- Operated pallet jacks and material-handling equipment to facilitate safe and efficient movement of products and orders.
Warehouse Associate
SYSCO Food Services
Wilsonville, Oregon
2008 - 2009
- Operated forklift to efficiently move pallets across warehouse storage and staging areas, supporting overall logistics.
- Loaded and unloaded trailers with pallet jack and warehouse equipment to ensure timely shipment.
- Wrapped pallets and secured freight for safe transport, maintaining integrity during handling.
Education
CTAP Certification -
Walla Walla Community College
Connell, WA03-2026
Legal Assistant/Paralegal Studies - Family Law And Immigration Law
Blackstone Career Inst.
Allentown, PA01-2022
Skills
- Spanish communication
- Complex Problem-solving
- Collaborative teamwork
- Hand and power tools operation
- Excellent people skills
- Hazard analysis and risk control
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
English
Full Professional
Certification
- CTAP (Construction Trade Apprentice Preparation)
- OSHA 10
- Legal Assistant
Timeline
Instructor's Assistant
Walla Walla Community College
02.2026 - 09.2026
Housing Navigator
Transcending-Hope
08.2023 - 09.2024
Worker's Center Coordinator
Voz Workers' Rights Education Project
2018 - 2019
Dental Assistant
Arbor Dental
2010 - 2016
Warehouse Associate
Reser's Fine Foods
2009 - 2010
Warehouse Associate
SYSCO Food Services
2008 - 2009
CTAP Certification -
Walla Walla Community College
Legal Assistant/Paralegal Studies - Family Law And Immigration Law
Blackstone Career Inst.