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Preston Navarro

Eleele,Hawaii

Summary

Team-oriented General Labor Worker always ready to take on any assignment. Operates machinery and equipment safely in support of team needs. Physically fit, hardworking, Thrives on learning new skills quickly and approaches daily challenges with flexibility and openness to changing needs.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Bridge Maintenance Worker

County of Kauai -public works
Lihue, HI
01.2020 - Current
  • Repaired faulty parts or components using specialized tools such as soldering irons, welding torches.
  • Positioned, aligned or sealed concrete wall sections or pipes.
  • Laid out string lines along the surface of a roadbed as part of a survey operation related to a bridge project.
  • Prepared site areas for day's asphalt load.
  • Organized inventory, verifying supplies, tools and production materials for team.
  • Assembled formwork systems prior to pouring concrete into molds for bridge components.
  • Repaired minor damages to bridges using hand tools and power tools.
  • Checked bolts, nuts, screws, ties, brackets, and other fasteners used in the assembly process of bridges.
  • Completed accurate measurements and calculations to for project requirements.
  • Loaded materials and tools into vehicles and unloaded upon arrival at jobsites.
  • Cleaned up debris generated by construction activities at the site of a bridge project.
  • Worked with team to safely direct traffic around work site.
  • Installed sewer, water or storm drain pipes using pipe-laying machinery or laser guidance equipment.
  • Removed old concrete surfaces from bridge decks to prepare for new coatings.
  • Performed routine maintenance tasks on bridges and related structures.
  • Dug ditches or trenches, backfilled excavations or compacted and leveled earth to grade specifications.
  • Operated equipment with strong focus on safety and ground communication.
  • Monitored traffic conditions around work sites for safe operation of equipment and personnel.
  • Set up barricades around areas where repair or maintenance work is being performed on an existing bridge.
  • Loaded and unloaded construction materials onto trucks and trailers.
  • Applied sealants, grout, and other protective coatings on various parts of the bridge structure.
  • Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
  • Built and disassembled scaffolds, bracing and barricades to assist in vertical construction activities.
  • Unloaded delivery trucks with product by hand or utilizing lift-gate truck when needed.

Masonry Laborer

R.B concrete and masonry
Hanalei, HI
06.2008 - Current
  • Built wood forms for pouring concrete foundation footings and walls.
  • Broke or cut bricks, tiles and blocks to size, using trowel edge, hammer or power saw.
  • Used picks and shovels to dig, spread and level dirt and gravel.
  • Measured distance from reference points and marked guidelines to lay out work with plumb bobs and levels.
  • Prepared work sites for jobs and kept areas clean and organized.
  • Built and disassembled scaffolds, bracing and barricades to assist in vertical construction activities.
  • Built bracing systems, forms and supports for pouring foundations and construction.
  • Repaired existing masonry structures by replacing damaged bricks or blocks.
  • Applied stains, sealer and curing agents to masonry.
  • Laid bricks or blocks in the proper configurations according to plans.
  • Mixed and poured cement to lay brick, block, and stone walls.
  • Operated power tools such as drills, grinders, saws, and trowels.
  • Installed steel bars or mesh in walls for reinforcement.
  • Carried heavy building materials such as bricks, blocks, and bags of cement up ladders to work sites.
  • Calculated mortar and brick quantity needed for job.
  • Kept worksites clean by removing debris at the end of each day's shift.
  • Applied waterproofing materials to exterior masonry surfaces.
  • Prepared concrete by mixing water with cement, sand and gravel.
  • Calculated angles and courses and determined vertical and horizontal alignment of courses.

Mason Journeyman

Masaniai contractor
Kapaa, HI
06.2016 - 12.2019
  • Reviewed blueprints and other drawings to identify correct grades.
  • Compacted grade using jumping jack or plate compactor equipment.
  • Signaled truck driver to pour concrete and move chute, directing concrete on forms.
  • Leveled and smoothed freshly placed concrete with a straight edge or float.
  • Molded expansion joints and edges using edging tools, jointers and straightedge.
  • Poured concrete into forms using pump hose and leveled.
  • Built forms to specific dimensions to shape wet concrete.
  • Protected surfaces from avoidable damages by using correct forming, bracing, preparation, and finishing techniques.
  • Mixed and poured concrete according to standard ratios.
  • Applied hardening and sealing compounds to cure concrete surface.
  • Calculated concrete quantities needed for jobs.
  • Mixed, poured and spread concrete using a variety of tools including trowels, floats and screeds.
  • Operated excavators and loaders to prepare site.
  • Measured and cut reinforcing steel bars in order to reinforce the structure.
  • Used numerous types of power tools and other equipment daily.
  • Followed instructions given by supervisors regarding job requirements such as depth and width measurements.
  • Maintained inventory list of items used on job sites to provide reordering details.
  • Prepared mixtures of sand, gravel, cement and water according to specified proportions.
  • Placed steel pins using sledgehammer.
  • Laid bricks or blocks in the proper configurations according to plans.
  • Scaffolded work areas as necessary to reach higher elevations on buildings.
  • Measured distance from reference points and marked guidelines to lay out work with plumb bobs and levels.
  • Laid block courses of varying heights to create level surfaces for buildings.
  • Guided large stones onto foundation locations using truck cranes, hoists and skids.
  • Cut blocks or bricks using power saws, hammers and chisels as needed.
  • Prepared for each job by accurately laying out wall patterns and foundation plans.
  • Studied blueprints, sketches or building plans to prepare project layout and determine dimensions and materials required.
  • Positioned and installed floor joists, trusses and rafters.
  • Sorted, stacked and moved pallets using pallet jack and forklift.
  • Bent, formed, and tied wire mesh into predetermined shapes.
  • Developed skhes and drawings depicting reinforcing steel placement as needed.

Heavy Equipment Operator/Truck Driver

Pacific Brothers
Kapaa, HI
08.2014 - 12.2016
  • Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs.
  • Operated heavy equipment to demolish current structures, remove plants or trees and clear property of debris.
  • Connected hydraulic hoses, belts and mechanical linkages to tractors.
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
  • Kept equipment fueled and ready for immediate use to support scheduling demands.
  • Completed routine inspections on vehicles.
  • Loaded, balanced and secured product to safely transport goods.
  • Loaded and unloaded cargo using forklifts or other material handling equipment.
  • Operated chainsaw in a safe manner to fell trees, buck logs and cut firewood.
  • Set up chokers around logs to prepare them for loading with winches or skidders.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.

Bell Attendant/Valet

Sheraton Kauai Resort
Koloa, HI
01.2007 - 10.2009
  • Coordinated transportation needs for arriving and departing guests.
  • Attached claim checks to bags to efficiently store and organize luggage.
  • Informed guests of hotel amenities, services and attractions in the local area.
  • Gathered information from front desk about important and upcoming guests.
  • Responded to guest complaints in a courteous manner while resolving issues quickly and effectively.
  • Managed the flow of traffic at the front desk during peak times.
  • Delivered newspapers, mail, faxes, messages and check-out invoices to guest rooms.
  • Accurately recorded license plate numbers and other pertinent information regarding each vehicle parked on the premises.
  • Greeted guests, explained valet procedures and answered questions to drive satisfaction and repeat business.
  • Followed company policies related to guest satisfaction standards and procedures.
  • Attended staff meetings as required by management.
  • Drove vehicles to parking area, secured vehicles and returned tag and keys to key booth.
  • Greeted customers and opened car doors to enhance service.
  • Operated courtesy shuttles transporting guests to and from various locations on the property grounds.
  • Performed miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned by supervisor.
  • Assisted customers with their luggage to and from their vehicles.
  • Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.

Deckhand

Holoholo charters
Eleele, HI
04.2006 - 01.2007
  • Greeted guests boarding and departing vessels to drive safe transition.
  • Documented vessel's supplies and equipment inventory.
  • Checked navigation lights regularly to ensure they were functioning properly.
  • Responsible for loading and unloading cargo, supplies, and passengers on the vessel.
  • Carried out instructions issued by captain regarding docking procedures.
  • Assisted with minor renovation or repair to keep boat in operable condition.
  • Assisted in mooring operations by tying off lines and setting anchor points.
  • Swept, mopped and washed down decks to remove dirt and debris.
  • Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
  • Inspected dive gear before each use to guarantee its reliability and integrity.
  • Ensured visitors had an enjoyable experience by providing interesting facts and stories related to tour sites.
  • Attended monthly safety drills in order to maintain certifications and qualifications.
  • Maintained logbook entries for every voyage detailing times, locations, fuel consumption.
  • Performed daily maintenance and cleaning of boat equipment and supplies.
  • Supervised passengers during activities on board or off the boat ensuring their safety at all times.

Education

High School Diploma -

Waimea High School
Waimea, HI
06-2005

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Loading and Unloading Procedures
  • Safety and Compliance
  • Crew Support
  • Team-Oriented and Dependable
  • Demolition
  • Construction
  • Truck Loading
  • Heavy Equipment Operation
  • Power Tool Operation

Timeline

Bridge Maintenance Worker

County of Kauai -public works
01.2020 - Current

Mason Journeyman

Masaniai contractor
06.2016 - 12.2019

Heavy Equipment Operator/Truck Driver

Pacific Brothers
08.2014 - 12.2016

Masonry Laborer

R.B concrete and masonry
06.2008 - Current

Bell Attendant/Valet

Sheraton Kauai Resort
01.2007 - 10.2009

Deckhand

Holoholo charters
04.2006 - 01.2007

High School Diploma -

Waimea High School

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