Priscilla Santacruz
San Jose,CA
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Highway Maintenance Worker
California Department Of Transportation Caltrans
San Jose, CA
04.2022 - 05.2025
- Operated heavy equipment for road maintenance and repair tasks.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify safety hazards and maintenance needs.
- Collaborated with team members to complete projects efficiently and effectively.
- Implemented best practices for traffic control during maintenance operations.
- Cleaned and graded ditches, drainage structures, highway shoulders and slopes.
- Reduced roadway hazards by performing thorough debris removal and maintaining clear drainage systems.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills while collaborating with colleagues, supervisors, and external contractors on various projects.
- Safely controlled traffic in high-volume areas during roadwork projects and repairs.
- Enhanced road conditions through efficient pothole repair, guardrail installation, and pavement maintenance.
- Assisted with emergency response efforts during natural disasters or accidents affecting highways within assigned region.
- Contributed to team success by consistently meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality work standards.
- Repaired signs and fences quickly to avoid accidents and mishaps.
- Supported emergency services, providing rapid roadway clearances in event of accidents or natural disasters.
Production Associate
Tesla
Fremont, CA
07.2021 - 04.2022
- Operated automated assembly equipment to ensure efficient production flow.
- Conducted quality inspections on finished products to maintain high standards.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline processes and enhance productivity.
- Trained new associates on safety protocols and equipment operation procedures.
- Maintained clean and organized workstations to promote safety and compliance.
- Maintained a flexible approach to work assignments, willingly cross-training in other areas to support changing production needs.
Education
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting:cinical,AS
San Jose City College
San Jose, California, CAHigh School Diploma -
San Jose Conservation Corps
San Jose, CA06-2019
Skills
- Work zone safety
- Safe equipment handling
- Verbal and written communication
- Traffic control management
- Power tool proficiency
- Guardrail repair
- Roadside cleanup
- Lane closures
- Roadway maintenance
- Manual labor
- Hand tool proficiency
- Landscaping maintenance
- Fence repair
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Multitasking
- Adaptability and flexibility
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Highway Maintenance Worker
California Department Of Transportation Caltrans
04.2022 - 05.2025
Production Associate
Tesla
07.2021 - 04.2022
Associate of Science - Medical Assisting:cinical,AS
San Jose City College
High School Diploma -
San Jose Conservation Corps