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Rafael Hernandez

Tucson,AZ

Summary

Diligent landscape professional with robust work ethic and specialized skills in seasonal maintenance, refined at Canyon Ridge. Demonstrated expertise in elevating landscape aesthetics through strategic weed management and precise tree pruning. Devoted to providing outstanding customer service while upholding organized worksites, guaranteeing client satisfaction and successful project outcomes.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Landscape Worker

Canyon Ridge
12.2024 - Current
  • Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
  • Maintained clean worksites throughout projects by removing debris, trimming overgrown plants, and keeping tools organized.
  • Handled hedge, bush, and shrub trimming.
  • Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
  • Applied mulch and other soil amendments to improve plant growth conditions while also controlling weeds and retaining moisture levels.
  • Developed strong client relationships by addressing concerns or requests promptly and providing excellent customer service throughout projects.
  • Elevated overall landscape appearance using a variety of hand and power tools for trimming, shaping, and pruning trees, shrubs, and hedges.
  • Prepared planting beds for new installations with proper soil preparation techniques including tilling, amending soil composition if needed, grading surfaces level before planting began.

Concrete Finisher

Olsens Structures
04.2023 - 01.2025
  • Set wood and other forming materials to prepare for concrete pours.
  • Installed rebar and molded expansion joints and edges for concrete projects.
  • Demolished and repaired old concrete surfaces.
  • Mixed, spread, and patched concrete to specifications.
  • Enhanced overall job site safety by ensuring proper usage of tools and equipment during concrete finishing processes.
  • Assisted crew members with positioning trucks and moved discharge chute to guide concrete into forms.
  • Demonstrated versatility by successfully completing various types of concrete projects, including residential, commercial, and industrial applications.
  • Reduced material wastage through effective use of leveling, screeding, and concrete smoothing techniques.
  • Assisted in training new employees on proper techniques and best practices for concrete finishing tasks.
  • Routinely lifted and moved items weighing up to Number pounds.
  • Observed manufacturer's safety procedures and corporate standards for pouring and finishing.

Scaffold Builder

Hoffman Structures
02.2022 - 08.2024
  • Maintained clean, organized worksites to minimize hazards and ensure safety compliance.
  • Operated forklifts and boom lifts for material transportation across project phases.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials efficiently onto trucks and trailers, adhering to lifting protocols.
  • Performed thorough quality inspections on products and materials to identify defects.
  • Assisted skilled trades with labor support, enhancing teamwork during construction projects.
  • Adapted to new tasks quickly, demonstrating flexibility in skillset under varying conditions.
  • Inspected tools and equipment regularly to uphold safety standards and operational efficiency.
  • Promoted positive team morale through collaborative efforts and supportive interactions.

Finish Carpenter

Hoffman Structures
02.2021 - 09.2023
  • Used power tools and hand tools to install fixtures, floorings, trim and hardware, cutting materials to specified measurements.
  • Achieved customer satisfaction through precise alignment of doors, windows, staircases, and built-in furniture installations.
  • Reduced waste and costs by accurately measuring, cutting, and installing trim work, cabinetry, moldings, and other custom woodwork components.
  • Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to industry best practices and following safety guidelines during all aspects of finish carpentry projects.
  • Maintained high standards of craftsmanship by continuous learning and application of new carpentry methods.
  • Contributed to positive team morale and work environment by offering support and guidance to junior carpenters.
  • Designed and executed elaborate staircase installations, contributing to grandeur of residential projects.
  • Ensured long-lasting results with proper installation of hardware such as hinges, handles, locks, brackets, and supports for cabinets or shelves.
  • Dismantled and demolished areas prior to repairs and installment of new materials.
  • Boosted property values for clients through high-quality woodworking craftsmanship in both new constructions and remodels.
  • Streamlined project completion times by utilizing time management skills to prioritize tasks based on deadlines and complexity levels.

General Laborer

Republic Services
02.2021 - 04.2023
  • Maintained clean, organized worksites to minimize hazards and ensure safety compliance.
  • Operated forklifts and boom lifts for material transportation across project phases.
  • Loaded and unloaded materials efficiently onto trucks and trailers, adhering to lifting protocols.
  • Performed thorough quality inspections on products and materials to identify defects.
  • Assisted skilled trades with labor support, enhancing teamwork during construction projects.
  • Adapted to new tasks quickly, demonstrating flexibility in skillset under varying conditions.
  • Inspected tools and equipment regularly to uphold safety standards and operational efficiency.
  • Promoted positive team morale through collaborative efforts and supportive interactions.

Form Setter

KNG
03.2021 - 08.2022
  • Demonstrated adaptability when faced with unexpected changes or challenges in project requirements or timelines.
  • Reduced waste on job sites by carefully managing material inventory and implementing strategic recycling efforts where appropriate.
  • Poured, vibrated, and graded concrete.
  • Optimized material usage by accurately calculating required quantities for each job task.
  • Chipped, scraped, and grinded high spots to level finished concrete.
  • Improved overall team efficiency by diligently maintaining a clean and organized work area.
  • Upheld company reputation for excellence in craftsmanship through attention to detail in all aspects of form setting duties performed onsite.

Installation Helper

Masco
02.2017 - 01.2022
  • Assisted lead technicians with complex installations to ensure timely project completion and high-quality results.
  • Reduced product returns by thoroughly testing installed equipment for proper functionality before leaving the job site.
  • Supported fellow installers with troubleshooting complicated systems, leading to improved teamwork and client satisfaction.
  • Minimized callbacks and additional service visits by accurately diagnosing issues during initial assessments.
  • Collaborated with team members on large-scale projects, leading to expedited timelines and increased productivity.
  • Expanded product knowledge through ongoing training sessions, allowing for greater versatility in assisting with various installations.
  • Maintained detailed records of completed installations for accurate documentation purposes as well as future reference.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently installing and setting up various equipment in their homes.

Warehouse Forklift Operator

Republic Services
02.2020 - 04.2021
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Built pallets and loads for partial and mixed pallets, wrapped finished pallets and staged pallets and loads into truck when ready for shipment.
  • Optimized warehouse space utilization by effectively stacking pallets using a forklift, maximizing storage capacity without sacrificing accessibility or safety.
  • Ensured timely deliveries by efficiently loading and unloading trucks with the use of forklifts.
  • Maintained an organized warehouse by systematically arranging products using a forklift according to company guidelines.
  • Reduced product damage by performing routine forklift maintenance and safety checks.
  • Contributed to the reduction of workplace accidents by adhering to strict safety protocols during all forklift operations.
  • Participated in regular safety meetings, staying up-to-date on best practices in regards to safe and efficient operation of a warehouse forklift.
  • Turned valves and opened chutes to dump, spray or release materials from dump cars or storage bins into hoppers.
  • Performed routine maintenance on vehicles or auxiliary equipment by recharging batteries, lubricating parts and refueling.
  • Used equipment such as Type and Type to process excess materials and support recycling efforts.
  • Prevented waste when transferring materials between transport containers and processing equipment.
  • Hooked tow trucks to trailer hitches and fastened attachments with hitchpins.
  • Coordinated team member movements based on current needs, avoiding safety concerns, or delays.
  • Adjusted machinery and notified supervisors of malfunctions.
  • Drove equipment from one site to another to deliver tools and complete jobs.
  • Updated daily logs with production data such as weights, destinations, and delivery times to keep management current on team activities.
  • Promoted operational efficiency by maximizing loads on each transfer.
  • Generated production data to complete necessary paperwork by accurately measuring and weighing materials.
  • Operated transport vehicles and auxiliary equipment to move materials safely to and from target areas.
  • Moved levers or controls to operate forklifts, lifting beams with swivel-hooks and hoists to transport and load materials.
  • Assessed equipment for damage, wear, battery life, and fluid levels.
  • Reviewed daily production schedules to inform effective prioritization and delegation of tasks.
  • Weighed materials or products to record weight or other production data on tags or labels.
  • Operated or tended automatic stacking, loading and packaging machines.
  • Positioned lifting devices under, over or around loaded pallets or boxes to secure material or products for transport to designated areas.
  • Inspected equipment for defects and performed repairs or maintenance tasks.
  • Coordinated with other lift truck drivers and production personnel to process orders efficiently.
  • Used strapping and bracing techniques combined with proper balancing to prevent load shifting.
  • Kept accurate records of materials moved within warehouse to quickly locate inventory and keep facility operating smoothly.
  • Communicated with floor managers to determine merchandise placement.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely using appropriate load rates and maintaining clear visibility of work areas.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.
  • Operated equipment safely and efficiently to prevent damage to items and avoid injuries.
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Streamlined order processing with efficient materials handling and accurate placement of goods using a forklift in designated locations.
  • Verified functionality of forklifts through performance of preventive maintenance and effective troubleshooting of malfunctions.
  • Aided in the reduction of overall lead time, promptly transporting materials from receiving dock to designated storage areas using a forklift.
  • Manually counted Number of picked and packaged orders for any loss.
  • Enhanced team productivity by providing on-the-job training to new forklift operators, ensuring proper handling techniques were followed at all times.
  • Maneuvered forklift safely in congested and confined areas using Skill and Technique.
  • Assisted in inventory management through accurate record-keeping of forklift operations and stock movement.
  • Monitored area for pedestrian and vehicular traffic while operating various types of equipment.
  • Safeguarded quality of products stored in the warehouse by ensuring proper stacking techniques and adherence to weight restrictions while operating a forklift.
  • Assisted with periodic physical inventory counts, ensuring accuracy and integrity in stock records through meticulous tracking of items moved via the use of a warehouse forklifter.
  • Drove carts, dollies, hand trucks, mobile power-propelled trucks and other moving equipment to move large quantities of merchandise.
  • Turned in paperwork outlining orders for inspection before loading, marking load tickets for out of stock items, withholding or completing orders as necessary and inspecting trucks before departure.
  • Kept up-to-date on company policies and procedures relating to forklift operations through continuous training sessions and self-directed learning.
  • Fostered positive working relationships with colleagues and supervisors, promoting teamwork and collaboration within the warehouse environment while executing daily forklift tasks.
  • Packed items into appropriate containers for shipment.
  • Transported stowed product inventory to various locations throughout unit, labeling and replenishing inventory items, making boxes and loading and unloading trailers to keep stock in proper condition.
  • Expedited shipment processes by accurately pulling orders from inventory shelves using a forklift following pick tickets specifications.
  • Collaborated with other warehouse team members, ensuring smooth workflow through effective communication during forklift operations.
  • Supported the shipping department with prompt loading and unloading tasks utilizing a variety of specialized attachments on the forklift as needed.
  • Improved overall warehouse cleanliness, routinely clearing debris from aisles with the use of attachments on the forklift.
  • Unloaded and stacked materials by raising and lowering lifting devices.

Education

High School Diploma -

Pima Vocational High School
Tucson Estates, AZ

Journeyman - Carpentry

Carpenter Union
Phoenix Az

Skills

  • Seasonal maintenance
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Pest control
  • Irrigation systems
  • Tree planting
  • Tool maintenance
  • Lawn aeration
  • Weed management
  • Water feature installation
  • Tree pruning
  • Leaf blowing
  • Strong work ethic
  • Lawn mowing proficiency
  • Heavy lifting

Certification

OSHA 10 , OSHA 30 . Scaffold. Journeyman Union certificate. Waxy training. Serve safe. Operators license.

Timeline

Landscape Worker

Canyon Ridge
12.2024 - Current

Concrete Finisher

Olsens Structures
04.2023 - 01.2025

Scaffold Builder

Hoffman Structures
02.2022 - 08.2024

Form Setter

KNG
03.2021 - 08.2022

Finish Carpenter

Hoffman Structures
02.2021 - 09.2023

General Laborer

Republic Services
02.2021 - 04.2023

Warehouse Forklift Operator

Republic Services
02.2020 - 04.2021

Installation Helper

Masco
02.2017 - 01.2022

High School Diploma -

Pima Vocational High School

Journeyman - Carpentry

Carpenter Union

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