Raymond Soto
Deer Park,NY
Summary
Experienced supervisor with the New York City Transit Authority, adept at monitoring employee activities and assigning tasks to meet demands. Skilled in tracking employee performance to identify areas of strength and improvement. Proven ability to adjust staff methods to achieve new objectives aligned with company demands. Efficiently manages daily workloads by organizing effective schedules and delegating tasks. Successfully controls labor costs by streamlining workflows based on expected demands. Contributes to effective decision-making through detailed reports on daily operations.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
Work History
Supervisor
New York City Transit Authority
New York, NY
07.2018 - Current
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Monitored workflow to improve employee time management and increase productivity.
- Evaluated employee performance and coached and trained to improve weak areas.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations, accidents or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
SMA Maintainer
New York City Transit Authority
New York, NY
10.2010 - 07.2018
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Glazier /Glass Installer
Hampton Glass & Mirror
Southampton, NY
05.2008 - 10.2010
- Secured glass panes into frames and sashes using clips, points or moldings, adding weather seals or putty around pane edges to seal joints.
- Prepped glass for cutting by applying oil to cutting lines, smoothing cut edges through polishing and grinding.
- Conducted precise glass cutting for custom projects, ensuring accurate fit and client expectations were met.
- Enhanced workplace safety by implementing proper glass handling techniques and adhering to industry regulations.
- Improved customer satisfaction with timely installations of glass windows, doors, and mirrors.
Carpenter Foreman
Construction Services Corp.
East Meadow, NY
08.1995 - 05.2008
- Mentored junior carpenters to develop their skills, ensuring a well-trained workforce for future projects.
- Increased project efficiency by delegating tasks and supervising a team of carpenters.
- Ensured compliance with building codes by thoroughly reviewing design plans before commencing construction tasks.
- Reduced material waste by implementing accurate measurements, cutting techniques, and proper storage practices.
- Enhanced client satisfaction with high-quality craftsmanship in custom carpentry work.
- Managed subcontractors effectively to ensure timely delivery of materials and services without compromising quality.
- Maintained organized records of blueprints, plans, and specifications for easy access during the construction process.
- Inspected work performed by carpentry crews to check completion of job specifications.
Lead Carpenter
Triple A Contracting Corp.
Bayport, NY
03.1993 - 07.1995
- Read and interpreted blueprints to follow specifications of projects.
- Inspected job sites to identify potential hazards and establish protection and safety standards.
- Assisted in training new carpenters to demonstrate techniques, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
- Planned projects by identifying necessary equipment, tools, and required assistance.
Carpenter
J&l Contracting Corp.
Point Lookout, NY
07.1988 - 03.1993
- Demonstrated versatility in carpentry techniques, working proficiently with both hand tools and power tools to achieve desired results.
- Specialized in specific carpentry tasks such as framing, finish work, or restoration projects to provide clients with tailored services and high-quality results.
Education
High School Diploma -
Elmont Memorial High School
Elmont, NY06.1986
Skills
- Extensive knowledge in the construction field
- Team leadership
- Cost Scheduling and coordinating
- Problem resolution
- Control Time management
- Verbal and written communication
- Knowledgeable of Excel
- Knowledgeable of Word
- Knowledgeable of Spreadsheets
- Knowledgeable of EAM
- Knowledgeable of Smart Track
- Excellent safe jobsite history
- Multitasking Abilities
Accomplishments
Times Square Station- staircase replacement, 182nd Street - Grand Concourse Station-staircase replacement, install and reconfigure new drains, 149th Street-Grand Concourse Station Renovation- tiles, platforms, drains, painting., 14th Street - 8th Ave Station-Track quarter's facility construction project, Multiple vent projects, Multiple Employee Facility Enhancement projects, Multiple Employee Facility Enhancement projects, 179th Street and Hillside Avenue-Vent rehabilitation, Hoyt and Schermerhorn Station EMD Facility construction project, Supervisor Bergen Street Carpenter Shop , currently a Supervisor at 14th Street Facilities and Maintenance taking care of trouble calls , daily overhead threat inspections , daily Slip Trip and Fall inspections .
Timeline
Supervisor
New York City Transit Authority
07.2018 - Current
SMA Maintainer
New York City Transit Authority
10.2010 - 07.2018
Glazier /Glass Installer
Hampton Glass & Mirror
05.2008 - 10.2010
Carpenter Foreman
Construction Services Corp.
08.1995 - 05.2008
Lead Carpenter
Triple A Contracting Corp.
03.1993 - 07.1995
Carpenter
J&l Contracting Corp.
07.1988 - 03.1993
High School Diploma -
Elmont Memorial High School
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