Robert Bain
Kingston,NY
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Carpenter Apprentice
Etan Kerr-Finney
04.2025 - 12.2025
- Assisted in measuring and cutting materials for various carpentry projects
- Learned to operate hand and power tools safely under supervision
- Supported senior carpenters in assembling structures according to blueprints
- Maintained a clean and organized work area to enhance safety and efficiency
- Kept job site cleaned up properly and all debris disposed of in respective containers.
- Expanded knowledge in various carpentry techniques such as joinery methods, wood selection, and finishes through regular collaboration with skilled carpenters.
Construction Worker
Etan Kerr-Finney
04.2025 - 12.2025
- Followed safety protocols consistently to maintain a secure work environment.
- Loaded and unloaded materials, ensuring accuracy in inventory management.
- Assisted skilled tradespeople with various tasks, enhancing team productivity.
Post-Construction Cleaner
Craig Kafton
09.2023 - 03.2025
- Conducted thorough cleaning of post-construction sites, ensuring high standards of cleanliness and safety.
- Utilized industrial cleaning equipment to remove debris and dust from various surfaces efficiently.
- Collaborated with construction teams to schedule cleaning tasks around project timelines.
- Implemented best practices for waste disposal and recycling in compliance with local regulations.
Construction Worker
Craig Kafton
09.2023 - 03.2025
- Assisted in site preparation and excavation tasks following safety protocols.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete construction tasks efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely project completion.
- Maintained clean and organized work areas to promote safety standards.
Automotive Parts Specialist
Valley View Services
05.2019 - 07.2023
- Managed inventory levels to ensure timely availability of automotive parts
- Stocked storage areas with merchandise from new trucks, following bins system accurately to minimize inventory errors.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment, adhering to safety guidelines and regulations.
- Received and restocked product, keeping sales floor shelves full and ready for customers' purchases.
- Organized parts storage and stocked inventory according to established guidelines.
- Maintained clean and neat parts counter and sales floor.
- Set up merchandise displays and organized parts on shelves to maximize customer interest and promote overstocks.
Automotive Lube Technician
Valley View Services
05.2019 - 07.2023
- Performed routine oil changes and fluid top-offs to maintain vehicle performance.
- Assisted in maintaining clean work area and adhering to safety protocols.
- Topped off fluids in vehicle engines to lubricate, protect, and cool engine.
- Kept shop areas neat, clean, and free of safety hazards.
- Dismounted and mounted tires to perform air checks, rotations, and rebalances.
- Enhanced shop productivity by consistently completing lubrication tasks within specified timeframes.
- Safeguarded the environment through responsible disposal of used oil, filters, batteries, and other hazardous materials according to local regulations.
- Demonstrated versatility by performing additional tasks, such as assisting with basic repairs or supporting the front desk staff during peak service times.
- Changed oil and filters in customer vehicles and safely disposed of used oil in approved receptacles.
- Maintained a clean and organized work environment for optimal efficiency and safety.
- Performed tire rotations and recommended necessary tire replacements to promote tire functionality and vehicle safety.
- Assisted other lube technicians and mechanics in vehicle diagnostic and repair work to enable timely completion of service tickets.
- Cleaned automotive service bays and removed debris and Type to promote organized work environment.
- Repaired and replaced worn and damaged components.
Janitor
Valley View Services
05.2019 - 07.2023
- Maintained cleanliness and sanitation standards in facilities, ensuring safe environments for staff and visitors.
- Operated cleaning machinery effectively to enhance operational efficiency across multiple areas.
- Inspected and restocked cleaning supplies to support uninterrupted service delivery throughout the facility.
- Implemented waste management protocols, promoting environmentally responsible disposal practices.
Dishwasher
Villiage Tavern & Trattoria
03.2018 - 04.2019
- Operated commercial dishwashing machines to maintain cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure timely availability of clean dishes and utensils.
- Maintained organization of dish area for optimal workflow and efficiency.
- Implemented best practices for waste management, contributing to a sustainable kitchen environment.
Prep Line Cook
Villiage Tavern & Trattoria
03.2018 - 04.2019
- Prepared ingredients following standardized recipes to ensure consistency and quality.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of kitchen stations to promote efficiency and safety.
- Assisted in inventory management by tracking ingredient usage and notifying supervisors of shortages.
- Collaborated with chefs to streamline food preparation processes, enhancing service speed during peak hours.
Education
High School Diploma -
Nel/Cps Construction Career Academy
Cranston, RI06-2010
Skills
- Heavy lifting
- General carpentry
- Hardware installation
- Restaurant equipment maintenance
- Hauling debris
- Power tool operation
- Wood finishing
- Hand and power tools
- Attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable
- Problem-solving
- Demolition and cleanup
- General laborer
- Drywall installation
- Physical stamina
- Residential and commercial renovations
- Drywalling
- Surface sanding
- Interior and exterior painting
- Power tool maintenance and care
- Site maintenance
- Surface finishing
- Lifts up to 80 pounds
- Cleaning expertise
- Restroom care
- Mopping techniques
- Window washing
- Dusting proficiency
- Basic repairs
- Snow removal
- Lawn mowing
- Appliance cleaning
- Bathroom sanitation
- Recycling
- Safety compliance
- Floor maintenance
- Polishing surfaces
- Outdoor cleaning
- Spot cleaning
- Vacuum operation
- Grounds upkeep
- Spill cleanup procedures
- Graffiti removal
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Dependable and responsible
- Fluid checks
- Tire changing and rotation
- Oil changes
- Replacing parts
- Battery replacements
- Battery installation
- Tire rotations
- Automotive lift operation
- Vehicle oil change
- Bay maintenance
- Willing to learn
- Hardworking and dedicated
- Parts replacement
- Work area cleanliness
- Tire balancing
- Managing parts
- Food preparation
- Hot food preparation
- Knife skills
- Cooking techniques
- Frying techniques
- Sanitation practices
- Stock rotation
- Meat cutting
- Allergen awareness
- Grilling techniques
- Vegetable chopping
- Ingredient identification
- Waste reduction
- Deep-frying techniques
- Willingness to learn
- Quick-learning
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Cleaning and organization
- Efficient multitasking
- Kitchen organization
- Safe food handling
- Equipment sanitation
- Chopping vegetables
Additional Information
References
- Etan Kerr-Finney (303)550-4814
- Craig Kafton (917) 860-5337
- Frank Lombardi (401)353-9847
- Tom McDonald (845) 616-2842
- David Lindsey (575) 313-5746
- Emil Calderone (845) 797-4200
Timeline
Carpenter Apprentice
Etan Kerr-Finney
04.2025 - 12.2025
Construction Worker
Etan Kerr-Finney
04.2025 - 12.2025
Post-Construction Cleaner
Craig Kafton
09.2023 - 03.2025
Construction Worker
Craig Kafton
09.2023 - 03.2025
Automotive Parts Specialist
Valley View Services
05.2019 - 07.2023
Automotive Lube Technician
Valley View Services
05.2019 - 07.2023
Janitor
Valley View Services
05.2019 - 07.2023
Dishwasher
Villiage Tavern & Trattoria
03.2018 - 04.2019
Prep Line Cook
Villiage Tavern & Trattoria
03.2018 - 04.2019
High School Diploma -
Nel/Cps Construction Career Academy