Roger Vargas
North Chicago,IL
Summary
Fast-working Taper with great qualifications in drywall mixing and joint sealing. Collaborative team player with exceptional math and communication skills. Motivated Apprentice with expertise using equipment, hand tools and power tools to complete tasks quickly and accurately. Committed to bringing hardworking mentality and mechanical skills to workplace. Flexible individual willing to work long hours. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Taper/ Drywall Finisher
The Edge Construction
11.2021 - Current
- Patch work, Installing insulation, Use of automatic taping tools, knives, Commercial, Hang drywall, Use of stilts, bakers, and scaffolds, scissor lifts, Spray insulation/ Fire caulk, In charge of running crews of up to 8 tapers
- Spread compound material over taped areas, flats and butts.
- Handled all taping and finishing of plasterboard to interiors of buildings.
- Accurately read, understood and carried out written instructions.
- Used scaffolding and ladders to work on high ceilings.
- Prepared surfaces for painting by smoothing and filling cracks in drywall.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Inventoried all materials and tools before each shift in preparation of projects.
Taper/ Drywall Finisher
Tito's Drywall, IL
01.2018 - 11.2021
- Patch work, Installing insulation, Use of automatic taping tools, knives, Commercial and residential, New homes & Remodels, Use of stilts, bakers, and scaffolds, Use of paint sprayer, Texture
- Maintained safe working environment by removing debris and used materials.
- Used scaffolding and ladders to work on high ceilings.
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Cut and hung drywall on walls and ceilings, taping and finishing joints and corners.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
Line cook
Baker Square, Wilmette, IL
07.2013 - 03.2019
- Food Preparation, Line Cook, Dishwashing, Stocking the Inventory, Communicating with servers, Follow recipes and make food presentable, Cleaning of the grill, benchtop, broiler, oven, Maintaining kitchen hygiene & high standards of food, Purchasing Produce
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Grilled meats and seafood to customer specifications.
- Maintained well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity.
- Changed and sanitized cutting boards, benches, and surfaces between tasks to avoid cross-contamination.
- Trained new kitchen staff on food safety, preparation and cooking techniques.
Supervisor, Line Cook
Blackfinn, Brookfield
02.2017 - 07.2018
- Inventory, Stocking of Inventory, Maintaining kitchen hygiene & high standards of food, Cleaning of the grill, benchtop, broiler, oven, Food preparation, Dishwashing, Communicating with servers, kitchen staff, Follow recipes and make food presentable, Placing Inventory Orders, Line Cook
- Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Followed restaurant stock management schedule to monitor product freshness and rotate out old products.
- Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
Delivery Driver
Aquatics, Inc, Norridge, IL
10.2015 - 02.2017
- Package live fish, Handling orders, Communicating with buyers, Load and unload boxes, Interstate driving
Line Cook
Sunset Ridge Country Club, Northfield, IL
05.2013 - 07.2014
- Food Preparation for Banquets/ A La Carte, Cleaning of the grill, benchtop, broiler, oven, Stocking Inventory, Dishwashing, Maintaining kitchen hygiene & high standards of food, Follow recipes and make food presentable
Education
Associate of Science - HVAC Installation And Repair
College of Lake County
Grayslake, IL06.2026
Some College (No Degree) -
Oakton Community College
Des Plaines, IL06.2023
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EPA Section 608 Universal Certificate
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OSHA 10 hr outreach trading program
GED -
Glenbrook South HS, Glenview, IL
Skills
- Bilingual
- EPA Certified
- OSHA 10 hour certified
- Valid Drivers License
- Punctual
- Great multi-tasker
- Fast learner
- Organized
- Adaptability
- Great Under Pressure
- Dependable
- Problem solving
- Leadership
- Works well with others
- Social
- Drywall preparation
- Safety procedure compliance
- Tool Maintenance
- Continuous Improvement
References
- Denice Cocom, Teacher, Woodland Middle School, 7000 W. Washington St., Gurnee, IL, 60031, (224)818-9508
- Karen Boeing, Owner of Aquatics Inc., Aquatics Inc., 7004 W Cullom Ave, Norridge, IL
- Kenia Aguilar, Former Employer, Volkswagen Credit Inc., 1401 Franklin Blvd, Libertyville, IL, 60048, (224)808-7611
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Lead Taper/ Drywall Finisher
The Edge Construction
11.2021 - Current
Taper/ Drywall Finisher
Tito's Drywall, IL
01.2018 - 11.2021
Supervisor, Line Cook
Blackfinn, Brookfield
02.2017 - 07.2018
Delivery Driver
Aquatics, Inc, Norridge, IL
10.2015 - 02.2017
Line cook
Baker Square, Wilmette, IL
07.2013 - 03.2019
Line Cook
Sunset Ridge Country Club, Northfield, IL
05.2013 - 07.2014
Associate of Science - HVAC Installation And Repair
College of Lake County
Some College (No Degree) -
Oakton Community College
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EPA Section 608 Universal Certificate
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OSHA 10 hr outreach trading program
GED -
Glenbrook South HS, Glenview, IL
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