Rudy De Gazon

Work History

Masonry, Tiling •Painting

01.2015 - Current

Collaborated with clients to define project requirements and deliverables.
Negotiated fees and contracts to reach mutually beneficial agreements with clients.
Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
Cultivated positive relationships with vendors to deliver timely and cost-effective supply of services and materials.
Optimized customer experience by delivering superior services and effectively troubleshooting issues.
Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
Designed and implemented new features and enhancements to improve existing applications.

De Gazon Contractors

01.2013 - 01.2015

Scheduled routine site maintenance and repair activities to avoid office disruptions.
Input data into spreadsheets and databases.
Assisted in renovations by removing refuse, performing light demolition and painting and installing sheetrock.
Leveled forms to hold concrete to desired pitch and depth for structures and foundations.
Positioned and held lumber, timber and paneling in place to prepare for cutting and fastening.
Operated variety of power tools and hand tools.
Maintained tools and equipment in good working condition.
Performed demolition work on existing structures.
Assisted with plastering, tiling and carpentry.
Unloaded and stored construction materials.

01.2010 - 01.2012

Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
Introduced new methods, practices, and systems to reduce turnaround time.
Generated additional revenue streams through constructive partner and client relationships.
Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
Cultivated and strengthened lasting client relationships using strong issue resolution and dynamic communication skills.
Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
Updated and resolved incidents and managed accessorial charges objectively while maximizing profit.

Marine Utilities Limited Services

01.2007 - 01.2012

Assisted head chef in cooking dishes according to ingredients.
Chopped ingredients and garnishes.
Checked food inventory and ordered ingredients.
Cleaned kitchen work area by sanitizing all cooking equipment, utensils and counters.
Stored food safely and orderly in freezer and refrigerator.
Maintained cleanliness and order of kitchen prep areas and appliances as well as convenient organization of ingredients.
Managed food preparation activities, such as cutting ingredients to size and preparing sauces and garnishes.
Prepped ingredients ahead of time to increase cooking and service speed.
Wrapped, dated, and stored food in refrigerators under standardized temperature for future uses.
Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling and preparation techniques.
Prepared and cooked quality meals in high-volume, fast-paced service environments.
Used variety of kitchen tools and appliances to prepare ingredients and meals.
Replenished food and ingredients supplies to meet service demand.
Received delivered, sorted produce and stored supplies quickly to maintain quality and condition.
Cleaned and oiled kitchen equipment to maintain optimized function.
Floated throughout kitchen to assist in meal preparation and plating, effectively anticipating chef, and waiting staff's needs.
Verified food temperatures and quality ahead of service to maintain standards.

Inland and Offshore Contractors Limited

01.2005 - 01.2007

Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
Fabricated pipe sections and components to specification using cutting, threading and welding equipment.
Installed new systems and connected piping to existing components by welding, bolting and threading.
Appropriately fitted pipes by identifying dimensions, sizes, and shapes needed to replace faulty pipes.
Performed tests to check quality of pipe and piping systems and make adjustments as necessary.
Connected piping systems to water heaters, boilers, pumps and auxillary equipment to complete installations.
Performed preventive maintenance to clean, adjust and lubricate piping systems and parts.
Calibrated piping systems and components to optimize performance.
Operated drill motors, grinders, chop saws, hack saws, and burning torches to perform tasks.
Measured, threaded, and cut materials to correct angles.
Fabricated piping pieces and components in line with design specifications for each system.
Planned pipe system layout, installation and repair according to specifications.
Eliminated risks by correctly identifying potential safety hazards.
Used clamps and brackets to attach pipes to walls, structures and fixtures.
Assisted with repairs to steam, drainage, and sewer lines.

C. Howard James Interior Decoration Limited

01.2000 - 01.2005

Operated tools, equipment, and machinery according to safety standards.
Installed complete systems at new residential and business construction sites.
Laid out materials and system components to prepare for installation.
Inspected installations to check for functionality and maintain customer satisfaction.
Calculated materials and time needed for each job.
Communicated quickly and accurately with supervisors about problematic sites, missed installations or other issues.
Developed and maintained professional relationships with customers and vendors to promote loyalty and referrals.
Supported customer satisfaction, providing detailed instructions and demonstrations on proper system operation.
Used appropriate PPE to reduce risks when working with electrical and communications systems.
Assisted with system design and layout to optimize installations and continuous performance.
Trimmed cut or torn fabric using scissors or knives and stitched trimmed edges together.