Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Certification
Modular Shelving Components
CONTRACTOR D.O.D
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Samuel Velazquez Caraballo

Project Manager/Furniture Professional
Orlando

Summary

I am a dependable Installer with over 20 years experience working on installation projects involving various components and materials. I have been considered, by past employers, as a dependable professional with a strong background in installing, maintaining and repairing systems and components. I have a keen sense to attention to detail. I am strong and energetic with a driven work ethic and consistent attendance record. I am highly skilled at reading designs and properly assembling furniture to specifications. I continually maintain equipment safety and performance with in-depth inspections and corrections. I am dedicated to ensure compliance with safety and quality requirements.

I am highly skilled at meeting challenging objectives and tight deadlines. I am known for my ability work as a liaison between customers and contractors to accomplish projects on time. I am organized and always motivated and eager to apply my time management and organizational skills in various environments. I am dedicated to providing first-class results in installation of new or used furniture.

I am seeking an opportunity to not only use what I currently know but to expand my current skill set while facilitating company growth.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Office Furniture Installer /Teacher

Beyond Cubicles
Tampa, FL
02.2021 - Current
  • Demonstrate proper use of equipment to reduce accidents and meet health and safety requirements.
  • Install complete systems at new residential and business construction sites.
  • Read and comprehend technical documentation, check measurements and review site conditions to facilitate installation.
  • Test and troubleshoot systems to alleviate potential issues.
  • Maintain inventory of supplies, materials and tools to complete work on job sites.
  • Knowledgeable in wiring equipment while following safe electrical procedures to eliminate risk.
  • Remove systems and fixtures to prepare for replacements.
  • Assess blueprints, schematics and repair manuals to assess malfunctions and perform repairs, as it pertains to the furniture.
  • Replace defective furniture components and securely connect new items to existing structures.
  • Test furniture products for conformance with specifications to satisfy customers' work orders.
  • Complete scheduled appointments on time to drive quality service.
  • Install new components or replace defective parts to restore functionality.
  • Troubleshoot malfunctions and diagnose issues to service equipment quickly and fully.

Inventory Specialist/Service Technician/Team Lead

Commercial Design Services
Orlando, FL
04.2011 - 06.2021
  • Loaded and unloaded trucks from dock using ramps and lift gates.
  • Assisted customers with transporting furniture into homes and offices.
  • Prepared new facilities for office moves and setups by placing desks and chairs in specified areas.
  • Performed minor and complex repairs of furniture pieces, complying with Company/Client guidelines.
  • Assisted Sales Reps/employees with loading orders into delivery truck.
  • Read and interpreted furniture prints and models for proper layout.
  • Confirmed work schedules with dispatch teams daily to prioritize deliveries.
  • Organized inventory of shop tools and repaired materials for easy accessibility.
  • Painted and color-matched for finished wood products.
  • Completed timesheets, bills of labor, tick sheets and inventories.
  • Assembled furniture prior to delivery to customer and assessed components for damage.
  • Applied proper procedures when lifting and hauling products over 50 pounds.
  • Removed edges of cut or torn edge seams
  • Tested furniture and fabric to create products for conformance with specifications to satisfy customers' work orders.
  • Inspected furniture items for issues impacting safety or performance.
  • Replaced defective furniture components and securely connected new items to existing structures.
  • Completed scheduled appointments on time to drive quality service.
  • Installed new components or replaced defective parts to restore functionality.
  • Troubleshot malfunctions and diagnosed issues to service equipment quickly and fully.
  • Filled out work orders, repair logs and maintenance plans to document work completed.

Field Supervisor

Furniture Business Interiors
Lake Mary, FL
2007 - 2011
  • Performed physical activities requiring heavy lifting, walking and standing for long periods of time.
  • Maintained clean, safe working environment by removing debris from job site prior to shift completion.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete assigned tasks and meet tight deadlines.
  • Performed regular servicing and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment.
  • Sorted and placed materials or items on racks, shelves or in bins to keep warehouse organized.
  • Responsible for completing punch items for each job, as needed.
  • Ensured safe working conditions and compliance with all safety regulations.
  • Completed variety of physical labor tasks.
  • Prepared items for transportation installing bracing, padding and strapping to prevent damage.
  • Cut materials into specified sizes for installation using a variety of power tools.
  • Operated and maintained a variety of equipment including hand and power tools.
  • Read work orders, instructions or specifications to determine work activities.
  • Understood and followed oral and written directions.
  • Loaded and unloaded daily material shipments, keeping products organized and secure to prevent damage and optimize handling.
  • Met company and OSHA safety guidelines for work site operations to minimize worker risk.
  • Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to load and unload supplies and materials.
  • Managed all incoming freight and shipping orders.
  • Completed stock inventories to identify and address issues negatively impacting controls.
  • Performed data entry and completed proper paperwork.
  • Realigned production schedules to factor in changing conditions such as materials shortages and evolving designs.

Field Supervisor

Workscapes, Inc.
Orlando, FL
01.2000 - 02.2007
  • Met with customers to resolve issues and build productive relationships.
  • Kept teams on task to complete milestones on time.
  • Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures in relation to furniture installation.
  • Inspected sights to evaluate safety, operations and crew performance against objectives.
  • Communicated with stakeholders on job milestones.
  • Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
  • Planned and scheduled field activities according to set timelines and order of operations.
  • Evaluated performance and progress, and made proactive adjustments.
  • Reviewed and studied blueprints/floorplans to double-check installation and implementation project requirements.
  • Monitored product quality and communicated necessary improvements to site superintendent.
  • Inspected and documented products for damage and quality prior to installation or delivery.
  • Uncrated, assembled, installed and repaired furniture and office equipment in customers' homes or offices.
  • Installed new and used free-standing furniture, panels and modular systems.
  • Reviewed installation plans with senior installation personnel to install product to meet space plans.
  • Followed manufacturer manuals, diagrams and specifications to properly install and repair office furniture and equipment.
  • Operated forklifts, pallet jacks, hand trucks and dollies to move furniture and equipment to different areas and rearrange within warehouse.
  • Used a variety of hand and power tools to attach metal braces, corner blocks, dust bottoms and moldings.
  • Assembled and installed electronic, electrical and wiring components in modular systems furniture.
  • Completed daily installations according to strict schedules, inventories and customer needs.
  • Managed maintenance activities, supervised staff and inspected equipment.

Education

Hartford Public High
55 FOREST ST. Hartford CT.
02.2005

Skills

  • Fluent in Spanish & English
  • Reliable & Trustworthy
  • Maintenance & Repair
  • Taking Precise Measurements
  • Productivity Performance & Worksite Preparation
  • Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
  • Construction Knowledge
  • Customer Service
  • Friendly, Positive Attitude
  • Supervision & Leadership
  • Planning & Organizing
  • Project Management
  • Managing Multiple Tasks

Languages

English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Certification

Modular Shelving Components: Training in Aurora IL., in 2003 by RICHARD WILCOX INC.

Modular Shelving Components

Certified Training: Stationary/Mobile Shelving - (Preformed at Richard Wilcox Inc. in Aurora IL.). I was able to not only utilized the training I received but was able to take it to the next level at each company I worked for - Workscapes Inc. and FBI, Florida Business Interiors.. This training has been performed in Government Agencies across Central Florida/Restaurants/Attorneys Offices.

CONTRACTOR D.O.D

I have worked on several jobs with the Department of Defense.  Currently I am working with them through my employer, Beyond Cubicles.  They have a current contract with Space Force. This takes special clearence. 

Timeline

Office Furniture Installer /Teacher

Beyond Cubicles
02.2021 - Current

Inventory Specialist/Service Technician/Team Lead

Commercial Design Services
04.2011 - 06.2021

Field Supervisor

Furniture Business Interiors
2007 - 2011

Field Supervisor

Workscapes, Inc.
01.2000 - 02.2007

Hartford Public High

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