Siosifa Latu
Stockton,CA
Summary
Skilled Heavy Machine Operator with background in handling, maintaining, and repairing heavy machinery. Strengths include ability to follow safety protocols, troubleshoot mechanical issues, and manage time efficiently. Have made significant contributions in previous roles by ensuring work is completed on schedule and machinery is kept in peak operating condition.
Overview
3
3
Languages
8
8
years of post-secondary education
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Tow Truck Driver
City Wide Towing & Recovery Service
Stockton, CA
11.2025 - Current
- Operated tow trucks for roadside recoveries across city routes and highways.
- Hooked up disabled vehicles using winches, chains, and wheel-lift equipment.
- Inspected vehicles before loading and securing damaged cars for transport.
- Communicated with dispatch, police, and customers during towing calls.
- Followed safety procedures while loading, transporting, and unloading vehicles.
- Completed accident scene cleanups and handled impound yard transfers.
- Maintained towing logs, service records, and vehicle condition reports.
- Assisted stranded drivers with jump starts, tire changes, and lockouts.
Business Owner
Vale 2Do Apparel Co
Stockton, CA
07.2017 - 12.2024
- Directed apparel production, sales, and daily operations for Vale 2Do Apparel Co.
- Oversaw daily operations of the business and provided guidance when needed.
- Managed customer orders, quotes, and follow-up communications for custom apparel projects.
- Negotiated vendor pricing, delivery schedules, and material sourcing for apparel materials.
- Maintained financial records for transactions and invoicing.
- Kept records for production, inventory, income, and expenses.
- Interviewed, trained, and supervised employees.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors for supplies and services.
- Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
- Supervised marketing content, brand presentation, and online store updates.
- Updated website content regularly according to current trends within target markets.
- Participated in trade shows, conventions, and other events related to industry promotion.
- Developed business from ground up and prepared records and operations for smooth handover to new owners.
- Oversaw inventory, fabric, and supply.
Dump Truck Driver
Jerry Joy Concrete
Stockton
11.2006 - 09.2009
- Operated dump truck for Jerry Joy Concrete’s material deliveries and site hauling.
- Delivered construction materials such as asphalt, gravel, sand or dirt to work sites as directed by supervisor.
- Loaded and secured aggregate, sand, and concrete materials for transport.
- Inspected brakes, tires, lights, and fluid levels before each route.
Laborer
Hafoka Electric
Stockton, Utah
09.1997 - 09.2008
- Assisted electricians with electrical installations on Hafoka Electric job sites.
- Pulled wire and cable through conduit and walls.
- Trench for underground electrical runs and site preparation.
- Loaded and unloaded electrical materials, tools, and equipment.
- Organized materials and supplies for daily Hafoka Electric work.
- Cleared debris and organized tools on job sites to maintain safety and efficiency. and removed debris after electrical tasks.
- Followed safety practices around power tools and live electrical areas.
Apprentice Carpenter
Magnum One Builders
Stockton, CA
11.2004 - 06.2008
- Installed wall framing, sheathing, and trim using hand and power tools.
- Measured and cut lumber for Magnum One Builders residential construction projects.
- Assembled doors, windows, and cabinetry with accurate fit and alignment.
- Interpreted Magnum One Builders blueprints for framing and finish carpentry tasks.
- Maintained clean, safe jobsite conditions following Magnum One Builders safety standards.
Education
Harley Davidson
Motorcycle Mechanic Institute
Phoenix, AZ 11.2025 - 02.2026
Masters Certificate - Caterpillar Masters Program
Caterpillar University
Stockton, CA 09.2012 - 08.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Science
San Joaquin Delta College
Stockton, CA 08.2012 - 06.2014
Automotive Certification - Auto Program
Universal Technical Institute
Sacramento, CA 05.2009 - 09.2011
Diesel Certification - Diesel Program
Universal Technical Institute
Sacramento, CA 10.2010 - 06.2011
Linden High School
Linden, CASkills
- Towing equipment operation
- Vehicle diagnostics
- Roadside assistance
- Brake systems
- Basic vehicle maintenance
- Heavy equipment
- Diesel engines
- Electrical systems
- Hydraulics
- Vehicle inspection
- Trailer coupling and uncoupling
- Trailer maintenance
- Equipment maintenance
- Defensive driving techniques
- Emergency response
- Accident scene management
- Safety procedures
- Customer communication
- Record keeping
- Organizational planning
- Stress management
- Problem-solving capacity
- Analytical thinking
- Troubleshooting
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Professional conduct
- Conflict management
- Reliability
- Strong work ethic
- Forklift operation
- Truck weighing
Languages
English
Professional
Tonga
Professional
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Harley Davidson
Motorcycle Mechanic Institute
11.2025 - 02.2026
Tow Truck Driver
City Wide Towing & Recovery Service
11.2025 - Current
Business Owner
Vale 2Do Apparel Co
07.2017 - 12.2024
Masters Certificate - Caterpillar Masters Program
Caterpillar University
09.2012 - 08.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Science
San Joaquin Delta College
08.2012 - 06.2014
Diesel Certification - Diesel Program
Universal Technical Institute
10.2010 - 06.2011
Automotive Certification - Auto Program
Universal Technical Institute
05.2009 - 09.2011
Dump Truck Driver
Jerry Joy Concrete
11.2006 - 09.2009
Apprentice Carpenter
Magnum One Builders
11.2004 - 06.2008
Laborer
Hafoka Electric
09.1997 - 09.2008
Linden High School