TARA CARLON
MANTECA
Summary
Driven by creativity, empathy, and diligence. Natural ability to lead and work well within a team. Seeking a change in gears to better my future. Eager to find a place to grow, soar, and thrive while continuously learning, teaching, and leading. Ultimate goal is to succeed and be an integral part of a company that feels like the perfect fit.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Industrial Painter/ Sandblaster
Jag Industrial Marine Services
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Thoroughly clean, sand, scrape, and mask industrial surfaces to ensure proper paint adhesion
- Apply various types of industrial paints and coatings using spray guns, brushes, rollers, and other specialized equipment, following manufacturer specifications
- Accurately mix paints to achieve required color schemes
- Strictly follow safety procedures, wear appropriate protective gear (respirators, safety glasses, suits), and maintain a clean worksite
- Skillful use of spray guns for precise and even paint application
- Ability to work in confined spaces, climb ladders, lift heavy materials, and stand for extended periods
- Proficiency in various surface cleaning and preparation techniques like sanding, blasting, and chemical stripping
CNA/Caregiver/Home Health Aide
IHSS
08.2019 - 12.2022
- Assisting patients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and toileting
- Monitoring vital signs and reporting any changes in patient condition to the nursing team
- Supporting mobility efforts, including transferring patients between beds, wheelchairs, and other locations
- Delivering meals and assisting with feeding as needed, ensuring dietary requirements are met
- Maintaining accurate patient records and documenting care activities in accordance with facility policies
- Providing compassionate emotional support to patients and their families
- Adhering to infection control protocols and maintaining cleanliness in patient areas
- Collaborating with the nursing and interdisciplinary team to deliver high-quality care
- Assisting with additional tasks as assigned by the supervising nurse or facility management
Industrial Painter/ Sandblaster
Vigor Industrial Shipyard
03.2014 - 08.2019
- Operating sandblasting equipment to thoroughly clean metal surfaces by removing old paint, rust, scale, and other debris
- Selecting the appropriate abrasive media based on the surface material and desired finish
- Inspecting blasted surfaces for cleanliness and quality before proceeding to painting
- Mixing and applying primer coats, intermediate coats, and topcoat finishes using spray guns, rollers, or brushes depending on the project requirements
- Ensuring proper paint application techniques to achieve even coverage and desired finish
- Adhering to all safety protocols related to abrasive blasting and paint application, including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) like respirators, gloves, and safety goggles
- Following hazardous materials handling procedures
Assistant Manager >Store Manager
Ketchicandies
03.2014 - 03.2017
- Performed daily store opening and closing duties, ensuring that all store policies were followed
- Developed and implemented an efficient filing system to track and store documents, resulting in improved organization and retrieval of documents
- Maximized store space and visibility through effective store layout and design
- Ensured store safety by monitoring customer activity and enforcing store policies
- Provided exceptional customer service
- Made from scratch a wide variety of delicious candies
- Designed store Logo and made a variety of our store clothing and accessories
Education
MBA - Entrepreneurship
SNHU
Online03-2023
Certificate - Medical Assisting
Silicon Valley College
Walnut Creek, CA03-2003
High School Diploma -
Vista High School
San Pablo, CA06-2002
Skills
Adaptability & Flexibility
Conflict Resolution & Data Analysis
Creativity & Self Motivation
Leadership & Communication
Work Ethic & Team Work
Problem Solving & Critical Thinking
Time Management & Project Management
Empathy & Deligent
Accomplishments
Re-Organized,Repaired things to work better
Identified problems and solved them
Came up with new ideas that improved things
Developed and implemented new affective procedures and systems
Worked and succeeded on special projects
Received awards
Been complimented by supervisors and
co-workers
Certification
- Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)
- CPR/AED Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - State Boards of Nursing.
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA).
- Respirator Fit Testing Certification – Various Health and Safety Organizations.
- First Aid/CPR/AED Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
- Fall Protection Certificate Program - Various Authorized Providers.
- Hazardous Materials Handler Certificate (HazMat) - Various Authorized Providers.
- PDCA Accredited Contractor – PDCA, Painting Contractors Association.
- Confined Space Entry Training Certificate - Various Authorized Providers.
- Lead Abatement Worker Certification - Department of Labor or State Equivalent.
- Fireproofing Technician Certification – National Fireproofing Contractors Association.
- Asbestos Abatement Worker Certification - Department of Labor or State Equivalent.
- Scaffold Competent Person Training - Various Authorized Providers.
- Baton Permit - Various State Police or Bureau of Security and Investigative Services.
Timeline
Industrial Painter/ Sandblaster
Jag Industrial Marine Services
01.2023 - 12.2024
CNA/Caregiver/Home Health Aide
IHSS
08.2019 - 12.2022
Industrial Painter/ Sandblaster
Vigor Industrial Shipyard
03.2014 - 08.2019
Assistant Manager >Store Manager
Ketchicandies
03.2014 - 03.2017
MBA - Entrepreneurship
SNHU
Certificate - Medical Assisting
Silicon Valley College
High School Diploma -
Vista High School
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