Vidal Castorena
San Bernardino
Summary
Detail-oriented Operational Lead with extensive experience in bilingual team training, safety protocol implementation, and administrative reporting. Combining formal business education with hands-on expertise in the construction and school district sectors, I excel at streamlining workflows and improving community relations through linguistic support. Committed to maintaining high standards of facility excellence and workplace safety in fast-paced environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Custodian
ALVORD UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Riverside
06.2023 - Current
- Perform thorough cleaning of classrooms, offices, restrooms, and common areas.
- Sweeping, mopping, vacuuming, and disinfecting high-touch surfaces.
- Identify and report building maintenance needs.
- Perform minor repairs, such as replacing light bulbs, fixing leaky faucets, or adjusting furniture.
- Locking doors and windows, setting alarms, and ensuring that all entrance points are monitored.
- Maintain the exterior of the school, including picking up litter, clearing walkways, and assisting with minor landscaping tasks.
- Coordinate with school administration to set up and tear down furniture and equipment for assemblies, sporting events, and community meetings.
- Working closely with the head custodian and site administrators to prioritize tasks based on the school's daily schedule.
- Serving as a friendly, professional presence on campus, clearly communicating any safety hazards.
- Serve as a bilingual resource for the campus, translating safety protocols and work instructions for staff, and providing linguistic support to Spanish-speaking parents and community members during school hours and events.
Certified forklift driver / picker
EMSER TILE
Ontario
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Prepared daily reports for inventory and performed vehicle safety checks.
- Completed reports of work done, and daily goals met.
- Completed monthly safety courses.
- Translated documents for employees and communicated with clients in Spanish, ensuring accurate invoice translation during order pickups.
Construction Worker
FENCE CONSTRUCTION
Fremont
01.2018 - 03.2019
- Delivered safety instructions and technical guidance in English and Spanish during onboarding, enhancing new employee understanding of workplace safety protocols.
- Coordinated materials delivery and scheduled home visits by managing professional correspondence, including emails and phone calls, to improve operational efficiency.
- Facilitated communication with Spanish-speaking clients by translating project estimates and invoices, promoting clarity and agreement before work commenced.
Cleaning Crew Member
WORLD MARKET CENTER
Las Vegas
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Coordinated with decorators and warehouse leads to ensure furniture sets were assembled and staged according to specific design floor plans.
- Maintained consistent communication with supervisors regarding inventory status and project completion to meet strict deadlines before showroom openings.
- Provided regular updates on showroom readiness, identifying and communicating any maintenance or inventory needs to management immediately.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization in high-traffic areas, enhancing safety and visitor experience.
- Collaborated with team members to efficiently complete daily cleaning tasks, contributing to overall facility presentation.
- Trained new staff on cleaning techniques and safety protocols, fostering a knowledgeable and compliant team.
Collections associate
SMG CREDIT UNION
Jalisco
01.2013 - 01.2015
- Collect payments on past due bills.
- Locate customers using credit bureau information, background checks, loan documents, and other paperwork or databases.
- Created reports of delinquent payors.
- Handled sensitive financial documents and personal information with 100% accuracy and confidentiality, ensuring all actions met strict banking and legal standards.
- Utilized Microsoft Office software to create documents, spreadsheets, and presentations for various projects.
Education
Business Administration -
Universidad De Guadalajara Campus Centro Universitario De La Costa Sur
Autlan De Navarro, JAL12-2017
Skills
- Safety compliance
- Facility management
- Equipment maintenance
- Inventory management and reporting
- Budget management
- Customer service
- Conflict resolution
- Bilingual communication
- Spanish speaking
- Communication skills
- Listening and comprehension
- Team collaboration
- Sensitive information handling
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Custodian
ALVORD UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
06.2023 - Current
Certified forklift driver / picker
EMSER TILE
01.2019 - 01.2023
Construction Worker
FENCE CONSTRUCTION
01.2018 - 03.2019
Cleaning Crew Member
WORLD MARKET CENTER
01.2015 - 01.2017
Collections associate
SMG CREDIT UNION
01.2013 - 01.2015
Business Administration -
Universidad De Guadalajara Campus Centro Universitario De La Costa Sur