Virginia Cordova
Salt Lake City,UT
Summary
Dedicated sandblaster and warehouse associate with expertise in sandblasting operations, surface preparation, and safety compliance. Proven ability to maintain organized workspaces and collaborate effectively with teams.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Sandblaster/Painter's Helper
The Gateway Company
Salt Lake City, Utah
02.2025 - Current
- Set up and operated sandblasting equipment, adhering to safety protocols to ensure a secure work environment.
- Prepared surfaces for sandblasting by removing rust, dirt, paint, and other debris.
- Prepared surfaces by thoroughly cleaning and smoothing them, enhancing paint adhesion and finish quality.
- Applied paint with brushes, rollers, spray guns, or other equipment.
- Painted walls and other surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods to complete jobs efficiently.
- Used hand tools such as chisels, hammers, scrapers, wire brushes for more detailed cleaning tasks.
- Maintained organization, cleanliness, and safety in work areas.
- Collaborated with team members to communicate project requirements and timelines, ensuring alignment and efficient workflow.
Warehouse Associate
Amazon
Salt Lake City, Utah
03.2023 - 01.2025
- Picked and prepared numerous daily shipments in controlled atmosphere warehouse environment.
- Packed and labeled merchandise efficiently for loading and shipment to customers.
- Organized warehouse space by rearranging products on shelves, racks and bins according to size, weight, type and other specifications.
- Inspected packages and goods for damage, coordinating with vendors for timely replacements.
- Supported coworkers on special projects to acquire new skills and take on additional responsibilities.
Warehouse Packer
Frito-Lay
Hawthorne, California
12.2021 - 03.2023
- Sorted items to ensure accurate and timely order fulfillment.
- Inspected packaging for quality assurance, ensuring compliance with standards before dispatch.
- Maintained organized work areas to support safety and operational efficiency.
Security Guard
Allied Universal Security Services
Long Beach, California
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Monitored premises, ensuring safety and security of property and personnel while deterring potential threats.
- Conducted regular patrols to identify suspicious activities, reinforcing safety protocols and maintaining order.
- Documented shift logs and reports, detailing routine activities, suspicious circumstances, and critical incidents for enhanced situational awareness.
- Searched bags manually to identify prohibited items and contraband.
Warehouse Worker
Amazon DLA 8
Hawthorne, California
01.2019 - 01.2021
- Loaded and unloaded packages from delivery vehicles to facilitate timely distribution.
- Packed boxes and stock according to organizational guidelines to ensure accurate fulfillment.
- Reviewed work orders before starting work to determine necessary materials and meet deadlines.
- Maintained cleanliness of shelves, workstations, and pallet areas to support a safe and organized work environment.
Education
High School Diploma -
Compton Youthbuild
Compton, CA06.2017
Skills
- sandblasting operations
- surface preparation
- paint application
- equipment maintenance
- tool usage
- Forklift operation certification
- Heavy lifting
- Boom operation
- warehouse organization
Affiliations
Volunteer-Rescue Mission of Salt Lake 2023
Certification
Forklift Certified
Timeline
Sandblaster/Painter's Helper
The Gateway Company
02.2025 - Current
Warehouse Associate
Amazon
03.2023 - 01.2025
Warehouse Packer
Frito-Lay
12.2021 - 03.2023
Security Guard
Allied Universal Security Services
01.2021 - 12.2021
Warehouse Worker
Amazon DLA 8
01.2019 - 01.2021
High School Diploma -
Compton Youthbuild