ANGEL SOTO
Bakersfield
Summary
Adept in extended reach drilling and demonstrating unparalleled teamwork. Excelled in reducing downtime and enhancing safety, achieving significant operational improvements. Known for innovative problem-solving and effective communication. Committed to worker efficiency and comprehensive training with knowledge of preventive maintenance. Adept at meeting long-term goals through day-to-day efficiency. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level positions. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
CDL Truck Driver
Granite Construction
Salt Lake City
02.2025 - 08.2025
- Operated commercial vehicles safely across various routes and terrains.
- Conducted pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure vehicle safety compliance.
- Managed delivery schedules and maintained accurate logs for regulatory compliance.
Drillers Assistant
Major Drilling
Salt Lake City
09.2021 - 08.2024
- Ensured regulatory compliance by meticulously following industry standards and best practices throughout all stages of development.
- Demonstrated exceptional problem-solving skills through the successful resolution of challenging technical issues, earning the respect of colleagues and clients alike.
- Developed innovative solutions for complex engineering problems, ensuring optimal functionality and performance.
- Achieved maximum system uptime with diligent monitoring of infrastructure health and proactive action of potential issues before they became critical problems.
- Reduce downtime through proactive maintenance and timely repair of drilling equipment.
- Improve safety by enforcing strict adherence to safety protocols and conducting regular safety drills.
- Supervise drill site setup, ensuring proper installation and alignment of equipment.
- Monitored drilling operations and machines.
- Worked as part of crew or without supervision to accomplish tasks.
- Complied, understood and supported corporate safety initiatives to maintain safe work environment.
Agriculture Crew, Boss
Randy Bleomhoff
Shafter
02.2009 - 04.2021
- Conducted regular performance reviews for each crew member in order to identify areas for improvement or additional training opportunities.
- Reduced employee turnover rates with effective hiring, onboarding, training, and performance evaluation systems for new crew members.
- Ensured safety compliance by conducting thorough equipment checks and enforcing adherence to company safety protocols.
- Established a positive work environment by promoting transparency, teamwork, trustworthiness among crew members.
- Trained and developed personnel to meet crew demands.
- Reviewed job sites before commencement for potential hazards or challenges that could impact overall project success.
- Collaborated effectively with farm staff to complete daily tasks efficiently and maintain high-quality results.
- Demonstrated adaptability and problem-solving skills when faced with unexpected challenges or changes in weather conditions during fieldwork operations.
Education
General Studies -
Bakersfield College
Bakersfield, CAHigh School Diploma -
Wasco High School
Wasco, CASkills
- Tool inspection
- Problem-solving
- Hazard Identification
- Active listening
- Physical strength
- Self motivation
- Professionalism
- Adaptability
- Willingness to learn
- Following instructions
- Time management
- Class A License
- Reliability
- Decision-making
- Safety procedures
- Goal setting
- Job site cleanup
- Construction safety
Languages
- English
- Spanish
Timeline
CDL Truck Driver
Granite Construction
02.2025 - 08.2025
Drillers Assistant
Major Drilling
09.2021 - 08.2024
Agriculture Crew, Boss
Randy Bleomhoff
02.2009 - 04.2021
General Studies -
Bakersfield College
High School Diploma -
Wasco High School
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