Armando Valbuena Rojas
Summary
Improve process efficiencies and leading key projects. Experience providing business support in organizations with multi-cultural and highly technical workforce. Planner and problem solver. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sheet Metal Worker
Flynn Group of Companies
08.2023 - Current
- Reading Blueprints: Interpretation of blueprints, sketches, or specifications to determine the layout and dimensions of the sheet metal they need to work with.
- Measuring and Marking: Measure and mark dimensions and reference lines on metal sheets using tools such as rulers, squares, and scribes.
- Cutting: Cut sheet metal using various tools such as shears, power saws, snips, following marked lines or templates.
- Shaping and Forming: Transform metal into desired shapes using tools like brakes, rollers, presses, and hammers
- This might involve bending, folding, or stretching the metal.
- Installing: Install fabricated metal parts and assemblies in structures, residential or commercial such as roofs, siding, and more.
- Repairing and Maintaining: Repair and maintain sheet metal components by fixing or replacing damaged parts, ensuring that they function properly and meet safety standards.
- Quality Control: Inspect finished products to ensure they meet quality standards, checking for accuracy, completeness, and adherence to specifications.
- Safety Compliance: Adhere to safety procedures and guidelines to prevent accidents and ensure a safe working environment, including wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) and following safety protocols.
- Collaboration: Collaborate with other tradespeople, such as carpenters, electricians, and plumbers, to complete projects that require multiple skills.
Team Supervisor
Monster Plowing Company
11.2020 - 04.2023
- Identifying training needs within the team and arranging appropriate training sessions to help team members develop their skills and knowledge
- Safely operate heavy equipment such as snow plows, loaders, and trucks equipped with plows or snow blowers
- Conduct pre-operation inspections of equipment to ensure the proper working condition
- This includes checking fluids, tire pressure, lights, and hydraulic systems
- Clear snow from roads, parking lots, sidewalks, and other designated areas according to established routes and schedules
- Adhere to safety protocols and regulations at all times, including proper operation of equipment, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and awareness of surroundings to prevent accidents or injuries
- Coordinate with the operation manager, dispatchers, and other team members to receive instructions, report progress, and communicate any issues or concerns
- Maintain accurate records of work performed, including hours worked, areas cleared, and any maintenance or repairs needed for equipment
- Provide courteous and professional service to clients and the public, including addressing inquiries or concerns related to snow removal operations
- Be prepared to respond to emergencies such as heavy snowfall, ice storms, or equipment malfunctions, and assist with emergency snow removal efforts as needed
- Perform routine maintenance tasks on equipment, such as refueling, greasing, and minor repairs, to ensure continued reliability and performance
- Be flexible and adaptable to changing weather conditions, work schedules, and priorities to effectively respond to snow removal needs
- Providing guidance, support, and direction to team members to ensure they meet their goals and perform effectively
- Conducting regular performance evaluations and providing constructive feedback to team members to help them improve their performance
- Managing resources effectively to ensure that the team has everything they need to succeed, budget, time, and manpower.
Restoration Labour
Tritan Building Restoration
02.2019 - 03.2021
- Concrete cutting, repair, pouring and finishing, demolition, framing, forming, painting, brick laying, waterproofing, caulking, window installation, chipping, scaffolding, heavy equipment operator, membrane, tuck pointing, maintenance.
Heavy Equipment Operator
CSL Group Ltd
11.2018 - 02.2019
- Safely operate heavy equipment such as snow plows, loaders, and trucks equipped with plows or snow blowers.
- Conduct pre-operation inspections of equipment to ensure it is in proper working condition
- This includes checking fluids, tire pressure, lights, and hydraulic systems.
- Clear snow from roads, parking lots, sidewalks, and other designated areas according to established routes and schedules.
- Adhere to safety protocols and regulations at all times, including proper operation of equipment, use of personal protective equipment (PPE), and awareness of surroundings to prevent accidents or injuries.
- Coordinate with supervisors, dispatchers, and other team members to receive instructions, report progress, and communicate any issues or concerns.
- Maintain accurate records of work performed, including hours worked, areas cleared, and any maintenance or repairs needed for equipment.
- Provide courteous and professional service to clients and the public, including addressing inquiries or concerns related to snow removal operations.
Delivery Driver Helper
UPS
11.2018 - 01.2019
- Followed delivery instructions in a time sensitive, high paced environment.
- Delivered packages in accordance with company safety policies and procedures.
- Ensured timely deliveries with accurate route planning and effective communication with the driver.
- Provided excellent customer service during deliveries, addressing concerns or answering questions as needed.
- Demonstrated strong problem-solving skills when faced with unexpected challenges such as traffic delays or inclement weather conditions affecting delivery times.
- Assisted driver with product or package deliveries to residential and commercial locations.
- Verified and documented package deliveries for proof of accuracy and deadline adherence.
- Exhibited good attendance, work habits, and willingness to learn job functions.
General Labour
Can Mar Contracting LTD
03.2018 - 11.2018
- Concrete cutting, repair, pouring and finishing, demolition, framing, forming, painting, brick laying, waterproofing, caulking, window installation, chipping, scaffolding, heavy equipment operator, membrane, tuck pointing, maintenance.
Human Resources Director
CPBEZ - Zulia State Police Force
03.2016 - 05.2017
- Managing director of over 5000 Police Officers and 1000 State administrative Employees.
- Developed food programs, educational incentives and career promotions for Officers.
- Developed comprehensive training programs, resulting in higher employee satisfaction levels and performance improvements.
- Led successful labor relations negotiations, maintaining positive relationships between management and union representatives.
- Managed benefits administration, ensuring cost-effective coverage options for employees while staying within budget constraints.
- Established onboarding procedures to facilitate smooth transitions for new hires into the organization.
- Supported talent development through coaching sessions with key personnel, assisting them in reaching their professional growth objectives.
Human Resources Director
Health Secretary of Zulia State Government
12.2015 - 02.2016
- Human Resources Director of over 18,000 health sector employees.
- Supervise and provide consultation.
- Provide strategical improvements for the staffing plans, compensations, benefits, training and development. - First point of contact for labor relations.
- Coordinated technical training and personal development classes for staff members.
- Identified and implemented appropriate strategies to increase employee satisfaction and retention.
- Developed comprehensive process for new hires and reviewed new hire productivity, optimizing onboarding effectiveness.
Coordinator of Labour Matters
Human Resources office of Zulia Government
02.2015 - 11.2015
- Responsible for more than 60.000 employees.
- Audit the budgets.
- Mediator between Unions and Government to negotiate new labor contracts.
- Developed comprehensive reports for senior management, enabling informed decision-making based on data-driven insights.
- Assisted in recruitment efforts, coordinating interviews and managing onboarding activities for new hires effectively.
- Enhanced operational workflows by maintaining well-organized documentation systems and updating records accurately as needed.
- Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents.
- Coached employees through day-to-day work and complex problems.
- Gathered and organized materials to support operations.
- Prepared agendas and took notes at meetings to archive proceedings.
Chief of Fiscalization Unit
Ministry of Environment - State of Zulia
02.2014 - 02.2015
- Enforced regulations and controls according to Environment Law
- Formulated and implemented the environmental policies and established the instruments and mechanisms for its application.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Legal Advisor
Fundainfra
12.2013 - 01.2014
- Conducted legal analysis and research on legal matters
- Drafted legal opinions
- Provided advice on legal matters
- Reduced potential litigation risks by conducting thorough research and providing preemptive solutions.
- Managed complex cases effectively, prioritizing tasks according to urgency and importance.
- Maintained strict confidentiality while managing sensitive information.
- Directed and supported staff with business registrations and other legal requirements.
- Collaborated with human resources and outside counsel to protect company from legal claims.
Education
Professional Managers, Business Administration and Management, General -
Seneca
12.2021
Bachelor of Laws - LLB, Law -
Universidad Rafael Belloso Chacín
05.2013
Cadet IV, Army ROTC, Military Science and Operations -
Efofac (National Guard University)
03.2007
Skills
- Working at Height
- First Aid
- Construction
- Management
- Supervisory Skills
- Teamwork
- Power Tool Operation
- Hand-tool proficiency
- Layout Development
- Problem-Solving
- Problem-solving abilities
- Attention to Detail
- Multitasking Abilities
- Adaptability
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Suspended access equipment - Infrastructure Health & Safety Association (IHSA)
- Working at heights - Infrastructure Health & Safety Association (IHSA)
- AE87745
- Worker health and safety awareness in 4 steps - Ministry of Labour
- WHMIS - Health and Safety Training Institute
- CMO - GO Transit
- Construction Management: Concrete Construction - Lynda.com
- Learning Construction Estimating - Lynda.com
- Life's Emergency Training Certifies - Life's Emergency Training
- Issued Dec 2018 - Expires 2022
- Construction Estimating Takeoff - Lynda.com
Timeline
Sheet Metal Worker
Flynn Group of Companies
08.2023 - Current
Team Supervisor
Monster Plowing Company
11.2020 - 04.2023
Restoration Labour
Tritan Building Restoration
02.2019 - 03.2021
Heavy Equipment Operator
CSL Group Ltd
11.2018 - 02.2019
Delivery Driver Helper
UPS
11.2018 - 01.2019
General Labour
Can Mar Contracting LTD
03.2018 - 11.2018
Human Resources Director
CPBEZ - Zulia State Police Force
03.2016 - 05.2017
Human Resources Director
Health Secretary of Zulia State Government
12.2015 - 02.2016
Coordinator of Labour Matters
Human Resources office of Zulia Government
02.2015 - 11.2015
Chief of Fiscalization Unit
Ministry of Environment - State of Zulia
02.2014 - 02.2015
Legal Advisor
Fundainfra
12.2013 - 01.2014
Professional Managers, Business Administration and Management, General -
Seneca
Bachelor of Laws - LLB, Law -
Universidad Rafael Belloso Chacín
Cadet IV, Army ROTC, Military Science and Operations -
Efofac (National Guard University)
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