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David Velasquez Portal

Thousand Oaks

Summary

Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives. Knowledgeable Funeral Arranger in planning and executing professional services. Understands needs of loved ones, different types of service plans and government-mandated documentation such as embalming authorization, cremation authorization, and insurance policies for Funeral expenses.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
2020
2020
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Funeral Arranger

Gates Kingsley & Gates Praiswater mortuary
Canoga Park
07.2025 - Current
  • Coordinated funeral services with families to ensure personalized arrangements.
  • Managed logistics for transportation of remains and necessary documentation.
  • Assisted families in selecting caskets, urns, and memorial items.
  • Provided emotional support to grieving families throughout the planning process.
  • Maintained accurate records of service details and client interactions.
  • Organized memorial services including venue setup and guest coordination.
  • Worked with vendors such as florists, musicians and others who may provide additional services at funerals or memorials.
  • Provided guidance to families on available options for burials, cremations and memorial services.
  • Prepared detailed contracts outlining costs associated with funerals and other related services.
  • Maintained records of customer accounts including payment histories and contact details.
  • Compiled information from family members to create meaningful eulogies.
  • Educated customers about the importance of pre-planning their own funerals.
  • Coordinated logistics with cemetery personnel regarding grave sites, crypts and mausoleums.
  • Performed administrative duties such as filing paperwork, answering phones, scheduling appointments and responding to emails from customers.
  • Ensured all documents were completed accurately prior to submitting them to the appropriate agencies.
  • Organized and maintained appointment calendar for families seeking funeral services.
  • Scheduled funeral services, coordinated burials and arranged cremations.
  • Led and directed funeral and graveside services.

Funeral Director's Assistant

Reardon Simi Valley Funeral Home Fd#1091
Simi Valley
07.2024 - 01.2025
  • Assisted families in selecting funeral arrangements and memorial services.
  • Prepared and maintained documentation for funeral services and client records.
  • Supported the setup of equipment and facilities for visitations and ceremonies.
  • Assisted with First Calls and conducted assessments.
  • Organized and maintained inventory of funeral supplies and materials.
  • Provided compassionate support to grieving families during service planning.
  • Removed deceased from place of death and transported to funeral home.
  • Led and directed funeral and graveside services.
  • Arranged floral offerings and lights around caskets.

Pool Technician

Goldcoast Poool service
Thousand Oaks
05.2023 - 12.2024
  • Maintained pool cleanliness through regular skimming and vacuuming procedures.
  • Balanced chemical levels to ensure safe swimming environments.
  • Inspected filtration systems for proper functioning and efficiency.
  • Educated clients on pool maintenance best practices and seasonal care.
  • Performed weekly pool cleaning and maintenance, including skimming the surface of the water, vacuuming the bottom, brushing walls and steps, backwashing filters, checking chemical levels and adding chemicals as needed.
  • Cleaned debris from filter system components on a regular basis in order to maintain optimal performance of the system.

Education

Newbury Park High School
Newbury Park, CA

Skills

  • Team player
  • Ambitious
  • Polyglot
  • Compassionate
  • Detailed Oriented
  • Active listener
  • Adaptable
  • Conversationalist

Affiliations

  • Drawing
  • Painting
  • Fishing
  • Sheet metal fabricator
  • Carpenter

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Funeral Arranger

Gates Kingsley & Gates Praiswater mortuary
07.2025 - Current

Funeral Director's Assistant

Reardon Simi Valley Funeral Home Fd#1091
07.2024 - 01.2025

Pool Technician

Goldcoast Poool service
05.2023 - 12.2024

Newbury Park High School

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