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ERNIE O CASTILLO

San Jose,CA

Summary

Accomplished and detail-oriented Flooring Installer with extensive expertise in vinyl, laminate, LVT, and carpet flooring. Proficient in a wide range of flooring installations, adhesive applications, and corrective sanding techniques. Over 20 years of proven excellence in floor preparation and installation, consistently delivering top-notch results and ensuring client satisfaction. Skilled in operating heavy machinery, maintaining equipment, and prioritizing safety to guarantee efficient project completion within established timelines.


Experienced with operating heavy machinery in construction and industrial settings. Utilizes thorough knowledge of equipment maintenance and safety procedures to ensure smooth operations. Track record of successfully completing projects on time and adhering to safety standards.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Equipment Operator

NV Towing & Transport, Inc.
11.2022 - Current
  • Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
  • Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
  • Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
  • Ensured safe working environment through adherence to safety guidelines and protocols for equipment operation.
  • Operated light equipment such as skid steer loaders, mini excavators, and compactors for successful project completion.
  • Collaborated with supervisors to understand project requirements and ensured accurate execution of tasks.

Foreman/Floor Installer

B.T. Mancini Company
07.2007 - 10.2022
  • Maintained excellent communication, cleanliness and safety standards on work sites and projects, boosting customer satisfaction ratings 100%.
  • Conducted thorough inspections of installation areas to check for adequate supports and any moisture concerns.
  • Swept, scraped and chipped dirt and irregularities from base surfaces and filled cracks with cement and putty to form smooth foundation.
  • Took measurements and studied floor sketches to calculate area to be floored and amount of materials needed.
  • Removed existing flooring to prepare all type floor surfaces for new flooring.
  • Assessed high-traffic areas and planned flooring layout and seam placement to suit expected traffic patterns.
  • Pressed carpet into place over tack strips or utilized staples, tape, tacks or glue to secure carpet.
  • Secured new or existing tack strips around flooring space to attach edges of new carpet.
  • Recorded measurements and devised plans to match installation specifications.
  • Measured, cut and installed tack-free strips along baseboards or walls.
  • Used compounds to waterproof areas, fill in cracks or produce special effects based on project demands.
  • Operated hand tools and machines to cut material and achieve proper fit around obstructions.
  • Supplied accurate measurements and estimates for projects.
  • Worked with different adhesives to join foundation, flooring and wall materials.
  • Used tape, glue and heated carpet irons to join edges of carpet.

Foreman/Floor Installer

Southside Flooring
06.2005 - 07.2007
  • Reworked positions and workflow based on individual abilities and production targets.
  • Interacted with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues effectively.
  • Reviewed project details to specify correct materials and equipment for job sites.
  • Verified completed projects met approved time, quality and cost estimates.
  • Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
  • Handled issues with relative ease by implementing best practices and applying critical thinking skills to find best solutions.
  • Evaluated incoming materials for quality and amounts ordered.
  • Set and revised production schedules to meet changing demands.
  • Maximized resource utilization and achieved production targets by managing day-to-day usage of department resources.
  • Communicated daily with vendors to keep project fully operational.
  • Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.
  • Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
  • Managed safety and security of location to prevent intrusion, criminal activity, vandalism and injuries to workers.

Floor Installer

Bevel Flooring
03.2003 - 05.2005


  • Maintained excellent communication, cleanliness and safety standards on work sites and projects, boosting customer satisfaction ratings 100%.
  • Used tape, glue and heated carpet irons to join edges of carpet.
  • Removed existing flooring to prepare all type floor surfaces for new flooring.
  • Took measurements and studied floor sketches to calculate area to be floored and amount of materials needed.
  • Measured, cut and installed tack-free strips along baseboards or walls.
  • Assessed high-traffic areas and planned flooring layout and seam placement to suit expected traffic patterns.
  • Conducted thorough inspections of installation areas to check for adequate supports and any moisture concerns.
  • Supplied accurate measurements and estimates for projects.

Education

GED -

Lincoln High School
San Jose, CA
06.1990

Skills

  • Equipment Safety
  • Workplace safety protocols
  • Schematic Diagrams
  • Adhesive preparation/installation
  • Flooring Project Management
  • Subfloor Leveling
  • OSHA Regulations
  • Issue Resolution
  • Excellent Work Ethic
  • Strong organizational abilities
  • Skilled in heavy equipment operation
  • Heavy equipment operation
  • Worksite safety
  • Safety compliance
  • Equipment operations

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working

Certification

  • Cal/OSHA Certified
  • CPR Certified
  • Defensive Driving Certified
  • Forklift Certified
  • Silica Certified
  • Heat/Illness Certified
  • Class A DL


Timeline

Equipment Operator

NV Towing & Transport, Inc.
11.2022 - Current

Foreman/Floor Installer

B.T. Mancini Company
07.2007 - 10.2022

Foreman/Floor Installer

Southside Flooring
06.2005 - 07.2007

Floor Installer

Bevel Flooring
03.2003 - 05.2005

GED -

Lincoln High School

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