Gustavo Alvarez
La Habra
Summary
Results-oriented Welding and Auto Body Repair Specialist with extensive experience enhancing production efficiency and safety standards through effective problem resolution and collaboration. Knowledgeable Mechanic with a solid background in automotive maintenance and repair, diagnosing complex mechanical issues and implementing solutions to ensure vehicle safety and performance.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Custodian
La Habrá City School District
La Habra, CA
03.2025 - Current
- Supervised daily custodial operations, ensuring cleanliness and safety across school facilities.
- Trained and mentored custodial staff on best practices and efficient cleaning techniques.
- Developed and implemented cleaning schedules to optimize workflow and resource allocation.
- Conducted regular inspections to maintain high standards of hygiene and facility upkeep.
- Partnered with school administration to investigate and resolve maintenance issues promptly and effectively.
- Promoted a safe working environment through regular inspections and prompt resolution of potential hazards.
- Maintained floor cleaning and waxing equipment.
- Vacuumed and shampooed carpets, upholstery and other fabrics.
- Prepared event rooms, installed decorations, and transported supplies to support special facility event execution.
- Operated buffers and burnishers to clean and polish floors.
- Maintained student safety by providing a safe, supportive environment for student learning.
- Streamlined maintenance processes by establishing clear communication between custodians, management, and other departments.
Caregiver
Grandma
La Habra, CA
03.2024 - 08.2025
- Assisted with medication management, ensuring adherence to prescribed schedules and dosages.
- Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with family members to address individual needs.
- Developed personalized care plans in collaboration with family to address individual needs.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient's personal space.
- Assisted with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment, reducing risks and ensuring optimal health outcomes.
- Enhanced comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care, addressing individual needs and preferences.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Supported with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain individual needs.
- Provided compassionate support for daily living activities, enhancing overall quality of life.
- Turned and positioned bedbound patients to prevent bedsores and maintain comfort levels.
- Implemented fall prevention strategies within the home environment by identifying hazards or obstacles that posed risk to patient safety.
- Monitored vital signs regularly, detecting any abnormalities or changes in condition to promptly inform medical professionals.
- Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
- Assisted in rehabilitation exercises as prescribed by medical professionals, guiding patients towards improved mobility and function.
Welder
California Metal Products
Fullerton, CA
06.2022 - 04.2025
- Improved welding quality by adhering to precise procedures and optimizing equipment settings.
- Boosted production efficiency through effective time management and consistent adherence to project timelines.
- Increased production efficiency with expert time management skills and adherence to project deadlines.
- Coordinated with team members to ensure seamless project execution, contributing to enhanced overall productivity.
Sub Custodian
La Habra School District
La Habra, CA
07.2024 - 03.2025
- Performed daily sanitation tasks to reduce germs and maintain health standards.
- Emptied trash cans and recycling bins to keep building clean and free of germs.
- Collected and disposed of trash by following proper disposal procedures.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Maintained clean, comfortable environments in commercial buildings through vacuuming, window cleaning, and dusting, enhancing overall cleanliness.
- Relocated furniture to facilitate cleaning and organization. for cleaning and set up for special events.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations such as spills or leaks, minimizing damage and ensuring safety.
- Coordinated with custodial staff to efficiently complete larger projects, ensuring timely results and effective teamwork.
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations like spills or leaks, minimizing potential damage and ensuring safety for occupants.
- Collaborated with other custodial staff to complete larger projects efficiently and effectively.
Server
Olive Garden Restaurant
Brea, CA
06.2021 - 07.2024
- Elevated customer satisfaction by promptly addressing needs and delivering personalized service.
- Boosted table turnover rate by strategically managing reservations and seating arrangements.
- Maximized table turnover rate by efficiently managing reservations and seating arrangements.
- Collaborated with team members during busy shifts for efficient workflow and excellent guest experiences.
- Coordinated with team members during peak shifts to streamline workflow and ensure excellent guest experiences.
Welder
Reliable Sheet Metal
11.2018 - 06.2019
- Removed rough spots from work pieces using portable grinders, hand files, and scrapers to ensure smooth surface finish.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Repaired parts using salvaged materials to minimize waste.
- Salvaged and rebuilt parts whenever possible.
- Detected and resolved faulty equipment operation and defective materials to maintain production quality.
Welder
Terra Universal Inc.
10.2017 - 09.2018
- Clamped and tack-welded components to ensure precise configurations for assembly.
- Set up and operated hand and power tools, including shielded metal arc and gas metal arc welding equipment.
- Operated hoists, cranes, and power tools to dismantle equipment and identify defective parts for replacement.
- Examined structure and texture of parts to detect imperfections.
- Examined structure and texture of parts to identify imperfections and ensure quality standards.
- Operated hoists, cranes and power tools to dismantle equipment to find and remove defective parts.
Welder
Advanced Sealing & Supply Company Inc.
08.2014 - 08.2017
- Inspected welds and verified critical measurements to ensure compliance with specifications.
- Removed rough spots from work pieces using portable grinders, hand files, and scrapers to achieve clean finishes.
- Salvaged parts by assessing damage and determining repair feasibility.
- Fabricated shop parts from blueprints, ensuring precise execution to meet design requirements.
Auto Body Technician/ Mechanic
G & D Auto Collision
Costa Mesa, CA
06.2011 - 08.2014
- Applied collision repair hammers, welders, and grinders to restore vehicle bodywork to manufacturer specifications.
- Inspected vehicles to identify and document repair needs.
- Ensured safe working environment by strictly following safety protocols and effectively managing equipment usage.
- Inspected new parts and areas of repair to verify correctness and quality.
- Tested and adjusted newly repaired vehicles to verify proper function.
- Ensured consistent quality control through thorough inspections of completed work before releasing vehicles back to customers.
- Optimized workshop efficiency by organizing tools and maintaining clean workspaces.
- Achieved timely completion of repair jobs while upholding high-quality standards and attention to detail.
- Evaluated OEM manufacturer schematics and service documentation to identify parts to order.
Education
High School Diploma -
Sonora High School
La Habra, CA06.2011
Skills
- Facility maintenance
- Cleaning equipment operation
- Sanitation procedures
- Surface cleaning techniques
- Cleaning supplies management
- Maintenance and repairs
- Preventive Maintenance
- Facility inspections
- Equipment upkeep
- Waste disposal management
- Inventory management
- Cleaning logs maintenance
- Health standards monitoring
- Safety training
- Problem identification
- Problem resolution
- Troubleshooting skills
- Incident reporting
- Damage assessment
- Filter replacements
- Lubrication
- Hand and power tools
- Blueprints and schematics
- Metal joining
- Stainless steel and aluminum
- Remote work availability
- Quick learner
- Team training
- Problem-solving techniques
- Facility organization
- Facility organization
Timeline
Lead Custodian
La Habrá City School District
03.2025 - Current
Sub Custodian
La Habra School District
07.2024 - 03.2025
Caregiver
Grandma
03.2024 - 08.2025
Welder
California Metal Products
06.2022 - 04.2025
Server
Olive Garden Restaurant
06.2021 - 07.2024
Welder
Reliable Sheet Metal
11.2018 - 06.2019
Welder
Terra Universal Inc.
10.2017 - 09.2018
Welder
Advanced Sealing & Supply Company Inc.
08.2014 - 08.2017
Auto Body Technician/ Mechanic
G & D Auto Collision
06.2011 - 08.2014
High School Diploma -
Sonora High School