Laborer and mechanic with a strong background in building, repairing, and maintaining vehicles and structures. Demonstrated ability to improve workflow efficiency while adhering to safety standards. Proficient in using a wide range of tools and equipment, ensuring high-quality results in various tasks.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Mechanic
Santini's Vinyl and Automotive
Barstow
06.2025 - Current
Inspected, serviced, and repaired brakes, exhaust systems, transmissions, engines, suspension systems, drive trains, and fuel systems.
Repaired and replaced defective parts to ensure vehicle safety and reliability.
Repaired or replaced worn parts such as brake pads and wheel bearings using hand tools and power tools.
Diagnosed vehicle issues using advanced diagnostic tools and equipment.
Performed routine maintenance on various automotive systems and components.
Performed preventive maintenance services such as oil changes and tune-ups on cars and trucks.
Collaborated with team members to streamline repair workflows, enhancing overall service delivery.
Explained repair processes, costs, and timelines to customers, ensuring transparency and trust.
Supported fellow mechanics during complex repairs, contributing to timely project completion.
Laborer
DLR Construction
Barstow
01.2000 - Current
Lifted objects weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance.
Executed diverse physical labor tasks on construction sites, contributing to overall project efficiency and safety.
Installed insulation into walls using blow guns or similar tools while adhering to safety guidelines.
Operated various power tools such as drills and saws safely while following manufacturer's instructions.
Operated pallet jacks and forklifts to load and unload supplies and materials.
Mixed, poured, and spread concrete, asphalt gravel and other materials.
Poured concrete foundations for structures such as buildings or bridges according to blueprints provided.
Repaired damaged drywall sections including taping joints and applying texture coats.
Prepared surfaces for painting by sanding, scraping, patching holes, and filling cracks with putty or plaster to ensure quality finishes.
Used picks and shovels to dig, spread and level dirt and gravel.
Cut materials into specified sizes for installation using tile cutters and power saws.
Tended pumps, compressors or generators to provide power or heat or move materials.
Signaled equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement or adjustment of machinery.
Positioned, aligned or sealed concrete wall sections or pipes.
Measured, marked or recorded openings or distances to construction layout areas.
Mastered skilled trade specialties through hands-on experience under guidance of expert mentors, enhancing technical proficiency.