Josh Bautista
Montréal,QC
Summary
Skilled language professional with significant experience in interpreting and translating Spanish. Adept at facilitating clear and effective communication, ensuring accurate and culturally sensitive translations. Strong focus on teamwork and achieving results, highly adaptable to changing needs. Proven expertise in language interpretation, cultural mediation, and maintaining confidentiality.
Knowledgeable interpreter/translator with solid background in Spanish interpretation. Adept at facilitating clear and accurate communication between Spanish and English speakers in various settings. Demonstrated ability to manage complex linguistic nuances and maintain confidentiality.
Hardworking Musician with solid guitar background. Delivers live performances with skill and dedication. Successful learning new musical pieces quickly and accurately to maximize contribution to group success.
Talented Musician with expertise in multiple instruments and 20 years of experience. Superb memorization and improvisational skills.
Diligent custodian with solid background in maintenance and custodial work. Proven ability to maintain cleanliness and safety in diverse environments, ensuring smooth operations. Demonstrated expertise in performing routine maintenance tasks and addressing repair needs effectively.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Custodian
Evangel Pentecostal Church
10.2018 - Current
- Provided excellent customer service to building occupants while responding to their concerns about cleanliness or maintenance issues.
- Demonstrated flexibility by adapting to changing priorities and taking on additional tasks as needed.
- Upheld high standards of cleanliness in all aspects of the facility including floors, walls, ceilings, fixtures, appliances.
- Improved facility cleanliness by conducting regular maintenance tasks such as sweeping, mopping, and vacuuming.
- Safeguarded building security by conducting routine checks of doors, windows, and alarm systems during closing procedures.
- Facilitated smooth operations for staff members by promptly addressing requests for maintenance support or repairs.
- Prevented pest infestations through diligent inspection of the premises and coordination with pest control professionals when necessary.
- Assisted in maintaining landscaping features surrounding the facility by trimming bushes, raking leaves or removing snow during winter months.
- Enhanced building safety by promptly addressing maintenance issues and reporting potential hazards to management.
- Contributed to facility upgrades by collaborating with contractors on various renovation projects.
- Collaborated effectively with team members to complete large-scale maintenance projects in a timely and efficient manner.
- Assisted in reducing energy consumption by monitoring heating, cooling, and lighting systems for optimal performance.
- Reduced repair costs by performing routine equipment inspections and preventative maintenance tasks.
- Streamlined inventory management with accurate tracking of cleaning supplies and equipment usage.
- Maintained clean and comfortable environments in commercial buildings by vacuuming, cleaning windows, and dusting.
- Reported vandalism or other damage to property to supervisor.
- Identified repair needs and major maintenance concerns, and escalated issues to management.
Church Musician
Multiple Churches (volunteer)
01.2010 - Current
- Enhanced worship experience by skillfully playing various musical instruments during services.
- Developed an extensive repertoire of hymns, anthems, and other sacred music pieces to accommodate diverse church services.
- Adapted quickly to changes in service formats or personnel needs, demonstrating flexibility as a musician and team player.
- Improved congregational participation in worship by introducing new songs that resonated with different age groups.
- Collaborated with the choir and other musicians to create a cohesive and harmonious sound during performances.
- Arranged and composed music for special events, resulting in memorable and meaningful experiences for the congregation.
- Maintained excellent working relationships with clergy, staff, and volunteers to foster a positive and collaborative environment for music ministry.
- Performed in hundreds of worship services.
- Wrote and arranged original compositions for live music performances.
- Built networks with local musicians to provide session support for gigs and events.
- Repaired broken strings and other instrument issues.
- Transposed music to alternate keys with speed and accuracy.
- Interpreted and modified music to personalize performances.
- Used printed text and musical notations to memorize musical selections and routines.
Spanish Interpreter
Self-employed
05.2010 - 11.2017
- Delivered exceptional customer service to both English-and Spanish-speaking clients through skillful written and verbal communication abilities.
- Facilitated clear communication between healthcare providers and patients, bridging language barriers for optimal care delivery.
- Strengthened relationships with clients by providing culturally sensitive interpretations that demonstrated respect and understanding.
- Contributed to increased client satisfaction by providing effective language support during important meetings.
- Maintained message content, tone, and emotion as closely as possible.
- Facilitated communication between law enforcement personnel and individuals involved in crimes such as witnesses, persons of interest, and suspects.
- Enhanced communication by accurately interpreting and translating complex legal documents for Spanish-speaking clients.
- Demonstrated exceptional attention to detail when translating sensitive documents such as contracts or legal agreements, ensuring the utmost accuracy and confidentiality at all times.
- Improved client relations for legal firms by ensuring precise interpretation during consultations, depositions, and trial preparations.
- Enabled effective training sessions for multinational corporations by interpreting training materials and live presentations, ensuring consistent understanding across language barriers.
- Supported non-profit organizations in outreach efforts by interpreting promotional materials and speeches, increasing engagement within Spanish-speaking communities.
- Broadened audience reach for public speakers and lecturers by providing real-time interpretation, making events accessible to Spanish-speaking participants.
- Fostered deeper cultural connection during international conferences by interpreting keynote speeches, contributing to more inclusive experience for Spanish-speaking attendees.
- Interpreted spoken and written languages other than English and vice versa.
- Completed precise translations of official documents with correct words and phrasing to meet legal standards.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Language
Universidad Tecnológica De El Salvador
El Salvador09-2010
Skills
- Native spanish
- French fluency
- Interpretation equipment
- Language teaching
- Simultaneous translations experience
- Law enforcement
- Team collaboration
- Confidentiality understanding
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Portuguese
Elementary
Timeline
Maintenance Custodian
Evangel Pentecostal Church
10.2018 - Current
Spanish Interpreter
Self-employed
05.2010 - 11.2017
Church Musician
Multiple Churches (volunteer)
01.2010 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - English Language
Universidad Tecnológica De El Salvador
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