Obed Sinahi Arreola Chacon
Watsonville
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.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Custodian
City of Watsonville
06.2025 - Current
- Mixed, used, and properly stored hazardous chemical cleaners to reduce risk of injury or illness.
- Kept building spaces premises clean inside and outside.
- Inspected facility and grounds and picked up trash or other debris impacting appearance or movement flows between spaces.
- Reported vandalism or other damage to property to supervisor.
- Handled spills, accidents and other cleaning emergencies to maintain cleanliness standards throughout assigned shift.
- Reported damages and hazardous conditions to management for further action.
- Followed safety protocols and safe use of protective gear to prevent injury to self and others.
- Used vacuum and shampooers to clean carpeted areas in offices, lobbies and corridors.
Production Crew
Pick N Pull
01.2025 - Current
- Organized work to meet demanding production goals.
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Used equipment properly to avoid workplace hazards or injuries.
- Followed safety procedures and guidelines to maintain safe working environments.
- Volunteered for additional assignments during peak work periods to keep tasks on schedule.
- Drove forklift safely to ensure coworkers' well-being.
Commercial and Residential Painter
Self Employed
01.2023 - 12.2024
- Prepared trim, walls and ceilings for painting by cleaning, smoothing, and priming.
- Operated power sprayers and hand tools to prepare and paint large areas.
- Painted surfaces using brushes, spray guns, and paint rollers.
- Climbed scaffolding, staging, ladders, and planks to reach work area surfaces and observed safety protocols to prevent falls.
- Protected surfaces from damage and spills by using drop cloths prior to and during painting.
- Worked holidays and weekends depending on shifting needs of project.
- Evaluated completed work for quality and adherence to standards and client requirements.
- Kept accurate records of paint supplies and other materials.
- Calculated amount of paint and other materials needed for each job accurately.
- Applied primer, paints, varnishes and lacquers to walls and surfaces using traditional and sprayer methods.
- Removed wallpaper and sanded surfaces to prepare for paint application.
- Followed safety procedures and properly used protective gear while painting.
- Trained new staff on initial setup routines and continual work monitoring procedures.
- Interacted with clients to report progress and verify timetable for completed work.
- Performed regular preventive maintenance on tools and equipment to support best quality of work.
School Tutor
California Mini-Corps
02.2018 - 06.2019
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence, and build important learning skills.
- Supported students in development of critical thinking skills and perseverance to persist with challenging tasks.
- Issued reports updating students, parents and teachers on student progress.
- Developed methods to motivate and engage students in learning.
- Collaborated with teachers, administrators and parents to determine how best to support student success.
- Motivated students with accurate feedback and positive reinforcement.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback and support.
Package Handler
UPS
11.2018 - 02.2019
- Used hand-held scanners and physical logs to accurately track item movements.
- Assembled, sealed, and loaded packages into correct trucks.
- Alerted supervisors and coworkers of hazards and other issues for quick resolutions.
- Followed verbal and written instructions to properly move and ship products.
- Removed jams and unblocked conveyor system to maintain flow of goods.
- Followed safety regulations to maintain safe work environment.
- Collaborated with other package handlers to provide prompt and accurate delivery of orders.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Maintained clean, orderly work environment free of hazards.
Education
Associate of Science - Mathematics
Cabrillo College
Aptos, CA06-2026
Skills
- Responsible and dependable
- Problem-solving
- General laborer
- Mentoring and coaching
- Heavy equipment operation
- Positive reinforcement strategies
- Punctual and reliable
- Academic advising
- Heavy lifting
- Attention to detail
- Customer service
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Custodian
City of Watsonville
06.2025 - Current
Production Crew
Pick N Pull
01.2025 - Current
Commercial and Residential Painter
Self Employed
01.2023 - 12.2024
Package Handler
UPS
11.2018 - 02.2019
School Tutor
California Mini-Corps
02.2018 - 06.2019
Associate of Science - Mathematics
Cabrillo College