Russell Farden
Bakersfield
Summary
I am a highly-motivated individual with desire to take on new challenges. I possess strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. I am adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Caring, empathetic Recovery Sponsor with over 10 years of experience in correctional settings. I am exceptionally talented at building rapport with different cultural groups to encourage honesty and growth in recovery from substance abuse.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Project Supervisor/Lead Worker
Community Services & Employment Training, Inc.
05.2024 - 01.2025
- Ensures safety at assigned work sites and the safety of all workers by enforcing CSET and State Safety Standards.
- Responsible for work practices and proper use of tools and equipment and ensures product of quality work.
- Removed brush and undergrowth, mowing, weeding, and litter from highways.
- Proficient in emergency first aid, PPE, and hazard communication.
- Proficient in the proper and safe use of various landscaping tools including line trimmers, leaf blowers, rakes, shovels, pitchforks, and litter pickers.
Commercial Electrician Apprentice
State Of California
09.2020 - 02.2022
- Read blueprints and diagrams to determine layout of electrical systems.
- Assisted with the troubleshooting and repair of electrical circuits and systems.
- Maintained inventory of supplies needed for jobsite operations.
- Safely installed various electrical hardware and devices using blueprints and appropriate tools according to NEC standards.
Clothing Distribution Clerk
State Of California
06.2017 - 09.2020
- Performed basic administrative tasks such as filing paperwork, and providing daily inventory counts.
- Loaded and unloaded goods from trucks, vans and other vehicles using hand-trucks, pallet jacks, and dollies.
- Organized and maintained clothing distribution materials.
- Answered inquiries from customers regarding delivery status or product availability.
Commercial Janitorial Cleaner
State of California
06.2014 - 04.2017
- Cleaned restroom windows, walls, mirrors and high-touch surfaces using appropriate cleaning supplies.
- Ensured compliance with OSHA regulations related to hazardous materials handling.
- Stocked janitorial closets with necessary supplies such as toilet paper, soap, towels and other items.
- Swept and mopped floors, emptied trash receptacles, vacuumed carpets and upholstered furniture.
- Stripped, sealed, finished, and polished floors.
Aviation Ordnanceman
US Navy
11.1996 - 08.2006
- Supervised the installation of air-to-air missiles onto combat aircrafts.
- Organized and maintained inventory of ordnance materials in a secure manner.
- Repaired electrical systems on aircrafts including wiring harnesses and circuit boards.
- Operated ground support equipment such as tow tractors, cranes, hoists, tugs and forklifts.
- Ensured that all safety precautions were followed when working with explosive devices.
- Mentored professionals to align performance with core values and encourage career development.
Education
Associate of Arts - Social And Behavioral Sciences
Palo Verde College
Blythe, CA06-2021
Skills
- Organized
- Fast Learner
- Excellent Attention to Detail
- California Driver's License
- Willingness to learn
- Team Collaboration
- Active Listening Skills
- Group Facilitation
- Recovery Sponsor Experience
- Recovery experience with Criminal Justice Involved Persons
Timeline
Assistant Project Supervisor/Lead Worker
Community Services & Employment Training, Inc.
05.2024 - 01.2025
Commercial Electrician Apprentice
State Of California
09.2020 - 02.2022
Clothing Distribution Clerk
State Of California
06.2017 - 09.2020
Commercial Janitorial Cleaner
State of California
06.2014 - 04.2017
Aviation Ordnanceman
US Navy
11.1996 - 08.2006
Associate of Arts - Social And Behavioral Sciences
Palo Verde College
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