José Luis Torres

714-***-**** ad185w@r.postjobfree.com Santa Ana, CA 92701

SUMMARY

Ambitious, career-focused job seeker, anxious to obtain an entry-level position to help launch career while achieving company goals.

Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.

SKILLS

Traffic Control

Power Tool Operation

Fixture Installation

Basic Carpentry

Performance Improvement

Inventory Tracking

Material Handling

Pallet Jack Operation

Quality Control

Order Processing

EXPERIENCE

Construction Laborer, Sully Miller Contracting, June 2023-December 2023 Brea, CA

Spread, leveled and smoothed concrete using rake or shovel. Reviewed blueprints and other drawings to identify correct grades. Constructed forms to create various concrete structures. Upheld requirements for safe operations and reporting of incidents. Collaborated with team members on large-scale projects by delegating responsibilities based on individual strengths.

Participated in regular safety meetings conducted by supervisors. Mixed and poured concrete according to standard ratios. Poured concrete into forms using pump hose and leveled. Installed anchor bolts, steel plates and other fixtures in freshly poured concrete. Built forms to specific dimensions to shape wet concrete. Loaded and unloaded necessary tools, materials, and machines from trucks and trailers. Placed steel pins using sledgehammer.

Adhered strictly to safety protocols while performing all tasks related to concreting work. Operated various machines such as jackhammers, vibrators, pumps, power saws. to perform different tasks related to concreting work.

Assisted in the preparation of concrete mix designs based on customer specifications. Produced rough concrete surface using brooms.

Installed forms for pouring concrete according to plans and specifications. Cleaned up the job site upon completion of each project. Prioritized tasks for each job after reading project blueprints and documents. Laid and repaired concrete to make level and long-lasting surfaces. Repaired damaged surfaces using patching materials and trowels. Prepared concrete by hand mixing sand and cement.

Mixed and poured concrete for a wide variety of projects, including driveways, sidewalks, patios, and retaining walls.

Troubleshot equipment issues and determined best courses of action for repairs. Used numerous types of power tools and other equipment daily. Transported material and equipment between job sites using company vehicles. Signaled truck driver to pour concrete and move chute, directing concrete on forms. Compacted grade using jumping jack or plate compactor equipment. Repaired unsafe curbs, gutters, sidewalks, driveways and roadways. Operated excavators and loaders to prepare site.

Created requested finishes and results using small gravel for pebble appearance and other techniques.

Set concrete forms to desired pitch and depth and aligned. Directed casting of concrete and supervised laborers using shovels or special tools to spread. Performed minor maintenance activities on equipment used at job sites. Positioned wire mesh and rebar to reinforce concrete. Protected surfaces from avoidable damages by using correct forming, bracing, preparation, and finishing techniques.

Used forklifts and other equipment to move materials and complete project work with construction team.

Inspected existing structures to identify any necessary repairs prior to pouring fresh concrete. Maintained safety of work areas by adhering to strict regulations. Utilized power tools to cut and shape concrete as needed. Ensured proper curing of freshly poured concrete surfaces by utilizing appropriate methods such as covering with plastic sheets or applying curing compounds. Removed debris and waste to clean site after completing work. Used tools, equipment and winches to lift, move and bunch logs. Secured loads on pallets to minimize damage and worker injuries. Followed safe practices to mix and apply chemicals. Loaded, unloaded, transported and stacked materials through careful operation of various warehouse equipment.

Manually loaded and unloaded material from skid steers when necessary. Followed worker hand signals to align machines, cutterheads or depth gauge makers with reference stakes and guidelines.

Assisted with loading and unloading of equipment onto skid loader. Maintained equipment on-site with regular maintenance and repairs. Positioned or moved loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members. General Construction Laborer, OC 405 Partners JV, July 2018-June 2023 Santa Ana, CA

Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude. Installed green structural components to make buildings more energy-efficient. Cleaned up work areas after completing tasks.

Marked guidelines on subgrade before beginning pour operations according to blueprint specifications.

Cleaned and prepared work surfaces with appropriate tools and solvents. Signaled truck driver to pour concrete and move chute, directing concrete on forms. Smoothed final surfaces by removing excess mortar and finishing joints. Monitored curing process of newly placed concrete ensuring proper hydration rates are achieved.

Monitored wind, heat or cold throughout curing process. Screeded and floated concrete surfaces according to specifications using hand tools such as floats and trowels.

Placed expansion joints at regular intervals to minimize cracking due to temperature changes. Provided assistance in lifting heavy objects onto scaffolding when needed. Produced rough concrete surface using brooms.

Dug trenches for footings and installed drainage systems as required by blueprints or drawings. Readied work areas by clearing and smoothing surfaces and adjoining structures. Assisted laborers with mixing mortar or grout when necessary. Operated power trowels to level surfaces of freshly poured concrete. Prepared surface areas prior to laying down cement by clearing debris and pre-treating with water or other materials specified in plans.

Repaired unsafe curbs, gutters, sidewalks, driveways and roadways. Utilized various masonry tools such as hammers, drills, saws or mixers when necessary. Installed reinforcing steel bars, rods, or mesh in concrete forms prior to pouring. Prepared concrete by mixing water with cement, sand and gravel. Repaired minor imperfections in existing concrete surfaces using chisels, grinders or patching compounds.

Built forms to specific dimensions to shape wet concrete. Built bracing systems, forms and supports for pouring foundations and construction. Mixed and poured concrete for foundations, floors, walls, and other structures. Spread, leveled and smoothed concrete using rake or shovel. Applied hardening and sealing compounds to cure concrete surface. Inspected completed projects for conformance with job specifications including dimensions, quality of finish work and safety requirements.

Installed anchor bolts, steel plates and other fixtures in freshly poured concrete. Set concrete forms to desired pitch and depth and aligned. Checked grades with levels and transits during construction processes. Cleaned up job sites after completion of project removing all excess materials from site area. Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently. Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training. Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals. Purchasing Manager, V&M Precision Machining and Grinding, January 2013-May 2018 Brea, CA

Managed vendor accounts payable issues by providing accurate documentation when required.

Ensured compliance with all applicable laws related to procurement processes. Researched new sources for supplies, materials and services in order to reduce costs and improve efficiency.

Selected and negotiated contracts with supply vendors to obtain top-notch pricing on materials and items.

Monitored inventory levels to ensure adequate stock for production requirements. Located vendors of materials, equipment or supplies to conduct interviews, determining product availability and terms of sales.

Obtained quotes from various suppliers to determine most cost-effective purchasing options. Maintained information database related to products and service availability, supplier capabilities and lead times.

Reviewed supply levels and aging inventory to forecast purchasing needs. Prepared periodic reports on purchasing activities, budget expenditures, inventory levels and supply shortages.

Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to ensure timely delivery of products. Maintained accurate records of purchases including invoices, price lists, product codes and descriptions.

Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure the best possible prices for goods and services. Verified purchase requisitions by comparing items requested to master list. Reviewed purchase orders and ensured accuracy of information, such as pricing, payment terms and delivery dates.

Documented inspection results by completing reports and logs and summarizing and entering data into quality database.

Recommended improvement measures to production process to meet quality control standards.

Marked materials with grade or acceptance status.

Examined products and materials for defects or deviations to remove or discard non-conforming items.

Checked software programs for usability, functionality and design issues. Participated in internal and external audits to ensure compliance with applicable regulations. Calibrated products to match design and operational specifications. Oversaw proper tagging and identification of parts and components, enabling rejected or non-repairable parts to be properly marked, quarantined and rendered unusable. Read blueprints and manuals to determine test procedures or adjustment methods. Documented nonconformities and recommended techniques for prompt resolution. Trained newly hired employees by explaining company procedures, job duties and performance expectations.

Cleaned and calibrated dial indicators, fixed gauges, or height gauges prior to tests. Maintained records of all nonconforming products and completed corrective actions as required.

Matched arriving materials with purchase orders, submitted discrepancy forms as necessary. Inspected, tested and measured materials for conformance to specifications and regulatory requirements.

Completed non-destructive tests and conducted continuous inspections. Modified existing software systems to enhance performance and add new features. Lab Technician, Aluminum Precision Products Inc., March 2004-October 2012 Santa Ana, CA

Performed quality control tests on incoming and outgoing materials to ensure safety standards were met.

Presented experimental findings in presentations with graphs, charts and other visual aids. Prepared specimens and forms for transport to outside laboratories. Employed scientific methods to promote quality of collected samples and stored specimens. Maintained accurate inventory records of all chemicals used in experiments or stored in the lab.

Load raw materials into machines according to specified measurements. Check products for accuracy using measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, gauges.

Operated forklift to place finished products on skids and transport to warehouse. Perform periodic maintenance on machines such as cleaning and lubrication. Set up and operate machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments. Comply with company policies regarding quality control procedures. Lubricated parts and performed minor maintenance to improve machine function. Maintained a database of suppliers and monitored their performance to ensure they met quality standards.

Managed movement of materials and product through production. Created detailed reports on the usage of various types of raw materials within production processes as required by management.

Used pallet jacks and forklifts with safety and efficiency. Processed incoming and outgoing loads of raw materials. Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls. Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Skilled

General Construction, Southern California Laborers Training School, Azusa, CA January 2020 High School Diploma

Mary B Perry High School, Camarillo, CA March 2002

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