CARLOS K BORBA
Poplar Grove
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Construction Worker
Sub Contracting
Poplar Grove
01.2018 - Current
- Operated heavy machinery to complete various construction tasks effectively.
- Assisted in site preparation and cleanup for safety compliance.
- Collaborated with team members to execute project plans efficiently.
- I focused on interior remodeling , additions, and home restorations.
- Followed blueprints and technical drawings for accurate construction work.
- Communicated with supervisors to report project progress and issues encountered.
- Utilized power tools such as saws, drills and sanders when necessary on projects.
- Cleaned job sites daily removing debris, dirt and hazardous materials safely.
- Measured distances accurately using tape measures or laser measuring devices.
- Repaired damaged structures with appropriate materials including wood and metal components.
Forklift Operator
Weber Grill Factory
Huntley
04.2015 - 06.2018
- Operated forklifts to transport materials within production areas.
- Maintained safety standards while handling heavy equipment and products.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments accurately for production efficiency.
- Inspected forklifts daily to ensure operational readiness and safety compliance.
- Monitored inventory levels and communicated needs to warehouse management.
- Moved freight, stock and other materials to and from storage and production areas and loading docks.
- Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
- Assisted in the loading and unloading of goods from trucks, containers and railcars using forklift.
- Packaged, labeled and tagged goods before transfer.
Parts Specialist
AutoZone
Elgin
04.2013 - 07.2015
- Assisted customers in identifying and locating automotive parts and accessories.
- Managed inventory levels and ensured accurate stock replenishment procedures.
- Utilized point-of-sale system for processing transactions and generating receipts.
- Provided product knowledge to customers to enhance their purchasing experience.
- Trained new employees on store policies, product offerings, and customer service standards.
- Recommended parts based on customer needs and vehicle specifications.
- Identified potential problems with defective or damaged parts before they reached customers.
- Researched pricing, availability, compatibility, quality standards, and other factors related to purchasing decisions.
- Provided customers with technical advice regarding parts information and availability.
- Maintained accurate records of all inventory transactions in the computer system.
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - Auto / Diesel Tech
Universal Technical Institute
Addison, IL 02.2010 - 12.2011
Dundee Crown High School
Carpentersville, ILSkills
- Heavy machinery operation
- Blueprint interpretation
- Interior remodeling
- Equipment maintenance
- Project planning
- Inventory management
- Quality control
- Customer service
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Construction trade expertise
- Equipment operation
- Framing
- Tile setting
- Basic carpentry
- Demolition
- Electrical installation
- Drainage systems
- Carpentry expertise
- Multitasking and organization
- Scaffolding construction
- Flooring installation
- Spray finishing
- Power tool operation
- Drywall hanging
- Construction
- Framing construction
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
A1
Portuguese
Elementary
A1
Certification
- Automotive certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Construction Worker
Sub Contracting
01.2018 - Current
Forklift Operator
Weber Grill Factory
04.2015 - 06.2018
Parts Specialist
AutoZone
04.2013 - 07.2015
Certificate of Technical Studies - Auto / Diesel Tech
Universal Technical Institute
02.2010 - 12.2011
Dundee Crown High School