Ruben J. Alvarez
Wilmington,CA
Summary
Dynamic maintenance professional with extensive experience in property management and facilities upkeep, specializing in electrical systems, plumbing, HVAC, and general repairs. Recognized for fostering collaborative team environments and consistently delivering high-quality results that enhance tenant satisfaction. Proven ability to adapt to changing needs and tackle maintenance challenges with strong problem-solving skills. Committed to maintaining optimal equipment functionality through effective management of both routine and complex facility matters.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Handyman
Ruben's Handyman's Services
Harbor Area
01.2005 - Current
- In charge of maintaining several single family apartment buildings which includes miscellaneous maintenance work. Maintenance duties includes painting / prepping / cleaning / tile installation / plumbing / electrical / carpentry / landscaping / stucco and replacing all interior and exterior fixtures. Wide range of housekeeping duties which includes the overall cleanliness and sanitation of bathrooms and kitchens using disinfectants in reducing microbial burden on surfaces.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Supervisor
DMF Lighting
Carson, CA
01.2008 - 01.2009
- In charge of all warehouse operations which includes shipping, receiving, and inventory. Maintained OS&Ds and made sure light fixtures were properly assembled and shipped in a timely manner. Also was in charge os assembly / QA and special projects.
Manager
FMI Logistics
01.2005 - 01.2006
- In charge of all warehouse operations including the cross dock automated conveyor system. Also responsible for the GOH operation which included ticketing and tagging of merchandise. Maintained staffing from the temporary work agency's in order to offload harbor containers meeting the LOS date. Main accounts included IKEA, Macy's, Nautical, Nine West and Polo Jeans.
Manager
NYK Logistics
Carson, CA
01.1997 - 01.2005
- Responsible for the Target cross dock and Puma 3PL operations which consisted of millions of dollars in inventory and over 5 million items at a 500,000 sq ft warehouse. Managed picking, receiving, packing and shipping of thousands of orders per day. Also is charge of UPS / FedEx and e-commerce stations. Directed 6 supervisors, 150 warehouse personnel and 10 office support staff and 40 forklift operators.
Tank Processor
AHF Ducommun
Gardena, CA
01.1992 - 01.1996
- Responsible for tank processing of aircraft and space shuttle parts and skins made of titanium metals using numerous of acids and solutions. Also was involved in final inspection using penetration methods to identify damaged or cracked parts. Also responsible for packing and final shipping of parts. Main contractors consisted of Boeing / McDonald Douglas / Fairchild.
Packer
Pioneer Electronics
Torrance, CA
01.1990 - 01.1991
- Worked at the assembly line stretch wrapping laser discs and making sure orders were filled according to paperwork. Assisted in the shipping and loading of product inside line haul trailers.
Dietary
Harbor UCLA Medical Center
Torrance, CA
01.1986 - 01.1988
- Worked in the doctors dining room serving food to doctors and hospital staff throughout the day. Maintained eating facility by cleaning floors and tables using approved housekeeping methods. Also worked with the dietary staff prepping food for patients and having it delivered to their rooms. Work duties also included working with dishwashing line and restocking food in refrigerator storage units.
Environmental Services
Mainland of the Pacific
01.1985 - 01.1986
- Responsible for sweeping floors and cleaning all tables in the park. Also responsible for dumping trash cans and sanitizing all trash bins.
Education
No Degree -
Harbor Occupational Center
San Pedro, CAHigh School Diploma -
Banning High School
Wilmington, CA06.1987
Skills
- Warehouse Supervisor
- Forklift and Crane Operator
- Apartment Management
- Operates a variety of power hand tools
- Customer service
- Attention to detail
- Decision-making
- Verbal and written communication
- Computer skills
- Excellent communication
- MS office
- Self motivation
- Positive attitude
- Professional and courteous
- Plumbing repairs
- Skilled maintenance and repair
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 150 staff members.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Timeline
Supervisor
DMF Lighting
01.2008 - 01.2009
Handyman
Ruben's Handyman's Services
01.2005 - Current
Manager
FMI Logistics
01.2005 - 01.2006
Manager
NYK Logistics
01.1997 - 01.2005
Tank Processor
AHF Ducommun
01.1992 - 01.1996
Packer
Pioneer Electronics
01.1990 - 01.1991
Dietary
Harbor UCLA Medical Center
01.1986 - 01.1988
Environmental Services
Mainland of the Pacific
01.1985 - 01.1986
No Degree -
Harbor Occupational Center
High School Diploma -
Banning High School