Carlos Padilla

Hardworking and dependable maintenance professional with hands-on experience in groundskeeping, athletic field maintenance, landscaping, irrigation systems, heavy equipment operation, plumbing installation, and facility upkeep in both school district and commercial environments.

Groundskeeper - Coachella Valley Unified School District (CVUSD)

(2015-08)

• Maintained and landscaped multiple CVUSD campuses and athletic facilities through mowing, edging, trimming, pruning, fertilizing, irrigation, and general grounds care.
• Operated heavy equipment and power tools, including mowers, tractors, weed whips, blowers, pressure sprayers, and chain saws safely and efficiently.
• Prepared athletic fields for practices, competitions, and special events by setting up equipment, field markings, and bleachers, and maintaining safe, playable conditions.
• Performed irrigation maintenance, turf repair, debris removal, and assisted with hauling materials, fence repairs, and other general grounds maintenance projects.

Merchandiser - Home Depot

(2007-04 - 2016-04)

• Maintained store organization, cleanliness, safety standards, and merchandising displays, including seasonal and quarterly resets.
• Provided excellent customer service by assisting customers with product selection, locating merchandise, and answering product questions.
• Utilized product knowledge and strong communication skills to support sales and create a positive shopping experience.

Plumbing Contractor - RCR Companies

(2000-10 - 2007-04)

• Installed underground drainage, water, gas, and ventilation piping systems for residential and commercial construction projects.
• Demonstrated strong skills in soldering, system installation, troubleshooting, and problem-solving to ensure quality workmanship and code compliance.
• Collaborated effectively with team members, contractors, and clients to complete projects safely, efficiently, and on schedule.

Certificate of Achievement - Desktop Publishing and Webpage Design - Palm Desert College Vocational School (2003-03)

High School Diploma - Indio High School (2000-06)