Josh Teika
Wellington,WGN
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with a proven track record at Avis Budget Car Rental, excelling in vehicle inspection and cleaning. Recognized for enhancing customer satisfaction through meticulous interior and exterior services. Skilled in time management and chemical handling, consistently delivering high-quality results while training new staff in safety protocols.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Car Groomer
Avis Budget Car Rental
05.2022 - Current
- Inspected vehicles for cleanliness and damage before rental preparation.
- Operated washing equipment to ensure thorough cleaning of fleet vehicles.
- Applied wax and polish to enhance vehicle appearance and protect surfaces.
- Managed inventory of cleaning supplies, ensuring availability for daily operations.
- Trained new staff on grooming techniques and safety protocols.
- Developed streamlined processes for efficient vehicle turnaround times.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing thorough interior and exterior cleaning services for vehicles.
Deepsea Longline Fisherman
Sandford
12.2024 - 09.2025
- Operated various fishing equipment to efficiently catch targeted species.
- Monitored weather and water conditions to ensure safe fishing practices.
- Assisted in maintaining vessel cleanliness and organization post-trip.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize catch strategies and techniques.
- Documented daily catch reports for compliance with regulatory standards.
- Sorted, packed and stored catch with salt or ice.
- Safely and accurately setup [Type] traps and [Type] equipment to catch [Type] fish.
Flooring Installer
Flooring Xtra Kapiti
08.2024 - 11.2024
- Installed various types of flooring, ensuring proper alignment and secure placement.
- Collaborated with clients to assess needs and provide tailored flooring solutions.
- Maintained tools and equipment for optimal performance and longevity.
- Installed various types of flooring materials, including hardwood, laminate, tile, and carpet for diverse clientele.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing professional and timely flooring installation services.
- Performed thorough inspections of subfloors before installing new materials, identifying potential issues and addressing them proactively.
- Addressed and resolved client concerns promptly, ensuring high level of customer satisfaction and retention.
Gardener
Antheas Gardens
12.2023 - 09.2024
- Cultivated diverse plant species to enhance garden aesthetics and promote biodiversity.
- Implemented organic gardening practices to improve soil health and reduce chemical use.
- Designed and maintained seasonal flower arrangements to optimize visual appeal throughout the year.
- Trained new staff in horticultural techniques and garden maintenance best practices.
- Maintained healthy gardens by timely pruning, fertilizing, mulching, and pest control measures.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
Flooring Apprentice
Denis Lavakula
01.2019 - 06.2023
- Installed various flooring materials, ensuring quality and adherence to safety standards.
- Assisted lead installers with layout measurements and material selection for optimal design.
- Maintained tools and equipment, promoting efficiency and reducing downtime on job sites.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and enhance project completion times.
- Conducted site assessments to identify potential challenges and propose effective solutions.
- Demonstrated adaptability by quickly learning new methods and technologies related to modern flooring options within the industry landscape.
- Assisted in the accurate measurement and cutting of flooring materials, ensuring precise installations.
- Cut and trimmed flooring to fit around obstacles and within tight spaces.
- Contributed to project efficiency by effectively organizing tools and equipment needed for each job.
- Worked with different adhesives to join foundation, flooring, and wall materials.
- Assessed high-traffic areas and planned flooring layout and seam placement to suit expected traffic patterns.
Wharf Hand at Port Taranaki Stevedoring
Stevedoring Ltd
02.2014 - 08.2019
- Operated heavy machinery to load and unload cargo efficiently.
- Ensured compliance with safety protocols during all loading and unloading processes.
- Coordinated with team members to streamline cargo handling operations.
- Conducted routine inspections of equipment to maintain operational readiness.
- Trained new staff on proper handling techniques and safety procedures.
- Monitored inventory levels and reported discrepancies to management promptly.
- Assisted in developing training materials for ongoing staff education on safety standards.
- Assisted in training new employees, sharing knowledge of best practices and company procedures.
- Demonstrated versatility by quickly learning new tasks as required, increasing value within the team.
- Performed routine equipment maintenance, resulting in fewer breakdowns and increased operational efficiency.
- Showcased exceptional problem-solving skills when faced with unexpected challenges during production runs, ultimately minimizing downtime and keeping projects on track.
- Loaded and unloaded materials onto and off of trucks for fast shipment.
- Drove forklifts, pallet jacks and other equipment to move materials.
- Strapped items down over protective padding to secure throughout transportation.
- Operated moving truck safely to deliver items to destination without nicks or scratches.
- Shipped material and performed boxing, packing, labeling, and preparation of related documents.
- Managed warehouse operations and verified proper shipment procedures.
Education
Waitara High School
Waitara, NZSkills
- Punctuality
- Hand washing
- Exterior washing
- Safety procedures
- Pressure washing
- Vehicle inspection
- Chemical handling
- Odor removal
- Wax application
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Interior and exterior cleaning
- Interior vacuuming
- Glass polishing
- Vehicle transport
- Hospitality and accommodation
- Repair identification
- Fluid maintenance
- Adaptable and flexible
Timeline
Deepsea Longline Fisherman
Sandford
12.2024 - 09.2025
Flooring Installer
Flooring Xtra Kapiti
08.2024 - 11.2024
Gardener
Antheas Gardens
12.2023 - 09.2024
Car Groomer
Avis Budget Car Rental
05.2022 - Current
Flooring Apprentice
Denis Lavakula
01.2019 - 06.2023
Wharf Hand at Port Taranaki Stevedoring
Stevedoring Ltd
02.2014 - 08.2019
Waitara High School