Christopher Mestas
Colorado Springs
Summary
Hardworking professional with several years of professional driving experience. Well-organized in coordinating routes and loading vehicles. Excellent communication, customer service and multitasking skills with observant nature and strong safety focus. Valid license and clean driving history.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Driver
Cali care transportation
Redlands
01.2026 - 06.2026
- Operated vehicles safely across various routes in compliance with regulations.
- Followed all applicable traffic laws, regulations, and defensive driving techniques while operating company vehicles.
- Performed pre-trip inspection checks and reported problems to supervisor.
- Provided transportation services for clients from specific locations to transport and drop off at destinations.
- Communicated effectively with dispatch to ensure timely pickups and drop-offs.
- Assisted passengers with boarding and disembarking, ensuring their comfort and safety.
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing passenger inquiries and concerns promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to improve transportation processes and workflows regularly.
- Adhered to company policies and procedures related to safety and security standards.
Painter Supervisor
Mestas painting company
Tucson
03.2013 - 12.2025
- Supervised a team of painters to ensure job completion within the specified time frame.
- Supervised painting crews to ensure quality and efficiency on job sites.
- Inspected completed work for adherence to company standards and client specifications.
- Monitored and evaluated employee performance, providing feedback on areas for improvement.
- Trained new painters on techniques, safety protocols, and equipment usage.
- Provided guidance and mentorship to new painters as they learned the trade.
- Developed painting schedules and assigned tasks to each painter according to their skillset.
- Coordinated project timelines and schedules with clients and subcontractors.
- Ordered necessary supplies and equipment for each job site.
- Maintained inventory of paints, tools, and safety equipment for projects.
- Resolved conflicts among team members to maintain a positive work environment.
- Participated in negotiations with vendors in order to secure competitive pricing for supplies.
- Implemented cost-saving measures wherever possible while still maintaining high standards of quality.
- Tracked costs associated with each project including labor hours, material costs.
- Assisted with recruitment activities such as interviewing potential candidates, conducting background checks.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
Sales Representative
Sam Levitz Furniture
Tucson
05.2014 - 09.2015
- Demonstrated product features and benefits to enhance customer understanding.
- Developed key customer relationships to increase sales.
- Assisted customers in selecting furniture that meets their needs and preferences.
- Processed sales transactions accurately using point-of-sale systems.
- Provided information on financing options to facilitate customer purchases.
- Addressed customer inquiries and resolved issues promptly and professionally.
- Maintained a clean and organized showroom for optimal customer experience.
- Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss sales strategies and promotions.
Night Shift Lead
Superstop market
Tucson
01.2013 - 05.2014
- Supervised night shift operations ensuring efficient workflow and team coordination.
- Trained new staff on store procedures and safety protocols.
- Managed inventory levels and organized stock for overnight replenishment.
- Assisted customers by providing product information and resolving inquiries.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization throughout the store during shifts.
- Reported any incidents or accidents that happened during night shifts to management immediately.
- Coordinated with vendors for supply deliveries, ensuring accuracy in order fulfillment.
Education
G.E.D
Safford, AZSkills
- Driving and transportation
- Safe driving practices
- Traffic laws
- Vehicle inspections
- Materials transport
- Inventory management
- Record keeping
- Daily logging
- Customer service
- Relationship building
- Conflict resolution
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Physical stamina
- Effective communication
- Verbal and written communication
- Training and mentoring
- Relationship building
- Problem-solving
- Safety compliance
- Vehicle inspections
Languages
English
Professional
Accomplishments
- Employee of the month for most reliable and ready availability
Affiliations
- I’ve ran a business at the same time having to work other jobs when my business wasn’t doing well but somehow still made everything work out fine learned to multitask and time management was a must I’m ok with working long hours to get job done need be I’ve learned over the years no matter what situation happens stay calm and figure out how to handle the situation
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Driver
Cali care transportation
01.2026 - 06.2026
Sales Representative
Sam Levitz Furniture
05.2014 - 09.2015
Painter Supervisor
Mestas painting company
03.2013 - 12.2025
Night Shift Lead
Superstop market
01.2013 - 05.2014
G.E.D