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Elkin Avendano

Winchester,United Kingdom

Summary

Level 2 Electrical Installations student at Eastleigh College with hands-on experience in domestic installations, decorating, and site safety. Demonstrated reliability and quick learning ability through practical site work, tool handling, and seasonal retail assistance. Seeking a part-time role to apply my technical training and professional communication skills while completing my qualifications.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work history

Labourer

Alex Green Landscapes
Winchester , Hampshire
2026.03 - Current
  • Mixed and applied materials for landscaping and paving work.
  • Transported heavy tiles and slabs safely using wheelbarrows.
  • Checked materials for chipped corners and hairline cracks before installation.
  • Dug foundations for sleeper walls and assisted with groundwork.
  • Helped secure posts using Postcrete.
  • Supported the team with general site labouring and manual handling tasks.

Sales Assistant

Ollie's Christmas Trees
Fleet
2024.11 - 2026.05
  • Managed end-to-end sales operations across two high-volume retail sites, taking full responsibility for individual sales targets and payment processing.
  • Expertly operated PayPal POS systems to process card and mobile payments, ensuring accurate financial records and daily reconciliation.
  • Provided technical aftercare advice to customers, including trunk preparation (cutting two inches for hydration) and netting to ensure tree longevity and easy transport.
  • Administered inventory and quality control, including labelling stock, managing customer refunds, and organising 'sold' trees for collection.
  • Coordinated logistics and stock-taking, assisting with warehouse trips to audit inventory and calculate stock requirements for site replenishment.
  • Maintained high site standards, ensuring a clean, safe, and welcoming environment for families and premium-end clients.

Painter & Maintenance Assistant

Domer and Vilano
Portsmouth
2025.11 - 2026.02
  • Execute high-standard interior and decorating projects
  • Manage weekly inventory and stock audits, identifying low-running materials (paints, brushes, abrasives) and coordinating orders to ensure zero project downtime.
  • Lead site preparation protocols, including expert masking, surface sanding, and the application of protective coverings to maintain a pristine workspace.
  • Operate as a trusted independent worker, often tasked with finishing details and site 'snagging' to ensure 100% client satisfaction before handover.
  • Maintain professional client relations, providing clear communication regarding daily progress and ensuring all work is carried out respectfully within residential properties.

Assistant

EAGM
Winchester
2023.01 - 2024.11
  • Managed site preparation and protection, including professional taping and the strategic use of dust sheets to protect client flooring and furniture.
  • Assisted in the decorating phase, gaining hands-on experience in painting and surface preparation to ensure a seamless, high-end finish.
  • Mastered the use of hand and power tools, maintaining a high standard of craftsmanship and site safety at all times.
  • Acted as a professional point of contact for clients, communicating project updates clearly and addressing inquiries with a respectful and helpful attitude face to face at the start of some days.
  • Maintained a clean and professional presence while working in residential properties, ensuring minimal disruption to the client's home environment.

Education

Level 2 - Electrical Installations

Eastleigh College

GCSE's -

The Westgate School
Winchester
2020.09 - 6 2025

Skills

  • Property Maintenance: Proficient in kitchen and bathroom fitting assistance, including cabinetry assembly and basic plumbing support
  • Professional Decorating: Skilled in interior, and wood treatments with a focus on high-quality finishes
  • Site Preparation: Expert in 'making ready,' including precision masking/taping, sanding, and the strategic use of dust sheets for surface protection
  • Tool Proficiency: Experienced in the safe and accurate use of various hand and power tools (drills, impact drivers, saws, levels, screwdrivers, side cutters)
  • Horticultural Prep: Specialised in Christmas tree preparation, including netting and precision trunk cutting for hydration

Timeline

Labourer

Alex Green Landscapes
2026.03 - Current

Painter & Maintenance Assistant

Domer and Vilano
2025.11 - 2026.02

Sales Assistant

Ollie's Christmas Trees
2024.11 - 2026.05

Assistant

EAGM
2023.01 - 2024.11

GCSE's -

The Westgate School
2020.09 - 6 2025

Level 2 - Electrical Installations

Eastleigh College
Elkin Avendano