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
03.2026 - 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
11.2024 - 05.2026
- 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
11.2025 - 02.2026
- 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
01.2023 - 11.2024
- 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 09.2020 - 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
03.2026 - Current
Painter & Maintenance Assistant
Domer and Vilano
11.2025 - 02.2026
Sales Assistant
Ollie's Christmas Trees
11.2024 - 05.2026
Assistant
EAGM
01.2023 - 11.2024
GCSE's -
The Westgate School
09.2020 - 6 2025
Level 2 - Electrical Installations
Eastleigh College