1. RAFAEL FUENTES JR
4484 Ayrshire Dr., Spring Hill, FL 34609 H: 3526009703 C: 3525874381 golden3347@mail.com
Innovative Construction Superintendent adept at finding engaging ways to motivate construction teams to
exceed expectations and maintain high standards. 25+ years of award-winning supervisory experience 10+ in
airlines operations Self-directed, dedicated Supervisor with broad backgrounds in commercial and residential
construction and in the airline industry. and extensive knowledge and expertise managing airport ramp
operations and facilities in compliance within FAA and company regulations.
Fluent in Spanish and Italian
Project scheduling
Design experience
Building systems and services
Strong interpersonal skills
Commercial construction expert
Subcontractor management
General contracting professional
Excellent customer relations
OSHA Certified
Knowledgeable in construction safety
Interior and exterior renovation
Field Manager, 03/2015 to Current
Edwin Taylor Corporation – Tampa, FL
Field Manager for a shell contractor. Specializing in home construction for top builders: Ryland, Taylor
Morrison, Lennar, Gorman and Company, K.Hovnanian, David Weekly, and Wade Jurney in the Hillsborough,
Pasco, Hernando and Pinellas counties. Currently managing Maple Glen, Connerton, Briaroaks, and Trinity
Lakes to name a few developments currently in process as well as Dade City Hilltop government project. I
currently run around 110 home projects at a time.
Field Manager/ President/Owner, 05/2010 to 06/2014
Dream House Builders – Fort Lauderdale, FL
High-end custom home builder for the southeastern coast of Florida. Directing all facets of construction flow
from ground breaking to certificate of occupancy.
PRESIDENT & GENERAL MANAGER, 04/2002 to 12/2010
SPLASH POOL CARE, INC – Weston, FL
Launched grassroots startup of full-service pool installation and maintenance retail business with up to
16 staff and 255 regular customers.
Direct day-to-day activities within retail store environment including business management, staff
supervision / training, financial administration, marketing / advertising, sales, and customer service.
Oversee installation and service of swimming pools.
Developed and implemented policies and procedures.
Successfully transferred management and customer service skills honed in airline industry to expand
business operations.
Drove business growth from zero to $ 322,000.00 yearly income with 16 employees and approximately
289 regularly-maintained customers at its peak.
CUSTOMER SERVICE MANAGER BAG ROOM OPERATIONS SUPERVISOR MANAGER, 11/1991
to 10/2001
AMERICAN AIRLINES MIAMI INTERNATIONAL – Miami, FL
Top-notch, awarded performance, coupled with rapid advancement from entry-level baggage clerk to
departmental supervisor in less than two years of hire.
Promoted to supervisory-level position from ticketing and customer service manager to Bag Room with
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
SKILLS
WORK HISTORY

2. responsibility for 600+ employees including scheduling, training, and operational performance.
Sourced personnel to ensure gates were manned for all incoming and departing flights.
Coordinated all changes related to adding and removing passengers from aircraft lists.
Supervised ground crews tasked with loading, unloading, and transporting cargo / baggage to
appropriate locations.
Oversaw movement of ground traffic and aircraft turn-arounds.
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RAFAEL FUENTES, JR.
Page 2 Ensured all aircraft were operational according to manufacturer, FAA, and company guidelines for
fuel loading, weight, balance, and performance measures.
Maintained compliance with company and Federal Aviation Regulations, as well as all federal, state, local,
and foreign laws.
Monitored aircraft to assure cleanliness and preparation for flight aligned with required level of comfort
and safety for passengers.
Implemented airfield safety procedures to drive safe operating environment for personnel and aircraft
operation.
Enforced regulations requiring completion of all aircraft forms, logs, and reports.
Observed and planned for arrival, parking, refueling, loading, and departure of aircraft in an effort to
minimize delays and maximize safety.
Maintained close communications with upline controlling agencies to relay the status of arrivals,
departures, delays, aircraft, and airfield.
Collaborated with diverse personnel across flight operations to promote safe and efficient culture.
Served as Environmental Coordinator and member of CARE Team.
Won numerous awards including