City of Porterville

January 2018 Employee of the Month

Christopher Barrientos

Public Works Department

Christopher Barrientos began his service with the City of Porterville in March of 2015 working for the Refuse Department as a Field Services Worker II.  His job duties include operating commercial front loader and residential side loader vehicles; performing both commercial and residential routes; operating the forklift; welding and repairing refuse bin receptacles; performing routine vehicle inspections as well as ensuring vehicle weights are within allowed limits.

The most enjoyable part of Christopher’s job is the ability to showcase his work ethics through his performance. Christopher takes pride in his work. He strives to perform his job duties as safe and as efficient as possible and in a timely manner. His goal is to continually improve on the skills and knowledge he attains as an equipment operator. Christopher hopes to utilize those skills and knowledge in aiding his fellow co-workers and ultimately contributing to the improvement of the City’s Refuse operation.

Christopher is the son of Ruben and Renita Barrientos. In his spare time, he enjoys fishing, hiking, and gold prospecting.