Esgar Santacruz
Jurupa Valley
Summary
Accomplished Welding Instructor at I-CAR with expertise in welding techniques and curriculum development. Demonstrated exceptional team collaboration and hands-on training, enhancing student success by 20%. Proven ability to maintain safety protocols and quality control, ensuring a productive learning environment. Bilingual in Spanish, facilitating effective communication and fostering positive relationships with diverse student groups. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Welding Instructor
I-CAR
Hoffman Estates
09.2018 - Current
- Assisted in maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment for students during course events.
- Created an atmosphere conducive to learning by establishing positive relationships with students while also demonstrating respect for their individual differences.
- Instructed students in the use of welding equipment and safety protocols.
- Provided guidance on proper techniques for different types of welds, such as MIG welding (steel, aluminum & Silcon Bronze.
- Maintained records for all enrolled students including attendance logs, grades, and other relevant information.
- Utilized a variety of teaching strategies such as lectures, demonstrations, hands-on activities, and group discussions depending on the class size and needs of the students.
- Collaborated with colleagues to implement shared practices, which promoted greater efficiency.
- Efficiently managed day-to-day operations, including curriculum implementation and continuous improvement of industry best practices to bolster production and task completion.
Auto Body Technician
Cooks Collision
Pasadena
01.2013 - 09.2018
- Welded replacement parts into place using MIG and Spot Welder.
- Disassembled and reassembled vehicle components as necessary during repairs.
- Replaced damaged body panels with new or recycled OEM parts.
- Inspected completed jobs for quality control purposes prior to releasing vehicles back to customers.
- Replaced or repaired parts to complete daily work orders on vehicles.
- Assessed vehicle damage and developed comprehensive repair plans.
- Kept up-to-date with industry standards and new repair techniques.
- Reviewed manufacturer manuals to understand vehicle specifications and parts.
Car Detailer
CarMax
Duarte
06.2012 - 01.2013
- Cleans engine compartment by removing grease buildup with degreaser solution.
- Restored headlights by applying special cleaning solutions that removed yellowing caused by UV exposure.
- Clean full interior
- Wet Sand and Buff exterior Vehical
Education
High School Diploma -
MT. Olive High Shool
Duarte, CA06-2012
Some College (No Degree) - Business
Mt San Antonio
Walnut, CASkills
- Welding techniques
- Safety protocols
- Curriculum development
- Student assessment
- Equipment maintenance
- Quality control
- Hands-on training
- Team collaboration
- Customer service
- Time management
- Welding Certifications
- Training delivery
- Bilingual in Spanish
Timeline
Welding Instructor
I-CAR
09.2018 - Current
Auto Body Technician
Cooks Collision
01.2013 - 09.2018
Car Detailer
CarMax
06.2012 - 01.2013
High School Diploma -
MT. Olive High Shool
Some College (No Degree) - Business
Mt San Antonio
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