Juan Cabrera
El Centro
Summary
Proactive and bilingual Apprentice Carpenter trained in the latest methods and techniques. Looking to bring a positive attitude and a desire to learn to a building company.
Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Hardworking Agricultural Worker with hands-on experience in crop cultivation, livestock care, and farm equipment operation. Possess strong knowledge of modern farming practices, pest control techniques, and soil management. Demonstrated skills in machinery maintenance and repair, irrigation systems installation and upkeep, and sustainable farming methods implementation. Effectively increased productivity in previous roles through innovative strategies and diligent work ethic.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Carpenter Apprentice
Almodovar construction
Imperial
06.2022 - Current
- Assisted skilled carpenters in measuring and cutting materials accurately.
- Learned safety protocols for using tools and equipment on job sites.
- Supported the installation of structures and fixtures under supervision.
- Organized materials and tools to maintain a clean work environment.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks efficiently.
- Assisted in the assembly of wooden frameworks for construction projects.
- Gained experience in reading blueprints and project plans effectively.
- Cut materials on job site to prepare for installation.
- Cut and shaped material to specified measurements using hand tools such as saws, chisels, planes, and drills.
- Cleaned job sites daily after completion of each task ensuring no debris was left behind.
- Worked with supervisor in order to learn proper techniques for various carpentry tasks.
- Performed rough framing tasks such as laying out walls or installing studs in preparation for drywall installation.
- Measured and marked cutting lines on materials using a ruler, pencil, and chalk line.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to all safety policies and procedures while performing job duties.
Line Cook
Inferno
Brawley
12.2024 - 06.2025
- Prepared ingredients for daily menu items and special dishes.
- Operated kitchen equipment including grills, fryers, and ovens.
- Maintained cleanliness of workstations and kitchen areas throughout shifts.
- Followed recipes to create consistent dishes according to restaurant standards.
- Assisted in training new kitchen staff on operational procedures.
- Stocked inventory and organized supplies for efficient workflow.
- Monitored food safety practices to maintain a safe kitchen environment.
- Cooked multiple orders simultaneously during busy periods.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously while remaining organized in a fast-paced environment.
- Operated fryers and grills according to instructions to maintain safety and food quality.
- Prepared dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.
- Communicated effectively with other staff members regarding orders and menu changes.
- Set up workstations with needed ingredients, utensils and cooking equipment.
- Cleaned food preparation areas, cooking surfaces, and utensils.
- Performed basic knife skills such as dicing onions or slicing meats.
- Kept stations stocked and ready for use to maximize productivity.
- Prepared food items consistently and in compliance with recipes, portioning, cooking and waste control guidelines.
Agricultural Worker
Fusi road side
Holtville
07.2023 - 10.2024
- Operated farm equipment for planting and harvesting crops.
- Assisted in maintaining tools and machinery for agricultural tasks.
- Prepared soil and planted seeds according to established guidelines.
Safety Supervisor
Mountain Safety and Industrial Service
Calipatria
03.2021 - 04.2021
- Enforced OSHA safety standards
- Recorded incoming staff information
- Maintained an organized work environment
Child Care Provider
Imperial County Office of Education
El Centro
03.2020 - 11.2020
- Provided a safe, educational environment for infants and school-age children
- Prepared intentional learning activities
- Assured the children were dropped off and picked up punctually
Seasonal Logistics
Target
El Centro
09.2018 - 12.2018
- Unloaded heavy merchandise
- Stocked items within various departments
- Provided effective customer service
Education
High school Diploma - Advanced Guitar, CUHS Football Team, Woodshop
Central Union High School
El Centro, CA 08.2012 - 06/2016
Some College (No Degree) - Architectural And Building Sciences
Imperial Valley College
Imperial, CASkills
- Customer service
- Interpersonal skills
- Management skills
- Problem-solving
- Transferable skills
- Material cutting
- Safety compliance
- Tool operation
- Framework assembly
- Equipment maintenance
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Quality assurance
- Inventory organization
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Training support
- Stairs and railings
- Cabinet installation
- Restaurant equipment maintenance
- Safety guidelines adherence
- Material prepping
- Materials handling
- Fabrication techniques
- Heavy lifting
- Framing
- Building code regulations
- Hauling debris
- Door and window installation
- Carpentry techniques
- Repair work
- Hardware installation
- General carpentry
- Flooring construction
- Materials selection
- Worksite safety
- Door fitting
- Precision measurement
- Active listening
- Woodworking
- Drywalling
- Deck building
- Hand tools usage
- Hand drywall
- Power tools operation
- Trim carpentry
- Wood finishing
- Roofing installation
- Drywall application
- Flooring installation
- Scaffolding setup
- Recipe adherence
- Food safety compliance
- Kitchen equipment operation
- Food preparation
- Inventory management
- Workplace organization
- Safety enforcement
- Food plating
- Salad preparation
- Appetizer preparation
- Food safety standards
- Plating techniques
- Food presentation
- Portioning
- Active listener
- Ingredients measuring
- Quality control
- Prepared foods plating
- Kitchen organization
- Food allergen safety
- Workstation cleanliness
- Frying techniques
- Following cooking methods
- Food spoilage prevention
- Food storage
- Welding techniques
- Metal fabrication
- Safety standards compliance
- Educational activity planning
- Safety protocols implementation
- Child behavior management
- Basic first aid
- Child supervision
- Child development
- Healthy environments
- Childcare
- Housekeeping
- Housekeeping abilities
- Positive reinforcement
- Soil preparation
- Supply restocking
- Product organization
- Equipment operation
- Multi-tasking ability
- Willing to learn
- Shelving of products
- Performance improvement
- Pallet management
Languages
Spanish
English
Timeline
Line Cook
Inferno
12.2024 - 06.2025
Agricultural Worker
Fusi road side
07.2023 - 10.2024
Carpenter Apprentice
Almodovar construction
06.2022 - Current
Safety Supervisor
Mountain Safety and Industrial Service
03.2021 - 04.2021
Child Care Provider
Imperial County Office of Education
03.2020 - 11.2020
Seasonal Logistics
Target
09.2018 - 12.2018
High school Diploma - Advanced Guitar, CUHS Football Team, Woodshop
Central Union High School
08.2012 - 06/2016
Some College (No Degree) - Architectural And Building Sciences
Imperial Valley College