Adan Perez

  

Biography:

Military Experience: 3.3 years

Work Experience: 9.4 years

Work Experience:

Motivated and reliable team member with a diverse background that includes experience in food processing operations, mechanical manufacturing environments, and ongoing education in business administration with a concentration in small business and entrepreneurship. Proven ability to operate, troubleshoot, and maintain complex machinery, ensuring safety and efficiency in high-demand settings. Skilled in following technical instructions, working collaboratively with team members, and adhering to strict safety protocols. Currently on track to earn a bachelor’s degree, demonstrating strong time management, discipline, and a commitment to personal growth and professional development. Eager to transition into union carpentry, leveraging hands-on mechanical experience, problem-solving abilities, and a keen understanding of safety standards and procedures. Known for a strong work ethic, adaptability, and a fast learner, with the ability to thrive in physically demanding and team-oriented environments. Seeking an opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a professional construction team, while continuously developing carpentry skills, knowledge of building trades, and contributing to high-quality project completion. Dedicated to providing reliable, safe, and efficient workmanship on every project. 

Military Service:

  • Rank: Specialist

    Branch/Position: Army

    Period: January 2015 - May 2018

    Occupation: Combat Engineer

    Security Clearance: None

    Duties Description:

    Plans, directs, and conducts engineer support of combat and peacetime operations; support includes enhancement of friendly mobility, impeding enemy mobility (counter-mobility), providing survivability support, performing sustainment engineering missions (particularly construction), conducting topographic operations, and when necessary, fighting as infantry; combat engineers command combat engineer, construction, and topographic units; direct planning and implementation of engineering and topographic support at all levels of operations.

    • Conduct operations that include route clearance of obstacles and rivers. Construct fighting positions, fixed/floating bridges, obstacles, and defensive positions. Prepare and install firing systems for demolition and explosives. Small unit tactics, leadership skills, and skills required to perform as part of a combined arms team.

Work history:

  • Job Title: Facility Maintenance Technician

    Company: LusAmerica Foods Inc

    Period: April 2023 - November 2024

    Role Description:
    • Operate an assortment of equipment including: forklift, buffer/burnisher, rider sweeper/scrubber, blower, vacuum, pressure washer and others as needed.
    • Work on various preventative maintenance projects to maintain cleanliness, appearance, and safety of the facility
    • Complete daily, weekly and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
    • Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair, reducing safety risks
    • Measured dimensions of finished workpieces for conformance to specifications, using precision measuring instruments 

  • Job Title: Set-Up Technician

    Company: Herc Rentals Pro Solutions

    Period: April 2022 - March 2023

    Role Description:
    • Work with maintenance personnel to perform preventative maintenance and replace faulty equipment
    • Performed preventative maintenance on machines, using various hand tools, drill presses, and power tools.
    • Maintain department equipment as necessary, both operationally and in a neat and orderly manner for storage.
    • Operate an assortment of equipment including: forklift, buffer/burnisher, rider sweeper/scrubber, walk behind scrubber, blower, vacuum, pressure washer and others as needed
    • Review work assignments and work orders with the Set-Up Team and Manager / Assistant Manager
    • Assign tasks and supervise Part Time / Temporary staff when needed 

  • Job Title: Automotive Technician (Lube Tech)

    Company: EPIC Chevrolet

    Period: March 2021 - March 2022

    Role Description:
    • Following company-created checklists to inspect and test vehicles.
    • Performing standard mechanical repairs, such as changing fluids, filters, and brake components.
    • Learning repair techniques under the supervision of the mechanic.
    • Testing vehicles before and after repair procedures.
    • Following safety guidelines to ensure the well-being of myself and others. 

  • Job Title: Machine Operator

    Company: Latitude 36 Foods, LLC

    Period: February 2020 - January 2021

    Role Description:
    • Set up and operated production equipment according to daily work orders and safety procedures.
    • Monitor processes to avoid overloading and keep machinery functioning properly.
    • Assisted new employees with assembly tasks to maintain production levels.
    • Checked machinery operation visually, addressed issues by performing minor maintenance and escalated serious problems to management or maintenance personnel.
    • Maintained work environments safe and efficient at all times. 

  • Job Title: Machine Operator

    Company: Earthbound Farms

    Period: December 2018 - December 2019

    Role Description:
    • Documented daily production data and submitted accurate time logs to keep management up-to-date.
    • Adjusted controls to change machine settings, reducing errors of finished products.
    • Adjusted guides and holding devices, reducing errors from potential misalignment or product movement.
    • Maintained assigned equipment and performed daily inspections to increase equipment lifetimes to reduce maintenance costs.
    • Kept areas clean, neat and inspection-ready at all times to comply with product guidelines. 

  • Job Title: General Labor

    Company: Avila Construction

    Period: May 2018 - December 2018

    Role Description:
    • Maintain safety number one by wearing ppe, and observing the environment for possible hazards.
    • Use of heavy duty power tools such as hammers drills, and neumatic nailers
    • Demolition of old structures using adequate equipment
    • Clean out site of debris and discarded material
    • Unloading and carrying building material 

  • Job Title: 12B Combat Engineer, E-4

    Company: U.S. Army, 20TH EN BDE, 46TH EN BN

    Period: January 2015 - May 2018

    Role Description:
    • Conduct operations that include route clearance of obstacles and rivers.
    • Construct fighting positions, fixed/floating bridges, obstacles, and defensive positions.
    • Prepare and install firing systems for demolition and explosives.
    • Small unit tactics, leadership skills, and skills required to perform as part of a combined arms team. 

Education:

  • UTI Sacramento

    Other – Diesel Technology

    Period: April 2021 - March 2023

  • DeVry University

    Bachelor's Degree – Business Administration with a concentration in Small Business and Entrepreneurship

    Period: April 2024 - present

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