My Work Experience
DCO Technician
Aug. 2024 - Current
Amazon Web Services
Boardman, OR, USA
• Working as a data center technician at AWS through a contract
provided by TEKSystems
• Experienced with Trouble Ticketing,
MyDay, and Amazon Boost ticketing systems
• Collaborated on a
project team to optimize asset utilization by transferring functional
hard drives from decommissioned hosts to operational systems,
extending hardware life and reducing costs
• Developed and
enhanced user scripts for team and company-wide use via Tampermonkey,
streamlining verification processes and reducing repetitive tasks,
yielding about 70 hours saved per tech each year.
Reason for leaving: N/A
IT Technician - Epic Application Analyst
Apr. 2024 - Jun. 2024
MultiCare - TEKSystems
Yakima, WA, USA
• Executed test scripts on various devices, including PCs, printers,
scanners, credit card readers, and signature pads, to ensure hardware
assets were operational prior to new software implementation
• Provided excellent customer service by working collaboratively with
the project team and employees in an open business environment,
ensuring minimal disruption during testing processes
• Documented test results and troubleshot hardware and OS issues to
support software implementation
Reason for leaving: This was a contracted position and the job was finished so the contract ended.
Spanish Interpreter
Jun. 2021 - Current
CyraCom International Inc.
Yakima, WA, USA
• Studied and prepared medical terms to accurately and promptly relay
information between patients and medical professionals five to six
times per month
• Interpreted discussion between several individuals and parties
simultaneously to verify patients were receiving adequate care and
obtained the help they needed both in a medical setting and at home
• Explained lab results to patients and walked them through paperwork
and ensured understanding throughout the process
Reason for leaving: N/A
Mortgage Loan Officer
Feb. 2022 - Nov. 2022
Q Home Loans
Yakima, WA, USA
• Demonstrated commitment and flexibility by setting personal work
schedule to exceed 50 hours per week, balancing office
responsibilities with active participation in community events
• Leveraged comprehensive loan officer duties to enhance client
relationships and community presence, contributing to the overall
growth and reputation of the organization
Reason for leaving: Wanted to focus full-time on school and the market wasn't favorable for new officers.
Project Escort
Jun. 2021 - Sep. 2021
Two Rivers Correctional Institution
Umatilla, OR, USA
As a project escort, my duty was to escort the construction crews into the institution and monitor them as they worked. I was to ensure that they were working safely and that the Adults in Custody (AICs, A.K.A. Inmates) maintained a safe distance from any tools or equipment. We also had to monitor the crews to ensure that they kept track of all tools and did not intentionally or unintentionally allow the tools to fall into the hands of an AIC.
Reason for leaving: Temporary position, plus I moved to Yakima, WA.
Construction Worker
May 2021 - Jun. 2021
Sletten Construction Company
Hermiston, OR. USA
Assisted as a temporary worker in the construction required to remodel the interior of a Walmart store. Job requirements involved: using power tools, operating scissor lifts, demolition, installing cabinets, replacing drywall, framing, anchoring shelving units, replacing acoustic ceiling tiles
Reason for leaving: Temporary job and I was not willing to travel around the country for work.
Zone Leader
May 2019 - May 2021
Non-Profit Organization
Buenos Aires, Argentina
• Designed and implemented a Spanish learning curriculum to a group of
over 200 people to improve learning speed and efficiency across the
organization
• Facilitated weekly meetings with teammates to go over lessons
learned, goals set for the week, and taught lessons to improve
knowledge and motivate team members to achieve their goals
Reason for leaving: It was a temporary, two year mission, which I successfully completed, so I returned home.
Handyman
Mar. 2015 - Sep. 2021
Sterling Properties
McNary, OR, USA
Paint houses (interior and exterior), remove carpet, do yard work, including trim trees, bushes and other plants, mowing, raking, leveling and other landscaping tasks. Clean and wash the interior and exterior of houses using a variety of tools including an exterior pressure washer. Installed hardwood floors, toilets, and a variety of other common household appliances.
Reason for leaving: Moved to Yakima, WA.
Indoor Air Quality Specialist
Aug. 2018 - Jan. 2019
Northwest Air Supply
Kennewick, WA, USA
I was primarily responsible for answering all questions, assisting our sales staff in writing up orders, gathering all information in regards to warranty activation, and submitting information to our sales staff. I met on-site with clientele, ran a number of tests on the air and environment, located the sources of any problems I found, and offered solutions furnished by the company. Part of the process of offering solutions was doing a presentation of the products we offered, and helping find a comfortable investment plan for the customers.
Reason for leaving: I left because I was putting too many miles on my car and I wanted to take some time to get ready to leave on my mission.
Landscaper
Jul. 2017 - Aug. 2018
Port of Morrow
Boardman, OR, USA
I used to mow, edge, fertilize and otherwise maintain lawns. I trimmed and pruned trees and shrubs. I have designed and installed entire irrigation systems. I have worked with heavy equipment and machinery, as well as operated smaller tools and equipment. I have sprayed both pesticides and herbicides.
Reason for leaving: I have back problems and this was causing them to flair up. I was also offered a position at Northwest Air Supply, so I took the job.