Aaron Vilegas
Correctional Peace Officer
Chula Vista,CA
Summary
Highly disciplined Correctional Peace Officer with the California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, trained and experienced in maintaining strict security, control, and order within high-risk correctional environments. Skilled in inmate supervision, threat assessment, use of force decision-making, and rapid response to security incidents. Certified in firearms, chemical agents, baton, and arrest and control tactics. Known for strong situational awareness, command presence, and the ability to remain calm and decisive under pressure while enforcing institutional rules and protecting staff, inmates, and public safety.
Overview
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Certification
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
California Depart of Corrections
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
San Diego, CA
06.2025 - Current
- Chemical Agent Certified
- Firearms Certified
- Baton Certified
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Arrest and Control Certified
- Maintain safety and security within correctional facilities
- Supervise inmates and enforce institutional rules and procedures
- Conduct security checks, searches, and inspections
- Prepare detailed incident and daily activity reports
- Respond quickly and professionally to emergency situations
- Communicate effectively with staff, inmates, and supervisors
- Maintain professionalism and strong situational awareness in high-pressure environments
- Alarm response trained
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Professional Driver
PepsiCo
San Antonio, TX
07.2021 - 06.2025
- Operated delivery vehicles safely and efficiently to meet scheduled routes.
- Ensured compliance with DOT regulations and company safety standards during all operations.
- Conducted routine vehicle inspections, identifying maintenance needs to prevent breakdowns.
- Assisted in training new drivers on route management and safety protocols.
Dump Truck Driver
BARROWS SITE WORK
BOERNE , TX
12.2020 - 07.2021
- Maneuvered trucks to correct locations for material drops, working with large equipment operators to correctly position loads for best distribution.
- Safely drove truck and materials to various destinations in [State].
- Minimized delays by planning and adjusting routes to account for changing weather and traffic conditions.
- Pulling trailers with the tandem loaded with tractors to job sites
Assistant Service Manager
North Park Toyota Of San Antonio
San Antonio``, TX
11.2020 - 12.2021
- Met with customers to discuss service needs and offer available solutions.
- Gathered information through research and vendor inquiries to provide job estimates.
- Worked effectively with repair staff and parts providers, staying current on availability and service processes.
- Produced accurate customer estimates and clearly articulated charges to customers to minimize complaints.
- Verified warranty plans and coverage and uncovered hidden warranties.
- Great with Service customers with high CXI ratings.
- Greatly liked by fellow Employees and Customers
- Toyota Certified service advisor
Service Manager
Destination Cyclesports Inc
Kerrville, TX
09.2017 - 11.2020
- Met with key customers to discuss their service needs and develop effective and practical solutions.
- Monitored product quality and communicated necessary improvements to the service department.
- Guided techs on automotive repair, tool usage and equipment operation.
- Maintained team productivity and quality of service by establishing and maintaining clear benchmarks.
- Met with customers to discuss service needs and offer available solutions.
- Ensured that each guest's experience was positive, memorable and consistent.
- Set project timelines and kept teams on task to complete milestones according to schedule.
- Met with customers to discuss service needs and develop effective and practical solutions.
Service Advisor
Nissan Of Boerne
Boerne, TX
07.2016 - 09.2016
- Suggested add-on services that would be helpful to customers and improve the bottom line.
- Answered customer questions about services and explained the charges that were involved.
- Actively pursued personal learning and development opportunities.
- Directed calls to appropriate individuals and departments.
- Completed paperwork, entering prescription and insurance or billing information into patient profiles.
- Operated a cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions
Service Advisor
Toyota Of Boerne
Boerne, TX
02.2012 - 07.2016
- Answered customer telephone calls promptly and in an appropriate manner.
- Followed up with over customers each week to verify that they were satisfied with purchases.
- Communicated clear expectations and goals to each team member.
- Directed calls to appropriate individuals and departments.
- Coordinated between billing department and customers to resolve problems.
- Championed the insurance claims process by providing expert knowledge and building a positive, trusting relationship to support clients during challenging times.
- Learned, referenced and applied product knowledge information.
- Worked with the management team to implement the proper division of responsibilities.
- Managed wide variety of customer service and administrative tasks to resolve customer issues quickly and efficiently.
- Determined customer needs by asking relevant questions and listening actively to the responses.
- Asked open-ended questions to assess customer needs.
Server
El Chaparral Mexican Restaurant
San Antonio, TX
03.2008 - 02.2012
- Seated guests by pulling out chairs, placing clean and current menus in front of guests and recording accurate drink orders.
- Addressed diner complaints with kitchen staff and served replacement menu items promptly.
- Bussed, cleared, cleaned and set tables in quiet and efficient manner.
- Folded napkins throughout the day to maintain an adequate supply.
- Described menu items, special offerings and appropriately identified wine pairings.
- Maintained clean and presentable tables with tableware, spotless glassware, silverware and linens.
- Monitored cash intake and deposits, ensuring 100% accuracy.
- Delivered quality service by providing a warm and welcoming environment.
- Stocked and maintained cleanliness of stations.
- Maintained clean dining room, lobby and service areas at all times.
- Resolved guest complaints quickly and efficiently.
Education
Basic Fire Academy - Fire Science
San Antonio College
San Antonio, TX10-2010
High School Diploma -
Boerne High School
Boerne, TX2008
Skills
- Documentation and reporting
- Performance management
- Customer service
- Strategic business planning
- Staff management
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Time management
- Calm under pressure
- Decision-making
- Problem resolution
- Verbal communication
Accomplishments
- Completed 13 weeks of Basic Correctional Peace Officer for the State of California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation.
- Assigned To Multiple Positions such as Acting Sergeant, Housing unit officer, Gunner, Culinary Officer, Transporting of inmates outside the Correctional Facility
Certification
- Chemical Agent Certified
- Baton Certified
- Arrest and Control Certified
- Firearms Certified
- Alarm Response Certified
- Creative Problem Solving
- State Inspector
- Class B and M Driver License
- Fork Lift Operator
- Parts and Service Knowledge
Timeline
California Depart of Corrections
California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
06.2025 - Current
Professional Driver
PepsiCo
07.2021 - 06.2025
Dump Truck Driver
BARROWS SITE WORK
12.2020 - 07.2021
Assistant Service Manager
North Park Toyota Of San Antonio
11.2020 - 12.2021
Service Manager
Destination Cyclesports Inc
09.2017 - 11.2020
Service Advisor
Nissan Of Boerne
07.2016 - 09.2016
Service Advisor
Toyota Of Boerne
02.2012 - 07.2016
Server
El Chaparral Mexican Restaurant
03.2008 - 02.2012
Basic Fire Academy - Fire Science
San Antonio College
High School Diploma -
Boerne High School
Education
- Completed and graduated from the Fire Academy in 2010 at San Antonio College
- Completed and graduated from California Department of Corrections