Brian Peña
Phoenix,AZ
Summary
Field representative and bilingual trade instructor with a focus on enhancing safety awareness and team member development. Skilled in delivering engaging training programs, evaluating effectiveness, and promoting a culture of safety in diverse environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Field Representative
IUPAT
Phoenix, Arizona
05.2025 - Current
- Managed communication between contractors and union representatives.
- Assisted in dispute resolution among workers and supervisors.
- Oversaw compliance with labor agreements and regulations.
- Monitored job site conditions to ensure safety and efficiency.
- Created reports on findings from research conducted in the field.
- Networked at industry events and conferences to generate leads and promote offerings.
- Recruited, hired and trained new members.
Trade and Safety Instructor
Finishing Trades Institute of Arizona
Phoenix, Arizona
04.2024 - 05.2025
- Delivered engaging safety workshops to enhance employee knowledge and compliance in English and Spanish
- Evaluated training effectiveness through participant feedback and assessments.
- Collaborated with management to identify safety training needs.
- Promoted a culture of safety awareness through workshops and informational sessions.
Part Time Trade Instructor
Finishing Trades Institute of Arizona
Phoenix, Arizona
08.2023 - 04.2024
- Created training program for drywall finishing trade skills.
- Instructed students on effective tool use and safety protocols.
- Organized hands-on workshops to enhance practical application of theoretical knowledge.
- Evaluated student performance and provided constructive feedback for skill advancement.
- Participated in professional development to improve instructional techniques.
- Assessed student progress to ensure comprehension of material.
- Managed administrative tasks, including supply ordering and paperwork completion.
Drywall Finisher
MKB Construction, Inc.
Tempe, AZ
05.2013 - 04.2024
- Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines.
- Prepared walls for paint, texture or wall covering.
- Used hand tools such as trowels, broad knives or spatulas to apply sealing compound to holes and cracks.
- Efficiently utilized drywall taping tools such as bazooka, flat boxes, angle box and more.
- Demonstrated excellent attendance and punctuality.
- Completed drywall finish work with exceptional quality and efficiency.
- Trained team members to meet project quality and efficiency standards.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Technician
Glendale Community College
Glendale, AZ05.2017
High School Diploma -
Maryvale High School
Phoenix, AZ12.2008
Skills
- Construction Operations Knowledge
- Worksite Preparation
- Reliable and Consistent
- Excellent Work Ethic
- Safety Knowledge and Awareness
- Team Member Development
- PPE Use
- Working Collaboratively
- Fluent in Spanish
- Mentoring
- Curriculum development
- Field research
- Networking ability
- Evaluation methods
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- OVERTON MEWP Certified Instructor
- Silica Awareness Training - 2022
- OSHA 30 Training - 2018
- Hazard Communication Training -2018
- Scaffolding Training - 2017
- Fall Prevention Training - 2017
- Confined Spaces Training - 2017
- OSHA 10 - 2013
- OSHA 510 - 2024
- OSHA 500 -2024
- OSHA Authorized Construction Trainer
Timeline
Field Representative
IUPAT
05.2025 - Current
Trade and Safety Instructor
Finishing Trades Institute of Arizona
04.2024 - 05.2025
Part Time Trade Instructor
Finishing Trades Institute of Arizona
08.2023 - 04.2024
Drywall Finisher
MKB Construction, Inc.
05.2013 - 04.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Automotive Technician
Glendale Community College
High School Diploma -
Maryvale High School