Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Hobbies and Interests
Entrepreneurial And Project Experience
Leadership And Soft Skills
Languages
Affiliations
References
Timeline
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Bryan Aponte

Bryan Aponte

Founder
Ocoee,FL

Summary

Dynamic Assembly & Wiring Technician with a proven track record at Birket Engineering, Inc., excelling in electrical control panel fabrication and team leadership. Skilled in wiring harness assembly and quality assurance, I thrive in fast-paced environments, ensuring successful project deployments while fostering collaboration and communication among team members.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Assembly & Wiring Technician

Birket Engineering, Inc.
05.2016 - 04.2025
  • Interpreted assembly drawings and wiring diagrams to build electrical control panels and custom assemblies from scratch
  • Manufactured and wired standard BRIK DMX LED strobe control boxes and fully custom control systems for theme-park installations (Disney Parks, Universal Studios FL/CA/China, Universal EPIC)
  • Assembled wiring harnesses, soldered electronic components on PCBs and other modules, then performed Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) alongside engineering teams
  • Led a team of 3-5 assemblers: delegated tasks, maintained production schedules, and ensured quality standards
  • Coordinated materials procurement: maintained inventory of wire, DIN rail, wire duct, and other consumables; communicated requisitions to purchasing
  • Operated forklift to move, load, and unload incoming/outgoing shipments; assisted with creation of production jigs to optimize workflow
  • Conducted on-site wiring installations, system fine-tuning, and troubleshooting to ensure successful field deployment

Founder & Operator

The Awakening Farm
Ocoee
01.2023 - Current
  • Company Overview: awakeningfarm.com
  • Designed and built a microgreens production system in a home facility; manage planting, harvesting, and weekly local deliveries in Ocoee, FL
  • Developed branding, marketing materials, and social-media content (Instagram: @awakening.farm) to grow a subscription-based customer base
  • Awakeningfarm.com

Assistant Manager

Cici's Pizza
Ocoee
01.2013 - 01.2016
  • Managed daily restaurant operations: customer greeting, buffet oversight, point-of-sale transactions, and cash handling (bank deposits, change orders)
  • Supervised kitchen staff: prepared dough, ingredients, and ensured food quality & safety standards
  • Conducted candidate interviews; provided input on hiring decisions and trained new team members in customer service best practices

Assistant

Otero Landscaping
Orlando
11.2013 - 08.2015
  • Delivered lawn care and garden maintenance services; collaborated directly with homeowners to design and implement planting plans

Education

High School Diploma -

Eugenio María De Hostos High School
Mayaguez, Puerto Rico
05-2012

Some College (No Degree) - Electronics

University of Puerto Rico, Aguadilla Campus
Aguadilla, Puerto Rico

Skills

  • Mechanical & Electrical Fabrication
  • Panel building
  • Wiring harness assembly
  • Soldering
  • FAT protocols
  • Blueprint & Diagram Interpretation
  • Electrical schematics
  • Assembly drawings
  • Equipment & Tools
  • Forklift operation
  • Hand/power tools
  • Custom jig fabrication
  • ChatGPT
  • Grok
  • Inventory & Materials Management
  • Stock tracking
  • Parts requisition
  • On-Site wiring
  • On-site installations
  • Electrical control panels
  • Wiring diagrams
  • Soldering techniques
  • Quality assurance
  • Team leadership
  • Factory acceptance testing
  • Customer service
  • Inventory management
  • Troubleshooting techniques
  • Communication skills
  • Time management
  • Connector installation
  • Safety compliance
  • Electrical schematics reading
  • Wire harness assembly
  • Circuit troubleshooting
  • Control panel wiring
  • Wiring diagram analysis
  • Color coding
  • Problem resolution
  • Problem-solving
  • Product inspection
  • Safety protocols
  • Testing and troubleshooting
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Critical thinking
  • Self motivation
  • Manual dexterity
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Production line collaboration
  • Use of Hand Tools
  • Troubleshooting
  • Team coordination

Hobbies and Interests

  • Gardening & permaculture
  • Arduino & Raspberry Pi robotics
  • Cryptocurrency technology
  • Philosophy & theology

Entrepreneurial And Project Experience

  • The Awakening Farm (awakeningfarm.com), Founder & Operator, 01/01/23, Present, Designed and built a microgreens production system in a home facility; manage planting, harvesting, and weekly local deliveries in Ocoee, FL., Developed branding, marketing materials, and social-media content (Instagram: @awakening.farm) to grow a subscription-based customer base.
  • Fungi Harmony (fungiharmony.com), Founder & Brand Developer, 01/01/22, Present, Launched online store specializing in mushroom-themed products; created logo, website, and digital marketing campaigns., Utilized AI tools for infographic, flyer, and product-mockup design to streamline creative process.

Leadership And Soft Skills

  • Team leadership & training.
  • Quality assurance & attention to detail.
  • Project coordination & time management.
  • Cross-functional communication.
  • Adaptability & problem solving.

Languages

English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Spanish
Proficient (C2)
C2

Affiliations

  • Gardening & permaculture, Arduino & Raspberry Pi robotics, cryptocurrency technology, philosophy & theology.

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Founder & Operator

The Awakening Farm
01.2023 - Current

Assembly & Wiring Technician

Birket Engineering, Inc.
05.2016 - 04.2025

Assistant

Otero Landscaping
11.2013 - 08.2015

Assistant Manager

Cici's Pizza
01.2013 - 01.2016

High School Diploma -

Eugenio María De Hostos High School

Some College (No Degree) - Electronics

University of Puerto Rico, Aguadilla Campus