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Carlos Pena

Los Angeles,California

Summary

Focused Corporal of United States Marine Corps bringing 3 years of U.S. Marine Corp's military experience. Focused on applying leadership, initiative, and self sufficient skills to support and enhance operational criterias.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Field Artillery Cannon Crewmember

United States Marine Corps
01.2021 - Current

Active Duty

  • Implemented security measures that safeguarded personnel from potential threats while operating in challenging environments.
  • Supported crisis management efforts by coordinating resources effectively when responding to emergency situations.
  • Facilitated timely decision-making by providing accurate information on enemy positions, distances, and terrain features.
  • Executed rapid response actions during time-sensitive situations to achieve mission objectives under high-pressure conditions.
  • Led training exercises simulating real-world scenarios, preparing personnel for successful deployments in various environments.
  • Deployed and maintained rifles, machine guns, grenades and rocket launchers in offensive and defensive operations.
  • Supported leadership decisions through effective participation in briefings, debriefings, and after-action reviews following engagements or exercises.
  • Demonstrated initiative to accurately complete tasks with little supervision.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.

Sales Associate

Uniqlo Usa
08.2020 - 01.2021

40hrs/ 5 days a week Full Time

  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.

Customer Service Representative

Pena Garage Doors
09.2017 - 07.2020

20hrs/ 3 days a week Part-time

  • Handled customer inquiries and suggestions courteously and professionally.
  • Managed high-stress situations effectively, maintaining professionalism under pressure while resolving disputes or conflicts.
  • Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
  • Resolved customer complaints with empathy, resulting in increased loyalty and repeat business.

Education

High School Diploma -

Usc East College Prep
Los Angeles, CA
06.2019

Skills

  • Judgement and Decision Making
  • Policy Enforcement
  • Team Leadership
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Time Management
  • Physical Fitness
  • Teamwork and Collaboration

Additional Information

Deployment with the 29th Marine Expeditionary Unit, travelling all over Europe training with other military regiment forces across the world. Including the Spanish, Norwegian, and Italian Army. During this deployment while awaiting NATO orders to help Palestine with Humanitarian Assistance we trained for aggressive behavior with people from other countries and learned tactical awareness while being on duty. Currently serving as an active duty member in the Unites States Marine Corps, honorably discharging from the military December 2024.

Timeline

Field Artillery Cannon Crewmember

United States Marine Corps
01.2021 - Current

Sales Associate

Uniqlo Usa
08.2020 - 01.2021

Customer Service Representative

Pena Garage Doors
09.2017 - 07.2020

High School Diploma -

Usc East College Prep
Carlos Pena