EDUARDO SERAFIN
Orlando
Summary
Dynamic professional with a strong background in military operations and canine training. Demonstrates leadership in tactical planning and team management. Expertise in project management and training, with a focus on safety and precision. Skilled in effective communication, consistently performing well under pressure.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Patrol Detector Dog Trainer
AK9I Student
03.2025 - 05.2025
- Completed a 13-week course with K9 Jinx (520 hours).
- Certified with K9 Jinx in vehicles, mobile, luggage, outdoors, and building searches.
- Exposed K9 Jinx to areas such as factories, stadiums, local stores, and schools.
- Developed strategies for teaching advanced obedience skills including heeling off leash, recall from a distance, scent work, agility courses, and tricks.
- Handled multiple dogs throughout the course.
- Maintained accurate records regarding animal behavior changes throughout the duration of their training programs.
- Utilized positive reinforcement techniques to encourage desirable behaviors in dogs.
- Ensured safe and secure handling of all dogs while in the facility.
- Executing tasks with precision, and finding all odors with accuracy.
- Proficient in maintaining K9 operational readiness, including regular training, equipment checks, and performance assessments.
- The ability to quickly assess situations and adjust training or operational strategies for optimal results.
INFANTRYMAN (11B)
U.S Army
10.2021 - 03.2025
- Remained proficient in a vast array of weapon systems through live-fire exercises and familiarization.
- Led teams through complex terrain, ensuring safety and mission success.
- Trained newly enlisted soldiers to operate military vehicles.
- Successfully collaborated with NATO allies during international training exercises.
- Operated a variety of weapons systems, including small arms, machine guns, mortars, and anti-tank weapons.
- Employed basic first aid techniques on injured personnel while under fire during training.
- Conducted urban and rural combat operations, including reconnaissance, surprise assaults, and ambushes.
- Utilized night vision goggles to navigate unfamiliar environments safely after dark.
- Developed and implemented training programs for newly enlisted soldiers.
- Provided direct instruction to junior enlisted soldiers on proper use, safety protocols, and battle drills related to their issued weapon systems.
- Operated and maintained a range of infantry weapons and equipment.
- Participated in numerous live-fire exercises to hone infantry skills and tactics.
- Led a team of soldiers through a trench system, and successfully cleaned the area.
- Analyzed terrain features to determine tactical advantages or disadvantages during field operations.
- Assisted in the maintenance of small arms weapons systems.
Goodwill
Retail Associates
08.2020 - 02.2021
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Forever 21
Retail Associates
06.2020 - 08.2020
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
Education
ASSOCIATE - CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Indiana University-Purdue University Columbus
Columbus, IN04.2025
Skills
- Military operations planning
- Combat lifesaving
- Weapons proficiency
- Hand-to-hand combat
- Vehicle maintenance
- Project management
- Team collaboration
- Critical thinking
- Problem solving
- Advanced marksmanship
- Bilingual
- Communication
- Leadership role
- Tactical planning and execution
- Report writing
- Dog grooming techniques
- Working dog experience
- Canine training
Certification
- K9 Detention Trainer
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Patrol Detector Dog Trainer
AK9I Student
03.2025 - 05.2025
INFANTRYMAN (11B)
U.S Army
10.2021 - 03.2025
Goodwill
Retail Associates
08.2020 - 02.2021
Forever 21
Retail Associates
06.2020 - 08.2020
ASSOCIATE - CRIMINAL JUSTICE
Indiana University-Purdue University Columbus
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