Beginning woodworker with 20+ years of experience in designing, crafting, and assembling custom furniture and products for family and friend home use. Proficient in using a variety of woodworking tools and techniques.
US Navy Veteran - 24 years (12 active / 12 reserves)
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Hobbyist Woodworker
Self
Los Angeles, CA & Cynthiana, KY
06.1993 - Current
Designed and constructed bespoke woodworking projects to meet specific household and family needs and specifications.
Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety guidelines and conducting regular equipment maintenance checks.
Own and operate a wide range of woodworking machines such as saws, planer/jointers, shapers, routers, and sanders.
Followed drawings and measurement specifications to accurately construct products.
Set up and safely operated woodworking equipment, routers, table saws and sanders.
Completed repair jobs efficiently restoring damaged furniture pieces to their original condition.
Solved complex design challenges adapting techniques as needed while maintaining structural integrity.
Adapted to evolving woodworking trends, integrating new styles and methods into projects.
Maximized the usage of available space within the workshop, designing storage solutions for tools and materials.
Evaluated spousal feedback regularly implementing changes as needed to ensure continuous improvement in product quality and her satisfaction.
Detective Supervisor / FBI Task Force Officer
Los Angeles Police Department
Los Angeles, CA
08.1996 - 05.2023
Solved complex criminal cases by conducting thorough investigations and utilizing critical thinking skills.
Interrogated suspects using appropriate interview techniques to obtain crucial information for case resolution.
Trained junior officers on investigative techniques and best practices, contributing to a more skilled police force.
Collaborated with federal agencies on high-profile cases, resulting in successful arrests and convictions of dangerous criminals.
Chief Petty Officer, Master-at-Arms
US Navy / NCIS (Reserve)
Various Locales
07.1984 - 04.2013
Upheld the highest standards of professionalism while serving as a representative of the United States Navy both domestically and abroad.
Mentored and supervised dozens of unit personnel, providing positive guidance for professional and personal development.
Developed and implemented plans to reduce risk to personnel and equipment during tactical operations.
Directed and conducted tactical operations with accuracy and control in complex and challenging environments.
Earned numerous commendations for exceptional leadership and dedication to duty during high-stress situations or deployments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration
National University
La Jolla, CA
05-1996
Skills
Safe operation and calibration of various handheld and power woodworking tools
Wood milling, planing, sanding, joining, and finishing techniques
Outdoor furniture and household product design and construction
Shaper Origin Handheld CNC
Basic Wood Turning
Innovative Problem Solving
Computer skills (SketchUp, Photoshop, MS Office)
Explosives and Counter-Terrorism Investigation Expertise
Head-of-State & Executive Protection
Interests
DIY and Home Improvement
Fly fishing
Beer Judge (BJCP Provisional)
Bourbon
Timeline
Detective Supervisor / FBI Task Force Officer
Los Angeles Police Department
08.1996 - 05.2023
Hobbyist Woodworker
Self
06.1993 - Current
Chief Petty Officer, Master-at-Arms
US Navy / NCIS (Reserve)
07.1984 - 04.2013
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice Administration