Efrain Alvarado Jr
23410 FM88 Edcouch,TX
Summary
Experienced Detention Officer with over 5 years working in county , state prison and federal facilities. Sharp officer with honed instincts for developing situations and undercurrents within detention center. Clear understanding of regulations and procedures for prisoner processing, transfer and incarceration.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Helper
RAL Express
Edcouch, TX
04.2026 - 04.2026
- Assisted in loading and unloading freight, ensuring timely delivery
- Maintained upkeep and made sure semi trucks where prepped for take off
Pipefitter
Superior Skill Trades
Brookshire, TX
12.2025 - 04.2026
- Installed and repaired piping systems, ensuring adherence to industry standards and safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot issues, enhancing operational efficiency and minimizing downtime.
- Conducted routine inspections of installed systems, identifying potential problems before they escalated into major repairs.
Youth Care Worker
Sunny Glenn Childers home
La Feria, Texas
01.2025 - 12.2025
- Created a safe environment by enforcing rules while using therapeutic approaches when necessary.
- Encouraged positive behaviors through role modeling, mentorship, and reward systems.
- Conducted assessments of clients' needs upon intake into program.
Detention Officer
Port Isabel Detention Center
Los Fresnos, TX
09.2021 - 01.2025
- Wrote daily reports and maintained logs of inmates behaviors
- Conducted physical searches of prisoners and premises in search of weapons and contraband.
- Regularly conducted security and sanitation checks.
Jailer
Hidalgo County Sheriffs Office
Edinburg, TX
09.2020 - 08.2021
- Received and processed inmates into custody of institution by searching prisoners and taking charge of personal property.
- Maintained discipline and order among prisoners.
- Maintained jail security by performing frequent security checks within cell block and inspecting each cell for contraband.
Correctional Officer
Willacy State Jail
Raymondville, TX
09.2019 - 08.2020
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records and activity journals.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls.
Education
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
South Texas College
Mcallen, TX12.2017
Skills
- Adult Detention
- Behavior Control
- Inmate Supervision
- Critical Thinking
- Spanish Fluency
- Self-Discipline
Timeline
Helper
RAL Express
04.2026 - 04.2026
Pipefitter
Superior Skill Trades
12.2025 - 04.2026
Youth Care Worker
Sunny Glenn Childers home
01.2025 - 12.2025
Detention Officer
Port Isabel Detention Center
09.2021 - 01.2025
Jailer
Hidalgo County Sheriffs Office
09.2020 - 08.2021
Correctional Officer
Willacy State Jail
09.2019 - 08.2020
Associate of Science - Criminal Justice
South Texas College