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Elijah Ruiz

Fairfield,CA

Summary

Skilled in mentoring students in hands-on manufacturing practices and robotics, cultivating collaboration and technical proficiency for successful project results.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Lab Assistant

Solano Community College
Fairfield, CA
01.2024 - Current
  • Designed and manufactured parts with Onshape and Fusion 365 for facility use.
  • Assisted students in additive and subtractive manufacturing through 3D printing and Computer Numerical Control (CNC) lathes.
  • Guided students in operating 5-axis mills for advanced manufacturing projects.
  • Facilitated learning in mechatronics systems by providing hands-on support and instruction.

Robotics Coach

Travis Unified School District
Fairfield, CA
10.2023 - 06.2025
  • Prepared students for competition in FIRST Robotics by developing technical skills
  • Ensured student safety during hands-on activities with heavy machinery.
  • Taught the operation of horizontal and vertical band saws, along with chop saws.
  • Assisted students in CNC machine operation, fostering practical experience.

Peer Mentor

Solano County Office of Education
Fairfield, CA
05.2025 - 05.2025
  • Guided credentialed teachers in Solano County on building, wiring, and programming VEX robots.
  • Delivered strategies for effectively guiding students through the engineering process.
  • Provided comprehensive information on starting and developing a VEX robotics team.

Associate

Abercrombie & Fitch
Vacaville, California
10.2023 - 12.2024
  • Engaged customers with tailored product recommendations and personalized style advice.
  • Trained new associates on store operations, policies, and procedures to ensure compliance standards.
  • Performed duties of a cashier.

Education

Associate of Science - Engineering

Solano Community College
Fairfield, California, CA
05-2026

Skills

  • Computer-aided design and machining
  • CNC operation
  • Team collaboration
  • Project management
  • Customer service

Certification

Haas Basic Mill Operator

Timeline

Peer Mentor

Solano County Office of Education
05.2025 - 05.2025

Lab Assistant

Solano Community College
01.2024 - Current

Robotics Coach

Travis Unified School District
10.2023 - 06.2025

Associate

Abercrombie & Fitch
10.2023 - 12.2024

Associate of Science - Engineering

Solano Community College
Elijah Ruiz