Joseph Chavolla
Lawndale
Summary
Motivated electronics repair technician with 4+ years of experience diagnosing, troubleshooting, and repairing electronic systems. Skilled in microsoldering, circuit analysis, and mechanical assembly and disassembly. Strong academic foundation in physics and electronics, with a proven ability to quickly learn new technologies and adapt in team-based technical environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
STEM Curriculum Developer & Educator
FORGE Maker Space
Santa Monica, CA
11.2025 - Current
- Developed engaging hands on STEM curriculum for elementary students using the Tyler model for curriculum development.
- Created rapid project prototypes using tools like FDM 3D printers, fusion 360, laser cutters, miter saw, soldering iron, drill press, scroll saw, belt sander, circular saw etc.
- Practiced classroom and behavior management.
- Promoted critical thinking and tool literacy through hands on projects and lessons.
Research Assistant
CSULB Condensed Matter Physics Laboratory
Long Beach, United States
12.2024 - 07.2025
- Fabricated nanoscale electronics and probed their electromagnetic properties
- Performed the mechanical exfoliation of exotic 2D crystals
- Electron-beam Lithography
- Photo Lithography
- Atomic Force Microscopy
- Data analysis & data acquisition
- Worked and communicated effectively in teams
- Created slideshow presentations to communicate my important updates and questions during weekly research meetings
- CAD modeling, 3D printing, Python scripting, & Fiji ImageJ analysis.
Summer Bridge Peer Mentor
CSULB Educational Opportunity Program
Long Beach, United States
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Helped organize, create, and facilitate engaging group activities.
- Cared for groups of 15+ students at a time
- Managed complex emotional and physical emergencies around the clock
- Managed both team and student conflicts
- Learned how to manage stress and pressure
- Created and delivered speeches to over 150 students at a time.
- Made deep and meaningful connections with students and maintained them throughout the school year.
Electronic Repair Technician
Caligames Repair
Lawndale, United States
08.2021 - 02.2024
- Micro soldering electronic components such as ports, chips, and jumper wires (SMD & Through Hole)
- Diagnosed, disassembled, and reassembled computer electronics such as smartphones, gaming systems, and computers.
- Motherboard-level troubleshooting without schematics
- Managed teams and special projects
- Trained new technicians to handle difficult repairs as well as customer interactions
Education
Bachelor of Science - Computer Engineering
CSULB
Long Beach04-2027
Bachelor of Art - Physics
CSULB
Long Beach04-2027
Skills
- Leadership & Team Collaboration
- High Attention to Detail
- Hardware Troubleshooting & Diagnostics
- Multimeter & Oscilloscope Testing
- C/C Programming (Embedded Systems)
- Microsoldering & Precision Rework
- SMT & Through-Hole PCB Assembly/Rework
- Deadline Management
- 3D Printing & CAD Modeling (Fusion 360)
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
STEM Curriculum Developer & Educator
FORGE Maker Space
11.2025 - Current
Research Assistant
CSULB Condensed Matter Physics Laboratory
12.2024 - 07.2025
Summer Bridge Peer Mentor
CSULB Educational Opportunity Program
07.2024 - 08.2024
Electronic Repair Technician
Caligames Repair
08.2021 - 02.2024
Bachelor of Science - Computer Engineering
CSULB
Bachelor of Art - Physics
CSULB