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Jovanny Alfaro

Fresno,CA

Summary

Skilled U.S. Army Specialist with hands-on experience in carpentry, masonry, and concrete work. Led small teams to complete projects on time while maintaining equipment and adhering to safety standards. Strong problem-solving abilities and adaptability developed through military service and construction operations.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Carpentry and Masonry Specialist

US Army
08.2022 - Current
  • Construct, repair, and maintain wood, masonry, concrete, and steel structures in support of military operations.
  • Operate and maintain hand tools, power tools, and construction equipment while following safety and quality standards.
  • Read and apply blueprints, measurements, and project instructions to complete construction tasks accurately.
  • Deployed to Poland in support of Resolute Castle ’23 and helped construct a 10,800-square-foot pre-engineered building, contributing to flooring installation, wall panel installation, and lumber formwork.
  • Demonstrated versatility across multiple construction trades, enhancing team capability for efficient large-scale project completion.
  • Deployed to North Macedonia in support of Resolute Castle ’24 and helped lead construction of a 50 x 60-meter concrete pad, including formwork, concrete placement, equipment maintenance, and quality control.
  • Supervised Soldiers during mission execution, leading to a 3-week reduction in project completion time through effective leadership and adherence to standards.
  • Supported Operation Trident Ready at Hohenfels Training Area by helping train allied forces and leading construction of key defensive structures.
  • Constructed 200 dragon’s teeth, 200 meters of trench, and 22 bunkers, contributing to realistic multinational training environments.
  • Maintained a 495 average physical fitness score and helped raise platoon PT performance by 15 points through motivation and peer development.

Cook

Taco Bell
Fresno, California
01.2021 - 07.2022
  • Prepared and cooked food efficiently while maintaining food quality and safety standards.
  • Worked with team members to ensure timely order completion in a fast-paced environment.
  • Maintained cleanliness and organization of the kitchen in accordance with health and safety regulations.
  • Assisted with customer service and helped resolve issues professionally.

Education

Associate of Arts -

University of Maryland Global Campus
Hyattsville, MD
12-2025

Skills

  • Carpentry, Masonry, Concrete Work, Formwork, Flooring Installation, Steel Structures, Blueprint Reading, Hand and Power Tools, Equipment Maintenance, Construction Safety, Quality Control, First Aid, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Powerpoint, General Computer Skills, Team Leadership, Communication, Time Management, Problem-Solving, Adaptability, Attention to Detail

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Awards and achievements

  • [Fall, 2024] - Dean's List
  • [Spring, 2025] - Dean's List
  • Alpha Sigma Lambda
  • Army Commendation Medal
  • Army Achievement Medal (2)
  • Army Good Conduct Medal

Timeline

Carpentry and Masonry Specialist

US Army
08.2022 - Current

Cook

Taco Bell
01.2021 - 07.2022

Associate of Arts -

University of Maryland Global Campus
Jovanny Alfaro