Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Timeline
Generic

Santiago Diaz-Rubin Villasenor

Fort Worth,TX

Summary

Results-driven aviation professional with extensive experience in leadership, conflict resolution, and workflow optimization. An FAA-Certified Flight Instructor who thrives in fast-paced environments, utilizing dynamic risk management and high-stress composure to ensure safety. Passionate about student mentorship, utilizing adaptive coaching styles to simplify complex instrument concepts and guide pilots safely toward their goals while instilling a culture of SOP compliance and operational excellence

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Plumbing Sales Associate

The Home Depot
Keller, TX
02.2022 - Current

Responsibilities:

  • Assisted customers with product selection and plumbing solutions based on needs.
  • Provided detailed product demonstrations to enhance customer understanding and satisfaction.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving product issues promptly, offering refunds or exchanges when necessary.

Achievements:

  • Promoted to Coach/Trainer and was in charge of showing new hires proper work expectations and safety procedures
  • Certified in multiple machinery including: Fork lift, Reach lift truck, Order Picker, Electric Ladder, Portable Loading Dock, electric pallet jack, Table Saw, Panel Saw, Pipe Threading machine, Electrical Wire Cutter, and Electric Chainsaw.
  • Crossed trained in multiple departments including: Cashier, Customer service, Garden, Flooring Desk, Appliance Desk, Paint Desk, Hardware, Lumber, and Online Order fulfillment

House Sitter

Self-employed
05.2026 - 06.2026

Responsibilities:

  • Ensured safety and well-being of pets in client homes through diligent monitoring and care.
  • Managed household tasks including watering plants, collecting mail, and vacuuming, feeding the cats, and cleaning the litter.
  • Provided daily updates to clients on pet behavior and home conditions to ensure peace of mind.

Shift Leader

Little Caesars
Fort Worth, TX
11.2019 - 04.2021

Responsibilities:

  • Supervised four team members, ensuring adherence to operational standards and efficient service delivery.
  • Trained new employees on food safety, customer service protocols, and equipment operation.
  • Monitored inventory levels and coordinated restocking to maintain product availability.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly, enhancing overall satisfaction and loyalty.

Achievements:

  • Acquired proficiency in all positions to effectively address staffing needs and maintain workflow continuity during shifts.

Education

Associate of Science - Professional Pilot

Tarrant County College
Fort Worth, TX
05-2026

Skills

  • Soft skills
  • Patience and Empathy
  • Adaptive coaching
  • Active listening
  • Composed under pressure
  • Positive attitude
  • Team leadership
  • Problem-solving
  • Crew Resource management
  • Single Resource management
  • Situational awareness

Certification

  • Flight Instructor: CFI/CFII
  • Commercial Pilot: AMEL/ASEL
  • Medical & Legal: FAA First-Class Medical (Issued Oct 2025)
  • Endorsements: Complex Aircraft

Total time: 386 | ASEL: 352 | PIC: 276 | Instrument: 86 | Night PIC: 14

Accomplishments

    Demonstrated exceptional composure and CRM during a real-world electrical emergency, seamlessly coordinating role-swapping between flying and troubleshooting with the instructor to ensure a safe outcome.

Timeline

House Sitter

Self-employed
05.2026 - 06.2026

Plumbing Sales Associate

The Home Depot
02.2022 - Current

Shift Leader

Little Caesars
11.2019 - 04.2021

Associate of Science - Professional Pilot

Tarrant County College