As part of my benefits of being in the National guard, I had theprivilege of being in a job that was only available because I was amember of the guard. I did the same duties as I did in the Guardexcept it was just in a civilian environment, at a Guard unit.● Same duties as my regular National Guard duties, just on thecivilian side at a Guard unit.

I have gained a great deal of experience with the military overthe years as a generator mechanic and a dieselmechanic. My experience ranges from troubleshooting wiringschematics to troubleshooting engines and fixingminor problems. Being in the military has taught me to work well witha team and how to work fast in someintense situations. Communication is key.● Preventative maintenance on military diesel equipment.● Anything the military needs me to do basically. Everyday isdifferent.

As a member of the HJC Farms employment team, I had avariety of jobs I could do. Utilizing a lot of skills and having thefreedom to learn a lot on the job. I became very experienced in theconstruction field while I was here. I learned a lot more aboutmechanics, my driving skills were greatly increased here as well. I hadto operate and work on a lot of different types of equipment as listedbelow.● Preventative maintenance , worked on Dump trucks,excavators, semis and trailers big and small, Generators,Diesel Ram Trucks, and skid steers.● Operated equipment, and constructed guardrail.

As a Correctional Officer for TDCJ I was able to perfect my skillsin communication, authority, and management as I had to deal withvery sensitive personnel. Although hard to manage at times, Iovercame the challenges I faced here with patience and intelligentpractices by adapting to every environment I had to oversee. While Iwas here I became an even more highly professional individual.● Maintain security and a professional behavior in a maximumsecurity prison.● Give inmates clear and direct orders.