Derek Chino - Advanced Welding - Albuquerque Job Corps Center

Derek Chino

is the Advanced Welding instructor at Albuquerque Job Corps Center, bringing experience in new construction, commercial fabrication, quality control and more to the classroom. His favorite part of his job is working with students and giving them what they need to succeed.

Gwendolyn Tom - Advanced Welding - Albuquerque Job Corps Center

Gwendolyn Tom

is the Advanced Welding instructor at Albuquerque Job Corps Center. Gwendolyn brings over 12 years of experience in fabrication, structural and aircraft welding to the classroom. She is proud to be an example of a woman in a nontraditional field who helps students succeed.

Jose Luis Vaquera - Maintenance - Light Repair - David L. Carrasco Job Corps Center

Jose Luis Vaquera

is one of David L. Carrasco Job Corps Center’s Automotive Technician instructors. As a United States Navy veteran and graduate of Job Corps with extensive diesel engineering experience, Jose is well-positioned to mentor and train students. He has a passion for teaching and has embraced the role of helping students achieve both personal and professional career goals.