Andres Garcia
Laredo,TX
Summary
Dedicated Deputy Sheriff bringing 3 years of excellent performance in law enforcement roles. Passionate about public safety with strong knowledge of local laws and regulations. Proven history of fostering public safety and awareness through consistent patrol efforts and security details for community events.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Deputy Sheriff
Duval County Sheriff Office
San Diego, TX
09.2022 - Current
- Conducted traffic stops, issued citations, and made arrests when necessary.
- Provided courtroom security for judicial proceedings.
- Investigated criminal activity such as assaults, burglaries, robberies, thefts.
- Gathered evidence from crime scenes to assist with investigations.
- Prepared detailed written reports documenting incident information and investigative activities.
- Responded to emergency calls for service involving domestic disputes or other potentially hazardous situations.
- Conducted tactical operations in high-risk environments.
- Engaged in physical training exercises to maintain peak fitness levels.
- Responded to emergency calls involving active shooters or barricaded suspects.
- Coordinated with local law enforcement agencies on joint operations.
- Trained personnel on proper use of firearms and other weapons systems.
- Participated in drills designed to test response times and preparedness levels.
- Used body force to break through barriers and search properties in question.
Police Officer
Freer Police Department
Freer, TX
01.2022 - 09.2022
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.
- Assisted with the enforcement of all applicable laws, ordinances, and regulations.
- Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
- Prepared detailed reports on incidents and arrests made.
- Conducted traffic stops in accordance with departmental protocol.
- Provided security at public events such as parades, concerts, or sporting events.
- Investigated suspicious persons or activities to determine if criminal activity was present.
- Monitored radio transmissions from dispatch regarding reported crimes or emergencies.
- Advised citizens on safety precautions and preventive measures against crime.
- Arrested suspects following established procedures while exercising caution and good judgment.
- Developed positive relationships with members of the community through outreach programs.
- Utilized various technologies including computers, cameras, radar guns., to complete job duties.
- Attended training sessions to maintain proficiency in law enforcement techniques.
- Patrolled assigned areas both on foot and in motor vehicles, maintaining awareness and providing valuable community surveillance.
- Executed law enforcement patrol functions in assigned locations for extended periods of time.
Roustabout
R & R Oilfield Services
Eagle Pass, TX
03.2020 - 07.2021
- Inspected and operated pumps, valves, and pipelines for oil wells.
- Maintained pressure gauges and flow meters to ensure proper operation of equipment.
- Assisted in the repair and maintenance of machinery on well sites.
- Operated forklifts to transport materials from one area to another.
- Monitored drilling operations for compliance with applicable regulations.
- Loaded, unloaded, and transported tools, supplies, and other materials using trucks or trailers.
- Repaired or replaced broken parts on pumps, motors, engines, valves.
- Ensured that all necessary paperwork was completed accurately according to company standards.
- Installed pipes for water lines or gas lines in accordance with local codes.
- Transported equipment from one job site to another.
- Worked on job sites and assigned locations, installing and repairing pipes, valves and pumps.
- Safely operated forklift and aerial lift to move machinery around floor.
- Used electronic detectors to locate and repair leaks.
Education
High School Diploma -
United South High School
Laredo, TX06-2017
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Laredo Community College
Laredo, TXSkills
- Public Safety
- Defensive Tactics
- Intelligence Gathering
- Physical Fitness
- Traffic Laws
- Legal Compliance
- Community Engagement
- Conflict Resolution Tactics
- Search and Seizure Warrants
- Emergency Response
- Relationship Building and Management
- Criminal Law
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Arrest Techniques
- Evidence Collection and Evaluation
- Planning and Coordination
- Domestic Violence Prevention
Affiliations
- Spend time with my family
- Weightlifting/CrossFit
- Slowpitch Softball
- Church
- shooting range
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- Peace Officer License
- ALERRT Level 1 Certification
- Tactical Firearms Training Certification
- Basic S.W.A.T. Course Certification
- Less Lethal Chemical Weapons Training (OC, Mace,) Certification
- Less Lethal Impact Weapons Training (Bean Bag/Impact) Certification
Timeline
Deputy Sheriff
Duval County Sheriff Office
09.2022 - Current
Police Officer
Freer Police Department
01.2022 - 09.2022
Roustabout
R & R Oilfield Services
03.2020 - 07.2021
High School Diploma -
United South High School
Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice
Laredo Community College