Andy Garcia
Irvine,CA
Summary
Accomplished Sergeant from the U.S. Army 5th Special Forces Group (A), adept in project management and team leadership. Excelled in constructing durable operational structures and coordinating multidisciplinary teams to surpass mission objectives efficiently. Demonstrated expertise in heavy equipment operation and adaptability, significantly enhancing team performance and safety compliance.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Sergeant
U.S Army 5th Special Forces Group (A)
Kentucky
11.2015 - 11.2023
- Designed, constructed, and maintained living and operational structures in austere and challenging environments
- Executed engineering projects to ensure safety, functionality, and durability under combat and non-combat conditions
- Utilized specialized tools and techniques to construct temporary and permanent facilities for personnel and mission-critical equipment.
- Utilized volt meters, ammeters, and other testing devices to assess and ensure system functionality.
- Maintained electric work tools and equipment.
- Coordinated with multidisciplinary teams to achieve mission objectives on time and under budget
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Maintained accurate records of all work performed, including testing results and repairs made.
- Assisted in the maintenance of underground cables and conduits.
- Shortened or lengthened wires by removing or adding wire and used different types of splices, connectors and clamps.
- Installed street lights and security lights, including wiring and fixture mounting.
Education
Construction Management -
Los Angeles Trade Technical College
01.2025
Commercial Driver's License A -
Troops Into Transportation
08.2023
Electrical Craft Helper -
Los Angeles Trade Technical College
07.2023
Skills
- Project Planning and Management
- Risk Assessment and Problem Solving
- Operation of Heavy Equipment and Specialized Tools
- Blueprint Reading and Technical Documentation
- Team Leadership and Collaboration
- Safety Compliance and Quality Assurance
- Adaptability in High-Stress Environments
- Hand and power tools
- Crew assistance
- Cable splicing
- Trenching
- Wire splicing
Awards
- 2x Army Commendation Medal with 'Combat' Device
- Operation Inherent Resolve Campaign with Oak Leaf
- Global War On Terror Medal
Timeline
Sergeant
U.S Army 5th Special Forces Group (A)
11.2015 - 11.2023
Construction Management -
Los Angeles Trade Technical College
Commercial Driver's License A -
Troops Into Transportation
Electrical Craft Helper -
Los Angeles Trade Technical College
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