Austin Silva

Half Moon Bay,CA

Summary

Skilled law enforcement professional with expertise in emergency response and crime scene management. Secured active crime scenes, executed lawful searches, and produced comprehensive reports to enhance investigations. Led inquiries into fatal and major injury collisions as a member of the Major Accident Investigation Team, while training new deputies on collision and DUI enforcement.

Overview

Certification

years of professional experience

Work History

Deputy Sheriff

San Mateo County Sheriff's Office

Redwood City, California

01.2020 - Current

Responded to emergency calls and secured active crime scenes.
Arrested suspects and completed lawful searches, reports as well as search warrants.
Patrolled San Mateo County communities to ensure compliance with state laws and county ordinances.
A member of the Major Accident Investigation Team and took the lead on several fatal and major injury collisions.
Taught collisions and DUI enforcement during Field Training Orientations to prepare new deputies for real-world scenarios.
Assisted in teaching 40 hour Standardized Field Sobriety Test course to enhance law enforcement training across multiple agencies.
Taught several 40 hour basic collision investigation classes to numerous agencies.

Mechanic

Bay City Flower

Half Moon Bay, CA

07.2019 - 01.2020

Serviced forklifts, tractors, and transport vehicles to ensure operational readiness and safety.
Conducting inspection on vehicles to identify potential hazards prior to operation.
Repaired vehicle components to restore functionality. and replaced damaged parts on vehicles and equipment.

Hull Maintenance Technician

US Navy

06.2015 - 06.2019

Welded and fabricated metal for US and foreign Naval vessels.
Performed hull repairs aboard Navy vessels using hand tools and power tools.
Used power tools, grinders, and hand tools for repairs.
Conducted routine inspections of machinery spaces and reported any issues found during these checks promptly.
Managed equipment inspections and preventive maintenance checks.
Coordinated repair and maintenance plans with co-workers and supervisors ahead of scheduled projects.
Followed safety procedures during hot work and confined space operations.
Enforced safety procedures across workspaces and operational areas.
Reviewed blueprints, schematics and technical manuals to better understand how systems functioned.
Trained sailors on standard procedures and proper task execution.
Supervised junior sailors during maintenance and watchstanding duties.
Monitored crew performance and provided feedback when necessary.
Assisted in the training and development of junior personnel.
Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth operations.
Communicated with distributors to acquire necessary equipment for projects.
Maintained communication with upper management regarding progress updates.
Resolved conflicts between personnel in a timely manner.
Supervised daily operations on board the vessel.
Maintained thorough knowledge of safety and emergency procedures.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Management

California State University

Santa Ana, CA

10.2026 - 10.2026

Half Moon Bay High School