BRENNON S. TOLLIVER
Palm Harbor,FL
Summary
Dedicated and highly skilled Coast Guard Electronics Technician with extensive experience in troubleshooting, diagnosing, and repairing advanced electronic systems. Proven leadership capabilities, technical expertise, and a strong work ethic honed through challenging roles in high-pressure environments. Adept at maintaining operational readiness and ensuring excellence in all assigned tasks.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Electronics Technician Second Class
United States Coast Guard
11.2022 - Current
- Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair, replace, install, and inspect equipment on 8 different classes of Coast Guard vessels
- Handle a wide variety of equipment, including radios, radars, Global Positioning Systems (GPS), transducers, and Automatic Identification Systems (AIS)
- Diagnose issues with careful and meticulous accuracy before performing repairs
- Ensure all wiring is neatly installed, areas are cleaned, and equipment is left fully functional
- Advanced to Electronics Technician Second Class in November 2023
Electronics Technician 'A' School
United States Coast Guard
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Attended rigorous training Monday to Friday, 8 hours a day, to develop advanced technical skills
- Trained in troubleshooting circuit boards, calculating voltage and resistance, binary code, and soldering techniques
- Developed expertise in troubleshooting radar systems and Very High Frequency (VHF), Ultra High Frequency (UHF), and High Frequency (HF) communication systems
- Learned safe climbing techniques using a harness with a Y-lanyard for equipment installation
Fireman
United States Coast Guard Cutter Tampa
04.2021 - 05.2022
- Worked, maintained, and troubleshot various systems and equipment with a small division team
- Earned qualifications including Basic Damage Controlman, Advanced Damage Controlman, In-Port Security, Underway Security, and Emergency Diesel Generator Operator
- Hand-drew over 20 complex system diagrams, including Aqueous Film Forming Foam (AFFF), Auxiliary Salt Water (ASW), sewage, steering, and fire main systems
- Participated in two patrols, one involving the interdiction of illegal immigrants transporting contraband valued at $83.2 million USD
- Conducted boat inspections on multiple vessel classes and supervised several subordinates as Lead Fireman, overseeing daily division operations
Coast Guard Recruit
United States Coast Guard Bootcamp
02.2021 - 04.2021
- Completed physically and mentally demanding training to meet rigorous Coast Guard standards
- Fulfilled daily requirements, including memorizing key information, attending classes, and passing intense exams on regulations
- Developed skills in leadership, Sexual Assault Prevention (SAP), handgun use, knot tying, and helm operation
Delivery Driver
Pizza Hut
11.2019 - 01.2021
- Delivered pizzas efficiently under high-pressure conditions during major events and late-night hours
- Prepared food, cooked pizzas, fried wings, and maintained a clean and professional workspace
Crew Member
Jersey Mike's
09.2018 - 10.2019
- Prepared food on a flat-top grill, maintaining quality under intense heat and pressure
- Built and cooked sandwiches, served customers promptly, and diligently cleaned the shop
- Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, handling multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency.
Summer Counselor for Children
Rosen Jewish Community Center
05.2018 - 08.2018
- Served as a counselor for a young group of children (K-1), teaching and assisting with Israeli culture, physical activities, song/dance, mathematics, and more
- Fostered a positive environment, promoting teamwork among campers through group activities.
- Evaluated camper performance throughout the season in order to provide constructive feedback for personal growth opportunities.
- Helped campers develop essential life skills such as problem-solving, decision-making, and leadership abilities through interactive workshops.
Education
Electronics Technician Training -
United States Coast Guard
Petaluma, CA09.2022
High School Diploma -
Lake Brantley High School
Altamonte Springs, FL05-2020
Skills
- Advanced electronics troubleshooting
- Leadership and team supervision
- Equipment installation and maintenance
- Circuit board diagnostics and repair
- Radar and communication system proficiency
- Test equipment operation
- Soldering proficiency
- Component-level repair
- Advanced troubleshooting
- Power electronics
- Radio frequency systems
- Electrical safety protocols
- Soldering and wiring
- Electrical safety
- Functional testing
- Installation
- Equipment installation
- Testing
- Troubleshooting and diagnosis
- Electrical inspection
- Teamwork
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Dependable and responsible
- Problem-solving
- Critical thinking
- Hand and power tool operation
Certification
- Certified Electronics Technician (CET) - Electronics Technicians Association International (ETA-I).
- CPR/AED Certification
- Aerial LIFT (MANLIFT) certified
Awards
- National Defense Medal
- Letter of Accommodation (02)
- Sea Service ribbon
- Outstanding Unit Award
- Distinguished Service Ribbon
- Good Conduct Award
- Chosen to be the Electronics Support Detachment representative and received an Award at Washington D.C Coast Guard HQ.
References
- Chris Shelton
Chief at Electronics Support Detachment, Key West FL.
U.S Coast Guard
(757) 679-9887
- Chris Toalson
Machinery Technician First Class at MK 'A' School, Yorktown VA.
U.S Coast Guard
(217) 722-7675
- Kobe Pitts
Machinery Technician third Class aboard 87' Bellingham WA.
U.S Coast Guard
(478) 342-9740
Timeline
Electronics Technician Second Class
United States Coast Guard
11.2022 - Current
Electronics Technician 'A' School
United States Coast Guard
05.2022 - 09.2022
Fireman
United States Coast Guard Cutter Tampa
04.2021 - 05.2022
Coast Guard Recruit
United States Coast Guard Bootcamp
02.2021 - 04.2021
Delivery Driver
Pizza Hut
11.2019 - 01.2021
Crew Member
Jersey Mike's
09.2018 - 10.2019
Summer Counselor for Children
Rosen Jewish Community Center
05.2018 - 08.2018
Electronics Technician Training -
United States Coast Guard
High School Diploma -
Lake Brantley High School
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