Christopher Tuggle
San Angelo,TX
Summary
Experienced professional with over 9 years in military and civilian emergency services, including Department of Defense operations. Demonstrated leadership in high-pressure situations, emphasizing sound judgment and technical skills. Committed to fostering a safety culture and driving continuous improvement in project delivery. Strong communicator with a proactive approach and a solid work ethic, ready to support organizational objectives.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Firefighter/EMT/ Hazmat Technician
Goodfellow AFB Fire Department
12.2024 - Current
- Served as a highly trained Firefighter/EMT within a Department of Defense fire department, executing a wide range of emergency response and life safety operations in support of military installations and high-value federal assets.
- Operate fire suppression equipment including handlines, nozzles, extinguishers, and fixed systems.
- Conduct daily apparatus and equipment checks, ensuring all vehicles, SCBAs, PPE, and tools remain fully mission capable.
- Perform fire prevention inspections for instructor one, enforce code compliance, and support public safety education initiatives to reduce risk and promote awareness.
- Successfully completed the written examination for Fire Inspector I certification, achieving a score of 93%, demonstrating strong knowledge of fire codes, inspection procedures, occupancy classifications, and life safety systems.
Firefighter/Driver Operator/EMT/Hazmat Technician
Naval Air Station Corpus Christi
07.2023 - 12.2024
- Contributed as a vital member of a truck crew, where I identified, mitigated, and eliminated potential fire hazards to protect life and property.
- Known for maintaining composure in high-pressure situations and adhering to the highest standards of safety and professionalism in all aspects of emergency operations.
- Led, coordinated, and executed a complex rescue operation drill involving confined space entry; briefed team members, oversaw safety protocols, and personally conducted the entry into an underground space to locate, stabilize, and retrieve a simulated patient, demonstrating leadership, technical proficiency, and adherence to rescue standards.
Firefighter/EMT/Hazmat Technician
Goodfellow Airforce Base
01.2020 - 11.2022
- Regularly assumed lieutenant responsibilities during staffing shortages by stepping up to the driver position, demonstrating strong leadership, adaptability, and commitment to mission success.
- Utilized in-depth knowledge of building locations to navigate efficiently under pressure, managed apparatus operations, ensured safe crew transport, and supported critical emergency responses, consistently upholding the department's high standards in demanding environments.
- Completed a rigorous 4-month EMT course, demonstrated proficiency in emergency medical protocols, and earned National Registry EMT (NREMT) certification, enhancing ability to provide high-quality pre-hospital care during emergency responses.
Firefighter
United States Air Force Active Duty-Edwards Airforce Base
12.2015 - 12.2019
- Served as an aerial truck driver at the Senior Airman level, practiced advanced ladder operations, and refined driving skills to ensure safe and effective emergency response capabilities.
- Completed an intensive building and shoring course, developing skills to assess, stabilize, and mitigate structural hazards during earthquakes and building collapses, enhancing emergency response preparedness and safety.
- Deployed to Al Jabr, Kuwait, to support Operation Inherent Resolve.
Property Manager
Morse Properties
10.2014 - 12.2015
- Led and trained on-site employees, ensuring strict adherence to company policies, operational procedures, safety standards, and work order requirements.
- Supervised and coordinated two operational crews, assigning daily tasks, monitoring performance, and ensuring all work was completed accurately, on schedule, and in accordance with established work order lists.
- Managed project timelines and daily operational priorities, maintaining efficient workflows, and minimizing delays across multiple concurrent assignments.
- Exercised strong attention to detail in overseeing property inspections, maintenance activities, and documentation to ensure consistency, accuracy, and quality outcomes.
- Served as Program Manager for over 45 residential property inspections, overseeing scheduling, execution, quality control, and reporting to ensure compliance and operational standards were met.
- Controlled operational budgets by analyzing daily supply needs, tracking expenditures, and coordinating procurement to prevent waste and maintaining cost efficiency.
Education
Associates degree - Fire Science
Community College of The Airforce
San Angelo, TX01.2019
Technical Certificate - firefighting
Louis F Garland Fire Academy, Goodfellow AFB
TX01.2016
Bachelor of Science degree - Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Management
Texas Tech University
01.2012
Skills
- Fire suppression operations
- Emergency medical response
- Fire inspection
- Hazard mitigation
- Technical rescue operations
- Risk assessment
References
- Weston Beseda, Station Chief, Naval Air Station Corpus Christi, (361) 815-7246, Captbeseda@gmail.com
- Shaun Lemon, Assistant Chief, Naval Air Station Corpus Christi, (361) 815-7356, Shaun.t.lemon.civ@us.navy.mil
- Roger Abalos, Station Chief, Goodfellow Air Force Base, (325) 340-5458, Roger.abalos.2@us.af.mil
- Jonathan Crites, Lieutenant Driver/Operator, Joint Base Charleston, (850) 803-1793, Jonathan.crites.2@us.af.mil
- Darrell Drost, Assistant Chief (Retired), Goodfellow Air Force Base, (325) 212-2756, Rufsnowl@hotmail.com
Timeline
Firefighter/EMT/ Hazmat Technician
Goodfellow AFB Fire Department
12.2024 - Current
Firefighter/Driver Operator/EMT/Hazmat Technician
Naval Air Station Corpus Christi
07.2023 - 12.2024
Firefighter/EMT/Hazmat Technician
Goodfellow Airforce Base
01.2020 - 11.2022
Firefighter
United States Air Force Active Duty-Edwards Airforce Base
12.2015 - 12.2019
Property Manager
Morse Properties
10.2014 - 12.2015
Associates degree - Fire Science
Community College of The Airforce
Technical Certificate - firefighting
Louis F Garland Fire Academy, Goodfellow AFB
Bachelor of Science degree - Hotel, Restaurant and Institutional Management
Texas Tech University