Eric Bean
Corpus Christi,TX
Summary
Dynamic Border Patrol Agent with extensive experience at the United States Border Patrol, excelling in counterterrorism and human trafficking interdiction. Proven ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations and document critical incidents. Skilled in firearms proficiency and report writing, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations while enhancing public safety.
Overview
42
42
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Border Patrol Agent
United States Border Patrol
09.2003 - Current
- Conducted traffic patrols and vehicle checks to identify people attempting to illegally cross United States border.
- Processed undocumented aliens at border patrol stations and furnished case resolution details to resolve immediate situations.
- Communicated with Spanish-speaking undocumented aliens and smugglers to obtain information and issue verbal commands as well as make arrests.
- Documented activities in reports and testified in court proceedings to actions.
- Used a variety of law enforcement databases for investigative and identification purposes.
- Explained laws and regulations to travelers and distributors and promoted comprehension to foster adherence to requirements.
Aviation Electrician Technician
United States Marine Corps
11.1983 - 10.1995
- Conducted preventive maintenance and repairs on wire bundles, connectors, RF cables and fiber-optic lines for avionics and weapons systems for the UH/AH-1 Helicopter.
- Adjusted, repaired and replaced malfunctioning components or assemblies.
- Performed scheduled and unscheduled inspections to check flight readiness of aircraft.
- Installed electrical and electronic components and assemblies.
Education
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Palomar College
San Marcos, CA06-1994
Skills
- Counterterrorism
- Surveillance
- Search and seizure
- First aid and CPR
- Traffic checkpoints
- Firearms proficiency
- Human trafficking interdiction
- Report writing
- Vehicle operation
Accomplishments
- Achieved a higher than normal amount of smuggling cases at the Javier Vega Jr. USBP Checkpoint by my ability to communicate with the public, and completing my case work with accuracy and efficiency.
Certification
- Certified Level II Security Officer Training, Texas Department of Public Safety - 08/09/2025
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Border Patrol Agent
United States Border Patrol
09.2003 - Current
Aviation Electrician Technician
United States Marine Corps
11.1983 - 10.1995
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Palomar College
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