Jerry Esparza

• Demonstrated ability to work effectively as part of a team to achieve shared goals.
• Proficient in operating and maintaining specialized equipment and machinery.
• Exhibited strong problem-solving skills to address issues efficiently.
• Thrived in high-pressure, time-sensitive environments.
• Certified U.S. Army Motor Vehicle Operator including but not limited to Howitzers and ammunition trucks.
• Communication via radio, email and encrypted applications/websites.
• Coordination/distribution of training schedules and filed administrative paperwork.
• Supported leadership decisions through effective participation in briefings, debriefings, and after-action reviews following engagements or exercises.
• Enhanced accuracy in target acquisition by diligently utilizing field maps, aerial photography, and digital data.
• Assisted in the development of junior crew members through mentorship and guidance on tasks such as gunnery techniques and tactical movement procedures.
• Conducted comprehensive risk assessments before each mission to minimize potential hazards for the crew and equipment during operations.

-Hurricane Harvey/ Help and Rescue

• Rescued people from danger zones & cleared vehicles from roads to prevent hazards.
• Supplied food, water, and essentials to those in need & loaded over 20 pallets of supplies into vehicles and planes for distribution.

-Operation Guardian Support

• Monitored cameras at six border stations to detect suspicious activity along the US-Mexico border.
• Greeted incoming visitors & customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
• Coordinated phone, email, mail, and fax communications.
• Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
• Vehicle Maintenance Operator: Transported 90+ vehicles, driving 50,000+ miles & completing 45 maintenance checks.
• Trained Border Patrol agents in less lethal techniques to prepare them for various scenarios and objectives.

-COVID 19 Response Support

• Provided excellent communication skills, both verbal and written for over 500 individuals by taking their personal information and imputing in our medical website that collects and saves data.
• Lead a medical team during the COVID response mission successfully vaccinating over 5835 individuals.

-Operation Loan Star

• Helped deter or detect 27,598 illegal immigrants in the El Paso sector and 6,346 in Van Horn sector.
• Maintained accountability of over $3,000,000 worth of equipment that resulted in zero loss.
• Secured a location with robust security measures, including 3000 feet of triple-strand concertina wire.
• Patrolled facilities and monitored surveillance to ensure the safety of guests & property.
• Cut response times by streamlining emergency procedures and teaming up with local law enforcement.
• Established trusted relationships with local community members, strengthening security team's community ties.

-Operation Inherit Resolve

• Operated Forward Area Air Defense systems for over 1800 hours, protecting 3600 US and coalition forces and critical assets worth billions of dollars.
• Analyzed intelligence data and ensured seamless connectivity to air defense networks by maintaining and troubleshooting critical systems worth over $5MM.
• Stayed up-to-date with current events, tactics, and technologies to enhance Base Defense Operations.
• Trained 7 crews as a C COFT/CDS3 system instructor, boosting their success rate and contributing to 756 hours of training and 12 certifications, enhancing unit readiness for air defense operations.

• Participated in regular meetings with interdisciplinary teams to discuss progress towards goals established for each client.
• Provided support to individuals with disabilities by assisting them with daily living tasks such as meal preparation, hygiene, errands, and leisure activities.
• Assisted clients in developing independent living skills through instruction and modeling of appropriate behaviors.
• Cultivated relationships between family members through regular contact regarding progress updates on their loved one's care plan objectives.
• Maintained accurate records of services provided for each client according to agency policies and procedures.
• Observed changes in client behavior or physical condition and reported concerns promptly to supervisor.
• Managed crisis situations calmly while ensuring the safety of both the client and staff members involved.
• Supported clients in achieving personal goals by providing encouragement, guidance, and assistance as needed.

• Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to ensure safety, quality to food preparation process and compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Instructed new staff in proper food preparation, storage, use of kitchen equipment and sanitation.
• Demonstrated strong multitasking skills and managed multiple orders during peak periods with a high accuracy rate without sacrificing quality or presentation.