Mark Garcia
Melbourne,FL
Summary
Air Force Reserve TSgt (E-6) and Firefighter/EMT with Honor Guard experience and a record of high performance in precision-based, high-visibility operations. Awarded the Air Force Achievement Medal for excellence in military funeral honors, supporting 48 ceremonies and contributing to mission success. Proven in operational environments, including selection for a medical augmentation team during Exercise STEELE KNIGHT. Maintains full medical readiness, strong physical fitness, and advanced technical proficiency (7-level upgrade), with a focus on discipline, standards, and representing the Air Force with professionalism.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Firefighter/EMT
Orlando Fire Department
07.2025 - 02.2026
- Conducted fire suppression operations using hoses and firefighting equipment.
- Performed search and rescue missions in hazardous environments.
- Participated in training exercises to improve firefighting skills and techniques.
- Collaborated with team members during incident command operations.
Firefighter/ EMT
Palm Bay Fire Rescue
04.2023 - 07.2025
- Performed rescue/extrication operations
- Learned firefighting methods, treatment protocols, and prevention strategies
- Gained strong knowledge of fire suppression and fuels management practices
- Helped contain and extinguish fires in buildings and car accidents
EMT
First2Aid
01.2022 - 07.2022
- Maintained professionalism in articulating, communicating, reading and handling noncomplex records of patient names, pick-up sites, delivery times to ensure transport of patient in correct locations.
- Created a comfortable environment for patients and make them feel at ease during their time of sickness.
- Learned the communication skills necessary to interact with people of all ages who require varying levels of care.
EMT
United States Air Force
04.2018 - 11.2021
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Communicated with lucid patients to gather incident and medical history information.
- Trained new EMT personnel in protocols, patient assessment, and emergency response procedures.
- Developed and maintained rapport with coworkers and local hospital staff to facilitate efficient patient care.
Honor Guard
United States Air Force
05.2019 - 09.2019
- Performed 48 military funeral honors for active duty, reserve, and veterans
- Supported 374+ hours of ceremonial operations
- Member of the color team; executed official presentations and community events
- Awarded Air Force Achievement Medal for superior performance and mission impact
Education
High School Diploma -
O'Connor Highschool
Helotes01-2016
Skills
- Military Funeral Honors Execution
- Flag Folding & Presentation
- Casket Team Coordination
- Color Guard Operations
- Emergency Medical Assessment
- Airway Management & BLS Care
- Radio Communication & Incident Coordination
- Small Team Leadership & Training
- Uniform Standards & Inspection Compliance
Accomplishments
- Air Force Achievement Medal - Awarded for excellence in Honor Guard Operations
- Participated in exercise STEELE KNIGHT 25 as part of tactical medical augmentation team
- Supported emergency hospital evacuation operations during Northern California wildfires
Certification
- EMT-B
- Basic Life Support
- Advanced Life Support
- CPR Certified
- Florida Firefighter Certification
- FLUSAR Rope Technician
- Marine Dunker Qualified
Timeline
Firefighter/EMT
Orlando Fire Department
07.2025 - 02.2026
Firefighter/ EMT
Palm Bay Fire Rescue
04.2023 - 07.2025
EMT
First2Aid
01.2022 - 07.2022
Honor Guard
United States Air Force
05.2019 - 09.2019
EMT
United States Air Force
04.2018 - 11.2021
High School Diploma -
O'Connor Highschool
Job-related training
- Emergency Medical Technician
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support
- Basic Life Support
- Florida Firefighter II
- FLUSAR Rope Technician