MARTIN TAFA
West Valley City,UT
Summary
I am a hard working person ready to learn as much as i can in any type of field i enter, I have experience in almost anything from warehouse/forklift to security to maintenance.
Always ready to take on new challenges. I am trying to build my resume as best as i can cause my main goal is to be in law enforcement, I am really excited about this journey.
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Technician
ICO
Lehi, UT
12.2025 - 08.2026
- Led initiatives to streamline maintenance processes, resulting in improved response times and enhanced overall productivity.
- Developed standard operating procedures for maintenance tasks, improving consistency and adherence to safety regulations.
- Conducted routine inspections to identify maintenance needs and ensure operational efficiency.
- Performed preventative maintenance on HVAC systems, plumbing, and electrical equipment to minimize downtime.
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Followed work orders and specifications for machine and equipment replacement, repair, or maintenance.
- Responded promptly to tenant service requests, ensuring high satisfaction levels.
- Coordinated with vendors for specialized repairs and services to enhance operational efficiency.
- Increased efficiency of work orders completion by prioritizing tasks based on urgency and available resources.
Security Officer
All Pro Security Inc.
Lehi, UT
03.2024 - 11.2025
- Conducted regular patrols to identify security risks and report incidents promptly.
- Monitored premises to prevent unauthorized access and ensure safety protocols were followed.
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
- Acted as a deterrent to prevent criminal actions, vandalism and misconduct to allow the business to conduct operations in a safe environment.
Credible Messenger
Youth Advocate Program
Murray, UT
01.2023 - 02.2024
- Develop supportive, positive and healthy relationships with each program participants and their family and conduct persistent and respectful outreach to engage individuals who may be resistant.
- Develop supportive, positive and healthy relationships with each program participants and their family and conduct persistent and respectful outreach to engage individuals who may be resistant.
- Coordinated activities and service hours with the needs, goals, and interests of program participants as defined by the service plan and probation conditions.
- Ensure activities and service hours coincide with needs, goals, and interest of the program participants as defined by the service plan, probation conditions, nature of offence, risk level and Program Director and Program Coordinator.
- Facilitated repair and strengthening of relationships between individuals, families, and community systems through advocacy, navigation, modeling, coaching, and negotiation, fostering collaboration with multiple agencies.
- Adapted work schedule to include evenings and weekends to meet program needs.
- Demonstrated extensive knowledge of target communities, local resources, and challenges through lived experience and professional engagement.
- Maintained a flexible schedule to accommodate varying participant needs. and committed to doing everything they can to engage the target population in neighborhoods with high rates of violence and gun violence.
Security Officer
Cascadia Global
Salt Lake City, UT
09.2021 - 12.2022
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security protocols were consistently enforced.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities, identifying vulnerabilities and implementing corrective actions.
- Developed and implemented security awareness programs to enhance staff understanding of safety practices.
- Maintained detailed incident reports and logs to support investigations and improve response strategies.
- Established effective communication channels between staff and security teams to foster a proactive safety culture.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate a welcoming atmosphere while making safety a top priority.
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
Maintenance Technician/Forklift Operator
Firestone Building Products
Salt Lake City, UT
04.2020 - 08.2021
- Facilitated dock operations by moving containers between storage and transport locations.
- Prevented products from shifting and damage through proper bracing and strapping.
- Maintained accurate records of production weights, times, and quality results to support operational efficiency.
- Reported and identified faulty equipment, damages, and safety concerns to supervisor.
- Safely operated material handling equipment.
- Maintained the 5S posture of assigned area.
- Enter shipping data into SAP.
- Unload, receive and warehouse deliveries of production materials (packaging and facer).
- Conducted routine inspections to identify maintenance needs and ensure operational efficiency.
- Performed preventative maintenance on HVAC systems, plumbing, and electrical equipment to minimize downtime.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues and executed timely repairs to maintain safety standards and operational reliability.
- Led workflow of junior technicians, training on safety protocols and maintenance best practices to enhance team effectiveness.
Picker Packer
Muir Copper Canyon Farm
Salt Lake City, UT
01.2019 - 02.2020
- Fulfilled orders accurately using pick lists, order management software, and RF scanners.
- Supported efficient and accurate order fulfillment through attention to detail and knowledge of inventory locations.
- Minimized errors by marking materials with identifying information.
- Supported order fulfillment objectives by memorizing specific inventory locations of high-demand SKUs.
Education
High School -
Taylorsville Highschool
Taylorsville, UT05-2018
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Salt Lake Community College
Salt Lake City, UT09-2026
Associate of Applied Science - EMT
Salt Lake Community College
Salt Lake City, UT03-2027
Skills
- Attention to Detail
- Critical Thinking
- Multitasking
- Decision Making
- Time Management
- Hazmat protocols
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Negotiation
- Clean Driving Record
- Organizational Skills
- Active Listening
- Professionalism
- Problem-Solving
- Public Speaking
- Adaptability
- Self-Motivation
- Effective Communication
- Customer Service
- Relationship Building
- Troubleshooting skills
- Mechanical troubleshooting
- Building maintenance
- Preventive Maintenance
- Hand and power tools
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Parts replacement
- Equipment Repair
- Plumbing
- Drywall repair
- Painting
- Apartment maintenance
- HVAC systems
Timeline
Maintenance Technician
ICO
12.2025 - 08.2026
Security Officer
All Pro Security Inc.
03.2024 - 11.2025
Credible Messenger
Youth Advocate Program
01.2023 - 02.2024
Security Officer
Cascadia Global
09.2021 - 12.2022
Maintenance Technician/Forklift Operator
Firestone Building Products
04.2020 - 08.2021
Picker Packer
Muir Copper Canyon Farm
01.2019 - 02.2020
High School -
Taylorsville Highschool
Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice
Salt Lake Community College
Associate of Applied Science - EMT
Salt Lake Community College