Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Personal Information
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
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MATTHEW TAPIA

Surprise,AZ

Summary

Dedicated professional seeking a full-time position that offers opportunities for growth and challenges. Leverages strong interpersonal, time management, and problem-solving abilities. With one year of experience in Border Patrol across various locations in Texas, adept at operating camera trucks and managing camera rooms to ensure effective surveillance and security. Proven hands-on experience as a Customs Agent, equipped with comprehensive knowledge of protocols to prevent costly imports that could impact national interests. Committed to upholding safety and integrity while contributing to the mission of protecting the United States.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
7
7
Certification

Work History

US Customs

US Army
01.2024 - Current

Making sure everyone is not taking back illegal or items that can affect the ecosystem back in the US. My man job currently is X-Ray tech. Making sure I catch any items like Life rounds, dirt, insects, plants, or liquids that are on the contraband list given to us during training. I have to make sure this items are taken and that everyone is knows why They will be taken from there bags.

91L

US Army National Guard
11.2015 - Current
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
  • Trouble shooting different issues Electrical, fuel, Transmission codes, and cooling issues.
  • Have replaced air bags and dealt with air break systems.

TECH-5

SUMCO
04.2014 - Current

Worked nodule making the wafer edge a thickness for use to company's.

Made sure i kept up with the number given to me by my manager needed by the end of my shift. Which I always managed to make a few thousand more then tasked to.

Worked mirror polish making sure the wafer was polished to the needs of the customer.

Replaced the drum pad as needed either end of life or cut pad do to wafer brakes.



Camera Truck Operator

US Army / Bordar Patrol
10.2022 - 11.2023

Operated a Camera to help BP (border patrol) with migrant that crossed the broader illegally. I Gave them pinpoint location of there position and of how many in the area.

Made sure the Vehicle I was given for shift was in good condition with a full tank of gas and working camera, good oil level and coolant leves.

Made sure the weapon i was issued for the night was good and made sure I had the right amount of rounds that the shift before was given.

Anytime I was given orders to move I made sure the Camera was properly put down and in safe position to move locations.

Always did radio check when I arrived to my shift location to agents in the area so they knew they had support in the area.

Painter's Assistant /Motor Vehicle Mechanic

State of Arizona
09.2021 - 10.2022

Cleaned job site after project completion, removing tape, and tarps and inspecting for drips or inconsistencies in paint application.

Cleaned brushes, rollers and paint gun equipment prior to use.

Utilized proper personnel protective equipment during painting and preparation, avoiding inhalation of hazardous debris and toxic particulates.

Prepared different paintable surfaces prior to product application.

  • Maintained equipment regularly, extending tool life and reducing repair costs.
  • Assisted in maintaining a clean and organized workspace, promoting safety and efficiency on the job site.
  • Did PMCS as well as Annual services.
  • Changed on Average of 12 Tires a day on small vehicles.
  • Did some electrical work and assisted on replacing a full wiring harness.

Daportment of Health

US Army
10.2020 - 06.2021

I worked I the office doing data entry level work.

Was given task to call possible COVID-19 positive individual

that where in contact with someone that has tested positive for COVID-19.

Inputted information to the data base so we could account for everyone testing positive and those who might be close to the ones testing positive .

After that I was tasked out to a COVID-19 vaccine site to input the vaccine information and the vaccine batch number.

Then tasked out to help with food bank areas across AZ to help with the over flow of people in need of food.

Education

No Degree - Fitness

ISSA
07.2023

Mechanic

Military
Fort Leonard Wood, MO
04-2015

High School Diploma -

SUN VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL
05.2005

Skills

  • Import-Export Regulations
  • Shipping procedures
  • Time Management
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking
  • Problem resolution
  • Verbal communication

Personal Information

Title: LEE

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 10 US Custom Agent members.

Certification

  • US Customs Agent Training - 3 weeks

Timeline

US Customs

US Army
01.2024 - Current

Camera Truck Operator

US Army / Bordar Patrol
10.2022 - 11.2023

Painter's Assistant /Motor Vehicle Mechanic

State of Arizona
09.2021 - 10.2022

Daportment of Health

US Army
10.2020 - 06.2021

91L

US Army National Guard
11.2015 - Current

TECH-5

SUMCO
04.2014 - Current

High School Diploma -

SUN VALLEY HIGH SCHOOL

No Degree - Fitness

ISSA

Mechanic

Military