Noe Avila
Bexar County Sheriff's Office
San Antonio,TX
1
Certification
24
years of professional experience
- Dedicated Detention Officer with 20 years of experience in supervising detainee activities and ensuring safety compliance. Proven ability to train new officers and implement process improvements, enhancing operational efficiency and security. I served 4 years in the US Army as a combat medical specialist, I deployed to Bosnia and Kuwait, completing multiple missions. I received multiple awards and earned my (EFMB) expert field medical badge. I now pursue a career in HVAC.
Work History
Detention Officer
20 Years 6 Months- Supervised detainee activities and ensured compliance with safety regulations.
- Conducted regular inspections of detention facilities to maintain security standards.
- Managed conflict resolution between detainees, promoting a safe environment.
- Trained new officers on procedures, policies, and emergency protocols.
- Collaborated with law enforcement to process and transport detainees securely.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency within the facility.
- Developed training materials for staff to ensure adherence to updated regulations.
- Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
- Built solid relationships with staff and residents to keep institution safe and secure.
- Provided assistance and guidance to inmates regarding daily activities.
- Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
- Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
- Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
- Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations with appropriate use of force when necessary to protect both inmates'' well-being and facility security.
- Took custody of prisoners from arresting officers to begin processing into detention facility.
- Improved facility safety by performing thorough inspections of cells, common areas, and property for contraband or damage.
- Transported prisoners throughout facility and off-site to medical appointments and court appearances.
- Attended to feeding, housing, and physical well-being of inmates.
Combat Medical Specialist
4 Years- Administered emergency medical care in high-stress environments, ensuring rapid response to injuries and illnesses.
- Evaluated and treated combat casualties, employing advanced life-saving techniques and protocols.
- Led training exercises for military personnel on first aid and trauma management best practices.
- Coordinated patient transport to medical facilities, optimizing evacuation procedures under tactical conditions.
- Conducted thorough inspections of medical supplies, ensuring compliance with safety standards and operational readiness.
- Placed patients on backboards or stretchers to safely load into ambulance.
- Coordinated with treatment center personnel to obtain patients' vital statistics and medical history.
- Provided CPR and used automated external defibrillators (AEDs) to revive patients in cardiac arrest.
- Used defibrillators and oxygen tanks during patient care and transport, increasing chances of survival.
- Trained new paramedics on proper procedures and protocols to maintain best practices and promote great patient care.
- Monitored patients' vital signs to assess condition and identify necessary medical interventions.
- Took patient health histories and asked questions to determine cause of illness or injury.
- Documented patient information, medical interventions and patient outcomes for accurate record-keeping.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide immediate and life-saving medical care.
- Monitored vital signs and documented temperature, pulse and blood pressure to assess patient condition.
- Provided critical support during mass casualty events, triaging patients to prioritize care based on severity of injuries.
- Administered immunizations and prophylactic medications to maintain the health of service members during deployments abroad.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to maintain proficiency in advanced combat lifesaving techniques and procedures.
- Managed field medical facilities during deployments, ensuring proper setup, sanitation, and operational readiness under challenging conditions.
- Coordinated with medevac crews for efficient transportation of casualties from point-of-injury sites to definitive care facilities.
- Maintained accurate patient records, documenting all interventions and assessments to ensure continuity of care.
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
A quick learner
Hard skills - hands on
Refrigerant Handling and Recovery
Thermostat Installation
Heating System Repair and Maintenance
Soldering and Brazing
Know how to use HVAC Diagnostic Tools
Gas Furnace Troubleshooting
Understand Safety Standards
Know how to read schematics
Soft skills - can work with others as a team
can communicate
Communication: Clearly explain problems and solutions to customers and coworkers.
Patience: Handle delays
tough jobs
or frustrated clients without losing your cool.
Time Management: Show up on time and finish jobs when expected.
Problem-Solving: Think on your feet when the issue isn’t what you expected.
Adaptability: Be ready to work in new environments with different systems.
Teamwork: Cooperate with others on big installs or complex repairs.
Professionalism: Stay polite
respectful
and reliable—every time.
Certification
EPA 608 universal certification, NATE ready to work certification, SkillCat HVAC Theory certification, OSHA-10 General Industry for a total of 58 SkillCat HVAC related courses transcript available upon request.
Timeline
Detention Officer
Bexar County Sheriff's Office
01.2002 - 07.2022Read More
Combat Medical Specialist
US Army
06.1998 - 06.2002Read More
Southwest High School
High School Diploma
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