Tyler Boyd
Faribault
Summary
Experienced Infantryman offering 2+ years of experience with the Minnesota National Guard. With the ability to lead and follow. I am able to give solid communication, planning and problem-solving capabilities. Outstanding team collaboration, and leadership are the most important aspects a security officer can have.
I have proven my skills managing canine behavioral shifts to encourage play and prevent fights. Successful with walking and caring for groups of twenty-two dogs of various breeds and sizes.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
11 Bravo Infantryman
Minnesota Army National Guard
10.2020 - Current
- Led a fire team during infantry dismounted battle drills and situational training exercises.
- Trained in use of M4A1 Carbine, M110A1, M240L, M249, M67, and AT4 weapon systems to effectively engage targets.
- Constructed and camouflaged infantry positions and equipment to prevent detection.
- Performed as fire team member during situational training exercises and infantry dismounted battle drills.
- Certified in life saving tasks needed on a battlefield, through the Combat Life Savers Course
- Advised, Recruited, and trained RSP soldiers to successfully attend Basic Combat Training
Dog Handler
Muddy Paws Doggy Daycare
02.2020 - Current
- Greeted pet owners and went over available services, outlined costs and determined special needs of animals under care.
- Incorporated positive reinforcement methods to correct behavior problems and train for loving family dogs
- Interpreted body language to keep dogs engaged in fun activities and de-escalated potential cases of aggression.
- Managed up to 25 dogs of varying breeds and sizes, providing attentive care.
- Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free animal areas to protect individual health and wellbeing.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
05.2026
- Specialization in Homeland security
High School Diploma -
06.2021
- Awarded The Dick & Betty Shiels Wrestling Scholarship
- Elected Captain of Faribault Wrestling Team
- Extracurricular Activities: Varsity Wreslting, Soccer, and Track & Field
- 3.2 GPA
- Ranked in Top 30% of class
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Wound Care
- Animal Welfare
- Attention to Detail
- Automatic/Semi-automatic Weapons
- Radio Communications
- Physical Fitness
- Tactical Operations
- Wilderness Survival
Certification
- Certified in CLS, providing crucial life saving medical skills to increasing units combat effectiveness. While being calm, confident and collected.
- Hand to Hand combative certified, trained in a mix of Boxing, Brazilian Jujitsu, and wrestling.
- Pack Pro Certificate, skills to help dogs be successful with other dogs and being able to identify positive and negative body language.
Awards
- ARCAM- Army Reserve Component Achievement Medal
- MN NG good conduct Ribbon
- National Defense Ribbon
Timeline
11 Bravo Infantryman - Minnesota Army National Guard
10.2020 - Current
Dog Handler - Muddy Paws Doggy Daycare
02.2020 - Current
Liberty University - Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice
Faribault Senior High School - High School Diploma,
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