Victor Garcia
Gilbert,United States
Summary
Demonstrated exceptional leadership skills through promotion to E-5 in the infantry within four years. Completed two deployments during a decade of service, showcasing effective multitasking while balancing military and civilian responsibilities. Fluent in Spanish with a strong work ethic and commitment to task completion. Experienced in leading teams in diverse overseas locations, demonstrating adaptability and dedication to mission success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Salesperson
San Tan Ford
Gilbert, AZ
09.2024 - Current
- Cultivated relationships with clients to enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Implemented sales strategies to maximize revenue and achieve monthly targets.
- Analyzed market trends to identify opportunities for product promotion and growth.
Team Leader
United States Army
Tucson, AZ
06.2020 - Current
- Led diverse teams in high-pressure environments, ensuring mission readiness and operational efficiency.
- Developed training programs to enhance team performance and foster leadership skills among junior personnel.
- Mentored soldiers on leadership principles, fostering a culture of accountability and professional development.
- Managed operations at a $1 billion defense site during deployment to Iraq.
- Facilitated operations at food banks and law enforcement agencies amid COVID.
- Contributed to state efforts in aiding community development.
General Laborer
Apex Real Estate Network
Tucson, AZ, United States
07.2020 - 09.2020
- Construction, maintenance, low level electric, plumbing, vinyl flooring on residential housing.
- Conducted routine inspections of facilities to identify maintenance needs and ensure safety compliance.
Squad Leader/Sergeant
U.S. Marine Corps
Camp Lejeune, NC, United States
06.2015 - 06.2020
- Responsible for the training, knowledge and overall ability to carry out the mission for Marines.
- Teach classes on overall knowledge and Standard Operation Procedures of MOS.
- Ensure Marines are being help to a standard both mentally and physically.
- Executed several live fire training events while forward deployed in Okinawa, Japan and Mt. Fuji, Japan.
- While deployed in Pohang, South Korea I was directly responsible for several periods of Instruction to the ROK (Republic of Korea) Marines and integrated training of our combined forces and Operating Procedures.
- Attended Non-Lethal training, in order to pass the course we had to be proficient in escalation and deescalation of force as well as detainee handling.
- Counsel and Mentor Marines under my charge and uphold the standard of senior leaders.
Education
High school or equivalent -
Tucson Magnet High School
Tucson, AZ05.2015
Skills
- Military Experience
- DoD Experience
- Security
- Leadership
- Intelligence Experience
- Program Management
- Mentoring
- Surveillance
- Strategic Planning
- Project Management
- Team Management
- Forklift
- Construction
- Logistics
- Food handling
- Supply chain
- Load & unload
- Time management
- Schedule management
- Mechanical Knowledge
- Operations Management
- Customer service
Military Service
United States Marine Corps – Sergeant (06/2015 – 2020)
Led and mentored Marines in mission execution, live-fire training, and MOS instruction. Deployed to Japan and South Korea for joint-force operations and tactical development. Supervised over 30 personnel, maintained accountability of weapons and vehicles, and enforced high physical and professional standards.
Awards: Marine Corps Good Conduct Medal, 2× Certificates of Commendation (Honor Graduate).
United States Army – Squad Leader (2020 – Present)
Serve as a Squad Leader overseeing training, combat readiness, and tactical leadership. Deployed to Iraq; served as Sergeant of the Guard responsible for securing $1B in defense infrastructure. Led squad through live-fire operations, convoy security, and base defense. Recognized for leadership and operational excellence.
Awards: Army Good Conduct Medal, Army Achievement Medal w/ “C” Device, multiple Letters of Appreciation, and public recognition by LTC and higher.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Salesperson
San Tan Ford
09.2024 - Current
General Laborer
Apex Real Estate Network
07.2020 - 09.2020
Team Leader
United States Army
06.2020 - Current
Squad Leader/Sergeant
U.S. Marine Corps
06.2015 - 06.2020
High school or equivalent -
Tucson Magnet High School