Damien A Aguirre
Baldwin Park
Summary
United States Marine Corps veteran. Calm under pressure with superior time management and conflict resolution skills. Skills include: Equipment accountability Managing training Critical thinking Strong leader Time management Team leader Supervising personnel
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Transmissions Operator
United States Marine Corps
Twentynine Palms, CA
10.2022 - Current
- Trained new personnel over tactics and military knowledge in preparation for deployment.
- Followed and complied with all required USMC standards and procedures.
- Performed inventory of military equipment, including documentation of materials, statistical data processing and reporting information to senior enlisted.
- Worked in both a team environment and individually.
- Maintained all tools and military equipment, following USMC standards.
- Followed the direction of my executive officer and/or supervisor and pushed the commanders intent
- Responded to emergencies with speed, efficiency and knowledgeable assistance.
- Advised infantry teams on operations, intelligence and risk assessments in daily briefings.
- Trained teams on emergency situation preparedness and study in tactical planning, equipment maintenance and weapon use.
- Completed repairs and preventive maintenance to keep approximately $3.5 million in equipment functioning
- Worked and performed extensive research with a group on the proper way to load cryptographic data in a SABER which was turned into Headquarters Marine Corps to reevaluate and update the technical manual.
- Worked safely at all times as defined by USMC safety standards and procedures.
- Operated with Special communication problems, convoy/ field operations, and base security to help improve operations
- Negotiated agreements between employees to clarify misunderstood directions and resolve conflicts affecting performance.
- Employed transmissions systems to enable command and control.
- Loaded and unloaded equipment, material, job site debris and maintained housekeeping according to USMC safety standards and procedures.
- Operated and maintained Very Small Aperture Terminal-Expeditionary (VSAT-E), High Frequency (HF), Very High Frequency (VHF), Super High Frequency (SHF) and Ultra High Frequency (UHF) vehicular or man pack radio sets (including antennas and power sources, establishing contact with distant stations, processing and logging of messages, conducting frequency changes or cryptographic codes and maintaining equipment at the first echelon).
- Planned, coordinated, and executed operations while utilizing program of record equipment and field-expedient antennas to integrate communication networks.
- Familiar with spectrum analyzing tools, specialized computer hardware/software programs, transmission security (TRANSEC), and communications security (COMSEC).
- Performed hundreds of hours of inspections and job-knowledge assessments.
- Trained new personnel over tactics and military knowledge in preparation for deployment.
- Worked closely with both military and civilian employees from diverse backgrounds.
- Performed inventory regularly, ensuring all military gear and equipment were accounted for and operational at all times.
- Reported supervisors on a regular basis, updating them on issues, concerns and mission-specific information regularly.
- Acted as a mentor to junior Marines, ensuring all protocols, expectations and safety measures were met at all times.
- Performed effective decision-making in high-pressure environments.
- Coordinated training schedules and filed crucial administrative paperwork while in country and on deployment.
- Maintained and operated military equipment, including weapons and vehicles worth over $100M.
- Oversaw training sessions and reported student progress to superiors.
- Proficient when hiking running and climbing
- Able to cross train with other jobs to ensure communications are operable
Private Security Guard
BSIS
Los Angeles, CA
01.2020 - 04.2026
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security for personnel and property.
- Conducted regular patrols to identify and mitigate potential security threats.
- Implemented access control measures to prevent unauthorized entry into facilities.
- Responded promptly to incidents, ensuring swift resolution and reporting procedures followed.
- Actively on patrol checking for any hazards by person or physical obstruction
Stage Crew Member
Losangeles Audio Rentals
Culver City, CA
03.2021 - 06.2023
- Operated sound and lighting equipment for live events, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
- Collaborated with event coordinators to prepare venues for audio-visual setups, enhancing overall production quality.
- Assisted in troubleshooting technical issues during performances, maintaining seamless operations and audience engagement.
- Mentored junior crew members on equipment handling and safety protocols, fostering a knowledgeable team environment.
- Assured readiness of all equipment through comprehensive pre-setup inspections.
Education
UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEM
UAS Drone Course
MCGACC 29 Palms CA01-2024
MARKSMANSHIP COACH
USMC
MCGACC 29 Palms CA01-2025
Heavy Armored Vehicle Operator
JLTV Operators Course
MCGACC 29 Palms CA01-2024
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Riverside City College
01-2023
High School Diploma - undefined
Sierra Vista High School
01-2020
BSIS Security Guard
BSIS
Los Angeles, CA01-2028
Fire Arm Open Carry Permit
BSIS
Los Angeles, CA03-2028
Skills
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Work order management
- Transformer maintenance
- Equipment inspection
- Active listening
- work under pressure
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Transmissions Operator
United States Marine Corps
10.2022 - Current
Stage Crew Member
Losangeles Audio Rentals
03.2021 - 06.2023
Private Security Guard
BSIS
01.2020 - 04.2026
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Riverside City College
High School Diploma - undefined
Sierra Vista High School
UNMANNED AIRCRAFT SYSTEM
UAS Drone Course
MARKSMANSHIP COACH
USMC
Heavy Armored Vehicle Operator
JLTV Operators Course
BSIS Security Guard
BSIS
Fire Arm Open Carry Permit
BSIS