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Evan Tafoya

San Luis Obispo

Summary

Dedicated Coast Guard veteran with extensive experience in search and rescue, firefighting, and law enforcement operations. Skilled in high-stress emergency response, advanced damage control, and SCBA firefighting techniques, with proven ability to lead and train personnel in mission-critical tasks. Strong mechanical and technical background as a Machinery Technician, with a track record of supervising and developing over 20 crew members. Committed to teamwork, public safety, and bringing lifesaving skills and discipline to a career in the fire service.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Machinery Technician/Search and Rescue Responder

United States Coast Gaurd
06.2022 - Current
  • Conducted search and rescue (SAR) missions in heavy surf, high seas, and severe weather, rescuing distressed vessels and individuals.
  • Operated, maintained, and repaired the 47-ft Motor Lifeboat (MLB) and critical propulsion, electrical, and damage-control systems.
  • Performed maritime law enforcement, including vessel boardings, safety inspections, fisheries regulation enforcement, and BUI investigations.
  • Supervised and trained over 20 personnel in boat operations, SAR techniques, engineering procedures, and law enforcement protocols.
  • Qualified as Boat Crewmember, leading navigation, lookout, towing, and recovery operations under hazardous sea conditions.
  • Administered first aid and emergency medical care during rescue operations to stabilize patients until transfer.
  • Maintained operational readiness through rigorous training, equipment inspections, and drills, ensuring compliance with Coast Guard safety and performance standards.

Law Enforcement/Search and Rescue Responder

United States Coast Gaurd
04.2021 - 02.2022
  • Conducted counter-narcotics and migrant interdiction patrols throughout the Caribbean, interdicting large quantities of illegal drugs and preventing unlawful entry into the U.S.
  • Performed maritime law enforcement operations, including vessel boardings, safety inspections, and compliance enforcement.
  • Assisted in search and rescue (SAR) missions, providing lifesaving aid to mariners in distress.
  • Advanced Damage Control Qualified – trained and certified in onboard firefighting, damage control, and casualty response. Donned full firefighter gear with SCBA to combat shipboard fires and protect ship and crew.
  • Supervised and trained junior personnel in, law enforcement tactics, and safety standards.
  • Operated and maintained small boats in support of boardings, rescues, and high-speed pursuits.
  • Participated in joint operations with partner agencies (DEA, CBP, ect.) to strengthen maritime security and counter-drug missions.

Education

No Degree - Fire Science

American Military University
Online

Emergency Medical Technician - Pre Hospital Care

UCLA Center For Pre-Hospital Care
Los Angeles, CA
04-2025

Machinery Technician -

Coast Guard Training Center Yorktown
Yorktown, VA
06-2022

Skills

  • Bilingual - Speaking, reading, Writing (English and Spanish)
  • Emergency Response & Rescue – Search and Rescue (SAR) operations, emergency medical aid, casualty evacuation
  • Firefighting & Damage Control – Advanced Damage Control Qualified, onboard firefighting, SCBA use, hose handling, and fire suppression
  • Law Enforcement & Security – Vessel boardings, inspections, counter-narcotics, and maritime law enforcement
  • Leadership & Training – Supervised and trained 20 personnel in SAR, law enforcement, and engineering duties
  • Boat & Equipment Operations – 47-ft Motor Lifeboat operations, small boat handling, towing, navigation, and seamanship
  • Mechanical & Technical Proficiency – Machinery Technician experience in propulsion, electrical, and damage-control systems
  • Physical Readiness & Teamwork – Mission-critical operations in high-stress, physically demanding environments

Certification

  • EMT Certification
  • IS - 100
  • IS - 700
  • IS - 800
  • IS - 200
  • Coast Guard Fire Watchstander
  • Coast Guard Advanced Damage Control
  • CPR

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Machinery Technician/Search and Rescue Responder

United States Coast Gaurd
06.2022 - Current

Law Enforcement/Search and Rescue Responder

United States Coast Gaurd
04.2021 - 02.2022

No Degree - Fire Science

American Military University

Emergency Medical Technician - Pre Hospital Care

UCLA Center For Pre-Hospital Care

Machinery Technician -

Coast Guard Training Center Yorktown

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