Daniel Natera

Military Service:

• Rank: Specialist

  Branch/Position: Army

  Period: September 2014 - June 2018

  Occupation: Military Police - 31B

  Security Clearance: Secret Clearance

  Duties Description:

   · Inspected, maintained, and drove patrol vehicles in all road conditions. 

  · Conducted mounted and dismounted patrols to ensure safety and
  security. 

  · Was certified to administer and perform breathalyzer exams to
  determine blood alcohol content. 

  · Provided professional and efficient services to hundreds of
  customers each week. 

  · Initiated several written reports for customers and
  transferred to appropriate section for resolution. 

  · Delivered reports of ongoing and completed incidents to the
  Chief of Police daily. 

  · Trained and responded to multiple calls for service with
  fellow patrols coordinately and efficiently. 

  · Used Microsoft Office and specific
  programs provided to type and review reports for law enforcement cases. 

  · Recorded and maintained a supplies list for a police station on
  a weekly basis. 

  · Conducted thorough inspections on hundreds of vehicles
  entering a controlled area daily. 

  · Trained and responded with Special Reactions Team (similar to
  SWAT) to emergencies. 

  · Trained and responded to riot activities. 

  · Trained with and detained combative suspects
  who were non-compliant with laws. 

  · Certified with team and squad for deployment requirements. 

  · Certified on weapons and tactical equipment used to perform
  duties on firing ranges every quarter of the year. 

  · Trained and used compass navigation to determine location and
  proceed to destination.  

Work history:

• Job Title: Owner-Operator

  Company: Natera Products, LLC

  Period: September 2025 - September 2026

  Role Description:

   · Managed daily operations of an interstate hotshot
  transportation company, coordinating freight and vehicle shipments across the
  continental United States while maintaining DOT and FMCSA compliance. 

  · Negotiated freight rates with brokers, dispatchers, and
  customers, evaluating mileage, deadhead, weight, dimensions, and operating
  costs to maintain profitable load selections. 

  · Planned and executed pickup and delivery routes, accounting
  for appointment times, fuel stops, traffic conditions, weather, and
  Hours-of-Service requirements to ensure timely deliveries. 

  · Operated and maintained commercial and non-commercial pickup
  trucks and gooseneck trailers, conducting pre-trip and post-trip inspections to
  identify mechanical or safety concerns before operation. 

  · Secured vehicles, equipment, palletized freight, and general
  cargo using chains, straps, binders, and other securement equipment in
  accordance with FMCSA cargo securement standards. 

  · Managed bills of lading, rate confirmations, proof-of-delivery
  documents, load photographs, invoices, and supporting transportation records to
  maintain accurate documentation for each shipment. 

  · Coordinated directly with brokers, shippers, receivers,
  dealerships, auctions, and customers regarding pickup instructions, delivery
  requirements, shipment status, delays, and load-related issues. 

  · Maintained company compliance records, insurance
  documentation, operating authority requirements, vehicle records, and driver
  documentation necessary for interstate transportation operations. 

  · Monitored vehicle maintenance, fuel expenses, tolls,
  insurance, equipment costs, and other operating expenses to control costs and
  maintain efficient business operations. 

  · Managed invoicing, factoring submissions, payment tracking,
  and driver settlements, ensuring completed shipments were properly documented
  and payments were accurately processed. 

  · Supervised and coordinated drivers operating under company
  authority, communicating load requirements, documentation standards, safety
  expectations, and delivery instructions. 

  · Conducted load inspections and maintained photographic
  documentation at pickup and delivery to verify cargo condition, securement, and
  successful completion of transportation services. 

  · Responded to transportation issues including delays,
  detention, cargo concerns, mechanical problems, and scheduling changes while
  maintaining communication with customers and brokers. 

  · Developed and implemented company operating procedures
  covering driver safety, cargo securement, paperwork submission, communication,
  equipment requirements, and regulatory compliance. Maintained professional relationships with
  freight brokers, customers, carriers, and transportation partners to support
  repeat business and continued freight opportunities. 

• Job Title: Transportation Security Officer

  Company: Transportation Security Administration

  Period: February 2022 - October 2025

  Trainings, Certifications and Licences:

  • Employee of the Quarter for Q1 2024
  • Employee of the Month for Feb 2024
  Role Description:

   · Reviewed passengers’ identification documents to validate and
  match their boarding pass. 

  · Instruct passengers on how to properly divest all items
  required to proceed through screening efficiently. 

  · Executed searches on passengers’ property to find prohibited items and maintain safety using TSA
  policies. 

  · Used body scanners, metal detectors, and explosive trace
  detectors to find prohibited items on passengers. 

  · Executed and performed additional screening on passengers of
  different variations of risk-based screening. 

  · Trained and performed checked baggage screening duties using
  on-screen resolutions and handling protocols. 

  · Inspected, tested, and maintained screening machines to ensure
  no faults during each shift. 

  · Performed lead duties of initiating and maintaining a proper
  rotation of position for officers on the checkpoint. 

  · Performed lead duties of retrieving machine and passenger
  information to be submitted for records. 

  · Performed lead duties of identifying passengers through the
  identity verification call center. 

  · Performed lead and supervisor duties responding to resolve officers’
  findings of passenger’s discrepancies. 

  · Performed supervisor duties of accounting subordinates and
  ensuring breaks were taken in a timely manner. 

  · Performed supervisor duties of resolving and clearing explosive
  detected alarms to ensure safety.  

• Job Title: Fireproofing Technician

  Company: USA Technologies, Inc.

  Period: June 2021 - January 2022

  Role Description:

   · Applied industrial fireproofing materials
  to structural steel and equipment to meet project fire-resistance and safety
  requirements. 

  · Prepared surfaces by cleaning, removing
  debris, and assisting with abrasive preparation before fireproofing and
  protective coating work. 

  · Worked in refinery and industrial
  environments while following site-specific safety procedures, PPE requirements,
  and elevated-work practices. 

  · Used hand and power tools to install,
  repair, and maintain fireproofing systems on industrial structures. 

  · Inspected completed work for proper
  coverage, adhesion, thickness, and overall workmanship while coordinating with
  other craft crews.  

• Job Title: Technician

  Company: Round Rock Honda

  Period: January 2021 - June 2021

  Role Description:

   · Mounted, rotated, and balanced tires for OEM and custom wheel
  assemblies. 

  · Performed multi-point inspections and recommended repairs
  based on observations. 

  · Completed engine oil changes, transmission flushes,
  differential flushes, brake flushes, and coolant flushes. 

  · Diagnosed and repaired vehicle system faults. 

  · Used ALLDATA and Honda Service Express to research parts and
  procedures. 

  · Performed warranty and recalls to factory specifications.  

Education:

• TSTC - Harlingen

  Associate's Degree – Automotive Technology

  Period: August 2018 - December 2026

• Harlingen High School South

  High School – Diploma

  Period: August 2011 - June 2014