Adolfo Carranza
Dalhart,TX
Summary
Dependable Supervisor experienced in leading crews and managing daily operations. Achieved production goals through effective team leadership, adherence to safety standards, and efficient task coordination. Focused on fostering a productive work environment while ensuring high-quality standards and timely job completion.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
TDCJ Dalhart Unit
06.2013 - 07.2025
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Ensured inmate safety by monitoring behavior and intervening swiftly during conflicts to prevent escalation.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Monitored inmate populations through systematic head counts to maintain security.
- Trained new correctional officers by providing guidance on best practices and procedures, fostering a knowledgeable team.
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs.
- Improved communication between staff members by participating in daily briefings and sharing critical information about inmate activities.
- Executed emergency response plans during crises, effectively minimizing harm to staff and inmates.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies governing correctional facilities.
Correctional Sergeant
TDCJ Dalhart Unit
10.2017 - 03.2020
- Maintained order and security in the correctional facility by enforcing rules, regulations, and procedures.
- Supervised number of employees and performance of tasks and managed Number offenders.
- Enhanced facility safety by conducting regular security checks and monitoring inmate activities.
- Supervised staff and managed offender activities to ensure compliance with facility regulations and maintain order.
- Inspected housing cells and directed teams completing in-depth searches for contraband or damage.
- Supervised dining hall, outdoor recreation area, vocational shop, and inmate housing unit.
- Imposed fair disciplinary actions based on investigation findings.
- Evaluated job performance of subordinate staff members regularly while providing constructive feedback for improvement opportunities.
- Improved staff performance by providing training and guidance on institutional policies and best practices.
- Cultivated and maintained climate of mutual respect with freedom from harassment and intimidation, to provide safe environment for staff and offenders.
- Facilitated positive relationships between staff members and inmates by encouraging respectful interactions at all times.
- Cultivated and maintained a climate of mutual respect with freedom from harassment and intimidation, to provide a safe environment for staff and offenders.
- Ensured safety by verifying the presence and location of all inmates through systematic counts. and searches for missing inmates.
- Efficiently managed resources such as time, personnel, and equipment to ensure smooth operations within the correctional facility.
- Handled inmate counts and searches for missing inmates.
- Completed daily work report sheets and delegated tasks to employees.
- Assisted in the planning and execution of large-scale facility operations including cell searches, shakedowns, and evacuation drills.
- Verified all prison visitors carried proper identification and had no contraband before entering institution.
- Contributed to creating a safer environment for both staff and inmates by maintaining vigilance, reporting concerns, and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Coordinated daily tasks for officers to ensure smooth functioning of prison activities. such as cleaning cells and stocking clean laundry to keep prison running efficiently.
- Fostered a culture of respect among staff members through open communication channels and team-building exercises.
- Fostered a culture of respect among staff members through open communication channels and team-building exercises.
Correctional Lieutenant
TDCJ Dalhart Unit
03.2020 - 05.2025
- Coordinated responses to critical incidents effectively ensuring minimal disruption to facility operations.
- Coordinated emergency responses across multiple prison locations, ensuring swift action and minimal disruption to facility operations.
- Coordinated emergency response efforts during critical incidents, ensuring effective communication among team members and adherence to protocol.
- Oversaw inmate bookings and discharges, ensuring all paperwork was accurate and discharge orders were correctly processed.
- Reviewed incident reports submitted by subordinates for accuracy before forwarding them up the chain of command.
- Conducted thorough investigations into incidents, ensuring proper documentation and follow-up actions were taken.
- Utilized strong conflict resolution skills to defuse tense situations among inmates or staff members, while maintaining order within the facility.
- Maintained safety within the correctional facility through consistent monitoring and enforcement of rules and regulations.
- Conducted thorough investigations into incidents, ensuring proper documentation and follow-up actions had been taken.
- Evaluated staff performance regularly through observation and feedback sessions to support their professional development and maintain high levels of competence within the team.
- Developed schedules for subordinate officers that ensured adequate coverage across all shifts while also considering individual needs and preferences.
- Supervised dining hall, outdoor recreation area, vocational shop, and inmate housing unit.
- Supervised staff and monitored performance of tasks, ensuring effective management of offenders within the facility.
- Completed daily work report sheets and delegated tasks to employees.
- Improved inmate behavior by implementing structured routines and clear expectations.
- Implemented innovative programs aimed at improving inmate behavior, fostering personal growth, and preparing them for successful reintegration into society upon release.
- Assisted in developing policies and procedures for the efficient operation of the facility, resulting in increased safety and security.
- Supervised staff performance and managed offender behavior in correctional facility.
- Served as a role model for subordinate staff by consistently demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and commitment to maintaining a safe and secure environment within the correctional facility.
- Resolved issues and disputes between inmates professionally and respectfully.
Field Lieutenant
TDCJ Dalhart Unit
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Improved field operations efficiency by implementing innovative data collection and reporting techniques.
- Developed strong relationships with stakeholders, fostering trust and open lines of communication during site visits and meetings.
- Managed multiple priorities effectively while adhering to deadlines under challenging conditions in the field.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication and joint project initiatives, fostering a cohesive working environment.
- Collaborated effectively with diverse groups of individuals during community outreach programs to achieve desired outcomes smoothly.
- Kept abreast of industry trends and best practices to drive continuous improvement initiatives within the organization''s field operations.
- Promoted a safe working environment by enforcing safety guidelines, conducting regular risk assessments, and addressing potential hazards promptly.
- Contributed to project success by actively participating in planning sessions, providing essential input based on field experience.
- Monitored schedules to ensure timely project completion within approved cost limitations, contributing to overall project success.
- Directed and coordinated activities of projects by delegating tasks to subordinates, ensuring effective execution of responsibilities.
City of Dalhart street labor
City of Dalhart
Dalhart, TX
06.2026 - 06.2026
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Worked successfully with a diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Maintained city streets through patching, grading, and surface repair work.
- Operated road maintenance equipment for asphalt, gravel, and shoulder upkeep.
- Inspected streets for potholes, drainage issues, and surface hazards.
- Installed traffic control signs, cones, and barricades for public works crews.
- Cleared debris, snow, and standing water from municipal roadways.
- Performed preventive checks on trucks, tools, and street maintenance equipment.
- Followed safety procedures for street repairs, traffic control, and work zone hazards.
- Cleaned and maintained streets, sidewalks, curbs, gutters, and storm drains.
- Performed minor mechanical repairs on equipment used in street maintenance projects.
- Assisted in the installation of sewer systems.
- Loaded trucks with construction materials for transport to work sites. with required materials for assigned tasks.
- Communicated with supervisors to address job-related issues and delays. regarding any problems or delays encountered during job performance.
- Replaced street lighting fixtures with new ones.
- Attended training sessions related to proper use of machinery and safety protocols.
- Operated heavy machinery with extreme care and caution, following specific employer guidelines for safety.
Milk Receiver
Hilmar Cheese Company, Inc
Dalhart, Texas
06.2026 - Current
- Received raw milk tanker deliveries at cheese plant receiving dock.
- Verified load temperatures, seals, and paperwork before unloading milk.
- Monitored tanker unloading for sanitation, safety, and process compliance.
- Coordinated with drivers, lab staff, and operations teams on milk receiving.
- Ensured cleanliness of hoses, fittings, and receiving areas to prevent contamination after milk transfer.
- Maintained cleanliness of work area daily by sweeping floors and wiping down counters and equipment after use.
- Followed established safety protocols when handling hazardous materials such as raw milk.
- Participated in regular training sessions on safe lifting techniques, food safety regulations.
Education
Diploma -
Dalhart High School
Dalhart, TXSkills
- Inmate supervision
- Safety and security enforcement
- Emergency response
- Crisis management
- Conflict resolution
- De-escalation techniques
- First aid training
- Policy enforcement
- Correctional facility procedures
- Restraint techniques
- Inmate monitoring
- Surveillance
- Contraband seizures
- Search and seizure procedures
- Prisoner transport
- Central and pod control
- Suicide prevention
- Gang awareness
- Observation
- Shift supervision
- Team leadership
- Decision making
- Clear communication
- Ethical conduct
- Relationship management
- Stress tolerance
- Mental health awareness
- Safety compliance
- Detail orientation
- Situational awareness
- Weapons training
- Self-defense tactics
- Software proficiency
- Load management
- Maintenance procedures
- Skid steer proficiency
- Backhoe operation
- Grading techniques
- Excavator attachment usage
- Excavator attachment usage
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
City of Dalhart street labor
City of Dalhart
06.2026 - 06.2026
Milk Receiver
Hilmar Cheese Company, Inc
06.2026 - Current
Field Lieutenant
TDCJ Dalhart Unit
01.2025 - 05.2025
Correctional Lieutenant
TDCJ Dalhart Unit
03.2020 - 05.2025
Correctional Sergeant
TDCJ Dalhart Unit
10.2017 - 03.2020
Correctional Officer
TDCJ Dalhart Unit
06.2013 - 07.2025
Diploma -
Dalhart High School