AKEEM AKINLEYE
Brooklyn
Summary
Dynamic Fire and Life Safety Director with proven expertise, excelling in fire risk assessment and decision-making under pressure. Recognized for effectively enforcing safety regulations and enhancing emergency response protocols, ensuring a secure environment. A detail-oriented professional committed to team collaboration and exceptional customer service in high-stress situations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire and Life Safety Director
Excel Security Corporation
Manhattan, NY
05.2025 - Current
- Oversaw daily operations of the Fire Command Center, ensuring all fire and life safety systems were fully operational
- Monitored fire alarm, sprinkler, and standpipe systems to maintain compliance with NYC Fire Code
- Conducted regular inspections of fire safety equipment and building systems to ensure regulatory compliance
- Directed emergency response procedures, including evacuations, fire drills, and alarm investigations
- Supervised and trained fire guards and security personnel on fire safety procedures and emergency response
- Maintained accurate logs, incident reports, and inspection records in accordance with FDNY requirements
Fire Guard/Security
Global Security Solutions
Manhattan, NY
06.2023 - 01.2025
- Performed administrative tasks such as logging activity reports and maintaining records of personnel access.
- Prepared detailed incident reports after responding to alarm activations or security breaches.
- Attended training sessions regularly to keep abreast of the latest developments in fire prevention technologies.
- Enforced rules regarding smoking inside the building according to local regulations.
- Intervened in conflicts between staff members or guests when necessary using de-escalation techniques.
Fire Guard
Alante Security Groups Inc.
Westbury, NY
10.2023 - 11.2024
- Responded quickly and calmly during emergencies, following established protocols for evacuations, lockdowns or other situations as needed.
- Investigated complaints about possible violations of safety codes or regulations.
- Enforced rules regarding smoking inside the building according to local regulations.
- Performed administrative tasks such as logging activity reports and maintaining records of personnel access.
- Provided emergency response to fires, smoke alarms, medical
emergencies and other incidents. - Intervened in conflicts between staff members or guests when
necessary using de-escalation techniques. - Conducted regular patrols of the facility to detect any potential fire hazards.
- Reviewed blueprints, diagrams and schematics related to building layout and design.
- Facilitated communication between local fire departments, building owners, and other stakeholders to ensure effective implementation of fire prevention strategies.
Security Officer
Totalshield Security Inc.
Queens, NY
03.2022 - 09.2023
- Patrolled premises regularly to maintain order and establish a security presence.
- Utilized strong communication skills to interact with staff, guests, vendors, and law enforcement personnel professionally.
- Enforced safety regulations, policies, and procedures to ensure a safe environment.
- Patrolled assigned areas on foot or in a vehicle to monitor the safety and security of personnel and property.
- Observed, reported, and documented suspicious activities to management.
- Maintained daily logs of all activity occurring on the premises.
Education
Biology Education - Biology
Lagos State University
Ojo09-2007
Skills
- Decision-making under pressure
- Fire risk assessment
- Team collaboration
- Firefighting techniques
- Customer service skills
- Detailed-oriented professional
- Leadership skills
Certification
- New York Security Guard License
- Citywide Fire Guard for Impairment (F01)
- Fire Guard for Shelters (citywide, F02)
- Indoor Place of Assembly Safety Personnel (F03)
- Temp Indoor/Outdoor Place Of Assembly Safety Personnel (F04)
- Fire and Life Safety Director (F89)
- 30-Hour Construction Safety and Health
- Licensed Project Monitor and Air Sampling Technician
Timeline
Fire and Life Safety Director
Excel Security Corporation
05.2025 - Current
Fire Guard
Alante Security Groups Inc.
10.2023 - 11.2024
Fire Guard/Security
Global Security Solutions
06.2023 - 01.2025
Security Officer
Totalshield Security Inc.
03.2022 - 09.2023
Biology Education - Biology
Lagos State University