Alex Clingerman
Portland,OR
Summary
Once a US Army soldier skilled in combat, vehicle and HVAC repairs, now skilled in de-escalation, emergency response, personnel and property protection. Proven track record of enhancing safety measures and training teams. Skilled in organizing investigations and recommended actions. Detail-oriented and organized, with a contagiously positive attitude. Successfully supervised security personnel. Expert in surveillance and access control, ensuring a secure environment.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Transit Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
Portland, OR
06.2025 - Current
- Conducted welfare checks regularly for passengers and general public.
- Encounters with individuals experiencing drug induced psychosis and/or disabilities.
- Encounters with violent individuals regularly.
- Trained to de-escalate to ensure safety of myself, the subject and general public.
- Trained to safely and legally use handcuffs.
- Trained to safely and legally use a baton.
- Trained to safely and legally use OC spray.
- Respond to all dispatch calls and customer/client needs professionally and efficiently.
- Collaborated with law enforcement.
- Patrolled and inspected all of client property to ensure there were not any trespassers, safety/bio hazards, property damage or loss of property.
- Wrote daily reports thoroughly and detailed.
- Maintained positive interactions with customers and clients.
Security Supervisor
Inter-Con Security Systems, Inc.
Gresham, OR
02.2024 - 06.2025
- Supervised security personnel, ensuring adherence to protocols and policies.
- Conducted regular site inspections to identify safety risks and enhance security measures.
- Monitored surveillance systems, promptly addressing incidents and maintaining a secure environment.
- Conducted regular patrols of facility to detect and deter security threats.
- Supervised and evaluated security staff performance to determine compliance with safety regulations.
- Supervised team of 4 security personnel during shift.
Sales Agent
Elite Management Company
Beaverton, OR
12.2023 - 02.2024
- Implemented feedback mechanisms to improve service delivery and address client concerns promptly.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through excellent customer service and regular followups.
- Explained features and advantages of Verizon products or services to promote sales.
- Identified new areas of opportunity within existing accounts by offering additional products or services based on their needs analysis results.
- Served customers with knowledgeable, friendly support at every stage of shopping and purchasing.
- Met existing customers to review current services and expand sales opportunities.
- Selected correct products based on customer needs, product specifications and applicable regulations.
- Informed customers of promotions to increase sales productivity and volume.
- Worked with sales team to collaboratively reach targets, consistently meeting or exceeding personal quotas.
- Stayed current on company offerings and industry trends.
- Walked an average of 10 miles a day.
Security Officer
Securitas Security Services USA
Portland, OR
09.2019 - 11.2023
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security of personnel and property.
- Responded promptly to incidents, assessing situations and implementing appropriate responses.
- Conducted thorough inspections of facilities, identifying potential security vulnerabilities.
- Collaborated with law enforcement during investigations and emergencies to enhance response effectiveness.
- Trained new security staff on procedures, fostering a knowledgeable and responsive team environment.
- Implemented security protocols, improving overall safety measures for events and daily operations.
- Developed incident reports detailing occurrences, contributing to improved operational awareness and strategy formulation.
- Assisted in emergency evacuation drills, enhancing preparedness among staff and visitors for potential crises.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
- Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Improved overall security by conducting regular patrols and monitoring surveillance systems.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Screened individuals and prevented passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.
- Protected facility and property guests by regularly circulating premises and monitoring surveillance feeds.
- Decreased instances of theft, vandalism, and trespassing through diligent observation and reporting suspicious activities.
- Responded effectively to emergencies or disturbances, prioritizing the safety of personnel while minimizing property damage or loss.
- Executed security rules and procedures and calmly and promptly escorted non-compliant individuals out of building.
- Trained new Security Officers in company policies, ensuring consistent knowledge across the team and adherence to established procedures.
- Managed access control systems efficiently, ensuring accurate records of employee badges for restricted areas were maintained at all times.
- Conducted thorough investigations into security incidents, documenting findings, and recommending appropriate actions.
- Ensured proper functioning of security equipment by performing routine inspections, maintenance, and coordinating repairs as needed.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
- Monitored CCTV cameras and alarm systems for security breaches.
- Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
- Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
- Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
- Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
- Investigated suspicious activities and persons to maintain security of premises.
TLE Technician/ Cap 2 Supervisor/ Cap 1 Associate
Wal-Mart Supercenter
Spanish Fork, UT
03.2017 - 08.2019
- Collaborated with team members to improve workflow processes, reducing response time for repairs.
- Implemented safety protocols, promoting a safe working environment for all associates.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols.
- Supervised a team of 10.
- Maintained accountability of merchandise and company equipment.
- Stocked shelves.
- Inventory management.
- Installed/replaced/repaired/rotated/ balanced all tire types.
- Changed oil and filters for all vehicle types.
- Changed/charged/replaced/diagnosed all vehicle battery types.
- Changed/repaired headlights.
- Installed air filters.
US Soldier
United States Army
USA
01.2014 - 03.2017
- Maintained security clearance.
- Repaired/Diagnosed/Inspected Heating and HVAC military equipment.
- Repaired/inspected/operated military vehicles such as HMMV, LMTV, MTV, Wrecker.
- Trained/ Certified lifeguard.
- Expert shooter.
- Promoted to E4.
Education
High School Diploma -
Lee Senior
Sanford, NC06-2012
Skills
Organized
Detail oriented
Professional
Dependable
Hard-working
Vigilant
Contagiously great attitude/mentality
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Transit Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
06.2025 - Current
Security Supervisor
Inter-Con Security Systems, Inc.
02.2024 - 06.2025
Sales Agent
Elite Management Company
12.2023 - 02.2024
Security Officer
Securitas Security Services USA
09.2019 - 11.2023
TLE Technician/ Cap 2 Supervisor/ Cap 1 Associate
Wal-Mart Supercenter
03.2017 - 08.2019
US Soldier
United States Army
01.2014 - 03.2017
High School Diploma -
Lee Senior