Chad Carda
Huntington Beach,CA
Summary
Experienced Loss Prevention Officer at The Westin South Coast Plaza with a strong focus on on-site, community-driven safety initiatives. Actively involved in property safety committee efforts and closely partnered with the Engineering team to identify hazards, support preventative maintenance, and strengthen daily safety practices. Known for a practical, team-oriented approach that helps reduce risk, enforce policies, and maintain a safe environment for guests and associates.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Loss Prevention Officer
Westin South Coast Plaza
07.2021 - Current
- Served as team leader and coordinated on-site safety committee meetings and events.
- Contributed to hotel sustainability initiatives by implementing the Clean the World program, reducing landfill waste while aligning operations with environmental responsibility standards.
- Played a key role in developing the hotel’s hazardous waste program, improving documentation practices, and enforcing compliance.
- Coordinated with sports teams and large event organizers to ensure optimal safety and security, effectively managing crowd control and emergency response protocols.
Hydrostatic Operations Technician
Robo-Stat
12.2017 - 06.2021
- Conducted calibration, basic equipment repair, and preventative maintenance for hydrostatic testing equipment.
- Successfully tested thousands of cylinders annually, catering to a diverse range of industries including medical and industrial sectors.
- Read, calculated and estimated different tolerances and documented information in operational logs.
Store Manager
Bowl of Heaven
02.2017 - 12.2017
- Reconciled daily sales transactions to balance and log day-to-day revenue.
- Coached sales associates in product specifications, sales incentives, and selling techniques, significantly increasing customer satisfaction ratings.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
Education
General Electrician Course -
Southern California Institute of Technology
Anaheim01-2023
Skills
- Access Control Systems, Saflok/Assa Abloy
- Safety Initiative & Program Coordination
- Safety Audits & Hazard Identification
- Policy Interpretation & Fair Enforcement
- Incident Reporting & Documentation
Timeline
Loss Prevention Officer
Westin South Coast Plaza
07.2021 - Current
Hydrostatic Operations Technician
Robo-Stat
12.2017 - 06.2021
Store Manager
Bowl of Heaven
02.2017 - 12.2017
General Electrician Course -
Southern California Institute of Technology