Andre Welch
Stratford,CT
Summary
Dedicated and detail-oriented security guard with a strong focus on safeguarding personnel and premises. Demonstrates quick and effective response to situational assessments, including criminal activities, fire incidents, and medical emergencies. Maintains a constant state of alertness, attentiveness, and vigilance at all times. Proactively anticipates potential trouble and takes decisive steps to intervene and diffuse situations using a keen eye for detail.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Officer
Securitas USA
Stratford, CT
11.2023 - Current
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- 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.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
Postal Carrier
United States Postal Service, USPS
Westport, CT
12.2022 - 11.2023
- Efficiently managed high volumes of mail during holiday seasons, ensuring all packages were delivered on time despite increased workload.
- Kept vehicle clean and well-maintained, conducting regular inspections for any necessary repairs or maintenance needs.
- Consistently met delivery deadlines through effective time management skills and prioritization of tasks.
- Maintained a safe work environment by adhering to postal regulations and safety guidelines during mail deliveries.
- Adapted quickly to changing conditions due to weather or traffic, adjusting routes as needed while maintaining punctuality in deliveries.
- Directly interacted with customers to deliver mail, packages, and ordered goods.
- Ensured proper handling of fragile packages, resulting in reduced damage claims from customers.
Armed Service Technician
Loomis Armored US
Durham, NC/Durham CT
10.2019 - 12.2022
- Provided excellent customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and professionally.
- Managed inventory of supplies necessary for daily operations such as bags, seals, labels, and uniforms while keeping within budget constraints.
- Ensured compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations governing the secure transport of valuables by staying up-to-date on industry requirements and best practices.
- Balanced and loaded ATM machines along route.
- Developed strong rapport with clients through consistent professionalism, reliability, and attention to detail during money-handling tasks.
- Collaborated with team members to complete tasks efficiently, ensuring smooth operations.
- Provided support to team members during high-stress situations, demonstrating effective problem-solving skills and teamwork capabilities.
Correctional Officer
Lunenburg Correctional Center
Victoria, VA
10.2017 - 10.2019
- 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.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
- Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
- Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- 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 as required.
Laser Machine Operator
Global Safety Textiles
South Hill, VA
02.2015 - 10.2017
- Maintained strict adherence to safety protocols, resulting in a safer work environment.
- Liaised with engineering team on design changes or updates, ensuring seamless integration into existing processes without compromising output quality or deadlines.
- Ensured high-quality output with thorough inspection of finished products.
- Optimized cutting processes for improved material utilization and reduced waste.
Overnight Stocker
Walmart
South Hill, VA
06.2012 - 11.2014
- Maintained proper storage of overstock items, keeping backroom areas organized and accessible for future use.
- Removed all boxes and related trash from sales floor and processed through compactors.
- Enhanced store appearance for better customer experience through meticulous shelf stocking and arrangement.
- Used dollies and pallet jacks to unload and organize merchandise from delivery trucks.
- Ensured timely completion of nightly stocking tasks, optimizing store readiness for the following day''s operation.
Cook
Hardee's Restaurant
South Hill, VA
09.2010 - 06.2012
- Maintained clean and organized work areas at all times to bring safety and quality to food preparation process.
- Maintained a clean and sanitary workspace, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time constraints for timely service during peak hours.
- Demonstrated strong multitasking skills, managing multiple orders simultaneously without sacrificing quality or presentation.
- Prepared food items in compliance with recipes and portioning control guidelines.
- Set up and prepared cooking supplies and workstations during opening and closing to maximize productivity.
- Prepared multiple orders simultaneously during peak periods with high accuracy rate, maximizing customer satisfaction, and repeat business.
Education
High School Diploma -
Park View High School
South Hill, VA06.2012
Skills
- Report Writing
- Incident Reporting
- Security Guard License
- General security
- Access Control
- Emergency Response
- Threat Assessment
Dates
11/5/2023
Certification
Google Certifications
Timeline
Security Officer
Securitas USA
11.2023 - Current
Postal Carrier
United States Postal Service, USPS
12.2022 - 11.2023
Armed Service Technician
Loomis Armored US
10.2019 - 12.2022
Correctional Officer
Lunenburg Correctional Center
10.2017 - 10.2019
Laser Machine Operator
Global Safety Textiles
02.2015 - 10.2017
Overnight Stocker
Walmart
06.2012 - 11.2014
Cook
Hardee's Restaurant
09.2010 - 06.2012
High School Diploma -
Park View High School