Andrew R. Talamentes
Whittier,CA
Summary
I am seeking a position with an organization which can benefit from my prior work experience and military training. I offer approximately 10 years of experience in Construction Projects and Special Inspection Operations with Military Training. I am very organized and precise with documented assignments and information. I am seeking a position where I can exercise independent judgment in completing assignments and tasks, while operating under general supervision thereby contributing to a positive work environment.
You will find me to be a knowledgeable and proactive individual who seeks out challenges, strives to exceed expectations and excels at working with a wide range of personalities. I am confident that I possess the skills, abilities and motivation to be a valuable addition to your organization. I would like the opportunity to discuss how my skills and abilities can benefit your company. I look forward to the opportunity of a personal or telephone interview at your convenience. Feel free to contact me at your earliest convenience via e-mail or by phone: (562) 968-4000.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Officer
The Commerce Casino
05.2024 - 02.2025
- 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.
- Oversaw daily monitoring and patrolled buildings, grounds, and work sites.
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks, and visitors.
- 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.
- Enhanced security measures by staying up-to-date on industry best practices, attending training sessions, and obtaining relevant certifications.
- Reduced incident response times by implementing efficient emergency procedures and collaborating with local law enforcement agencies.
- Ensured proper functioning of security equipment by performing routine inspections, maintenance, and coordinating repairs as needed.
- Created a culture of safety awareness among employees through regular presentations and communication on security issues.
- Assisted in developing comprehensive security policies to address potential risks and protect company assets.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
- Completed full building and grounds patrols to spot and investigate concerns.
- Responded quickly to incidents and assessed active situations for security concerns.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
- Answered alarms, investigated disturbances, and contacted law enforcement personnel to escalate crises.
- Worked independently and collaboratively to resolve urgent issues to protect lives and property.
- 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.
- Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.
- Enforced security policies and removed violators and unauthorized individuals from premises to maintain safe environment.
- Acted as deterrent to prevent criminal actions, vandalism and misconduct to allow business to conduct operations in safe environment.
- Recorded observations and occurrences and interviewed witnesses to complete and submit incident report.
- Issued access cards to authorized personnel to monitor access points.
- Operated handheld metal detector and other surveillance devices to screen individuals entering facility.
- Leveraged physical or verbal techniques to investigate suspicious activities and resolve concerns.
- Conducted training sessions for new security personnel to facilitate compliance with security protocols.
Restoration Technician
Signal Restoration
10.2019 - 01.2020
- Provide restoration services for structures that have been damaged by fire, mold, water, and weather
- Water extraction, pad removal and replacement, carpet/floor drying and cleaning, mold and mildew remediation, deodorization/decontamination, emergency electrical power, demolition and debris removal
- Mold removal, containment, negative air machines, HEPA air scrubbers, content cleaning and storage
- Plumbing, heating, electrical, framing, drywall, demolition, roofing, siding, painting and paperhanging, and duct work
Sales Associate
AutoZone Inc
02.2019 - 10.2019
- Ensuring company policies are followed
- Optimizing profits by controlling costs
- Resolving customer issues to their overall satisfaction
- Ensuring product quality and availability
- Worked closely with the store manager
- Overseeing retail inventory
- Assisting customers whenever necessary
- Ensuring that health, safety, and security rules are followed
- Ensuring a consistent standard of customer service
- Maintaining merchandise and a visual plan
- Maintaining stores to standards, including stocking and cleaning
- Completing tasks assigned by the Store Leader accurately and efficiently
- Supported store leader as needed
Kitchen Clerk
Northgate Market
03.2016 - 01.2019
- Storeroom food-checker Verifies quantity and quality of foodstuffs issued to kitchen from storeroom
- Weighs and measures foodstuffs to verify quantity received
- Oversees distribution of all foodstuffs
- Prepares inventory of foodstuffs on hand in kitchen
Package Handler
UPS
04.2013 - 10.2016
- Load and unload packages from delivery vehicles
- Lift and move heavy weights between destinations
- Carry out work in accordance with company policies and guidelines
- Sort cargo according to instructions provided as required
- Work quickly and efficiently while adhering to safety standards
- Process workload with minimal supervision
- Ensure packages are not damaged throughout the process
- Communicate effectively with relevant personnel to carry out tasks
Petty Officer 3rd Class
United States Navy (USS Mesa Verde, LDP-19)
09.2006 - 08.2010
- Company Overview: Norfolk Naval Station, Norfolk, VA
- Duties included advising on shipboard warfare operations and navigation
- Maintain Combat Information Center (CIC)/Combat Direction Center (CDC) displays and provide strategic plotting for warfare areas, weapons control and navigation
- Operate surveillance radars, identification equipment, communications equipment, and associated Command and Control equipment
- Interpret and evaluate radar presentations and tactical situations and make recommendations to senior leadership
- Norfolk Naval Station, Norfolk, VA
Education
Logistics & Supply Chain Specialist - Certificate of Course Completion
Veterans & Youth Career Collaborative
Long Beach, CA03.2020
General Education Diploma - General High School Curriculum
Whittier Adult School
Whittier, CA06.2011
Skills
- Special Inspection Operations
- Project Management
- Employee Supervision
- Customer Service
- Inventory Control Management
- Computer Data Software Operations
- MS Office
- Excel
- PowerPoint
- Outlook
- Word
- Strategic Military Logistics Planning
- Analytical Thinking
- Logistics Coordination
- Construction Operations
- Field Work
Certification
- Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management Institute (PMI), 03/01/20
- OSHA 30 General Industry Training, Occupation Safety Health Administration (OSHA), 03/01/20
Employment Objective
I am seeking a position with an organization which can benefit from my prior work experience and military training. I offer approximately 10 years of experience in Construction Projects and Special Inspection Operations with Military Training. I am very organized and precise with documented assignments and information. I am seeking a position where I can exercise independent judgment in completing assignments and tasks, while operating under general supervision thereby contributing to a positive work environment.
Professional References
- Hector Salazar, Operations Director, Veterans & Youth Career Collaborative (VYCC), 4201 Long Beach Blvd. Ste., 304, Long Beach, CA, (562) 739-7575, hsalazar@vycareer.org
- Reginald Lao, President, Newmenon, Inc., 3350 E. Birch St., Ste.208-A, Brea, CA, (562) 234-3895
- Nelson Varas, Executive Director / Captain ANRG, Veterans & Youth Career Collaborative (VYCC), 4201 Long Beach Blvd. Ste., 304, Long Beach, CA, (626) 506-5414, nvaras@vycareer.org
Training
Veterans & Youth Career Collaborative, Long Beach, CA, 03/01/20, Logistics & Supply Chain Specialist, Certificate of Course Completion
Military Service
United States Navy, USS Mesa Verde, LDP-19, Norfolk, VA, 09/01/06, 08/31/10, Petty Officer 3rd Class, Advising on shipboard warfare operations and navigation., Maintain Combat Information Center (CIC)/Combat Direction Center (CDC) displays and provide strategic plotting for warfare areas, weapons control and navigation., Operate surveillance radars, identification equipment, communications equipment, and associated Command and Control equipment., Interpret and evaluate radar presentations and tactical situations and make recommendations to senior leadership.
Affiliations
I am a member of The Elks Lodge (Benevolent & Protective Order of Elks, our mission is to promote the four cardinal virtues of charity, justice, brotherly love, and fidelity, while also fostering American patriotism, good fellowship, and the welfare and happiness of its members through various charitable and community programs.
Timeline
Security Officer
The Commerce Casino
05.2024 - 02.2025
Restoration Technician
Signal Restoration
10.2019 - 01.2020
Sales Associate
AutoZone Inc
02.2019 - 10.2019
Kitchen Clerk
Northgate Market
03.2016 - 01.2019
Package Handler
UPS
04.2013 - 10.2016
Petty Officer 3rd Class
United States Navy (USS Mesa Verde, LDP-19)
09.2006 - 08.2010
Logistics & Supply Chain Specialist - Certificate of Course Completion
Veterans & Youth Career Collaborative
General Education Diploma - General High School Curriculum
Whittier Adult School
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