Andrew Vaughn
Autaugaville,AL
Summary
Dedicated and hardworking professional skilled in team leadership, training and development, as well as creation and implementation of programs and protocols. Offering to work both independently and as collaborative member of team to improve processes and meet organizational goals. Highly disciplined and reliable with experience in managing security operations and enforcing regulations within correctional facilities. Skilled in crisis intervention, conflict resolution, and team leadership, contributing to safer environment for staff and inmates. Demonstrated ability to adapt to changing situations and develop strategies that positively impact operational efficiency. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Florida Department Of Corrections
Raiford, FL
06.2023 - Current
- Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and prison grounds to detect contraband or illegal activities.
- Maintained order in the prison by monitoring inmate behavior and intervening when necessary.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Responded to emergency situations such as riots or disturbances with appropriate force measures.
- Performed security checks on visitors entering the facility as well as on packages being delivered to inmates.
- Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
- Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
- Investigated incidents involving prisoners or staff to determine who was responsible for any violations of policies or procedures.
- Provided guidance and counseling services to help inmates adjust to their new environment and develop life skills needed upon release from prison.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all relevant information related to daily operations at the correctional facility.
- Conducted regular cell inspections looking for evidence of drug use or other prohibited items that could pose a threat to security.
- Administered first aid when required due to injury or illness sustained by an inmate while under supervision.
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Monitored daily activities to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct and signs of conflict.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
- Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts.
- Maintained clear and open communications with facility areas to support safe operations.
- Supervised residents during meal distribution and intake, recreation time and work-site performance.
- Applied non-violent response tools and physical restraint during problematic situations.
- Maintained inmate logs and entered information into electronic offender record systems for regulatory monitoring.
- Transported inmates to and from medical and dental appointments, funerals, work details and court hearings.
- Informed inmates and visitors of rules, safety and security procedures and responsibilities.
- Enforced resident behavior management protocols and drafted incident reports for infractions.
Aviation Structural Mechanic
Gulfstream Aerospace
Savanna, GA
05.2022 - 05.2024
- Performed inspections and maintenance of aircraft components, including engines, wings, and landing gear.
- Repaired structural damage to aircraft in accordance with manufacturer's specifications.
- Replaced defective parts on aircraft frames using hand tools and power tools.
- Applied sealants and adhesives to ensure a secure fit between different components of an aircraft frame.
- Constructed jigs, fixtures, templates and other special tools required for aircraft repairs.
- Inspected rivets used in the assembly of various types of aircraft structures according to established standards.
- Assembled subassemblies made up of sheet metal parts into larger assemblies using bolts, nuts, screws and rivets.
- Drilled holes in fuselage sections during repair work using portable electric drills or pneumatic drills.
- Measured dimensions of assembled components using precision measuring instruments like micrometers, calipers.
- Operated overhead cranes or forklifts to lift heavy objects during maintenance activities.
- Read blueprints and technical manuals for understanding the structure of an aircraft before repairing it.
- Maintained records related to inspection results, repairs done and spare parts used during maintenance activities.
- Ensured that safety regulations are followed at all times while performing repair or maintenance tasks.
Sheet Metal Fabricator
Dallas Metals
Round Rock, GA
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Read blueprints and specifications to determine the type of sheet metal needed for each job.
- Fabricate sheet metal pieces by cutting, punching, bending, rolling, and forming with hand tools or machines.
- Form curved sections of sheet metal for use in manufacturing products such as tanks and silos.
- Operate power brakes to bend sheet metal into desired shapes.
- Inspect completed work for accuracy of fit and conformity to specifications.
- Use shears to cut sheets of metal into specific sizes and shapes.
- Construct parts from flat sheets of metals utilizing a variety of hand tools including hammers, punches and drills.
- Set up and operate fabricating machines such as brakes, rolls, shears to cut, bend and straighten sheet metal.
- Cut materials with powered saws or snips according to measurements specified on drawings or templates.
- Repair damaged parts by hammering out dents or filling holes with welded patches.
- Perform preventative maintenance on shop machinery such as lubrication oil changes .
- Measure material accurately using measuring instruments such as calipers and micrometers before beginning any task related to fabrication process.
- Align material prior to assembly using squares rulers and scribes when necessary.
- Position parts in jigs fixtures and vises so that they can be worked on effectively.
- Check dimensions and angles between formed pieces using protractors and angle gauges.
- Clean finished parts with solvents oils and wire brushes after completion of fabrication process.
- Maintain records regarding production output quality control procedures and time taken for each job performed.
- Referred to manuals, blueprints and drawings to obtain accurate information for sheet metal project completion.
- Operated hydraulic press brakes to transform sheet metal into predetermined shapes and components.
- Used welding and soldering equipment to join sheet metal components following blueprints and job specifications.
- Fabricated and altered parts with metal hammers, punches, drills and shears.
- Used power tools to grind, sand and polish metals, plastics and wood products.
- Achieved maximum efficiency by working with large crews to install ductwork in existing and new builds.
- Verified product quality by checking products for accuracy and completing necessary adjustments.
- Performed finishes by trimming and deburring to create smooth surfaces and joints of assembled parts.
- Operated heavy machinery to prepare metal products according to customer specifications.
Landscaper
One On One Lawn and Garden
Statesboro, GA
05.2018 - 05.2021
- Maintained and operated lawn care equipment such as mowers, trimmers, edgers, blowers, and hedge clippers.
- Planned and designed landscaping projects to meet customer needs and preferences.
- Cultivated soil by using rakes, shovels, hoes, trowels or other tools.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides according to safety regulations.
- Transported plants, turf and other materials to designated areas for installation.
- Cut grass in even lengths with power mowers or hand shears.
- Inspected property for signs of damage or infestation from pests or weeds.
- Weeded flower beds and vegetable gardens to remove unwanted vegetation.
- Pruned trees, shrubs, hedges, bushes and vines to enhance their growth patterns.
- Installed water features such as fountains and sprinkler systems.
- Built retaining walls using stones or bricks for stability purposes.
- Laid sod on prepared surfaces for a finished look of the landscape design.
- Assisted in building decks and patios to create outdoor living spaces.
- Cleaned up debris after completing jobsite tasks.
- Performed routine maintenance of irrigation systems including repairs when needed.
- Operated machinery such as bobcats or tractors when necessary.
- Provided knowledgeable advice about plant selection for customers' landscapes.
- Ensured proper disposal of all waste generated from job sites.
- Cut and trimmed lawns using power mowers and edgers.
- Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.
- Maintained garden areas and landscaping greenery to enhance property appearance and plant health.
- Pruned and trimmed trees and shrubs with shears and pruning saws.
- Answered customer questions regarding care and general knowledge of landscape.
- Followed planned landscaping designs to lay sod, seed grass or plant flowers and foliage.
- Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris, and snow to reduce hazards.
- Used hand tools to break up clumps of dirt, transplant seedlings and mix in fertilizers.
- Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shape.
- Performed preventative maintenance to keep equipment in excellent working condition.
- Picked and chose new shrubs and plants according to bedding and sunlight.
Education
High School Diploma -
WEST BROOK HIGH SCHOOL
Beaumont 06-2016
Skills
- Records Management
- Crime Prevention
- Emergency Response
- Work crew management
- Crisis Management
- Inmate monitoring
- Dispatch
- Non-violent intervention
- CCTV Monitoring
- Facility Security
- Visitation oversight
- Perimeter control
- Incident prevention
- Evidence Preservation
- Patrol procedures
- Safety and security enforcement
- Crisis intervention training
- Visitation guidelines understanding
- Booking procedures
- State and federal laws knowledge
- Emergency Management
- Mental health awareness
- Observation
- Negotiation
- Radio communication
- Contraband inspections
- Policy Enforcement
- First aid and CPR certified
- Substance Abuse Knowledge
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Inmate Supervision
- Correctional facility procedures
- Self-defense techniques
- Firearm operations trained
- Restraint Techniques
- Excellent problem solver
- Strategic planning and organization
- Facility Maintenance
- Armory and key control
- Trained in defensive tactics
- Firearms proficiency
- Physical Fitness
- Security Procedures
- Suicide Prevention
- Weapons training
- Relationship building and management
- Inmate rights
- Conflict resolution skills
- Continuing education
- Criminal Justice
- Background Investigations
- Behavioral disorders familiarity
- Courtroom practices familiarity
- Criminal Law
- Work detail oversight
- [Type] equipment maintenance
- File and record maintenance
- Self-defense tactics
- Contraband detection
- Safety
- Regulation compliance
- Staff Management
- First Aid Training
- Inmate behavior modification tactics
- Product Knowledge
- Ethical standards of conduct
- Search and seizure procedures
- Program coordination
- Juvenile court procedures
- Search and seize procedures
- Stress Tolerance
- Central and pod control
- Belongings inspection
- Surveillance
- Prisoner Transport
- Contraband Seizure
- Criminal Investigations
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)
- Mentorship
- Occupational hazards and safety precautions
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Florida Department Of Corrections
06.2023 - Current
Sheet Metal Fabricator
Dallas Metals
06.2023 - 09.2023
Aviation Structural Mechanic
Gulfstream Aerospace
05.2022 - 05.2024
Landscaper
One On One Lawn and Garden
05.2018 - 05.2021
High School Diploma -
WEST BROOK HIGH SCHOOL
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