Anthony Basso
Swanzey,NH
Summary
Resilient Correctional Officer skilled in maintaining security and peace in high-stress environments. Known for productivity and efficiency in task completion, managing time effectively to meet all job requirements. Specialized skills include conflict resolution, emergency response coordination, and inmate behavior modification strategies. Excel at communication, empathy, and leadership, crucial for fostering safe correctional facilities.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Massachusetts department of corrections
Gardner , MA
03.2019 - 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.
- Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
Welding Instructor
Massachusetts department of corrections
Gardner, Massachusetts
05.2012 - 03.2019
- Instructed students in the use of welding equipment and safety protocols.
- Provided guidance on proper techniques for different types of welds, such as MIG, TIG, and oxy-acetylene.
- Demonstrated various welding processes to ensure student comprehension.
- Conducted periodic assessments to evaluate student progress and understanding of course material.
- Developed lesson plans and curriculum materials for individual classes and courses.
- Performed regular maintenance on all welding equipment to ensure its functionality.
- Maintained records for all enrolled students including attendance logs, grades, and other relevant information.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies needed for successful completion of projects.
- Created an atmosphere conducive to learning by establishing positive relationships with students while also demonstrating respect for their individual differences.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations set forth by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
- Trained Inmate students on 3/8" 3G, and 4G bend test to the AWS D1.5 bridge welding code book.
Welder
Army National Gaurd
Devens, Massachusetts
04.2006 - 05.2012
- Monitored the fitting, burning, and welding processes to avoid overheating of parts or warping, shrinking, distortion, or expansion of material.
- Constructed templates and jigs for fabrication according to blueprints.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
- Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.
- Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Utilized oxyacetylene torches for preheating metals prior to welding or bending them into desired shapes.
- Performed gas tungsten arc welding with filler rods as needed.
- Applied shielded metal arc welding techniques with electrodes in flat, horizontal vertical positions as well as overhead applications.
- Conducted flux core arc welding when applicable.
- Troubleshot problems related to welds including porosity issues caused by improper shielding gas flow rates.
- Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and
- Cut, contoured and beveled metal and structural shapes to achieve accurate dimensions.
- Positioned and clamped workpieces together and properly assembled in jigs and fixtures.
- Aligned and clamped workpieces using rules, squares or hand tools.
Education
30-hour Construction Safety And Health -
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX05-2022
Master Resiliency Trainer -
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, PA09-2017
Army Leasdership -
Senior Leadership Class
Fort Dix07-2016
Army Leadership -
Advanced Leadership Class
Devens, MA11-2009
Army Leasdership -
Basic Leadership Class
Fort Dix 09-2005
Army Welder - Welding
Aberdeen Proving Grounds
Maryland 02-2003
GED -
Athol High
Athol, MA08-2000
Skills
- Incident prevention
- Non-violent intervention
- First aid and CPR certified
- Occupational hazards and safety precautions
- Policy enforcement
- Safety and security enforcement
- Ethical standards of conduct
- Excellent problem solver
- Emergency response
- Suicide prevention
- Stress tolerance
- De-escalation techniques
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Massachusetts department of corrections
03.2019 - Current
Welding Instructor
Massachusetts department of corrections
05.2012 - 03.2019
Welder
Army National Gaurd
04.2006 - 05.2012
30-hour Construction Safety And Health -
The University of Texas At Arlington
Master Resiliency Trainer -
University of Pennsylvania
Army Leasdership -
Senior Leadership Class
Army Leadership -
Advanced Leadership Class
Army Leasdership -
Basic Leadership Class
Army Welder - Welding
Aberdeen Proving Grounds
GED -
Athol High