Brenda Courville
Opelousas,LA
Summary
Dedicated security professional with a proven track record at Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino, excelling in emergency response and superior customer service. Detail-oriented and skilled in surveillance, I effectively enforced safety protocols and maintained a secure environment, ensuring guest satisfaction and safety. Committed to upholding high standards in security operations. Following that my strong business background and attention to safety in the plants makes me an ideal candidate in any industry.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Officer
Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino
Opelousas, LA
07.2024 - 04.2025
- 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.
Fire Watcher
Cajun Constructors Inc.
Baton Rouge
04.2023 - 07.2024
- Helped maintain compliance with OSHA regulations regarding fire safety measures onsite.
- Performed visual inspection of work area and evacuated operations and summoned authorities if hazardous conditions detected.
- Performed daily equipment checks, ensuring that all necessary firefighting tools were readily available when needed.
- Played an active role in maintaining site security by monitoring access points and verifying visitor credentials as needed during shifts as Fire Watcher.
- Reduced fire risks by promptly reporting incidents and unsafe conditions to the appropriate personnel.
Landrys Custom Lawn and Landscapes
Self Employed Services
Opelousas
03.2020 - 12.2023
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Performed seasonal maintenance tasks such as pruning, aeration, fertilization, and mulching to promote plant health and longevity.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing high-quality landscaping services and maintaining clear communication throughout the project.
Education
GED -
Bunkie Highschool
Bunkie, LA05.1987
Skills
- Report writing
- Incident reporting
- Security guard license
- General security
- Detail-oriented
- Superior customer service
- Surveillance
- Emergency response
- Patrol operations
Timeline
Security Officer
Evangeline Downs Racetrack & Casino
07.2024 - 04.2025
Fire Watcher
Cajun Constructors Inc.
04.2023 - 07.2024
Landrys Custom Lawn and Landscapes
Self Employed Services
03.2020 - 12.2023
GED -
Bunkie Highschool