Charles Ford
Baltimore,MD
Summary
Dynamic security professional with extensive experience at ICS Security, excelling in surveillance monitoring and incident investigation. Proven ability to deter criminal activity through effective threat assessment and regulatory compliance. Recognized for maintaining high alertness and Ensuring safety and security across facilities while providing exemplary customer service
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Armed Security Officer
ICS Security
Catonsville, MD
01.2023 - Current
- Searched bags manually to identify prohibited items and contraband.
- Conducted security checks on personnel entering and exiting the premises.
- Investigated reported incidents such as theft, vandalism, trespassing.
- Deterred criminal activity, vandalism, and general misconduct by providing expert and highly visible security presence at facilities.
- Provided assistance to law enforcement agencies in apprehending suspects when necessary.
- Investigated reported incidents to protect company assets.
- Maintained high levels of alertness throughout shifts.
- Operated x-ray and body scanning equipment to prevent prohibited items from being carried onto premises.
- Monitored surveillance cameras to detect any criminal activity or violations of policy.
- Monitored CCTV systems to ensure safety and security of premises.
Automotive Technician
Bubba's Automotive
Baltimore, MD
06.1993 - Current
- Tested automotive systems such as brakes, steering, suspension, transmission and engine performance.
- Reviewed work orders and discussed with supervisors.
- Followed established guidelines for troubleshooting and diagnosing various types of automotive systems.
- Displayed excellent customer service skills when interacting with customers regarding their automotive needs.
- Attended technical training courses when available to increase knowledge base.
- Performed routine maintenance including oil changes, tire rotations, and brake pad replacements.
- Tested components and systems using infrared engine analyzers, compression gauges and computerized diagnostic devices.
- Evaluated, repaired and aligned vehicle suspensions.
- Provided accurate estimates of repair times to customers prior to work being performed.
- Estimated costs of vehicle repair.
- Identified recurring problems reported by customers in order to develop solutions that prevent future occurrences.
- Inspected vehicle engines and other components to identify potential issues.
- Performed drive ability tests on vehicles after repairs were completed.
- Maintained certifications and completed training on systems and components.
- Filed records with state as part of performing vehicle safety inspections.
- Communicated effectively with customers about repair progress and costs involved.
- Welded, soldered and fabricated parts to complete skilled services.
- Assisted in the diagnosis of complex electrical issues using appropriate test equipment.
Education
GED -
Walbrook Sr. High
06-1982
Skills
- Surveillance monitoring
- Incident investigation
- Threat assessment
- Bag searches
- CCTV operation
- Regulatory compliance
Affiliations
- i am an avid outdoors person that loves camping, fishing, and nature.
- i am a person that loves motor sports from drag racing, boat racing, tractor pulls down to raw horsepower pulling teams
- i love museums and history
- i am an avid cook and self proclaimed grill master
Accomplishments
- i am a ordained Minister
- i have an 9 piece gospel group
Certification
- i have been certified in 6 of 8 automotive field certifications
- i hold a competition drag race license
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Armed Security Officer
ICS Security
01.2023 - Current
Automotive Technician
Bubba's Automotive
06.1993 - Current
GED -
Walbrook Sr. High
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