Colby Atwood
Pittsford,VT
Summary
Detail-oriented Security Officer with proven experience in emergency response, incident reporting, and maintaining a safe, controlled environment. Skilled in de-escalation, conflict resolution, and effective communication with the public, patients, and staff. Strong team collaborator with experience training new personnel and supporting high-stress situations with professionalism. Dedicated to safety, integrity, and providing calm, reliable service in fast-paced environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Officer
Hunter North Associates
06.2024 - Current
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security of patients, staff, and visitors.
- Responded promptly to incidents, assessing situations and implementing appropriate responses.
- Documented incidents in detailed reports for further investigation and compliance purposes.
- Responded promptly to alarms or calls for assistance from hospital staff or patients, deescalating tense situations when necessary.
- Provided exceptional customer service to hospital visitors while maintaining security protocols and procedures.
- Trained new security officers on hospital policies, emergency response plans, and communication strategies.
- Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
Manual Laborer
Querrey Industrial Services
09.2021 - 03.2024
- Operated machinery for material handling and transport, ensuring safe and efficient workflow.
- Loaded and unloaded materials from trucks, maintaining organization in work areas.
- Completed physically demanding tasks efficiently while maintaining high levels of energy throughout the workday.
- Welded in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.
- Fabricated shop parts directly from blueprints.
- Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
- Removed and repaired unacceptable welds with air arc and grinder to meet quality guidelines.
Cashier
Hannaford Supermarket
06.2021 - 07.2021
- Processed customer transactions accurately and efficiently using point-of-sale systems.
- Maintained clean and organized checkout area to enhance customer experience.
- Handled cash, credit, and digital payments while ensuring compliance with financial policies.
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
Packager
Ames Performance
10.2020 - 03.2021
- Followed packing processes to increase speed and accuracy.
- Maintained a clean, organized workspace, adhering to company guidelines for hygiene and safety standards in the packaging area.
- Labeled packages with appropriate shipping information for accurate deliveries.
- Operated and maintained packaging equipment with focus on safety and productivity.
- Maintained high-quality standards for packaged products, conducting regular quality checks and addressing issues promptly.
Education
No Degree - Undeclared Major
Community College of Vermont
Rutland, SDHigh School Diploma -
Keene Highschool
Keene, NH06-2021
Skills
- Report writing
- Incident reporting
- Security guard license
- General security
- Physical fitness
- Complex Problem-solving
- Threat management
- Crisis management
- Workplace violence prevention
- High level of integrity
- Patrolling
- De-escalation techniques
Certification
CPR Certified by the American Red Cross
Completed the AVADE Workplace Violence Training
Timeline
Security Officer
Hunter North Associates
06.2024 - Current
Manual Laborer
Querrey Industrial Services
09.2021 - 03.2024
Cashier
Hannaford Supermarket
06.2021 - 07.2021
Packager
Ames Performance
10.2020 - 03.2021
No Degree - Undeclared Major
Community College of Vermont
High School Diploma -
Keene Highschool