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Curtis Irons

East Alton,IL

Summary

Qualified Security Officer with experience maintaining safety for campus grounds and facilities. Talented at roving control and entrance control. Successfully remains calm in high-pressure situations and interactions with difficult individuals. Seasoned Security Officer equipped with excellent communication skills consistently maintains detailed logs of important events. Skilled in problem-solving and conflict resolution with knowledge of law enforcement investigations. Trustworthy and committed to honest interactions with supervisors, employees and customers. 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. Experienced in data entry and handling money. Can quickly memorize product details and build customer relationships.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Security Officer

GardaWorld Security
St Louis, MO
12.2023 - Current
  • Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings and patrolling property.
  • Monitored entrances and exits for unauthorized personnel or prohibited items being brought onto premises.
  • Confirmed visitor identification prior to granting entry into the building.
  • Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
  • Greeted staff, guests, vendors, contractors. upon arrival at the facility entrance.
  • Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
  • Verified photo IDs and tickets to allow guests passage.
  • Addressed problems quickly and reported clear information while working under minimal supervision.
  • Monitored surveillance cameras and responded to suspicious activity.
  • Checked for safety hazards and took corrective action when necessary.
  • Completed incident reports to record security or loss prevention incidents.
  • Responded to alarms and conducted investigations as required.
  • Investigated any suspicious persons or vehicles on premises and contacted appropriate authorities if necessary.
  • Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies, and regulations.
  • Provided escorts for visitors as needed throughout the facility.
  • Reported safety hazards for remediation response.
  • Enforced access control measures in accordance with established procedures.
  • Participated in training sessions to stay up-to-date on current security trends and best practices.
  • Inspected parking lot to verify parking permits and ticketed or towed unauthorized vehicles.
  • Checked footage and live feeds from surveillance cameras for trespassers and criminal activity.
  • Enforced security regulations and escorted non-compliant individuals to private areas for processing.
  • Investigated all reported incidents of theft or vandalism on premises.
  • Performed first aid and CPR when necessary during emergency situations.
  • Checked and secured building areas during off-hours to prevent entry by unauthorized individuals.
  • Identified suspicious activity to determine appropriate response.

Supply Chain Specialist

Air Force
Belleville, IL
04.2023 - Current
  • Sourced vendors, negotiated prices and set up delivery schedules.
  • Maintained accurate records of purchases, shipments, inventories, returns.
  • Developed and implemented supply chain strategies to reduce costs and increase efficiency.
  • Provided training on proper use of software tools used by the team.
  • Automated office operations, and managed client correspondence, stock record tracking, scheduling and data communications.
  • Established relationships with key vendors to negotiate competitive pricing for materials and services.
  • Prepared purchase orders according to specifications provided by internal departments.
  • Oversaw, assessed and responded to shortage processes.
  • Evaluated vendor performance regularly using various criteria such as quality control measures or turnaround time.

Mover/Laborer

Vetted movers
St. Louis
01.2019 - Current
  • I work part time at a small moving company
  • Lifted heavy objects using correct lifting techniques to avoid injury.
  • Transported furniture, appliances, boxes and other items from one location to another in a timely manner.
  • Loaded and unloaded company trucks with tools, equipment and furniture.
  • Unloaded customer goods at the destination with care, ensuring that all items were accounted for and placed in their appropriate locations.
  • Packaged items for transport, using protective materials such as bubble wrap, foam, blankets and shrink-wrap to prevent damage during transit.
  • Assisted team members with loading and unloading tasks when needed; working cooperatively within a team environment to accomplish goals efficiently.

Combat Engineer

Army National Gaurd
Murphysboro, IL
05.2019 - 04.2023
  • Inspected and maintained combat engineer equipment.
  • Identified hazardous objects such as unexploded ordnance or improvised explosive devices.
  • Assisted with construction of defensive positions, bridges, and roads.
  • Cleared minefields by locating, marking and detonating explosive hazards safely.
  • Provided guidance on proper use of explosives when conducting demolitions tasks.
  • Conducted reconnaissance operations to identify terrain features and potential threats.
  • Operated heavy machinery such as bulldozers, cranes, backhoes.
  • Successfully guided and supervised mine-clearing line charge loading team with no injuries or accidents.
  • Used visual methods and mine detectors to identify and locate mines, effectively detonating enemy threats.
  • Operated wheeled vehicles and equipment over varied terrain and roadways for support of combat operations
  • Erected barbed wire fences around bases for security purposes.
  • Set up booby traps to disrupt enemy movement or activities.
  • Located and neutralized various types of mines and IEDs.
  • Repaired damaged structures such as buildings, walls, fences.
  • Performed demolitions on enemy fortifications and obstacles.
  • Disarmed IEDs using special tools designed for that purpose.
  • Constructed bunkers and foxholes for personnel safety during combat operations.
  • Maintained over $1,000,000 in equipment with no loss.
  • Maintained records of all supplies used in engineering projects.
  • Utilized GPS devices to navigate through unfamiliar terrain in hostile environments.
  • Installed and recovered anti-handing devices on anti-tank mines and electrical and non-electrical demolition charges.
  • Assured consistent quality control through development of spreadsheets, item lists and other documents to track materials in company inventory.
  • Installed communication lines between ground units and command posts.
  • Supervised location, construction and concealment of infantry positions and equipment.
  • Developed top talent by leading training initiatives for combat preparation.
  • Conducted ground reconnaissance and reported to leadership for strategic planning.
  • Troubleshot problems related to electrical wiring systems in combat vehicles.
  • Supervised maintenance of engineering tools and materials.
  • Performed inspections to keep equipment in working order.
  • Conducted training to improve troops' abilities.
  • Leveraged guns, cannons and howitzers in ground combat operations.
  • Loaded, equipped and manned aircraft for mission.
  • Directed artillery crew members to position, maintain and fire guns.
  • Used artillery and missiles to protect infantry and tank units.
  • Secured and protected air, land and sea positions from enemy attack.

COVID-19 Screener

Army National Guard
Belleville, IL
01.2021 - 07.2021
  • I scanned patients QR code and helped them prepare for their shots
  • I asked them questions and sent them to the shot area.
  • Performed regular cleaning and disinfecting of all areas used during screenings according to CDC guidelines.
  • Communicated professionally to explain COVID-19 screening procedures to staff members and visitors.
  • Administered temperature checks using non-contact thermometers for individuals entering the facility.
  • Sanitized work area and sterilized equipment and instruments to comply with protocols.
  • Collected specimens from patients suspected of having contracted Covid 19 virus as per established protocol.
  • Worked outdoors in extreme cold or heat to screen incoming visitors for COVID-19 symptoms.
  • Screened employees and visitors using specific protocol and non-contact infrared thermometers.
  • Educated patients about symptoms associated with COVID-19 and when to seek medical attention.
  • Offered protective masks and face shields to guests.
  • Followed up with patients via telephone or email regarding their test results and answered any additional questions they may have had.

Order picker

Amazon DSP
Edwardsville
03.2020 - 07.2020
  • I packed orders and drove the order picker to pick orders

Prep Cook/Dishwasher

Panda Express Cook
O'Fallon
11.2017 - 05.2019
  • I cooked and prepped food for the next business day

Chipotle Crew Member

Chipotle Mexican Grill
Fairview Heights
07.2016 - 10.2017
  • Washed dishes and marinated meats for the next business day

Education

Some college in Science -

Southwestern Illinois College
02.2024

High school or equivalent -

Collinsville High School
05.2019

Skills

  • Microsoft office and google drive (3 years)
  • Moving Experience
  • Driving
  • Load & Unload
  • Military Experience
  • Forklift
  • Packaging
  • Warehouse Experience
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Lawn Care
  • Landscape Maintenance
  • Delivery Driver Experience
  • Identification Verification
  • CCTV Monitoring
  • Emergency Management
  • Emergency Response
  • Arrest Procedures
  • Investigation Documentation
  • Crime Prevention
  • Access Control
  • General Security
  • Incident Reporting
  • Crisis Management
  • Security Screenings
  • Conflict Resolution Techniques
  • Crisis Intervention Training
  • Security Systems Knowledge
  • High Level of Integrity
  • Screening Wands
  • Relationship Building and Management
  • Threat Assessment
  • Complex Problem-Solving
  • Night and Safe Deposit Procedures
  • Investigative Skills
  • Weapons Training
  • Conflict De-Escalation
  • Criminal Law Knowledge
  • Report Writing
  • Crime Prevention Methods
  • Criminal Investigations
  • Detail Oriented
  • Criminal Law

Additional Information

I'm also a active member of the national guard

Military Service

  • Army, United States, E-3, 05/01/19, 04/01/23
  • Air National Guard, United States, E-4, 04/01/23, Present

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Security Officer

GardaWorld Security
12.2023 - Current

Supply Chain Specialist

Air Force
04.2023 - Current

COVID-19 Screener

Army National Guard
01.2021 - 07.2021

Order picker

Amazon DSP
03.2020 - 07.2020

Combat Engineer

Army National Gaurd
05.2019 - 04.2023

Mover/Laborer

Vetted movers
01.2019 - Current

Prep Cook/Dishwasher

Panda Express Cook
11.2017 - 05.2019

Chipotle Crew Member

Chipotle Mexican Grill
07.2016 - 10.2017

Some college in Science -

Southwestern Illinois College

High school or equivalent -

Collinsville High School
Curtis Irons