Dale Lappe
Carlyle,IL
Summary
Correctional Officer with eleven year history of exercising sound judgment and reasoned thinking during crisis events. Develops strong rapport with prisoners and colleagues. Adept at managing high-risk scenarios and enhancing safety protocols, my tenure at Vandalia Correctional Center honed my skills in contraband control and inmate supervision. Excellent command of institutional safety, security and emergency management protocols.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Vandalia Correctional Center
09.2013 - Current
- Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
- Searched inmate property to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
- Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
- Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, property boxed, and common areas.
0311 Infantry Rifleman/0621 Field Radio Operator
United States Marine Corps
04.2011 - 05.2017
- Led fire teams during battle drills and training exercises.
- Enhanced team performance by conducting regular training sessions on tactics and techniques.
- Displayed adaptability by quickly learning new tactics, techniques, and weapon systems when faced with evolving threats or mission requirements.
- Established secure communication lines for critical intelligence sharing among units.
- Enhanced communication capabilities by installing and maintaining field radio equipment.
- Maintained readiness for deployment, conducting regular inspections and testing of communication gear.
Utility Operator
BIG 3 Precision
07.2012 - 09.2013
- Conducted thorough inspections of boilers and related equipment, identifying potential issues before they became costly problems.
- Enhanced safety procedures by conducting regular inspections of utility systems and reporting any concerns or issues.
- Observed pressure, temperature and draft meters to verify correct operation of automatic combustion control systems, feed water regulators and burners.
- Ensured consistent steam production, closely monitoring pressure levels and adjusting accordingly.
- Participated in ongoing training programs to stay current with industry best practices and maintain technical expertise in utility operations management techniques.
- Monitored heating and cooling system performance through alarms, temperature and pressure differentials.
Farm Maintenance Worker
Diekemper Farms
03.2008 - 03.2011
- Reduced equipment downtime with regular inspections and proactive repairs.
- Supported efficient milking operations, ensuring timely completion of daily milking schedules and proper handling of milk products up to all EPA standards
- Maximized equipment lifespan through routine inspections, cleaning, and preventive maintenance tasks.
- Maintained boiler room log by recording meter and gauge data readings, water test results and quantity of fuel consumed.
- Assisted in emergency situations, quickly addressing malfunctions to minimize damage and ensure employee safety.
- Adjusted valves and controls to set specified water level and steam pressure of boiler.
Education
High School Diploma -
Carlyle High School
Carlyle, IL05.2009
Skills
- Crisis Management
- Problem-solving abilities
- Safety and security enforcement
- Job assignments
- Inmate Supervision
- Contraband Control
- Security Procedures
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Vandalia Correctional Center
09.2013 - Current
Utility Operator
BIG 3 Precision
07.2012 - 09.2013
0311 Infantry Rifleman/0621 Field Radio Operator
United States Marine Corps
04.2011 - 05.2017
Farm Maintenance Worker
Diekemper Farms
03.2008 - 03.2011
High School Diploma -
Carlyle High School
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