Daniel Zavala
Georgetown,TX
Summary
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. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Officer
Allied Universal Enhanced Protection Services
Austin, United States
10.2024 - Current
- Identified and reported suspicious activities using site phone during regular patrols.
- Enhanced threat response skills through Chameleon Threat Mediation Officer course completion.
- Secured all certifications essential for Level 3 security officer role.
- Patrolled property to ensure safety of individuals and security of premises.
- Responded promptly to incidents, providing assistance and documenting events.
- Enforced company policies and procedures to maintain a secure environment.
- Prepared detailed reports on security incidents for management review.
- Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
- Maintained accurate logs of all security related activities.
- Maintained high levels of alertness throughout shifts.
Military Service
Army
Fort Hood, Texas
08.2021 - 10.2024
- Branch: United States Army
- Rank: Private First Class
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
- Conducted tactical operations during training and missions.
- Utilized various weapons systems and equipment during operations.
- Maintained situational awareness in high-pressure environments.
- Provided mentorship to junior soldiers on combat readiness skills.
- Maintained accountability of assigned personnel, weapons, equipment and supplies.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and standard operating procedures.
- Monitored communications systems for orders, instructions and alerts.
- Inspected and repaired systems to maximize performance.
Security
VSI Secure, LLC
Austin, United States
10.2022 - 09.2024
- Patrol post
- Guard entry points
- Identify any suspicious activity
- Developed and implemented security policies and procedures.
- Monitored premises to ensure safety and security for personnel and property.
- Trained new security staff on protocols and emergency response procedures.
- 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.
- Assisted with crowd control during large events held at the facility.
- Screened visitors and employees for weapons and contraband with hand wands and metal detectors.
- Maintained high levels of alertness throughout shifts.
Labor
Cibulka concrete
Elgin, United States
04.2019 - 07.2021
- Executed day-to-day concrete labor tasks efficiently and accurately.
- Prepared and poured concrete for foundations, slabs, and other structures.
- Ensured consistent compliance with safety standards on job sites.
- Collaborated with team members to enhance project efficiency.
- Installed forms according to specifications for precise pouring of concrete.
- Operated various machinery, including jackhammers and power saws, for concrete work.
- Inspected finished surfaces for quality assurance and compliance with specifications.
- Maintained tools and equipment in optimal working condition.
- Implemented best practices for concrete mixing and application techniques.
- Loaded and unloaded necessary tools, materials, and machines from trucks and trailers.
- Operated excavators and loaders to prepare site.
- Conducted daily safety meetings with crew members prior to beginning work.
Education
Trade school - HVAC
Austin Career Institute
Austin, TX09-2025
High school diploma -
Joliet Central High School
Joliet, IL05.2021
Skills
- Safety compliance
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Crime prevention
- Threat assessment
- Identification verification
- High level of integrity
- First aid and CPR certified
- Active shooter training
- Security guard license
- Concrete curing
- Slab pouring
- Hand troweling
- Stamped concrete
- Leveling and screeding
- Concrete finishing
- Decorative finishes
- Rebar installation
- Driveway installation
- Foundation work
- Concrete pouring
- Power tool operation
- Worksite safety
- Bull floats
- Site preparation
- Form setting
- Slab construction
- Truck chute operation
- Sidewalk construction
- Job site cleanup
- OSHA protocols
- Finishing techniques
- Broom finishing
- Hand tool operation
- Joint cutting
- Concrete stamping
- Leveling and grading
- Personal protective equipment
- Customer service
- FLUENT IN spanish and english
- Defensive tactics training
- Weapons training
- Military experience
- Patrol operations
- Premises patrol
- Attention to detail
- Security team management
- Team leadership
- Takedown maneuvers
Certification
- Driver's License, 08/01/20, Present
- Armed Security License
- Guard Card
- AED Certification
- Baton Permit
Languages
- Spanish, Fluent
- English, Fluent
Military Service
United States Army, United States, Private First Class, 08/01/21, 10/31/24
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Security Officer
Allied Universal Enhanced Protection Services
10.2024 - Current
Security
VSI Secure, LLC
10.2022 - 09.2024
Military Service
Army
08.2021 - 10.2024
Labor
Cibulka concrete
04.2019 - 07.2021
Trade school - HVAC
Austin Career Institute
High school diploma -
Joliet Central High School