David X. Collado
Newark,NJ
Summary
Knowledgeable Security Guard/FLSD with solid background in fire safety management and emergency response coordination. Successfully implemented fire safety protocols that significantly enhanced safety of multiple facilities. Demonstrated leadership in team training and crisis management. Dependable Security Guard dedicated to ensuring the safety of employees and visitors and minimizing potential losses. Committed to enhancing knowledge of security techniques. Possess NYS Security Guard license, drug free, Physically fit, and available to work various shifts.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Safety Director
Marrriott International -W Hotel Union Square
03.2011 - Current
- Implemented fire safety training programs.
- Monitored workplace activities to determine compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Directed evacuations during fires and emergencies to avoid fatalities, injuries, and panic.
- Enhanced building safety by identifying potential hazards and recommending corrective actions to management teams.
- Kept thorough documentation regarding permits/licenses relating to my responsibilities as Fire Safety Director.
- Maintained accurate records of all fire safety activities, including inspections, tests, repairs, and replacements of equipment.
- Mitigated disputes between guests or visitors, ensuring peaceful resolutions that upheld the reputation of the hotel.
- Promoted a secure environment through the enforcement of hotel policies, procedures, and regulations.
- Reduced security incidents by maintaining a visible presence and communicating with guests and staff.
- Cultivated positive relationships with hotel staff through regular communication, fostering an atmosphere of teamwork in ensuring guest safety.
- Enhanced hotel safety by conducting regular security patrols and monitoring surveillance systems.
Supervisor/ Fire Safety Director
Securitas- Grand Hyatt Hotel
09.2010 - 03.2011
- Preparing incident reports and taking appropriate actions.
- Supervise team of security personnel in discipline and daily operation.
- Ensure operation of the access control and security control room.
- Checked fire and life safety systems and equipment for proper placement at properties.
- Directed evacuations during fires and emergencies to avoid fatalities, injuries, and panic.
- Enhanced building safety by identifying potential hazards and recommending corrective actions to management teams.
- Kept thorough documentation regarding permits/licenses relating to my responsibilities as Fire Safety Director.
- Maintained accurate records of all fire safety activities, including inspections, tests, repairs, and replacements of equipment.
- Monitored alarm systems and CCTV footage to enable prompt attention and response.
Security officer/ Fire Safety director
Apollo Security
07.2007 - 09.2010
- Patrolled assigned areas on foot to ensure personal, building, and equipment security.
- Examined doors, windows, and gates to determine that they are secure.
- Informed and warned violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking, or carrying forbidden articles.
- Provided public assistance, including lockout services and information.
- Watched for and reported irregularities, such as fire hazards, leaking water pipes, and security doors left unlocked; sounded alarm during fire outbreak and the presence of unauthorized persons.
- Performed periodic checks of emergency call boxes and streetlights to ensure proper functioning; reported malfunctions as required.
- Prepared routine, standardized reports.
- Performed miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
- Responsible for implementing Buildings fire safety plan.
- Responsible for manning the fire command station.
- Responsible for providing information to the fire department in case of a fire.
- Responsible for conducting fire drills.
- Responsible for implementing fire safety plan.
- Responsible for training and supervising fire brigade, floor wardens, deputy floor wardens, building evacuation supervisor, and deputy fire safety director.
- Responsible for maintaining all records required by law.
- Responsible for performing all inspections required by law.
Un-loader/Loader
UPS
11.2005 - 07.2007
- Duties included the unloading of package cars and the loading of trailers.
Stock Boy
Duane Reade
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Responsibilities included maintaining a clean and secure stockroom, sweeping and mopping store, and making sure shelves where properly stocked and if not restocking them.
Camp Counselor
Ridgewood Youth Program
07.2002 - 08.2002
- Primary duties included interacting with the kids, leading them in games, educational endeavors, crafts, field trips, sports, and most importantly the safety of the kids.
Education
High School Diploma -
Grover Cleveland High School
Queens, NY07.2004
Skills
- Teamwork
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Critical thinking
- Fire safety
- Fire extinguisher use
- Organizational skills
- Team leadership
- Decision-making
Certification
- FSD - Fire Safety Director- T89
- Fire Guard -F01
- First AID CPR AED Certified
Timeline
Fire Safety Director
Marrriott International -W Hotel Union Square
03.2011 - Current
Supervisor/ Fire Safety Director
Securitas- Grand Hyatt Hotel
09.2010 - 03.2011
Security officer/ Fire Safety director
Apollo Security
07.2007 - 09.2010
Un-loader/Loader
UPS
11.2005 - 07.2007
Stock Boy
Duane Reade
01.2004 - 01.2005
Camp Counselor
Ridgewood Youth Program
07.2002 - 08.2002
High School Diploma -
Grover Cleveland High School
Training
- 1. 8-hour Pre-assignment training Coarse - 2007-04-17
- 2. 16-hour On-the-job training course for security guards- 2007-04-20
- 3. Fire Guard training Coarse- 2007-04-23
- 4. Fire department-Fire Guard test- 2007-05-02
- 5. Pace University-Fire safety director coarse- 2007-11-17
- 6. NYC Firearm Permit. Lic#2008001089
- 7. 47hour firearms training course for security guards- 2008-08-13
- 8. Registered armed guard. Lic#10010394873
- 9. Fire department-written fsd hi-rise & hotel (FIRE SAFETY DIRECTOR) 2008-09-10
- 10. Certified NYC Fire Safety director-Lic#8535819
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