Dennis Cordova
San Pedro,CA
Summary
Astute Professional promoting over 27 years of military commitment in getting the job done - safely. Offering worldwide knowledge in leadership, team building and followership. Excellent in communication be it up channeled, or down channeled. Effective!
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
C-17 Loadmaster Instructor
U.S. Air Force Reserve
05.2003 - 02.2024
- Accomplishes worldwide loading and off loading of Troops and Cargo; conducts pre-flight and post-flight of aircraft and aircraft systems.
- Performs in-flight aircrew functions, computes load planning, weight and balance, cargo restraint and other mission specific duties.
- Responsible for accountability / documentation of CLASSIFIED Material. Employs sound judgment when working with Military and Civilian agencies.
- Instructs newly assigned personnel, maintains student's records, and performs up-grade training. Possesses active SECRET security clearance. 7300 Total Flight Hours. 1730 Sorties. 331 Combat Sorties. 756 Instructor Hours.
L.A. County Sheriff Security Officer
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department
02.2009 - 08.2009
- Is extremely tactful and uses good judgment in dealing with the public; confiscates weapons and illegal contraband.
- Properly documents items to establish a chain of custody.
- Maintained structure and security at the Whittier Courthouse.
- Patrolled designated areas in patrol vehicle and on foot to identify security and safety issues.
Nuclear Security Officer
Southern California Edison
09.2003 - 09.2006
- Protection of Nuclear Reactor Unit #1 and #2 from radiological sabotage. Protection of the Spent Fuel Rod Storage Area and company personnel.
- Utilizing Hardened Structures and employing effective high caliber firepower to deter any attack outside of / or within the Protected Area.
- Enforce SCE Policy through the use of Explosive / Metal Detectors and X-Ray Equipment.
H.R. Assistant / Mailroom Clerk
Acapulco / El Torito Restaurants
11.2001 - 08.2003
- Assisted with duties in the Human Resources Dept; compiled and secured confidential information, maintained records and files of employees.
- Purged appropriate files for destruction.
- Utilized office equipment to include Microsoft Word, Excel, & PowerPoint.
- Maintained the corporate office mailrooms in mail distribution to 135 stores, shipping and receiving of FedEx, UPS, & U.S. Postal Service letters and packages.
- Completed duties for various corporate officers.
Warehouseman/Machine Operator
Bralco Metals
09.1994 - 11.2001
- Operated a Precision Plate Saw cutting sheets / plates of aluminum and brass to tolerances of +/- .005 or to customer's specifications. Utilized calipers, micrometers and other measuring devices.
- Properly packed finished product for shipment. Rotated stock while pushing incoming material.
- Kept an accurate count of material for inventory. Filled orders to customers needs.
- Utilized materials handling equipment to include fork lifts, side loaders, pallet jacks, and overhead cranes.
- Various warehouse duties to include loading, shipping, inspecting and receiving of product.
Security Officer / Dispatcher
The Bicycle Casino
03.1990 - 09.1994
- Responsible for the protection of The Bicycle Casino property, assets, customers and staff.
- Provide response to customer and employee requests for service, assistance or information.
- Monitor Security CCTV panels and dispatch officers as needed.
- Provide limousine transportation at Manager's request. Assist with other duties as assigned.
USAF Security Policeman
U.S. Air Force Active Duty
01.1984 - 01.1990
- Protected and defended United States Air Force Assets, Priority Resources, and Personnel through deterrence, use of force and the use of deadly force.
- Trained for and carried out the duties of the following positions: Security Controller, Security Supervisor, Response Force Leader (A.R.T. / S.R.T. / Fire Team) and Entry Controller.
- Maintain constant communication with all posts and patrol teams. Initiate proper Emergency Response Options with higher Headquarters through all communication channels.
- Responsible for the safeguard and maintenance of classified information (OPSEC, COMSEC), records, files and material; as well as subordinate records and training files.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bell Gardens High School
Bell Gardens, CATechnical Certificate - Military Leadership
U.S. Air Force N.C.O. Academy
Montgomery, ALTechnical Certification - Military Logistics
C-141 / C-17 Loadmaster Initial Qualification
Wright-Patterson / Altus AFBSkills
- Leadership Experience
- Time Management Abilities
- Loadmaster Training Experience
- Problem Solving Aptitude
- Adaptable Decision Making
- Load Planning Proficiency
Timeline
L.A. County Sheriff Security Officer
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department
02.2009 - 08.2009
Nuclear Security Officer
Southern California Edison
09.2003 - 09.2006
C-17 Loadmaster Instructor
U.S. Air Force Reserve
05.2003 - 02.2024
H.R. Assistant / Mailroom Clerk
Acapulco / El Torito Restaurants
11.2001 - 08.2003
Warehouseman/Machine Operator
Bralco Metals
09.1994 - 11.2001
Security Officer / Dispatcher
The Bicycle Casino
03.1990 - 09.1994
USAF Security Policeman
U.S. Air Force Active Duty
01.1984 - 01.1990
High School Diploma -
Bell Gardens High School
Technical Certificate - Military Leadership
U.S. Air Force N.C.O. Academy
Technical Certification - Military Logistics
C-141 / C-17 Loadmaster Initial Qualification