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
March Air Reserve Base
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
Whittier, CA
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
San Clemente, CA
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
Long Beach, CA
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
La Mirada, CA
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
Bell Gardens, CA
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
Grand Forks AFB, ND
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