Derek Barstow
Bullhead City
Summary
Proven Equipment Operator and Security Officer with a track record of enhancing safety and efficiency at Riverside Casino and Barrick Goldstrike. Skilled in incident reporting and fostering positive relationships, demonstrated through a decrease in safety incidents and improved team collaboration. Known for reliability and superior customer service, consistently exceeding employer expectations.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Officer
Riverside Casino
03.2023 - Current
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
- Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Wrote detailed reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual incidences.
- Screened individuals and prevented passage of prohibited articles into restricted areas.
- Decreased instances of theft, vandalism, and trespassing through diligent observation and reporting suspicious activities.
- Responded effectively to emergencies or disturbances, prioritizing the safety of personnel while minimizing property damage or loss.
- Trained new Security Officers in company policies, ensuring consistent knowledge across the team and adherence to established procedures.
- Enhanced security measures by staying up-to-date on industry best practices, attending training sessions, and obtaining relevant certifications.
- Remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and problem solve during stressful situations.
- Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
- Investigated suspicious activities and persons to maintain security of premises.
- Recorded observations and occurrences and interviewed witnesses to complete and submit incident report.
Trash Collector
Trash Butler
08.2018 - 02.2023
- Alerted supervisors of setbacks immediately to maintain schedules and explain late pickups.
- Used hand signals to communicate with other workers or drivers.
- Contributed to a positive company culture by maintaining a strong work ethic and supportive attitude among coworkers.
- Worked closely with supervisors to ensure accurate reporting of completed tasks, hours worked, and any incidents or accidents that occurred during shifts.
- Immediately reported any unsafe situations or service related issues to dispatcher or supervisor.
- Communicated with dispatchers concerning delays, unsafe sites, accidents, equipment breakdowns and other maintenance problems.
- Promoted continuous improvement within the organization by suggesting ways to increase efficiency or reduce costs in waste management operations.
- Attended and participated in scheduled training programs, briefings and meetings required by company or assigned by supervisor.
- Notified supervisor of incidents injuries or property damage, awaiting direction, and avoiding taking action or making statements without company authorization.
- Exceeded performance targets for speed and accuracy while maintaining high levels of safety during trash collection tasks.
- Ensured safety of team members and the public by following established waste handling protocols.
- Improved neighborhood cleanliness by efficiently collecting and disposing of trash and recyclables.
- Managed heavy lifting requirements with proper technique, minimizing risk of injury to self or others during waste removal process.
- Enhanced company reputation for timely service by consistently completing daily routes on schedule.
- Provided excellent customer service at all times, resolving issues quickly while remaining courteous and professional under pressure.
- Supported community events as needed, providing trash collection services for special occasions or emergencies.
- Assisted in training new employees, sharing best practices for safe and efficient trash collection techniques.
- Adhered to local, state and federal regulations pertaining to refuse and recyclable collection.
- Utilized proper protective gear while handling materials.
- Reported any mechanical problems to supervisor immediately.
Equipment Operator
Jerritt Canyon Gold
01.2015 - 10.2017
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Ensured safe working environment through adherence to safety guidelines and protocols for equipment operation.
- Assisted in training new operators, providing guidance on proper equipment usage and safety procedures.
- Contributed to project completion, skillfully operating various heavy machinery such as excavators, bulldozers, and loaders.
- Maintained strict adherence to safety and quality standards while operating equipment in dynamic environmental conditions.
- Participated in regular safety meetings to reinforce best practices within the team and ensure a hazard-free workplace.
- Communicated with ground team members and fellow operators to prevent safety hazards and keep materials moving.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Demonstrated adaptability in handling diverse assignments, swiftly transitioning between different types of equipment as needed.
- Completed diligent equipment inspections, repairs, and maintenance actions to prolong life of each piece of machinery.
- Reduced downtime by conducting pre-use inspections and addressing potential issues proactively.
- Graded earth and smoothed surfaces as part of projects or finish work.
- Maintained accurate records of equipment performance and service history for future reference and analysis.
- Supported site supervisors by providing timely feedback on machine performance, identifying areas for improvement or repair needs.
- Achieved smooth workflow transitions by coordinating effectively with other operators during shift changes.
- Facilitated seamless communication among team members, leading to improved collaboration during complex projects involving multiple pieces of heavy machinery.
- Assisted with safe materials transport between work sites to reduce downtime.
- Reduced equipment breakdowns with proactive identification and resolution of potential issues.
- Operated heavy equipment to move large quantities of dirt and debris.
- Monitored fuel, oil and water levels of heavy equipment.
- Loaded and moved materials such as dirt and rocks based on specific job needs.
- Assessed work sites daily for potential hazards.
- Monitored and adjusted speed of heavy machinery for safe operation.
Equipment Operator
Barrick Goldstrike
10.2005 - 05.2014
- Operated range of heavy equipment on regular basis with advanced skill.
- Maintained and cleaned equipment after each job and inspected.
- Operated machining equipment safely with team of operators.
- Ensured safe working environment through adherence to safety guidelines and protocols for equipment operation.
- Assisted in training new operators, providing guidance on proper equipment usage and safety procedures.
- Drove vehicles to and from work sites and maintained clean driving record.
- Contributed to project completion, skillfully operating various heavy machinery such as excavators, bulldozers, and loaders.
- Maintained strict adherence to safety and quality standards while operating equipment in dynamic environmental conditions.
- Participated in regular safety meetings to reinforce best practices within the team and ensure a hazard-free workplace.
- Adhered to heavy equipment safety and operation protocols, resulting in minimal complaints or incidents.
- Communicated with ground team members and fellow operators to prevent safety hazards and keep materials moving.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize work processes, streamlining operations for increased efficiency.
- Enforced compliance with safety standards and regulations related to proper PPE, hand signals and equipment movements.
- Demonstrated adaptability in handling diverse assignments, swiftly transitioning between different types of equipment as needed.
- Reduced downtime by conducting pre-use inspections and addressing potential issues proactively.
- Facilitated seamless communication among team members, leading to improved collaboration during complex projects involving multiple pieces of heavy machinery.
- Reduced equipment breakdowns with proactive identification and resolution of potential issues.
Education
Heavy Equipment Operation
Missoula Vo-Tech
Missoula, MT05.1988
Skills
- Report writing
- Incident reporting
- General security
- Superior customer service
- Relationship building and management
- Conflict de-escalation
- Shift work experience
- High level of integrity
- Fire safety training
- Work ethic
- Workplace safety
- Reliability
- Punctuality
- ID verification
Timeline
Security Officer
Riverside Casino
03.2023 - Current
Trash Collector
Trash Butler
08.2018 - 02.2023
Equipment Operator
Jerritt Canyon Gold
01.2015 - 10.2017
Equipment Operator
Barrick Goldstrike
10.2005 - 05.2014
Heavy Equipment Operation
Missoula Vo-Tech
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