Donald Kepple
Pocahontas,United States
Summary
Experienced security team member with advanced knowledge of facility, grounds, personnel, and asset security practices. Highly observant and diligent with strong attention to detail. Skilled in weapons training, defensive tactics, and conflict de-escalation techniques.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Guard 1
Western Mental Health Institute
Bolivar, United States
01.2024 - Current
- Control entrance and exit of individuals by checking for identity, purpose of visit, and authorization
- Searches for and apprehends missing or unauthorized individuals
- Responds to calls and takes appropriate action to assist in emergency situations
- Provides information to supervisor by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person to advise of any security concerns
- Patrols facilities, monitors alarms, and utilizes audiovisual and security systems (eg TV monitors) to check for security hazards, disturbances, and violations of rules or regulations
- Operates two-way radios and other communications devices to accomplish security tasks
- Prepares and maintains records such as incident reports, vehicle citations, logs of visitors and others, and personal property reports
- Communicates with law enforcement agencies to report incidents, provide information, and/or request assistance.
Office Manager
Gulf Interstate Field Service
Houston, United States
03.2023 - 12.2023
- Oversaw the completion of reports and forms as required
- Maintained complete files of correspondences, data, reports, forms, schedules, and records necessary and required by contract specifications, and regulatory compliance standards to complete job books
- Maintained the project filing system
- Organized and filed documents such as time sheets, daily reports, welding, NDE, material test reports and other construction documents
- Verified, organized, and prepared pipeline construction documents for electronic scanning
- Distributed documents, parcels, and other materials when required.
Truck Driver
Superior Expedited Transportation
Pocahontas, United States
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Providing logistic transportation services across the Eastern United States by utilizing knowledge of DOT rules and regulations, safe driving practices, as well as knowledge of loading materials and securing them for interstate and intrastate transport.
SENSE - Engineering Technician Level 4
Peraton
Herndon, United States
01.2020 - 09.2022
- Conducting operations and sustaining the operability of communications-electronics equipment located at a NASA Remote Tracking Station
- Performing operations, preventive maintenance inspections (PMI), and maintenance of assigned RF and telecommunications equipment
- Direct troubleshooting of complex telecommunication systems by interpreting technical data and schematic drawings using theoretical electronic concepts
- Performing work center operations, maintenance documentation, and supply/logistics activities as required
- Obtaining appropriate certifications to conduct work as required on equipment
- Convey changes to procedures, systems, equipment, and operational/technical requirements to fellow employees
- Monitor the performance of scheduled preventive maintenance actions, analyze results, and implement appropriate corrective actions
- Coordinate system operations/maintenance activities and both long and short-term projects
- Maintain expert telecommunication and satellite system knowledge, ensuring optimum proficiency.
Recreation Assistant (Range Operations)
US Army Installation Management Command
Fort Campbell, United States
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Instructed patrons on range safety practices and provided general firearm and marksmanship information
- Responsible for all safety issues in the operation of the range
- Ensured proper handling storage, accountability, inventory of ammunition, and vault security
- Issued ammunition and range related accessories to customers, checked IDs, and collected fees
- Performed cashier duties and maintained records of sales
- Directed patrons; scheduled use of ranges; conducted briefings; and monitored patrons.
Office Clerk
Gulf Interstate Field Service
Houston, United States
01.2017 - 06.2019
- Managed office supplies, vendors, organization and upkeep
- Directed guests and routed deliveries and courier services
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages
- Maintained a clean reception area, including lounge, and associated areas
- Screened all visitors and directed them to the correct employee or office
- Obtained signatures for financial documents and internal and external invoices
- Completed data entry, tracked resumes and maintained the applicant tracking system.
Satellite Communications Hub Manager
United States Army
Fort Stewart, United States
12.2015 - 02.2017
- Drafted military and nonmilitary correspondence
- Operated and maintained communications equipment (AN/TSC-187, AN/TTC-61)
- Tracked and filed administrative paperwork and personnel folders
- Maintained 100% accountability of all assigned equipment worth more than $8 million
- Planned and briefed personnel on missions
- Mentored 13 personnel for professional and personal advancement.
Executive Training Manager
United States Army
Seoul, South Korea
10.2014 - 12.2015
- Organized and conducted training for over 600 military and civilian personnel
- Inspected security design features, installations, and programs to verify compliance with applicable standards and regulations
- Drafted security operating procedures and training materials for the organization
- Coordinated emergency management activities and developed crisis operating procedures, overseeing integration into the regional plan for emergencies
- Coordinated land usage, reserved training equipment, and organized training calendars for 5 companies
- Saved $4,500 in training costs by coordinating CPR training with the local hospital.
Company Human Resource Manager
United States Army
Fort Gordon, United States
08.2013 - 10.2014
- Maintained over 2,500 personnel records, covering a 5-year period, for background checks
- Developed and managed training schedules and filed appropriate documentation
- Conducted intake and exiting for over 500 personnel in a one-year period
- Performed quality assurance evaluations on all paperwork
- Served as a liaison to ensure personnel received timely training schedules
- Maintained Army Training and Certification Tracking System for the company, increasing company readiness by 50%.
Instructor/Trainer
United States Army
Fort Gordon, United States
05.2009 - 08.2013
- Worked with an average of 14 participants per class
- Developed new curriculum for training enhancement and implemented plan for equipment upgrades (AN/TSC-93E)
- Provided instruction and training on highly technical equipment (FDMA, TDMA, HPAs, Spectrum Analyzers, power meters, and test equipment) for various SATCOM systems
- Implemented safety controls during potentially dangerous lab exercises; resulting in zero accidents in over 500 hours of hands-on lessons
- Served as the technical advisor to the Training Aid Support Center for the construction of classroom training aids for Phoenix Terminal (AN/TSC-156D), enhancing hands-on training time
- Successfully certified 25 instructors by organizing and tracking training records for the Directorate of Training Instructor Certification Program.
Education
Some college (no degree) - Public Safety Administration
University of Maryland Global Campus
Adelphi, MDSkills
- Firearms expertise
- Security operations
- Emergency Management
- Threat Assessment
- De-Escalation Techniques
Certification
- FEMA/NIMS Certifications (ICS-300, ICS 400, IS-100, IS-200, IS-700, IS-800) Emergency Management
- BLS for healthcare providers (CPR and AED)
Additionalinformation - Licenses
Armed Security Guard License, Tennessee
Timeline
Security Guard 1
Western Mental Health Institute
01.2024 - Current
Office Manager
Gulf Interstate Field Service
03.2023 - 12.2023
Truck Driver
Superior Expedited Transportation
11.2022 - 02.2023
SENSE - Engineering Technician Level 4
Peraton
01.2020 - 09.2022
Recreation Assistant (Range Operations)
US Army Installation Management Command
08.2019 - 12.2019
Office Clerk
Gulf Interstate Field Service
01.2017 - 06.2019
Satellite Communications Hub Manager
United States Army
12.2015 - 02.2017
Executive Training Manager
United States Army
10.2014 - 12.2015
Company Human Resource Manager
United States Army
08.2013 - 10.2014
Instructor/Trainer
United States Army
05.2009 - 08.2013
Some college (no degree) - Public Safety Administration
University of Maryland Global Campus
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