Gary Thompson
North Las Vegas,NV
Summary
Seasoned Event Security Officer with broad experience in safeguarding public and private events. Notable strengths include crowd control, risk assessment, and emergency response coordination. Demonstrated ability to maintain order during high-stress situations while providing exceptional customer service for event attendees. Committed to creating safe environments that enhance event enjoyment and success.
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Works well independently as well as apart of a team.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Event Security Officer
Best Guard Security
Las Vegas , NV
08.2023 - Current
- Performed security checks on all persons entering the event premises.
- Monitored and controlled access to restricted areas using appropriate identification cards and passes.
- Responded to emergency situations, such as fire alarms or medical emergencies.
- Assisted with crowd control during large events where necessary.
- Ensured that all safety regulations were followed by personnel and visitors at all times.
- Maintained a professional demeanor while interacting with staff and patrons of the event venue.
- Checked bags for weapons, explosives, contraband materials and other prohibited items.
- Managed traffic flow around the event area and directed vehicles accordingly.
- Conducted regular rounds of facility perimeters including parking lots, garages, stairwells, hallways.
- Escorted VIPs safely from one location to another during their visit at the event venue.
- Addressed problems quickly and reported clear information while working under minimal supervision.
- Performed pre-trip inspections of the truck to ensure it was in good working order.
Security Officer
Safe Crowd Management
Las Vegas , NV
08.2023 - Current
- Checked for safety hazards and took corrective action when necessary.
- Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
- Operated x-ray and body scanning equipment to prevent prohibited items from being carried onto premises.
- Administered first aid for minor medical situations and contacted paramedics for medical emergencies.
- Searched bags manually to identify prohibited items and contraband.
- Deterred criminal activity, vandalism, and general misconduct by providing expert and highly visible security presence at facilities.
- Explained security protocols to employees and guests to promote readiness for emergency situations.
- Escorted individuals requiring personal protection to provide safe transport to specified locations.
- Reviewed guest identification and employee credentials to authorize entry onto premises.
- Identified suspicious activity to determine appropriate response.
Crew Foreman
Intel
Chandler, AZ
04.2012 - 12.2014
- Inspected construction sites to ensure safety regulations are met.
- Supervised and coordinated the activities of workers engaged in all phases of construction projects.
- Ensured that subcontractors adhered to contractual agreements, quality control standards and safety regulations.
- Directed workers in proper techniques for installation or repair of structures according to blueprints or specifications.
- Managed daily work assignments by delegating tasks and monitoring progress.
- Verified subject's identity by collecting and analyzing personal data such as fingerprints, driver's license numbers, social security numbers.
- Developed a comprehensive database to store background check results for future reference.
- Ran extensive background checks, assisted with fingerprinting for Intel Microchip Plant.
- Coordinated team activities and delegated tasks to ensure efficient completion of projects.
- Monitored daily workflow to ensure adherence to established policies and procedures.
- Ensured compliance with all safety regulations in the workplace.
Airport Security Screener
Quality Mechanical
Las Vegas , NV
11.2002 - 06.2007
- Responded promptly to emergency situations, such as suspicious packages or individuals exhibiting strange behavior.
- Identified prohibited items within checked baggage utilizing advanced imaging technology systems.
- Interacted professionally with customers while providing courteous service and support.
- Investigated unusual activity on airport grounds and reported any violations to management.
- Adhered strictly to safety protocols while working in high traffic areas at the airport.
- Controlled facility entry and exit points, secured premises and personnel by patrolling property, inspected buildings and equipment and continually observed for safety or security hazards.
- Conducted baggage or cargo screening to verify compliance with governmental regulations using x-ray machines, walk-through magnetometers and hand-held magnetometers.
- Maintained orderly queue of visitors checking in, assisted visitors with questions, directed to specific locations and reported unusual, questionable, or suspicious activities to management.
- Watched each individual to assess demeanor and look for suspicious behavior.
- Coordinated and maintained smooth passenger traffic flow through airport security checkpoints.
- Searched individuals and baggage for weapons and other prohibited items.
Education
Journeyman Plumber Pipefitter - Construction Trades
Local 364 Plumbers And Pipefitters School
Riverside, CA08-1995
Skills
- Surveillance
- PILB (Member of Private Investigators Licensing Board)
- Emergency Response
- Emergency Management
- Dispatch
- Emergency Procedures
- Security camera monitoring
- Background Checks
- Video Surveillance
- Metal detector operation
- Identification verification
- Threat Management
- Personnel screening
- Checkpoint management
- Security Guard License
- Security Screenings
- General security
- High level of integrity
- Worked "The Superbowl 2023" Security guard
- Conflict de-escalation
Certification
- Journeyman Plumber License (I am currently retired)
- P.I.LB. ( Certified by Private investigators licensing board)
- Medical Gas Certified
- OSHA 30
- OSHA 10
- HAZMAT CERTIFIED
Timeline
Event Security Officer
Best Guard Security
08.2023 - Current
Security Officer
Safe Crowd Management
08.2023 - Current
Crew Foreman
Intel
04.2012 - 12.2014
Airport Security Screener
Quality Mechanical
11.2002 - 06.2007
- Journeyman Plumber License (I am currently retired)
- P.I.LB. ( Certified by Private investigators licensing board)
- Medical Gas Certified
- OSHA 30
- OSHA 10
- HAZMAT CERTIFIED
Journeyman Plumber Pipefitter - Construction Trades
Local 364 Plumbers And Pipefitters School
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