Jason Knight
folsom,ca
Summary
Experienced Correctional Officer skilled in inmate supervision, contraband searches, surveillance monitoring, and security procedures. Maintains calm, professional communication and effective control in high-pressure situations.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
Folsom, California
04.2021 - Current
- - Implemented enforcement of inmate rules to maintain order within the facility and Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation security procedures.
- - Monitored housing units, yards, and movement areas for safety concerns.
- - Searched inmate cells and property for contraband.
- - Escorted inmates to appointments, court hearings, and program areas to ensure safe and orderly movements within the facility.
- Communicated with inmates using calm, firm, professional language.
- Coordinated with medical, mental health, and supervisory staff on inmate needs.
- Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
- Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
- Monitored inmate behavior to proactively prevent crime, escape attempts, and other dangerous activities, enhancing overall facility security.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands, and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
- Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts.
- Oversaw daily activities of inmates to identify potential security risks. to identify and manage suspicious behavior, improper conduct, and signs of conflict.
- Maintained clear and open communications with facility areas to support safe operations.
- Transported prisoners between facilities or court hearings in secure vehicles, ensuring safety and compliance with security protocols.
- Administered first aid for injuries or illnesses sustained by inmates under supervision.
- Monitored video surveillance systems to observe prisoner activity throughout the correctional facility.
- Provided first response medical care in emergency situations until professional medical staff could take over.
Heavy Equipment Operator
Department of Transportation
Sacramento, California
08.2018 - 04.2021
- Operated excavators, loaders, and graders for Department of Transportation roadway work.
- Loaded and hauled gravel, soil, asphalt, and debris to work zones.
- Inspected heavy equipment before shifts and reported maintenance concerns.
- Followed traffic control procedures during lane closures and roadside repairs.
- Cleared snow and ice from transportation routes using plows and attachments.
- Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
- Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
- Loaded and unloaded construction materials, including gravel, sand, and asphalt, to ensure timely delivery to job sites.
- Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
- Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
- Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
- Performed pre-shift and post-shift equipment inspections and accurately completed reports to support company policy.
- Studied new equipment and attachments to improve operational efficiency and maintained up-to-date knowledge of daily equipment usage.
- Operated equipment to move and position raw materials or finished components.
- Oversaw proper PPE use to facilitate working conditions compliant with safety regulations.
- Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and job completions to support project management and accountability.
- Promoted continuous improvement of workplace safety and environmental practices.
- Positioned or moved loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
- Connected hydraulic hoses, belts and mechanical linkages to tractors.
- Followed worker hand signals to align machines, cutterheads or depth gauge makers with reference stakes and guidelines.
- Communicated with clients and studied plans and diagrams to establish work requirements.
- Operated valves to regulate air and water flow for equipment. to control air or water output of compressors or pumps.
Maintenance Mechanic
PG&E
Avila Beach,
02.2010 - 07.2018
- Performed preventive maintenance on PG&E power plant and utility equipment.
- Diagnosed mechanical issues on pumps, motors, valves, and conveyor systems.
- Repaired rotating equipment using hand tools, power tools, and precision instruments.
- Followed PG&E lockout/tagout and confined space safety procedures.
- Read blueprints, schematics, and equipment manuals for maintenance planning.
- Completed work orders through PG&E maintenance tracking systems.
- Inspected equipment for leaks, wear, corrosion, and alignment problems.
- Supported field crews with mechanical setup, adjustments, and equipment testing.
- Repaired and replaced worn and defective parts.
- Operated forklifts, cranes and other heavy equipment as necessary in the completion of duties.
- Responded quickly to emergency maintenance requests in order to minimize downtime.
- Operated hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Repaired equipment and machinery, performing maintenance according to updated industry standards.
- Installed, repaired and maintained equipment.
- Cleaned work areas after completing tasks to ensure safety compliance.
- Performed preventive maintenance on hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical systems.
- Replaced worn or damaged parts to maintain efficient operation of machines.
- Diagnosed equipment malfunctions and completed repairs to restore equipment and maintain uptime.
- Collaborated with team members to assess equipment performance needs.
- Read and interpreted equipment and work orders to properly perform required maintenance services.
- Adjusted and calibrated machines as required.
- Diagnosed and repaired mechanical issues according to industry standards.
- Repaired and replaced defective parts in production machinery.
- Maintained accurate records of maintenance activities performed.
- Read technical manuals to help diagnose problems with equipment.
- Maintained a variety of electrical equipment including motors, transformers and switches.
- Assessed system operations to identify potential areas requiring maintenance services.
- Ran regular tests on machines and fixed early problems.
- Installed new plant machinery as required.
- Orchestrated tooling changeovers, setups, and repairs to minimize downtime and improve productivity.
- Inspected alarm systems and monitors to comply with fire, carbon monoxide and other safety levels.
- Coordinated with external contractors for specialized maintenance projects.
- Repaired or replaced defective parts, using hand tools and power tools.
Education
High School Diploma -
Morro Bay High School
Morro Bay, CA06-1998
Skills
- Incident documentation and oversight
- Contraband detection and surveillance
- Security protocols and techniques
- De-escalation and restraint methods
- Team coordination and communication
- Mental health awareness and suicide prevention
- First aid and CPR certification
- Team coordination
- Verbal communication
- Mental health awareness
- Suicide prevention
- First aid and CPR certified
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation
04.2021 - Current
Heavy Equipment Operator
Department of Transportation
08.2018 - 04.2021
Maintenance Mechanic
PG&E
02.2010 - 07.2018
High School Diploma -
Morro Bay High School