Jerome Alston
Corning,NY
Summary
Protective security guard working to promote safety of people and premises in assigned area. Proactive and watchful professional possessing deep knowledge of of security operations and safety practices. I also have several years of carpentry experience and have been installing flooring since about 15.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
Corning, NY
05.2024 - Current
- Explained security protocols to employees and guests to promote readiness for emergency situations.
- Observed patrons and customers to quickly address security situations.
- Provided friendly and professional assistance to employees, visitors and customers.
- Oversaw multiple buildings for Corning, Inc.
- Reported safety hazards for remediation response.
- Provided escorts for visitors as needed throughout the facility.
- Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings and patrolling property.
- Monitored building and property entrances and exits to detect intrusions and protect assets.
- Checked for safety hazards and took corrective action when necessary.
- Investigated any suspicious persons or vehicles on premises and contacted appropriate authorities if necessary.
- Conducted regular security patrols of the facility grounds, parking lots, and perimeter areas.
- Completed required shift logs and reports, highlighting routine activities, suspicious circumstances and critical incidents.
Carpentry Laborer
Class Act Contracting
Corning, NY
02.2023 - 04.2024
- Measured and marked cut lines on materials using ruler or marking gauge.
- Cleaned up debris at job sites after each shift was completed.
- Repaired existing cabinetry, furniture, and other wooden items as needed.
- Assembled prefabricated components into finished products according to plans or specifications.
- Covered subfloors with building paper and lay hardwood or parquet floors by nailing to subfloor or cementing to mastic base.
- Used saws, drills and sanders to cut and shape wood and plastic.
- Utilized various tools, equipment, materials and forming systems to complete construction tasks.
- Calculated dimensions, angles and required materials to support consistency and accuracy throughout projects.
- Applied sealants to protect wood against weathering elements.
- Repaired drywall or plaster if needed before applying paint or wallpaper treatments.
- Performed minor plaster repair, blending newly renovated wall surfaces with existing plaster.
- Prepared base surfaces by removing debris, correcting imperfections and applying treatments.
- Assisted in loading and unloading trucks with supplies needed for job sites.
- Cut flooring material to fit around obstructions using hand tools, dies and special equipment.
- Created custom cuts for around pipes or other objects in the room.
Submarine Sonar Technician
US Navy
Groton, Connecticut
09.2020 - 02.2022
- Documented maintenance actions and kept equipment records updated.
- Conducted tests and experiments with new materials, equipment and processes.
- Created sketches and marked up drawings to show changes occurred.
- Conducted daily maintenance checks of submarine sonar systems to ensure optimal operation.
Crew Member
McDonald's
Painted Post, New York
02.2019 - 06.2020
- Tailored orders to address customer allergies and gluten concerns.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Wiped down tables and equipment, swept and refilled stock.
- Stocked shelves and cases with new or transferred items.
- Checked expiration dates on all products before serving them to customers.
- Followed all safety guidelines while operating equipment such as slicers, fryers and ovens.
Education
High School Diploma -
Corning-Painted Post High School
Corning, NY08-2020
High School Diploma -
GST Boces Coopers Plains
Painted Post, NY06-2020
Skills
- Surveillance techniques
- Emergency response
- Access control
- Incident reporting
- Customer service
- Team collaboration
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Punctuality
- Honest and dependable
- Detailed activity logs
- Sensitive information handling
- Work ethic
Certification
- Criminal justice certification
- New York State Security License
Accomplishments
- Graduated Navy Boot Camp
- Basic Enlisted Submarine School
- Sonar Tech A School
Timeline
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
05.2024 - Current
Carpentry Laborer
Class Act Contracting
02.2023 - 04.2024
Submarine Sonar Technician
US Navy
09.2020 - 02.2022
Crew Member
McDonald's
02.2019 - 06.2020
High School Diploma -
Corning-Painted Post High School
High School Diploma -
GST Boces Coopers Plains