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Joe R. Lucero

Chino Hills,CA

Summary

Seasoned handler focused on compliance, productivity and safety. Talent for understanding instructions and operating a wide range of tools to sort materials with a deadline-driven approach.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience

Work History

K-9 Handler

Impact K-9 Solutions
La Verne, CA
09.2022 - Current

My duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Train and lead Narcotic K-9 dog in searches in schools and drug rehab facilities.
  • Ensure the health and well-being of the K-9 through proper care, grooming, and nutrition.
  • Conduct regular training exercises to maintain the dog's readiness and proficiency.
  • Conduct searches at various school activities, such as homecoming dances, football games, grad nights, and retreats.
  • Complete necessary paperwork and documentation related to the training and deployment of the canine.
  • Participate in training programs to develop and maintain desired animal behaviors.

State Maintenance Worker

State of California - Cal Trans
Los Angeles, CA
06.2011 - 04.2022

My duties were, but not limited to, the following:

  • Maintain the integrity and safety of State Freeways and highways for traveling motorists by repairing damaged highways and roadway surfaces.
  • Removing debris from highways, as well as traffic control duties, such as setting up lane closures.
  • Trimming trees using safety equipment and power tools.
  • Painting of various structures, both interior and exterior, preparing walls and other surfaces for painting by scraping, using sandpaper, and removing old paint.
  • Mixing paint and other materials to prepare the correct color or texture.
  • Filling cracks and holes with appropriate material (e.g., plaster).
  • Experience in the use of hand rollers, brushes, and paint sprayers.
  • Assist CHP in the closures of both lanes on and off ramps due to a serious traffic accident.
  • Worked independently in all aspects of maintenance and painting.
  • Responded quickly to emergency repair of highways.

K-9 Handler

U.S. State Department Dyn- Corp. Intl.
Irving , Texas
08.2007 - 12.2009

My duties were, but not limited to, the following:

  • Provided the training and care of the assigned canine.
  • Ensure the health and well-being of the K-9 through proper care, grooming and nutrition.
  • Conducted searches of open areas and regular training exercises to maintain the dog's readiness and proficiency.
  • Under contract with the U.S. State Department and assisted by the U.S. Army in rebuilding the Iraq Police Infrastructure with equipment, weapons and mentoring.
  • Assisted by U.S. Military was deployed to IRAQ under IRAQI Freedom.
  • Patrolled assigned areas with a bomb detention K-9
  • Searched building, vehicles, and roadsides in an attempt to locate explosive devices and ensure areas were safe for personnel.
  • Complete necessary paperwork and documentation related to the training and deployment of the K-9, per military regulations.
  • Conduct patrols to help detect and prevent crime.

Medical Prisoner Transport/Cell Block/K-9 Handler

U.S. Marshals Service
Riverside, Santa Ana And Los Angeles, CA
04.2005 - 08.2007

My duties were, but not limited to, the following:

  • Under the direction of the Deputy U.S. Marshal, I provided armed transportation escort for Federal Prisoners to various medical appointments and to various Federal Courts for scheduled appearances.
  • Conducting contraband cell sweeps.
  • Assisting in maintaining order in the cell block.
  • Prepared documentation required to transport prisoners and detainees.
  • Worked with Law Enforcement to locate potential explosive devices and firearms from entering Federal Court property.
  • Conduct regular training exercises to maintain the dog's readiness and proficiency.
  • Traveled to various Federal and Supreme Court Buildings.
  • Completed necessary paperwork and documentation related to the training and deployment of the K-9.
  • Conduct regular training exercises to maintain the dog's readiness and proficiency.

K-9 Handler

Interquest Detection Canines
Pasadena, CA
08.2001 - 04.2007
  • With Explosives Detection Dog, posted at major movie studios, amusement parks.
  • Inspected all trucks, mail, parcel post deliveries along with suspicious packages, containers, vehicles, and persons.
  • Continuous training and certifications with company trainers and law enforcement agencies.
  • Ensure the health and well-being of the K-9 through proper care, grooming, and nutrition.
  • Completed necessary paperwork and documentation related to deployment of the K-9.

Contract Security Manager

Inter-Con Security Systems, Inc.
Pasadena, CA
09.2004 - 02.2005

My duties were, but not limited to, the following:

  • Under the direction of the Hospital Security Director, I oversaw the daily operations of a 24/7 security operation at a major medical facility, which had approximately 75 Security Officers.
  • Drafted and implemented new policies, along with new performance standards.
  • Met on a regular basis with hospital directors to address security concerns.

Police Officer

San Marino Police Department
San Marino, CA
12.1989 - 04.2001

My duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

  • Organized crime scene investigation, collected evidence, and interviewed witnesses.
  • Responded to emergency calls for service and provided assistance as needed.
  • Prepared detailed reports on incidents and arrests made.
  • Conducted traffic stops in accordance with departmental protocol.
  • Maintained order during civil disturbances or protests.
  • Investigated suspicious persons or activities to determine if criminal activity was present.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to detect and prevent criminal activity.

1989 - 1996 Traffic Accident Investigator/Field Training Officer/DARE-Neighborhood Watch

  • Investigated motor vehicle accidents, collected evidence and interviewed witnesses to determine cause of accident.
  • Created detailed reports on the events leading up to the accident, including diagrams and photographs.
  • Observed physical evidence at scene of accident to determine fault or negligence.
  • Reviewed relevant documents such as driver's licenses, registration certificates, inspection forms and insurance policies for accuracy.
  • Interviewed drivers involved in accidents to gather facts about the incident.
  • Maintained accurate records of all investigations conducted.

Deputy Sheriff

San Diego Police Department
San Diego, CA
10.1983 - 06.1986

My duties were, but not limited to, the following:

  • Supervised the movement and welfare of prisoners.
  • Constantly maintained a high level of security to the prisoners.
  • Provided armed transportation and movement of prisoners in full restraints to various detention facilities within San Diego County.
  • Conduct patrols and security checks with the K-9.
  • Conduct random cell searches to detect illegal substances.
  • Wrote and filed incident and training reports.
  • Attending training with the K-9.
  • Provided care and maintained the health of the K-9.
  • Ensured the K-9 compliance with department policies and regulations
  • Assisted in apprehending suspects by deploying the K9 unit in a controlled manner when necessary.

Education

Basic Post - Law Enforcement

Basic Law Enforcement Academy
San Diego
06-1985

High School Diploma -

Pioneer High School
Whittier
06-1980

Skills

  • Defensive tactics training
  • Critical thinking abilities
  • Crime scene preservation
  • K9 Operations
  • Canine handling
  • Stress management techniques
  • First Aide for first responders
  • Arrest, Search and Searches
  • Arson/Bomb Investigations
  • Basis and Intermediate Traffic Investigations
  • Field training management
  • Report writing
  • Street Survival
  • Domestic violence training

Timeline

K-9 Handler

Impact K-9 Solutions
09.2022 - Current

State Maintenance Worker

State of California - Cal Trans
06.2011 - 04.2022

K-9 Handler

U.S. State Department Dyn- Corp. Intl.
08.2007 - 12.2009

Medical Prisoner Transport/Cell Block/K-9 Handler

U.S. Marshals Service
04.2005 - 08.2007

Contract Security Manager

Inter-Con Security Systems, Inc.
09.2004 - 02.2005

K-9 Handler

Interquest Detection Canines
08.2001 - 04.2007

Police Officer

San Marino Police Department
12.1989 - 04.2001

Deputy Sheriff

San Diego Police Department
10.1983 - 06.1986

Basic Post - Law Enforcement

Basic Law Enforcement Academy

High School Diploma -

Pioneer High School
Joe R. Lucero