Joshua Avila
Kent,WA
Summary
Security-focused and diligent Guard skilled at protecting personnel and premises. Responds and acts appropriately to situational assessments, including criminal acts and fire and medical emergencies remaining alert, attentive and vigilant at all times. Anticipates trouble and takes steps to intervene and diffuse using keen eye for detail.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Strategic Security Corp-Armed Security Officer
Tacoma, WA
09.2023 - Current
- Welcome customers, guests, shoppers, victims, customers, associates, tenants in a warm, gracious manner inviting them into the location
- Proactively scan for potential threats stemming from criminal activity or life safety issues
- Watch for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards
- Sound alarms or calls police or fire department in case of fire or presence of unauthorized persons
- Identify and warn violators of rule infractions, such as loitering, smoking or carrying forbidden articles
- Investigate and prepares reports on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities; maintain written logs as required by the post
- Liaison with local law enforcement
- Assist with basic first aid
- Make emergency notifications
- Perform security patrols of designated areas on foot or in vehicle.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
Police Officer
Department Of Navy
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Provide security and physical protection for servicemembers
- Train fellow Sailors in security and shore patrol duties
- Serve as a security advisor for your squadron
- Assist in crowd control and riot prevention
- Operate military prisons (brigs) aboard ships and on shore
- Handle and care for dogs that detect narcotics and explosives
- Conduct waterborne security patrol and interdiction operations
- Provide protective service to high-ranking dignitaries and government officials
- Conduct preliminary investigations into Uniform Code of Military Justice violations
- Conduct crime prevention programs.
Security Officer
Seattle Children's Hospital
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Provided a safe environment by maintaining a physical presence, identifying, reporting and documenting hazards and concerns, conducting active security/environmental assessments, screening visitors, utilizing non-violent crisis intervention methods to de-escalate disruptive individuals
- Additionally, responded to requests for service, Code calls, emergencies and disasters
- Provided and support the Hospital's delivery of superior family-centered patient care, Research's advancement of new discoveries and pediatric treatments and the Foundation's charitable donor programs, boutiques and events
- Responsible for identifying, documenting and communicating safety and risk issues that may impact the operation and reputation of the organization.
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
02.2023 - 06.2023
- Provided customer service to our clients by carrying out safety and security procedures, site-specific policies and when appropriate, emergency response activities
- Responded to incidents and critical situations in a calm, problem-solving manner
- Conducted regular and random patrols around the business and perimeter
- Working environments and conditions may vary by client site.
Transit Protection Property Agent
New York City Transit Authority
06.2022 - 02.2023
- Performed routine security work in the surveillance and monitoring of MTA New York City Transit buildings, train yards, bus depots, and adjacent grounds, identifying suspicious behaviors and circumstances that may pose a security threat
- Prevented unauthorized persons, vehicles or materials from entering and exiting MTA New York City Transit
- Maintained vehicle parking access control; make written reports; operate surveillance and intrusion detection equipment; operate visitor management equipment; drive a motor vehicle.
Messenger
Brinks Incorporated
01.2022 - 03.2022
- Guarded and maintained the safety and security of our employees, armored truck, and liability always
- Delivered or pick up valuables at customer locations
- Dispatched personnel to ensure successful transactions
- Remained alert and always prepared, not only protecting the crew or premises against attack but also watching for accidents that could result in a loss
- Reconciled customer deposits and receipts of all valuables handled during daily business
- Followed all applicable procedures, policies, and regulations relating to the safe and lawful carrying, handling, care, security, and use of firearms
- Provided excellent customer service
- Guard liability and assets.
Armed Security Guard
Alante Security Group Inc.
06.2016 - 03.2021
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property; monitoring surveillance equipment; inspecting buildings, equipment, and access points; permitting entry
- Completed reports by recording observations, information, occurrences, and surveillance activities; interviewing witnesses; obtaining signatures
- Ensured the operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; evaluating new equipment and techniques
- Wrote detailed reports regarding daily security activities and notable incidents.
Security Officer
Quality Protection Services
09.2014 - 06.2016
- Commercial and Residential Security
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitored surveillance equipment
- Inspected buildings, equipment, and access points
- Permitted entry to Access Points and Escorted individuals to restricted areas.
Education
High School Diploma -
Grover Cleveland High School
Queens, NY06.2009
Skills
- Vigilant and watchful
- Premises surveillance
- Security procedures knowledge
- Firearms expertise
- First aid certified
- Reliability
- Reliable and trustworthy
- Flexible
- Accident Scene Documentation
Licenses Certificates Training
- Licensed Armed Guard, Washington, 06/07/24
- Concealed Pistol License, 10/05/2028
- FEMA: IS-800.D
- FEMA: IS-200.C
- FEMA: IS-700.B
- FEMA: IS-100.C
- M18 Service Pistol Certificate
- Level 1 Antiterrorism Awareness Certificate
- Navy Active Shooter Course certificate
- Security Guard Training Certificate 16hrs
- Security Guard Training Certificate 8hrs
- Security Guard Training Certificate Fire Guard Exam F-00 4hrs
- Armed Security Guard Training Certificate 34hrs
Timeline
Police Officer
Department Of Navy
10.2023 - 01.2024
Strategic Security Corp-Armed Security Officer
Tacoma, WA
09.2023 - Current
Security Officer
Seattle Children's Hospital
08.2023 - 11.2023
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
02.2023 - 06.2023
Transit Protection Property Agent
New York City Transit Authority
06.2022 - 02.2023
Messenger
Brinks Incorporated
01.2022 - 03.2022
Armed Security Guard
Alante Security Group Inc.
06.2016 - 03.2021
Security Officer
Quality Protection Services
09.2014 - 06.2016
High School Diploma -
Grover Cleveland High School
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