Derek Case
San Tan Valley,AZ
Summary
Responsible Technician with excellent troubleshooting, customer service and analytics skills coupled with more than 15 years of experience. Highly effective in complying with safety requirements evidenced by zero work loss days. Broad skills in maintenance and bench builds. Experienced in being a committed Correctional Officer skilled in maintaining order by enforcing rules and regulations in prison and jail settings. Handles difficult inmates and high-pressure situations with sound judgment and reasoned thinking demonstrated over 4 year industry history.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
General Labor Construction Worker
Steele Painting and Design
06.2024 - Current
- Utilized hammers, saws, squares, levels, and fastening devices to complete projects.
- Maintained clean, organized worksites to promote a safe working environment and minimize hazards.
- Collaborated with team members to complete challenging tasks, demonstrating strong problem-solving abilities.
- Promoted a positive work culture amongst peers by fostering teamwork, mutual respect, open communication channels within the team dynamic.
- Assisted in ensuring accurate measurements and proper material usage for optimal resource management on projects.
- Gathered waste and trash from job sites for placement in refuse containers to keep job sites clean and organized.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Played a key role in the completion of numerous successful construction projects by effectively working with team members, supervisors, and clients alike.
- Contributed to a safer work environment by identifying potential hazards and promptly addressing them before they escalated into more significant issues.
Corrections Officer
GILA RIVER INDIAN COMMUNITY
10.2021 - 06.2024
- Firearms Instructor, Transport Officer, ERTT member (Emergency Response Tactical Team), armorer, sniper and less lethal instructor.
- Hazardous material and blood borne pantheon training.
- Chemical Agent training.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Test Lab Technician 2/Environmental technician
Daicel Safety Systems America
11.2019 - 10.2021
- Assemble and test product per customer needs, blueprints, electrical schematics, specs, and company SOP's
- Assist with environmental testing as well as trouble shooting when needed
- As the environmental/test lab technician 2 I had to make sure all materials called out on the BOM (Build of Materials) were pulled properly and recorded properly, so they could be recorded on the correct PO (Purchase Order)
- Use of soldering tools in order to attach wires to products that needed testing
- Annual training for hazardous material handle was completed, as well as basic first aid
- Maintained documentation on tests performed in lab.
- Maintained a safe and organized laboratory environment, adhering to strict safety protocols.
- Maintained safe, tidy and organized laboratory environment for accurate test results.
- Conducted routine quality control checks to ensure accurate test results and maintain laboratory standards.
Adjustment Technician Level 3/Install Quality
Intel
01.2019 - 11.2019
- Adjust and maintain the Power supply panels (PSP), Electrical boxes, and Mother boards for the Overhead Vehicles (OHV) for Intel.
- Help to verify the track system is set up properly for the OHV to run smoothly through them.
- Basic knowledge of both electrical testing equipment, hand tools and torque tools.
- Required to be able to install equipment using blueprints and wiring diagrams provided, while working with other trades and customer personnel to complete the tasks at hand.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Trained new technicians on standard operating procedures, ensuring consistency across the team.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Completed complex repairs quickly by leveraging strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.
Service Technician
Terminix
09.2018 - 01.2019
- Provide all information to the customers about the products used, and how to handle them
- Chemical applications often occurred in confined spaces, which called for different forms of PPE and application techniques
- Hazardous material handling
- Diagnosed and troubleshot problems as they arise.
- Chemical applications training
- Respirator training
- Explained diagnostic findings to customers and outlined repair or service options.
- Responded to customer inquiries quickly and professionally to increase satisfaction.
- Follow state and federal laws for use of all supplied chemicals
Detention Officer
Gila River DRS
09.2016 - 08.2018
- Trained on how to use multiple less than lethal uses of force options such as the ASP Baton, Taser, OC, and handle with care/defensive tactics
- Held multiple positions such as SMP Officer (Special Management Program) for juveniles, Court transportation Officer, and I have worked on outside Work Crew
- While working as a SMP Officer I was tasked with creating case plans weekly for troubled Juveniles who were in lockdown
- Crisis prevention/Suicide prevention training - Biannually
- Hazardous material/blood borne pathogens training - Annually
- Responded swiftly to emergency situations with appropriate use of force when necessary to protect both inmates'' well-being and facility security.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations and provided medical aid.
- Processed inmates by taking photographs and fingerprints.
- Improved facility safety by performing thorough inspections of cells, common areas, and property for contraband or damage.
Mechanical Technician
Orbital ATK
03.2007 - 09.2016
- Required to be able to read prints, electrical schematics, and instructions in order to complete the project, while also filling out all the proper paperwork.
- In order to perform the tasks given I was also required to use wire crimp tools, hand tools, power tools, and torque tools.
- I was also trained to use heavy machinery such as large forklifts and overhead cranes.
- Due to the sensitive nature of most projects being worked on I was also required to hold a security clearance and had to maintain it.
- Due to everything being built falling under a government contract I had to make sure all materials being handled were recorded properly and matched what was called for on the blueprints or BOM list (Build of Materials).
- If we did not have an item available we were to follow a process with engineering to allow for a substitute item or order the proper one.
- Resolved mechanical issues using both technical and manual skills.
- Assembled and disassembled equipment to perform repairs and maintenance.
- Frequently diagnosed mechanical problems and determined how to correct issues.
- Maintained clean and organized work area to easily locate repairing tools and equipment.
Education
Associate of Applied Science -
Maricopa Community Colleges, Mesa Community College
Mesa, AZ05.2014
Skills
Inmate Supervision
Emergency Response
Security Procedures
Verbal Communication
Integrity and Honesty
Crisis Management
Emergency Management
Trained in defensive tactics
Records Management
Coaching abilities
Observation
Conflict resolution skills
Attention to Detail
Positive Attitude
Works Well Under Pressure
Hand-tool proficiency
Heavy Equipment Operation
Carpentry Abilities
Landscaping experience
Personal Information
- Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
- Authorized To Work: US for any employer
Timeline
General Labor Construction Worker
Steele Painting and Design
06.2024 - Current
Corrections Officer
GILA RIVER INDIAN COMMUNITY
10.2021 - 06.2024
Test Lab Technician 2/Environmental technician
Daicel Safety Systems America
11.2019 - 10.2021
Adjustment Technician Level 3/Install Quality
Intel
01.2019 - 11.2019
Service Technician
Terminix
09.2018 - 01.2019
Detention Officer
Gila River DRS
09.2016 - 08.2018
Mechanical Technician
Orbital ATK
03.2007 - 09.2016
Associate of Applied Science -
Maricopa Community Colleges, Mesa Community College
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