Justin Cook
Athens,TX
Summary
Watchful firefighter offers fire suppression, safety standard enforcement and equipment maintenance expertise paired with outstanding communication and multitasking abilities. Resourceful and passionate professional with several years of comprehensive experience responding to fire and other emergency services in local area. Knowledge of first aid and cpr methods.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Detention Officer
Henderson county Sheriffs office
Athens, TX
06.2023 - Current
- Assisted in the intake of new inmates, ensuring all necessary paperwork was completed and filed correctly.
- Supervised inmates during recreational activities, providing guidance when needed.
- Monitored inmate behavior to ensure compliance with facility regulations and procedures.
- Conducted searches of cells for contraband items such as drugs, weapons or other prohibited materials.
- Provided support and assistance to fellow officers during emergency situations.
- Maintained records of incident reports and daily logs to document inmate activity.
- Enforced disciplinary action when appropriate according to established guidelines.
- Performed administrative duties such as filing, data entry, mail sorting and answering telephones.
- Investigated disturbances within the facility and reported findings to supervisors.
- Escorted inmates from one area of the detention center to another safely and securely.
- Served meals in a timely manner while enforcing mealtime regulations for inmates.
- Patrolled areas within the detention center on foot or by vehicle to monitor security levels.
- Responded quickly and effectively to any medical emergencies that arose within the facility.
- Counseled inmates regarding their rights, privileges, rules and regulations of the facility.
- Participated in training sessions designed to improve job performance or learn new techniques.
- Conducted regular safety inspections of all equipment used by staff members or inmates.
- Adhered strictly to all laws pertaining to detentions facilities while maintaining professional conduct at all times.
- Followed daily routine schedule and took head counts of all inmates in assigned cell block.
- Exercised independent and sound judgment in enforcing proper inmate behavior and responding to incidents.
- Performed searches of people, vehicles, mail items and dormitories.
- Subdued and restrained resisting inmates using hands and feet while employing defensive tactics and approved non-lethal weapons.
- Transported and escorted inmates to hospitals, court and other institutions.
- Conducted inmate and detention facility visual surveillance to identify and subdue unrest.
- Performed basic first aid procedures and cardiopulmonary resuscitation on unconscious inmates and officers.
Cook
Cillis Builders
Athens, TX
01.2023 - 06.2024
- Prepared meals according to recipes and menus, adjusted ingredients and cooking times accordingly.
- Adhered to food safety standards when storing and preparing foods.
- Cleaned kitchen equipment, surfaces, utensils and dishes.
Printer
Clear film printing
Kaufman, TX
08.2022 - 09.2023
- Performed routine maintenance and cleaning of printers to ensure optimal performance.
- Adjusted printer settings to accommodate different paper types, sizes, and colors.
- Troubleshot and resolved printer hardware and software issues.
Volunteer Firefighter
Payne springs fire & Rescue
Mabank, TX
08.2014 - 10.2017
- Assisted in the operation of fire suppression equipment, such as hoses, nozzles and ladders.
- Inspected and maintained firefighting gear to ensure proper functioning.
- Responded quickly to emergency calls, providing medical aid where necessary.
- Participated in regular drills and training sessions to keep skills up-to-date.
- Provided support during hazardous material incidents, including cleaning up spills and containing the area.
- Developed strategies for containment of fires based on environmental factors such as wind direction and fuel sources.
- Monitored weather conditions to determine potential risks from lightning strikes or other natural disasters.
- Communicated with other members of the team to coordinate activities at a scene.
- Maintained records of incident reports, vehicle maintenance logs and call logs.
- Attended community events to provide information on fire safety awareness initiatives.
- Collaborated with local government agencies to develop new policies related to disaster preparedness.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mabank High School
Mabank, TX06-2015
Skills
- Defensive techniques
- Facility monitoring
- Emergency Response
- Crisis Management
- Medical emergencies
- Inmate Supervision
- Restraint Techniques
- Security Procedures
- File Maintenance
- Public Safety
- Incident Reporting
- Medical Response
- Conditions assessment
- Fire Control
- Weather condition assessment
- Alarm response
- Ladder operation
- Community Education
- Secure zone transportation
- Fire suppression work
- Apparatus maintenance
- Public assistance and support
- Water and chemical streams
- Fire suppression tactics
- Burning Building Entry Tactics
- Emergency Response Procedures
- Fire Suppression Techniques
- Emergency Management
- Facility and equipment maintenance
- Emergency medical treatment
- Equipment maintenance and repair
- First Aid Certified
- CPR Certified
Affiliations
- Family time
- Spending tim with my loving wife and son and our animals
Certification
- CPR certified from the jail
- First aid
Timeline
Detention Officer
Henderson county Sheriffs office
06.2023 - Current
Cook
Cillis Builders
01.2023 - 06.2024
Printer
Clear film printing
08.2022 - 09.2023
Volunteer Firefighter
Payne springs fire & Rescue
08.2014 - 10.2017
High School Diploma -
Mabank High School
Similar Profiles
Alexandra ArmeyAlexandra Armey
Deputy Sheriff, Road Patrol at Robertson County Sheriffs OfficeDeputy Sheriff, Road Patrol at Robertson County Sheriffs Office
Logan PayneLogan Payne
School Resource Officer at Alexander County Sheriffs OfficeSchool Resource Officer at Alexander County Sheriffs Office
Linda HancockLinda Hancock
Quality Assurance Supervisor at ST. Johns County Sheriffs OfficeQuality Assurance Supervisor at ST. Johns County Sheriffs Office
Kevin WorkKevin Work
Plumbing Technician at Joey Ridgle Septic & SanitationPlumbing Technician at Joey Ridgle Septic & Sanitation
Casie GuytonCasie Guyton
Behavior Technician at Action Behavior CentersBehavior Technician at Action Behavior Centers