Luis Meza
Vision Quest, Youth Services
Douglas,AZ
14
years of professional experience
Hardworking effective in detention center operations support and inmate management. Trained to fulfill multiple security and administrative roles. Follows protocols consistently for protection of personnel and inmate.Attentive Detention Officer bringing solid record of success in controlling inmate behavior both on- and off-premises. Uses hand-to-hand techniques and less-lethal weaponry to handle emergency situations.Trained in emergency response and thorough in monitoring individuals and maintaining security.
Work History
U Haul Truck Driver
4 Months- Operated haul trucks safely across open-pit routes, following mine traffic and haulage procedures.
- Performed pre-operation inspections, identifying mechanical issues before equipment entered production.
- Coordinated with dispatch and shovel operators to maintain steady ore and waste movement.
- Monitored road conditions and adjusted driving practices to support safe, efficient hauling.
- Reported equipment defects, hazards, and production delays using established mine communication channels.
- Maintained clean cabs and organized work areas to support operational readiness and safety compliance.
Youth Care Worker - Transportation Specialist
3 Years 11 Months- Assisted in developing and implementing behavior management strategies with youth in care.
- Assisted youths in developing personal goals and plans for future independence.
- Maintained confidentiality through stringent handling of charts and data.
- Transported childs with their families.
- Work and coordinated night shift
- Making sure all youth all safe and secured.
Juvenile Detention Officer
2 Years 3 Months- My duties in Detention completing screening on Youth for detainment
- Transportation and safety is another duty
- Monitored prisoner transport vehicles for signs of unrest during transit and loading or unloading procedures
- Responded to emergency situations to in control
- Coordinated secure and safe visitation between inmates and personal contacts
- Maintained inmate custody and security throughout correctional facility, in courthouse, and during transportation
- Observed inmates continuously to maintain safety and enforce facility rules
- Followed the proper procedures at all times to protect both inmates and staff
- Inspected conditions of locks, window bars, grills, doors, and gates at correctional facilities to ensure security and help prevent escapes
Automotive Technician
4 Years 4 Months- Mentored and guided less skilled technicians on complicated repairs
- Completed with established safety practices and procedures, working safely and disposing of hazardous materials using correct procedures
- Performed maintenance and oil changes, multi-point vehicle inspections, and vehicle maintenance related operations
- Collected information from customers about their current vehicle problems and work to be performed
- Protected customer's vehicle with floor mats and seat and steering wheel covers
- Verified safe and efficient equipment operation in line with manufacturer standards
Manager
2 Years 11 Months- Managed performance of team members, conducted performance appraisals, and recommended promotions
- Held associates accountable for meeting established operational guidelines, brand standards, customer service expectations, and company policies
- Established clear objectives and set policies to achieve targets with minimal waste and expenditures
- Improved employee skills, increased team value, and cultivated leadership potential
- Managed employee performance through disciplining, coaching, and counseling
- Coordinated resources and schedules to meet targets and adhere to deadlines
- Performed facility checks to verify cleanliness and client safety
- Communicated policy updates to department, answered questions, and monitored compliance
- Improved team member performance through motivation and training
Education
High School Diploma
Skills
Emergency response
Inmate monitoring
Secure exits
Escort prisoners
Coordinate transfers
Monitor inmates
Search cells
Maintain records
Teamwork
Organization
[Equipment] operation
Gate control
Prisoner escort
Perimeter guarding
Door management
Timeline
U Haul Truck Driver
Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold
06.2026 - CurrentRead More
Youth Care Worker - Transportation Specialist
Vision Quest, Youth Services
11.2022 - CurrentRead More
Juvenile Detention Officer
Sierra Vista
12.2019 - 03.2022Read More
Automotive Technician
Walmart
08.2015 - 12.2019Read More
Manager
Mcdonalds
08.2012 - 07.2015Read More
Raul Castro Ppep Tec Highschool
High School Diploma
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