Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Correctional Officer with history of exercising sound judgment and reasoned thinking during crisis events. Develops strong rapport with prisoners and colleagues. Excellent command of detention center safety, security and emergency management protocols. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Officer
Utah Department Of Corrections
01.2023 - Current
Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
Assisted medical staff in distributing medications to inmates efficiently while securely handling sensitive materials.
Demonstrated cultural sensitivity when interacting with diverse populations within the correctional setting, promoting an inclusive environment for all individuals present.
Supported mental health initiatives for inmates by connecting them with appropriate resources and services within the facility.
Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
Coordinated with other law enforcement personnel to exchange information.
Administered drug tests to inmates.
Reduced inmate altercations through proactive conflict resolution strategies.
Contributed to policy development, ensuring alignment with best practices in corrections management.
Plumber Pipefitter Pipe Welder
Local 140
07.2021 - 12.2022
Installed and replaced water heaters, drain pipes and water supply lines.
Followed relevant codes, regulations and safety techniques.
Tested piping systems with water and air pressure to maintain balance and accuracy.
Installed and repaired gas lines and hot and cold water lines.
Performed pipe fabrication, installation and fitting according to proper specifications.
Maintained tools and equipment to keep supplies in excellent working condition.
Cut openings in walls and floors to accommodate pipe and pipe fittings.
Identified and located required tools prior to starting each project.
Cut and beveled piping using cutting torches, saws and threading machines.
Studied blueprints and inspected structures to assess material and equipment needs, pipe installation sequence and installation around possible obstructions.
Installed and extended underground storm, sanitation and water piping systems to connect fixtures and plumbing.
Communicated with customers regarding recommendations on repairs, replacements and upgrades of plumbing equipment.
Performed emergency on-call work hours during evening, weekends and some holidays.
Completed walk-throughs of completed systems to verify code adherence.
Created and submitted daily reports on progress of plumbing projects.
Supervised staff and evaluated work performance.
Hoisted loads using slings, chains, shackles, hooks, cables and other rigging equipment.
Located and repaired leaks in water supply lines.
Assisted with troubleshooting and used alternative methods in emergency situations.
Studied building plans and other materials to determine work aids required and proper installation sequences.
Recommended measures to improve maintenance methods and equipment performance.
Assembled and installed metal and nonmetal valves, pipe fittings and pipes.
Cut and fit pipes to established measurements.
Tested plumbing systems to locate leaks, malfunctions and repair needs.
Sheet Metal Worker
Local 312
03.2021 - 06.2021
Fabricated and altered parts with metal hammers, punches, drills and shears.
Used power tools to grind, sand and polish metals, plastics and wood products.
Verified product quality by checking products for accuracy and completing necessary adjustments.
Interpreted blueprints and schematics to determine duct placement.
Performed finishes by trimming and deburring to create smooth surfaces and joints of assembled parts.
Achieved maximum efficiency by working with large crews to install ductwork in existing and new builds.
Prepared metals for industrial processes by cleaning, degreasing and removing impurities from raw materials.
Observed safety practices and procedures to maintain safe and clean work environment.
Cut, shaped and bent metal plates, sheets, tubes and structures.
Examined materials during processing to verify cut accuracy and worker skill.
Operated drill presses, milling machines, rivet and hardware presses safely and correctly.
Shaped and straightened twisted metal items to correct damage and restore ideal appearances.
Bent, fitted and brazed pipes according to precise specifications.
Maintained strict quality requirements using scales, calipers and micrometers.
Forklift Operator
Amcor Masonry
02.2020 - 03.2021
Maneuvered forklift over and around loaded pallets, boxes and other materials.
Maintained current forklift training and certification as required by company policies.
Unloaded incoming items from trucks and rail cars and transported materials to staging area.
Transported material to correct locations and documented inventory changes.
Inspected lifts before use to prevent damage to goods.
Picked up warehouse debris and deposited waste into appropriate piles and stacked baled trash.
Operated power material handling equipment to accurately select and palletize loads.
Used handheld scanners for warehouse management system compliance.
Tied and secured loads to prevent shifting or damage to items.
Packaged, labeled and tagged goods before transfer.
Marked prices on merchandise signs and labels following current system prices.
Checked shipments for damaged or incorrect items.
Maintained yard appearance, keeping ground clean and clear.
Communicated with supervisor and other warehouse staff to coordinate work.
Prepared finished stock for shipment by identifying, pulling and packing product.
Tracked materials moved for stocking purposes and to complete logs for management.
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
12.2019 - 01.2020
Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
Followed established security and safety procedures and posted orders to include enforcement of company rules, policies and regulations.
Secured personnel and premises by inspecting buildings and patrolling property.
Enforced security regulations and escorted non-compliant individuals to private areas for processing.
Checked footage and live feeds from surveillance cameras for trespassers and criminal activity.
Inspected parking lot to verify parking permits and ticketed or towed unauthorized vehicles.
Searched individuals and baggage for weapons and other prohibited items.
Verified photo IDs and tickets to allow guests passage.
Addressed problems quickly and reported clear information while working under minimal supervision.
Observed patrons and customers to quickly address security situations.
Responded to accidents and administered first aid to individuals.
Reported safety hazards for remediation response.
Safeguarded entrances using scanning equipment to keep lines moving.
Labor Worker
Miller Paving inc
08.2019 - 10.2019
Collected and removed debris from work sites to maintain team productivity and minimize safety hazards.
Assisted distribution of tools, materials and equipment to skilled workers.
Utilized two-way radios and hand signals to coordinate communication between equipment operators.
Signaled equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement or adjustment of machinery and equipment.
Set up equipment to maintain worksite productivity.
Used laser measuring tools to calculate lengths, widths and heights.
Controlled traffic to protect work site integrity, crew safety and general public welfare.
Liaised with other workers to perform duties, responsibilities and tasks, advancing objectives.
Developed and established professional working relationships with staff from various levels both within and outside department.
Labor Worker
Acme Construction
06.2019 - 07.2019
Assisted distribution of tools, materials and equipment to skilled workers.
Used laser measuring tools to calculate lengths, widths and heights.
Developed and established professional working relationships with staff from various levels both within and outside department.
Attended regularly scheduled safety meetings and upheld protocol for lasting compliance and workplace health.
Loaded and unloaded materials onto or from pallets, trays, racks and shelves by hand.
Package Handler
UPS
09.2018 - 05.2019
Assisted in loading delivery trucks with prepared packages.
Palletized boxes to increase movement and shipment efficiency.
Picked products using RF scanner to fill orders.
Loaded completed orders on pallets according to delivery numbers.
Protected company inventory by maintaining and organizing storage areas.
Tracked parcel movement using hand-held scanners and daily production sheets to keep records accurate.
Education
Some College (No Degree) -
Utah Career Center
Salt Lake City, UT
High School Diploma -
Cyprus High School
Magna, UT
05.2019
Skills
ISO Drawing Interpretation
Custom Plumbing Systems Specialist
Quality Production
Basic Math Aptitude
Plumbing Fixture Installation
Drainage Systems Repair
Verbal and Written Communication
Heavy Lifting
OSHA Compliance
Team Building
Hand and Power Tool Operation
First Aid Training
Emergency Response
De-Escalation Techniques
Conflict resolution skills
Mental health awareness
Restraint Techniques
Self-defense tactics
Crisis Management
Crisis intervention training
Firearm operations trained
State and federal laws knowledge
Physical Fitness
Problem-Solving
Conflict Resolution
Prisoner Transport
Reliability
Spanish Fluency
Active Listening
Team building
Physical Fitness
Problem-Solving
Conflict Resolution
Weapons training
Prisoner Transport
Firearm Safety
Reliability
Active Listening
Team building
Accomplishments
Achieved helping new staff be knowable through effectively helping with keeping tract of Gps monitors.
Used Microsoft Excel to keep tract inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Helped the residents at the half way house by making the center a lot better and getting them involved with center activities.
Certification
Certified Correctional officer , Utah department of corrections - January, 3 2023
Certified Crisis intervention team (CIT) March 15 2024
Certified Forklift Certified, Amcor - April 10, 2020
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Interests
Cooking
DIY and Home Improvement
Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
Enjoy hobbies that combine physical activity with outdoor exploration
Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
Hiking
Camping
Team Sports
Music
Gym Workouts
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Utah Department Of Corrections
01.2023 - Current
Plumber Pipefitter Pipe Welder
Local 140
07.2021 - 12.2022
Sheet Metal Worker
Local 312
03.2021 - 06.2021
Forklift Operator
Amcor Masonry
02.2020 - 03.2021
Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
12.2019 - 01.2020
Labor Worker
Miller Paving inc
08.2019 - 10.2019
Labor Worker
Acme Construction
06.2019 - 07.2019
Package Handler
UPS
09.2018 - 05.2019
High School Diploma -
Cyprus High School
Certified Correctional officer , Utah department of corrections - January, 3 2023
Certified Crisis intervention team (CIT) March 15 2024
Certified Forklift Certified, Amcor - April 10, 2020
Some College (No Degree) -
Utah Career Center
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