Michael Hester

Work History

House Keeping

Great Escapes RV Center

Perrin, TX

03.2023 - Current

Sanitized and cleaned sinks, mirrors, toilets and showers.
Mixed water and detergents or acids to prepare cleaning solutions.
Practiced safe work habits and wore protective safety equipment.
Performed periodic deep cleaning tasks in order to maintain high hygiene standards.

Senior Officer Specialist

Department of Justice

Fort Worth, TX

04.1992 - 10.2016

Ensured compliance with federal, state and local laws governing corrections operations.
Inspected cells to ensure that all rules and regulations pertaining to living conditions were met.
Conducted investigations into reported incidents of misconduct or criminal activity among inmates.
Monitored CCTV systems for suspicious activity and responded accordingly.
Maintained records of inmate movement within the facility as well as outside visits or transfers.
Conducted searches of staff members, visitors and inmates upon entry and exit from the facility.
Intervened in situations involving physical altercations between inmates or between inmates and staff members.
Assisted medical personnel during emergency medical situations involving inmates.
Collaborated with other departments such as Human Resources, Maintenance, Food Services and Administration on various projects.
Diffused disruptive behavior by verbal interventions.
Monitored inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
Communicated information regarding security, safety and operations through chain of command.
Received and inspected mail and property from visitors on behalf of designated inmates.
Prepared written reports concerning inmate's misconduct.
Searched building and grounds, living quarters and work areas for contraband.
Issued security badges and passes to guests and visitors.
Coordinated shakedowns to locate and remove unauthorized items.
Conducted fire, safety and sanitation inspections.
Maintained order in building and on grounds of prison.
Notified medical staff of inmates requiring medical attention and submitted proper incident reports.
Inspected conditions of locks, window bars and doors at correctional facilities to verify security and prevent escapes.
Settled disputes between inmates.
Inspected locks, window bars, doors and security systems to support escape prevention.
Oversaw facility operations when monitoring laundry services, meal preparation and service, prisoner escorting and video surveillance.

Correctional Officer

Alabama Department Of Corrections

Athens, AL

09.1990 - 04.1992

Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and prison grounds to detect contraband or illegal activities.
Maintained order in the prison by monitoring inmate behavior and intervening when necessary.
Enforced prison rules and regulations while maintaining a safe environment for inmates and staff.
Responded to emergency situations such as riots or disturbances with appropriate force measures.
Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
Provided guidance and counseling services to help inmates adjust to their new environment and develop life skills needed upon release from prison.
Conducted regular cell inspections looking for evidence of drug use or other prohibited items that could pose a threat to security.

Heavy Equipment Operator

U.S. Air Force Active Duty

Little Rock, AR

11.1985 - 11.1989

Operated multiple pieces of heavy equipment in a safe and efficient manner to excavate land for construction projects.
Transported materials from one site to another using off-road vehicles.
Maintained detailed records of hours worked, materials used, and completed jobs.
Loaded and unloaded trucks with construction materials such as gravel, sand, and asphalt.
Performed routine inspections on all heavy machinery prior to use.
Followed safety protocols while operating machinery in order to avoid accidents or injuries.
Followed safety regulations while operating equipment to achieve safe conduct.
Operated front end loader to move dirt and different base materials.
Loaded and offloaded rocks, debris and other materials from heavy equipment.
Transported materials around construction sites to work locations.
Identified hazardous materials on job sites and took action to mitigate and enhance safety.
Loaded and moved dirt, rocks, equipment and materials.
Positioned or moved loads in response to hand or audio signals from crew members.
Operated equipment to remove debris, snow or other equipment from streets and work areas.
Operated compactors, scrapers or rollers to level and compact refuse at disposal grounds.
Adjusted throttles, switches and pedals to operate bulldozers, trench excavators, road graders or backhoes.
Adjusted handwheels and depressed pedals to control blades, buckets and scrapers.

Grocery Stocker

Win Dixie Supermarket

Hamilton, AL

01.1983 - 06.1985

Maintained a clean and organized work area to ensure maximum efficiency in stocking shelves.
Rotated and faced product displays for optimal visual appeal.
Assisted customers in locating desired items within the store.
Restocked shelves after each customer purchase for optimal display presentation.
Cleaned up spills promptly using proper safety procedures and equipment provided by the store.
Responded quickly to any customer inquiries or complaints regarding stocked items.
Reported any damaged goods or out-of-date items immediately to management personnel.
Identified and quickly handled spill clean-up.
Pushed carts and loaded customer purchases into vehicles.
Faced products on shelves and displays to meet company policies.
Lifted materials of varied weights on regular basis.
Maintained neat, safe and orderly workspace to prevent accidents and injuries.
Assisted customers by locating items and loading heavy purchases in vehicles.
Greeted customers and retrieved requested products to drive satisfaction.
Moved and rebuilt shelves, racks and displays to increase visibility of merchandise.
Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for optimal productivity and worker safety.

Summary

Overview

Work History

House Keeping

Senior Officer Specialist

Correctional Officer

Heavy Equipment Operator

Grocery Stocker

Education

High School Diploma -

Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice

Some College (No Degree) - Criminal Justice

Some College (No Degree) - Police Science

Skills

Affiliations

Languages

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