Nathan Carroll
Jonesville,VA
Summary
With a proven track record at USP Lee, I excel in facility security and emergency response, showcasing strong verbal communication and inmate supervision skills. My experience spans corrections, landscaping, and construction, where I've significantly enhanced safety and efficiency. I bring a unique blend of observation acuity and restraint techniques, driving positive outcomes in high-stakes environments.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Corrections Officer
USP Lee
05.2020 - Current
- Enhanced facility safety by conducting thorough security checks and monitoring inmate activities.
- Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
- Reduced inmate altercations by maintaining consistent enforcement of rules and regulations.
- Supported successful emergency response efforts by participating in regular drills and training exercises.
- Maintained safety and security of staff and public by applying defensive techniques and physical restraints.
- Effectively interacted with staff, offenders, visitors and public to maintain security within facility.
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Prevented contraband introduction through diligent cell searches and visitor screenings.
- Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility.
- Monitored radio transmissions between staff to respond immediately to directions and emergencies.
- Routinely counted inmates and in response to potential security breaches.
- Contributed to ongoing efforts aimed at improving the overall quality and effectiveness of correctional services through participation in department-wide audits, inspections, or policy review processes.
Lawn Maintenance/Landscaper
Self
03.2010 - Current
- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Performed planting, watering, mulching, and edging of lawns.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Used trimmers and chainsaws for grounds maintenance, brush clearing, and tree removal and thinning.
- Cultivated and replanted trees and plants to maintain landscaping areas.
- Operated landscaping equipment with focus on safety and machine longevity.
- Performed seasonal maintenance tasks such as pruning, aeration, fertilization, and mulching to promote plant health and longevity.
- Implemented efficient scheduling practices for timely completion of projects, resulting in increased client referrals.
- Removed tree stumps, roots and debris for cohesive landscape appearance.
- Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
- Prepared soil for planting and sowing.
- Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
- Maintained gardening tools by replacing blades and fluids.
- Applied fertilizers and pesticides to outdoor areas according to safety standards.
- Inspected gardens for pests, weeds and diseases.
Farm Laborer
Self
06.2002 - Current
- Operated farm equipment such as tractors and trucks with extreme care and precision.
- Supported animal welfare by providing proper care, feeding, and living conditions for livestock.
- Cultivated soil, sowed crops, and controlled weeds by slashing or chemical spraying.
- Checked farmland for issues in need of attention, such as fences to mend and broken pipes to fix.
- Built and mended fencing to prevent stock from straying, divide land and improve organization.
- Watered plants during growing seasons and closely monitored crops for growth progress or issues.
- Improved farm efficiency through proper maintenance of farm equipment and machinery.
- Operated tractors and self-propelled machinery to plow and fertilize soil.
- Contributed to overall farm cleanliness by regularly removing debris from fields following harvests.
- Safely operated heavy machinery such as tractors, harvesters, and tillers to cultivate land for planting new crops.
- Reduced waste by effectively managing resources such as water, fertilizer, and pesticides.
- Implemented pest control measures while adhering to regulations regarding pesticide use and disposal methods.
- Weeded gardens with garden forks, hoes and trowels, regularly using mulch mixed in with pre-emergent to prevent weeds from germinating.
- Trained new laborers in best practices for planting, cultivating, and harvesting crops on the farm.
- Protected long-term soil health through implementation of crop rotation plans designed to reduce erosion and maintain nutrient balance.
- Loaded and unloaded farm supplies and materials and stored in correct barn location.
- Replaced animal's hay and water regularly while watching animals for changes in behavior or demeanor.
- Maintained and repaired fences, buildings and other farm structures as part of groundskeeping duties.
- Performed regular maintenance to keep farm equipment in safe working order.
- Prepared and administered vaccinations and medications to animals.
- Promoted animal safety and health by providing proper nutrition, housing and medical care.
- Planted, cultivated and harvested corn, wheat and hay crops for optimal growth.
- Supervised work activities of farm laborers and provided instruction and guidance.
- Prepared land for planting crops to sow seeds for successful harvests.
- Administered vaccinations to animals to prevent spread of disease.
- Cleared land and prepared soil for planting by tilling, grading and adding organic matter.
- Cultivated fields, maintaining soil to provide crops with optimal growing environments.
- Trimmed and removed unwanted plant growth to improve health and yield of crops.
- Inspected crops for signs of pests and disease to implement necessary control measures.
- Applied nutrients to soil to enhance crop growth and development.
- soil testing to establish effective PH levels
- solely raised vegetable gardens for self use and for profit through local farmers markets.
Plant and Soil Workshop
Flatwoods Elementary
03.2022 - 03.2022
- Monitored and evaluated plant performance to identify areas for improvement and take corrective measures.
- Managed direction and planning for plant with focus on soil preparation and fertilization
- Conducted workshop for 4th grade students addressing state mandated Science Standards of Learning.
- Students were instructed by lecture, various visual aids and use of technology.
- Students were given hands on experiences in soil preparation, planting, and watering of plants. Each student was given a container to fill with soil and plant their own seeds. Experiments were conducted and graphs created to determine the best conditions and variables for plant growth.
Corrections Officer
Wallens Ridge State Prison
08.2012 - 05.2020
- Enhanced facility safety by conducting thorough security checks and monitoring inmate activities.
- Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
- Reduced inmate altercations by maintaining consistent enforcement of rules and regulations.
- Supported successful emergency response efforts by participating in regular drills and training exercises.
- Maintained safety and security of staff and public by applying defensive techniques and physical restraints.
- Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility.
- Monitored radio transmissions between staff to respond immediately to directions and emergencies.
Construction Worker
Elk Knob Incorporated
04.2012 - 08.2012
- Loaded, unloaded, and moved material to and from storage and production areas.
- Gained valuable experience working on diverse projects such as highways, local streets, parking lots, driveways, and sidewalks resulting in versatile industry knowledge.
- Assisted in the installation of drainage systems to prevent water damage on roads, prolonging their lifespan.
- Reduced traffic disruptions with careful planning and implementation of appropriate detour routes during construction activities.
- Maintained a clean and organized job site by removing debris, disposing waste materials properly, and ensuring all tools were accounted for each day.
- Demonstrated strong work ethic by consistently arriving on time, staying focused throughout shifts, and completing tasks efficiently while maintaining a high level of quality.
- Participated in regular training sessions to stay updated on new techniques, machinery advancements, safety protocols which ultimately improved overall productivity.
Grocery Store Stocker
Grabeel IGA
06.2008 - 04.2012
- Facilitated smoother workflow among team members through clear communication regarding task assignments and progress updates.
- Participated in ongoing training sessions to stay updated on current best practices for grocery stocking procedures.
- Streamlined restocking process by organizing backroom storage areas for easy access to products.
- Promoted safety awareness within the workplace by adhering to company guidelines for lifting techniques and equipment usage.
- Assisted in inventory management by conducting regular counts, verifying stock levels, and reporting discrepancies to management.
- Optimized space utilization on shelves by consistently facing product labels towards customers for easy identification.
- Kept work areas neat, clean and free from debris.
- Helped customers locate desired items and transfer oversized items to vehicles.
- Operated manual and electric pallet jacks, safely relocating heavy merchandise on sales floor for timely stocking.
Education
No Degree - Electromechanical Engineering Technologies
Mountain Empire Community College
Big Stone Gap, VAHigh School Diploma -
Lee High School
Jonesville, VA05.2010
Skills
- Security Procedures
- Emergency Response
- Inmate Supervision
- Restraint Techniques
- Patrol techniques
- Self-defense techniques
- Firearm operations trained
- Experienced farm laborer with emphasis on soil preparation, planting, plant growth, and harvest of field crops, as well as vegetables
Additional Information
I have a strong work ethic and a long experience history in soil preparation, plant growth, maintenance, irrigation, and harvest.
Timeline
Plant and Soil Workshop
Flatwoods Elementary
03.2022 - 03.2022
Corrections Officer
USP Lee
05.2020 - Current
Corrections Officer
Wallens Ridge State Prison
08.2012 - 05.2020
Construction Worker
Elk Knob Incorporated
04.2012 - 08.2012
Lawn Maintenance/Landscaper
Self
03.2010 - Current
Grocery Store Stocker
Grabeel IGA
06.2008 - 04.2012
Farm Laborer
Self
06.2002 - Current
No Degree - Electromechanical Engineering Technologies
Mountain Empire Community College
High School Diploma -
Lee High School
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