Patrick Gaffney
Oxford,PA
Summary
Security-focused and diligent Guard skilled at protecting personnel and premises. Responds and acts appropriately to situational assessments, including criminal acts and fire and medical emergencies remaining alert, attentive and vigilant at all times. Anticipates trouble and takes steps to intervene and diffuse using keen eye for detail. Skilled in writing reports, updating records and handling simultaneous tasks in fast-paced settings.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Police Officer Cadet
Lincoln University Of Pennsylvania
01.2024 - Current
- Attending Act 120 Police Academy through department sponsorship.
- Learning criminal law and criminal procedure
- Learning skills with hand to hand combat, weapons and firearms
- Physical training, handcuffing, and criminal apprehension
- Community oriented policing and cultural bias
Campus Security Officer
Lincoln University Of Pennsylvania
09.2022 - Current
- Conducted regular campus security patrols with Police Officers and handled incidents promptly to maintain overall safety for staff, students and visitors.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
- Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.
- Acted as deterrent to prevent criminal actions, vandalism and misconduct to allow business to conduct operations in safe environment.
- Wrote and enforced parking tickets
- Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
- Obtained CPR, First Aid certifications in preparation for on-campus emergencies
Maintenance Techinician
LCOR Inc.
03.2021 - 07.2022
- Followed instructions from supervisor regarding daily job tasks and duties.
- Operated varied hand and power tools to complete repairs.
- Troubleshot equipment breakdowns and performed preventive maintenance.
- Used problem-solving skills to alleviate issues efficiently with minimal supervision.
- Performed preventive maintenance and repairs on various types of equipment.
- Completed daily, weekly, and monthly checklists on building equipment to maintain records of scheduled maintenance procedures.
Electrical Apprentice
LX4 Inc.
07.2020 - 03.2021
- Worked under supervision of journeyman electrician to learn trade and develop electrical knowledge.
- Pulled EMT and PVC conduit wire according to plans and code requirements.
- Handled installation of electrical components by splicing, joining, and connecting wire.
- Understood and used proper tools and equipment to install and maintain electrical systems.
- Repaired or replaced wiring, equipment and fixtures using hand tools and power tools.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers or other components.
- Troubleshot and repaired malfunctioning systems and components.
Energy Salesman
EZ Choice Energy
01.2019 - 06.2020
- Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
- Promoted and up-sold products and services to meet needs of customers.
- Upheld high standards of customer service by promoting and upselling new products and services.
- Retained excellent client satisfaction ratings through outstanding service delivery.
- Managed customer accounts to secure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Trained and mentored new sales representatives.
Building Porter
Bozzuto Management
10.2017 - 12.2018
- Maintained cleanliness of restrooms by washing down and properly sanitizing walls, floors and toilets.
- Performed daily facility checklists for cleaning floors, wiping down glass entryways and collecting trash.
- Cleaned and organized building areas as required.
- Emptied waste paper and other trash from premises and moved to appropriate receptacles.
- Kept public pathways clear of safety hazards and spills with regular checks and attention.
- Used vacuum and shampooers to clean carpeted areas in offices, lobbies and corridors.
- Maintained optimal supply levels to meet daily and special cleaning needs.
Skilled Laborer
People Ready Temp Agency
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
- Provided labor support to carpenters, masons and other skilled trades.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Worked independently in fast-paced environment while meeting productivity and quality expectations.
- Inspected tools and equipment to maintain safety and efficiency.
- Operated forklifts and boom lifts to complete various tasks.
- Managed safe and efficient use of tools and equipment on construction sites.
Skilled Laborer
Redd Barr Homes
01.2015 - 08.2015
- Used variety of hand and power tools to complete tasks.
- Followed instructions and safety protocols to prevent accidents and injuries.
- Inspected tools and equipment to maintain safety and efficiency.
- Operated power equipment to move materials and promote job efficiency.
- Assisted in digging, trenching and backfilling trenches and foundations.
- Gathered and disposed of worksite debris to remove safety hazards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Oxford Area High School
Oxford, PA06.2012
Skills
- Active Shooter Response
- Campus Patrol
- Interior Patrol
- Emergency Situations
- Conflict Resolution
- Monitoring and Reporting
- Training and Leadership
- Critical Thinking
- Safety and Security
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Legible Report Writing
- Adaptable and Flexible
Certification
Standard Field Sobriety Testing (SFST)
Act 120 (in progress at DCCC Police Academy)
Timeline
Police Officer Cadet
Lincoln University Of Pennsylvania
01.2024 - Current
Campus Security Officer
Lincoln University Of Pennsylvania
09.2022 - Current
Maintenance Techinician
LCOR Inc.
03.2021 - 07.2022
Electrical Apprentice
LX4 Inc.
07.2020 - 03.2021
Energy Salesman
EZ Choice Energy
01.2019 - 06.2020
Building Porter
Bozzuto Management
10.2017 - 12.2018
Skilled Laborer
People Ready Temp Agency
08.2016 - 05.2017
Skilled Laborer
Redd Barr Homes
01.2015 - 08.2015
High School Diploma -
Oxford Area High School
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