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Richard Allen

Saucier,MS

Summary

Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Dedicated Custodial Supervisor focused on maintaining smooth and efficient custodial operations. Proficient in inventory purchasing, cost-control strategies and work delegation. Bringing many years' experience and desiring a permanent position with the opportunity for career advancement. Experienced and dependable general worker with a proven track record of efficiently completing tasks in various settings. Skilled in manual labor, equipment operation, and maintaining a clean and organized workspace. Safety-conscious with a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt to different environments. Ready to contribute to a dynamic team and make a positive impact.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Sign Patroller

YESCO Signs
Biloxi, MS
05.2014 - Current

I have different locations weekly, From Biloxi to Hattiesburg, MS. Where I take photographs of business signs that are. Either out, dim, damaged, or missing.

Warehouse Worker /Day Porter

Ashley's Furniture
D'Iberville, MS
04.2020 - 06.2023

As a warehouse worker, my job consist of putting together the furniture for the store. And also maintain the cleaning of the building on a day to day basis, as well as assisting customers with loading and unloading purchased items or returned items.

Delivery Driver

Baber's Rent To Own
D'Iberville, MS
08.2018 - 04.2020

Delivery of merchandise from store, warehouse, also from other stores in the local areas.

Maintain Maintenance on appliances and furniture for store and customers homes, maintained the cleaning and set up of displaces on the showroom floor of the business.

Area Manager

ServiceMaster
Gulfport, MS
07.2016 - 08.2018

Plan, Organized, Schedule, and evaluate the work of a professional cleaning service to include floors,restrooms, office areas, and corridors. Estimate personnel, equipment and material requirements for assigned jobs, or necessary equipment maintenance. Manage and instruct and provide training for 25 staff members on proper use of tools and equipment,and safe work practices; review work in progress or upon completion. Custodian/Security.

Custodial Supervisor

Lassiter High School: Cobb County School District
Marietta, GA
09.2006 - 04.2014
  • Provided guidance to custodians on how to properly clean different types of surfaces such as tile, wood, carpeting.
  • Documented incidents or accidents involving custodial staff members and reported them to management immediately.
  • Ordered replacement parts when needed for malfunctioning equipment utilized by custodians.
  • Maintained accurate records of time worked, supplies ordered, and equipment repairs.
  • Conducted periodic inspections of all storage areas for hazardous materials or chemicals used by the custodial team.
  • Monitored the cleanliness of all areas within the facility on a daily basis.
  • Coordinated with vendors to ensure timely delivery of janitorial supplies.
  • Developed and implemented standard operating procedures for all custodial staff.
  • Ensured compliance with health codes, safety regulations, and applicable laws regarding sanitation and hazardous materials disposal.
  • Responded quickly to emergencies requiring special attention from the custodial team such as floods or spills.
  • Performed regular maintenance checks on all custodial equipment used by staff members.
  • Assigned duties to custodial staff members and monitored their performance.
  • Trained new custodial staff in proper use of cleaning products, safety protocols, and other job-related tasks.
  • Wrote and filled reports for all accidents and injuries.
  • Interviewed and chose best candidates for each role.
  • Communicated with maintenance team on damages to repair.

Security Site Supervisor

Day & Zimmerman
Atlanta, GA
08.2005 - 08.2007

Accountable for preventing crime on a facility with approximately 700 employees; assists and analyzes information to determine potential civil or criminal violations. Assists in a variety of security enforcement operations to include escort/security details and patrols in temporary housing areas and areas containing potentially hazardous chemicals. Assists in the preparation of search and seizure reports, reports of investigation, affidavits, and significant enforcement activity reports in a clear, concise, and logical manner. Seizes and logs contraband and evidentiary items; ensures the security of facility is not compromised; conducts random searches of vehicles, facilities, and personal property. Conducts safety orientations and creates badges for employees, contractors, customers, visitors, and patrons entering the facility; verifies employment by checking identification. Processes company, contractor, and commercial vehicles in and out of the facility; inspects vehicles and ensures vehicles are within weight standards.

  • Responded promptly to customer inquiries or complaints regarding security issues.
  • Investigated suspicious activity and reported findings to the appropriate authorities as needed.
  • Maintained records of employee attendance, shift changes, vacation requests.
  • Enforced safety regulations and ensured that employees followed all rules and regulations related to security matters.

Correctional Officer

Harrison County Sheriff Department
Gulfport, MS
04.2003 - 08.2005
  • Provided guidance and counseling services to help inmates adjust to their new environment and develop life skills needed upon release from prison.
  • Reviewed incident reports submitted by subordinates concerning violations of policy or procedure observed during shift changes.
  • Conducted regular cell inspections looking for evidence of drug use or other prohibited items that could pose a threat to security.
  • 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.
  • Investigated incidents involving prisoners or staff to determine who was responsible for any violations of policies or procedures.
  • Transported prisoners between facilities or court hearings using secure vehicles equipped with restraints.
  • Supervised prisoners during meals, recreation time, work assignments, medical visits, court appearances, and other activities.
  • Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
  • Monitored video surveillance systems to observe prisoner activity throughout the correctional facility.
  • Assisted in training new Correctional Officers in proper safety protocols and techniques for dealing with difficult situations.
  • Administered first aid when required due to injury or illness sustained by an inmate while under supervision.
  • Collaborated with outside agencies such as social workers, psychologists, and probation officers when necessary.
  • Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and prison grounds to detect contraband or illegal activities.
  • Responded to emergency situations such as riots or disturbances with appropriate force measures.
  • Inspected cells and conducted random searches of common areas.
  • Oversaw public areas and grounds to verify cleanliness and inmate safety.
  • Conducted searches of inmates and visitors to prevent the smuggling of contraband.

Education

High School Diploma -

Biloxi High School
Biloxi, MS
06-1988

Skills

  • Attention to Detail
  • Continuous Improvement
  • Time Management

Accomplishments

  • Presented with employee of the month on several occasions, and employee of the year in 2012 for Lassiter High School.

Timeline

Warehouse Worker /Day Porter

Ashley's Furniture
04.2020 - 06.2023

Delivery Driver

Baber's Rent To Own
08.2018 - 04.2020

Area Manager

ServiceMaster
07.2016 - 08.2018

Sign Patroller

YESCO Signs
05.2014 - Current

Custodial Supervisor

Lassiter High School: Cobb County School District
09.2006 - 04.2014

Security Site Supervisor

Day & Zimmerman
08.2005 - 08.2007

Correctional Officer

Harrison County Sheriff Department
04.2003 - 08.2005

High School Diploma -

Biloxi High School
Richard Allen