Rodolfo Cochran
Beloit
Summary
Industrious and personable Grounds Maintenance Worker with four years of lawn, garden and landscape experience. Dedicated to serving public through care of outdoor settings and to maximizing responsible use of natural resources. Energetic and physically adept individual offering extensive machine operation. Experienced Excellent reputation for resolving problems and improving customer satisfaction.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Officer
State of Wisconsin Department of Corrections
Waupun
09.2024 - Current
- Investigated incidents involving prisoners or staff to determine who was responsible for any violations of policies or procedures.
- 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.
- Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and prison grounds to detect contraband or illegal activities.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all relevant information related to daily operations at the correctional facility.
- Transported prisoners between facilities or court hearings using secure vehicles equipped with restraints.
- Monitored video surveillance systems to observe prisoner activity throughout the correctional facility.
- Administered first aid when required due to injury or illness sustained by an inmate while under supervision.
- Participated in training sessions to stay current on best practices in corrections and emergency response.
- Escorted inmates within the facility, including to and from cells, medical appointments, and recreational activities.
Collections Equipment Operator
City of Beloit Public Works
Beloit
07.2022 - Current
- Performs the full array of duties associated with inspecting, cleaning, maintaining, constructing and repairing wastewater collection systems.
- Inspects, troubleshoots and maintains proper collection system operation using specialized techniques and instruments. Operates or assists in the operation of heavy equipment including high pressure water jetting equipment -hydro-trucks, vactor machines, video inspection units in cleaning and inspecting of wastewater collection lines to maintain maximum flows. Opens and closes wastewater lines when necessary to do repairs or cleaning activities.
- Participates in the containment and cleanup of spills emanating from the collection system, conducts confined-space entries.
- Provides assistance to other agencies and private organizations in locating and identifying utilities and manholes. Attends and participates in professional group meetings; stays up to date on new trends and innovations in the field of wastewater collection systems operation and maintenance.
- Mows ROA(Right of Ways) and other wastewater sub stations.
- Performs Tree work on wastewater sub stations and ROA(Right of Ways).
Sales Associate
Menards
Beloit
08.2017 - Current
- Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Processed product returns and assisted customers with other selections.
- Evaluated inventory and delivery needs, optimizing strategies to meet customer demands.
- Completed orders and organized product deliveries to meet customer timetables.
- Tracked stock using company inventory management software.
- Trained and developed new sales team associates in products, selling techniques and company procedures.
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers and promote specific merchandise.
- Loaded and unloaded merchandise using ladder and pallet jack.
- Implemented up-selling strategies such as recommending accessories and complementary purchases to boost revenue.
Residential Security Officer
Rock Valley Community Programs
Janesville
01.2020 - 05.2024
- Gathered information, identified and implemented resolution, planned follow-up and logged and filed incident report to successfully manage complaints.
- Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
- Administered CPR and first aid to resuscitate individuals while waiting for emergency medical responders to arrive.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Checked identification of all persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
- Updated shift logs and produced daily reports to document security activities and specific incidents.
- Secured premises and personnel by patrolling property and monitoring surveillance equipment.
- Enforced security policies and removed violators and unauthorized individuals from premises to maintain safe environment.
Horticultural/Grounds Maintenance Worker
City Of Beloit
Beloit
05.2017 - 05.2024
- Planted bulbs, trees, bushes and flowers for the City Of Beloit.
- Operated mowers, electric clippers and edgers and maintained fresh and groomed grounds for citizen enjoyment.
- Cultivated and beautified park grounds and facilities through pruning, weeding and fertilizing across a variety of parks.
- Completed all timesheets and park maintenance paperwork on time and accurately to maintain up-to-date files.
- Maintained routine landscaping schedules to boost lawn health and keep facilities neat and well-groomed.
- Applied chemicals and fertilizers to grasses to maintain growth rate and color.
- Removed overgrowth, hazards and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
- Used gardening tools, including Bark Blower and skid steer to apply mulch for protection.
- Used shears, pruners and chainsaws to prune and trim hedges and shrubs.
Shift Supervisor/Assistant Manager
Papa Murphy's
Beloit
05.2015 - 05.2024
- I help do counts in the morning to ensure all product is being measured correctly.
- I also help with hiring and making sure the work shift runs smoothly as possible.
- I count the cash drawers every night to make sure the sales are right.
- I also create the work schedule.
- Stocker and Customer Service.
Woodman's Food Market
Beloit
11.2014 - 05.2024
Education
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster Career School
Scranton12.2019
Criminal Justice -
Blackhawk Technical College
Janesville06.2018
Skills
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Leadership
- Guest services
- Surveillance monitoring
- Security enforcement
Certification
- First Aid Certification
- CPR Certification
Timeline
Correctional Officer
State of Wisconsin Department of Corrections
09.2024 - Current
Collections Equipment Operator
City of Beloit Public Works
07.2022 - Current
Residential Security Officer
Rock Valley Community Programs
01.2020 - 05.2024
Sales Associate
Menards
08.2017 - Current
Horticultural/Grounds Maintenance Worker
City Of Beloit
05.2017 - 05.2024
Shift Supervisor/Assistant Manager
Papa Murphy's
05.2015 - 05.2024
Woodman's Food Market
11.2014 - 05.2024
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster Career School
Criminal Justice -
Blackhawk Technical College