Terry Fiegen
Garretson,SD
Summary
Hardworking Yard Worker trained in operations and equipment. Reliable in being on time for shifts, helping team members and following safety standards. Learns quickly and follows orders to complete assignments.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Yard Worker
Western Housing
05.2024 - Current
- Used power tools such as drills and saws for various projects.
- Cut down dead branches from trees using chain saws or pole saws.
- Watered plants as needed to ensure their health and growth.
- Weeded flower beds and pruned hedges and shrubs.
- Transported materials such as soil, compost, rocks, gravel, via wheelbarrow or truck.
- Operated lawn mowers, weed trimmers, leaf blowers, and other tools.
- Raked leaves, spread mulch, and removed debris from yards.
- Used hand and power tools or equipment to complete wide range of landscape and irrigation tasks.
- Operated and maintained basic landscaping equipment and vehicles.
- Pruned trees and bushes to improve visibility and shape.
- Cleared pathways of overgrowth, debris, and snow to reduce hazards.
- Operated landscaping equipment to maintain grounds and remove trees.
Caregiver
Fiegen Farms
Garretson, SD
03.2020 - Current
- Assured proper nutrition by preparing meals, grocery shopping and monitoring food consumption levels.
- Transported clients to doctor appointments and other errands using wheelchair accessible vehicles.
- Assisted elderly clients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing and grooming.
- Provided emotional support to clients during difficult times.
- Helped maintain the safety of the client's environment by removing hazards such as rugs or furniture that could cause falls.
- Assisted with ambulation by providing support during transfers from bed to chair or wheelchair.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
- Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
Security Supervisor
Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center
Sioux Falls, SD
01.2000 - 11.2019
- Analyzed employee behaviors and identified any suspicious activities or potential breaches in security protocols.
- Reviewed CCTV footage on a regular basis to detect any suspicious activity or violations of company policy.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations as they arise by deploying appropriate resources and personnel.
- Ensured security staff is properly trained and certified in accordance with company policies and local regulations.
- Performed periodic testing of fire alarm systems throughout the facility ensuring functionality at all times.
- Created schedules for security personnel shift rotations and monitored staffing levels to ensure adequate coverage at all times.
- Organized regular meetings with key stakeholders providing updates on recent developments in Security operations.
- Investigated incidents, wrote detailed reports, and made recommendations for improvements in the security program.
- Developed strategies for mitigating risks associated with physical security elements such as locks, cameras, alarms.
- Provided ongoing coaching, feedback, development opportunities, discipline when necessary to ensure employees are meeting expectations.
- Assessed current Security processes and procedures periodically making adjustments as needed in order maximize efficiency.
- Monitored security operations to ensure compliance with established procedures and standards.
- Maintained records of all incidents that occurred on site including lost and stolen items and unauthorized persons present.
- Reviewed incident reports submitted by subordinates for accuracy and completeness.
- Interacted regularly with other departments within the organization to promote collaboration between teams.
- Collaborated closely with law enforcement agencies to provide assistance during investigations or emergencies.
- Conducted regular patrols of the premises to identify potential threats or safety hazards.
- Supervised access control at all entrance points of the facility, ensuring only authorized personnel are granted entry.
- Led security team and contributed to on-call shifts.
- Conducted site reviews and security audits and made recommendations to management based on findings.
- Provided security team leadership and contributed to on-call duties.
- Managed security staff schedules for shifts, minimizing overtime costs.
- Communicated and enforced compliance with state and local laws while emphasizing company standards of professionalism and safety.
- Recorded required data for incident reports and files.
- Supervised property entrances and exits and monitored employee safety.
- Developed and implemented security policies and procedures to enhance safety measures.
- Used two-way communication to generate enthusiasm and foster atmosphere receptive to open exchange.
- Conducted investigations into security breaches and prepared detailed reports.
- Maintained accurate records of security incidents and responses for compliance purposes.
- Coordinated security efforts for special events and high-profile visits.
- Ensured all security equipment was maintained and fully operational.
- Conducted regular security patrols to identify and mitigate potential threats.
- Supervised team of security personnel, ensuring compliance with all safety protocols and procedures.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychobiology
Northern State University
Aberdeen, SD12-1988
Skills
- Debris Removal
- Grounds Maintenance
- Equipment Operation
- Heavy Lifting
- Heavy Equipment Operation
- Chemical Application
- Lawn Care
- Tree pruning
- Site cleaning and organization
Affiliations
- Basketball
- Religious Education Teacher St. Rose of Lima
- Volunteer at the Banquet yearly
Accomplishments
- College Football Player
- Member of Acting Club
- Lettermen's Club
- Psych Club
- Dorm President 2 years
Certification
- Social Work Associate, State of South Dakota
- Crisis Prevention & Intervention Senior Instructor
- CPR & First Aid
- 3rd Degree Black Belt in Tae Kwondo
- Certified In Fire Arms use
- Enhanced Concealed Carry Permit
- Over 70 FEMA classes completed
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Yard Worker
Western Housing
05.2024 - Current
Caregiver
Fiegen Farms
03.2020 - Current
Security Supervisor
Avera McKennan Hospital & University Health Center
01.2000 - 11.2019
Bachelor of Science - Psychobiology
Northern State University
- Social Work Associate, State of South Dakota
- Crisis Prevention & Intervention Senior Instructor
- CPR & First Aid
- 3rd Degree Black Belt in Tae Kwondo
- Certified In Fire Arms use
- Enhanced Concealed Carry Permit
- Over 70 FEMA classes completed
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