William McDowell
Castaic,CA
Summary
Security professional with solid background in protecting assets and ensuring safety. Proven ability to assess risks, manage security protocols, and respond effectively to incidents. Strong focus on collaborative team efforts and adapting to evolving security needs. Reliable and skilled in surveillance, access control, and emergency response.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Officer
Lantz Security
11.2017 - 08.2025
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Acted quickly during emergency situations to reduce opportunity for damage and injury.
- Patrolled and monitored premises in company vehicle, on bicycle, and by foot.
- Provided excellent customer service while addressing visitor inquiries or concerns related to facility safety or access control procedures.
Security Officer
Global Protective Services
10.2011 - 10.2017
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Maintained a safe environment for employees and visitors through continuous risk assessment and threat analysis.
- Prevented unauthorized access to facilities by enforcing strict entry protocols and verifying identification.
- Checked and verified photo identification prior to granting facility access.
- Reported suspicious activities and persons to law enforcement.
Assembly Line Worker
Haas Automation
06.2003 - 10.2009
- Met daily production quotas by working effectively within a fast-paced assembly line environment.
- Collaborated with team members to maximize productivity and ensure seamless workflow on the assembly line.
- Stocked and replenished parts used on assembly line to maintain consistent supply and inventory.
- Contributed to a positive work atmosphere, fostering strong relationships with colleagues while maintaining professionalism and focus on tasks at hand.
- Operated various tools, machinery, and equipment to complete assembly tasks efficiently and accurately.
- Performed visual and functional inspection of components to determine quality and identify defects.
Aviation Structural Mechanic/Plane Captain
Tactical Electronic Warfare Squadron 34
11.1986 - 11.1990
- Completed complex repair jobs, demonstrating strong attention to detail and commitment to excellence in all aspects of aircraft maintenance work.
- Enhanced aircraft safety by performing thorough inspections and maintenance of structural components.
- Performed daily postflight, preflight and other periodic inspections.
- Increased team productivity by providing expert guidance and training to junior aviation mechanics.
- Fabricated sheet metal components for aircraft skin, working with highly sensitive materials requiring special manufacturing treatments, coatings and installation processes.
- Contributed to a safer work environment by adhering to strict safety protocols and promoting awareness among colleagues.
Education
General Studies
Oxford High School
Oxford, Al.06-1985
Skills
- Report writing
- Incident reporting
- Security guard license
- CCTV surveillance
- Superior customer service
- CCTV monitoring
- Detail-oriented
- Patrol operations
- Access control
- Surveillance
- Emergency response
- Complex Problem-solving
- Relationship building and management
- Security screenings
- Conflict de-escalation
- Conflict resolution techniques
Accomplishments
- Successfully completed two-week security training program.
Timeline
Security Officer
Lantz Security
11.2017 - 08.2025
Security Officer
Global Protective Services
10.2011 - 10.2017
Assembly Line Worker
Haas Automation
06.2003 - 10.2009
Aviation Structural Mechanic/Plane Captain
Tactical Electronic Warfare Squadron 34
11.1986 - 11.1990
General Studies
Oxford High School
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