Paul J.W. Burdess
Peoria
Summary
Detail-oriented and dependable professional with a proven ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a positive attitude. Demonstrates a strong willingness to embrace additional responsibilities to drive team success and achieve organizational objectives. Known for adaptability and commitment to excellence, consistently contributing to a collaborative work environment. Eager to leverage skills and dedication to support team initiatives and enhance overall productivity.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Security Officer
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
07.2023 - Current
- Monitored facility access, ensuring compliance with safety protocols and emergency procedures.
- Responded promptly to security incidents, conducting investigations and documenting findings.
- Collaborated with medical staff to enhance security measures in high-risk areas.
- Trained new personnel on safety protocols and effective incident response strategies.
- Conducted regular patrols, identifying and addressing potential security vulnerabilities proactively.
- Developed and implemented improved procedures for emergency response coordination with local authorities.
- Trained new officers on security procedures and operational protocols for effective performance.
- Documented security incidents accurately, maintaining detailed reports for review by management and compliance teams.
- Assisted in emergency situations, providing timely response and coordination with medical staff for patient safety.
- Coordinated routine fire drills for hospital staff to ensure preparedness in case of an emergency situation.
- Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.
- Leveraged physical or verbal techniques to investigate suspicious activities and resolve concerns.
Security Officer
Securitas Security Services
07.2020 - 07.2023
- Maintain company core values of Integrity, Vigilance, and Helpfulness
- Observe and report client sites for unusual activities and safety infractions
- Preserve order and enforce regulations and directives for the site pertaining to personal, visitors, and premises
- Patrol assigned site on foot to check for unsafe conditions, hazards, unlocked doors, security violations, mechanical problems, and unauthorized personnel
- Protects evidence or scene of incident in the event of an accident, emergencies, or security investigations
- Responds to emergency incidents involving, fire, flooding, bomb threat, elevator emergency, hazardous materials, inclement weather, or other incidents
- Prepare logs and records all incidents that occur in order to ensure proper pass downs are given.
Laborer
Comfort Seasons heating and air conditioning
05.2016 - 10.2019
- Performed daily inspection of various equipment to ensure proper operation
- Organized and performed inspection of necessary supplies daily
- Performed cleaning tasks daily
- Performed lifting tasks of up to 75 pounds
- Successfully troubleshoots problems and facilitate changes on-site
- Diligently performs safety inspections prior to leaving work sites
- Communicated with customers and supervisor in order to meet all of their needs, thinking out practical solutions to get the task at hand to be done in a satisfactory manner
- Worked in various stressful conditions, maintaining a level head so the job could be accomplished on time
Assistant Manager
Complete Nutrition
02.2015 - 04.2016
- Administered staff training procedures for new hires and oversaw 3 employees
- Coached customers and motivated them to achieve their personal health and fitness goals
- Educated customers on supplement and nutrition information and answered questions
- Maintained inventory levels by ordering product as needed, adhering to visual merchandising protocols
- Processed transactions and prepared merchandise for delivery
- Used verbal skills to ensure customer satisfaction was met.
- Used leadership skills in order to properly maintain a cohesive and effective team.
- Communicated with customers in order to resolve any disputes that occurred with products or service
Supply Assistant
American Red Cross
02.2012 - 08.2014
- Organized, audited, packed and loaded supplies onto mobile units
- Inspected dates on medical supplies to ensure validity before delivery
- Operated forklifts and pallet jacks to move inventory
- Performed lifting tasks of up to 75 pounds regularly
- Communicated with coworkers and fellow staff members in order to ensure the job was done in a timely and satisfactory manner
- Performed required tasks in various weather conditions
- Worked in a team environment to ensure all supplies for blood drives were properly and safely loaded
- Resolved any conflicts that would arise
Aviation Boatswain’s Mate, Aircraft Handler, Petty officer third class
U.S. Navy
01.2008 - 01.2012
- Performed daily training operations to ensure safe and expedited aircraft firefighting operations were carried out under stressful conditions to save as many lives as possible.
- Worked in a uniform close team environment to ensure operations were carried out safe and effectively
- Coordinated aircraft jettison operations, embarked squadron training, equipment maintenance and water related salvage operations
- Facilitated the safe and expedited movement of aircraft on flight decks and hangar decks
- Performed preventive maintenance on firefighting stations, fire equipment and watertight doors
- Supervised 7 subordinates as Senior Crash and Salvage Crew Member
- Assumed leadership role within V102 department as an assistant Leading petty officer
- Facilitated training to Junior Sailors, adjusting to individuals learning capabilities
- Resolved any conflicts that would arise in order to maintain a safe and effective work environment
- Met and worked with a diverse group of individuals developing relationships with fellow military members
Education
EMT Certificate - BLS Certified
Illinois Central College
Associates in Arts - General Studies/With a focus on Criminal Justice
Illinois Central College
12.2019
Petty Officer Third Class - undefined
U.S. Navy
Norfolk, VA01.2012
GED High School Equivalency Diploma - undefined
Peoria, IL06.2007
Skills
- Active participant in national fitness organizations
- Dedicated powerlifting enthusiast
- Understanding of fitness and wellness strategies
- Proficient in verbal and written communication
- Analytical report composition
- Incident documentation
- General security
- Document management
- Veteran leadership experience
Timeline
Security Officer
OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
07.2023 - Current
Security Officer
Securitas Security Services
07.2020 - 07.2023
Laborer
Comfort Seasons heating and air conditioning
05.2016 - 10.2019
Assistant Manager
Complete Nutrition
02.2015 - 04.2016
Supply Assistant
American Red Cross
02.2012 - 08.2014
Aviation Boatswain’s Mate, Aircraft Handler, Petty officer third class
U.S. Navy
01.2008 - 01.2012
Associates in Arts - General Studies/With a focus on Criminal Justice
Illinois Central College
Petty Officer Third Class - undefined
U.S. Navy
GED High School Equivalency Diploma - undefined
EMT Certificate - BLS Certified
Illinois Central College
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