Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Training Certificates
Qualification Highlights
Timeline
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Avery J. Thomas Jr.

Hawthorne

Summary

Entry level or Trainee position

Experienced with conducting surveillance and managing access control to prevent unauthorized entry. Utilizes strong observational skills to identify and address potential security threats effectively. Knowledge of emergency response procedures, ensuring swift and appropriate action during incidents.

Security professional with thorough understanding of implementing and maintaining security protocols. Known for reliability, flexibility in adapting to dynamic environments, and strong focus on collaborative efforts to achieve results. Adept in surveillance, incident response, and conflict resolution, bringing balanced approach to team alignment and operational efficiency.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Security Officer

Securitas
04.2025 - Current
  • Monitored premises to ensure safety and security for personnel and property.
  • Responded to incidents, assessing situations and implementing appropriate emergency protocols.
  • Conducted regular patrols to identify potential hazards and security breaches.
  • Collaborated with law enforcement during investigations to provide relevant information and support.
  • Implemented access control measures to regulate entry points effectively and maintain safety standards.
  • Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.

Warehouse

Staffmark Temporary Service
01.2018 - 06.2021
  • Various warehouse positions
  • [ List an example of how your work has positively impacted the company. ]

Hi Coat/Heat Treat

Lisi Aerospace
03.2017 - 07.2017
  • I do Draw furnace, Operate the Aluminum Shaker Furnace, Strip Cetyl, tipping and painting parts

Store associate

Family Dollar
01.2017 - 02.2017
  • Stocked storage areas and displays with new and transferred merchandise
  • Set up advertising signs and displayed merchandise on shelves, counters, and tables to attract customers and promote sales
  • Cleaned display cases, shelves, and aisles
  • Answered questions and advised customer in selection of merchandise
  • Packed customer purchases in bagged and cartons

Security Guard

Contemporary Svcs. Corp.
01.2014 - 12.2016
  • Developed sharp observation skills for noticing people, details, and effects
  • Ensured that students or visitors and company property are maintained in a safe and secure environment
  • Ensured safety for customers and tenants, assisted customers when needed, enforced facility rules and regulations and assisted law enforcement persons
  • Maintained acute awareness of surroundings
  • Demonstrated ability to assess risk and respond appropriately

Event Security

Staff Pro
01.2013 - 06.2015
  • Effective in stressful situations
  • Competent in all phases of Event Security
  • Developed sharp observation skills for noticing people, details, and effects
  • Ensured that customers, guests, employees, and company property are maintained in a safe and secure environment
  • Ensured safety for customers and tenants, assisted customers when needed, enforced facility rules and regulations and assisted law enforcement persons
  • Responded immediately to emergency incidents and security requests
  • Maintained acute awareness of surroundings

Sign Waver

Metro PCS
01.2013 - 12.2013

Sign Waver

Liberty Tax Service
01.2013 - 12.2013

Education

H.S. Diploma - General

Environmental charter High School
Lawndale, CA
01.2013

No Degree - Graphic And Digital Design

The Art Institutes
Santa Monica, CA

Skills

  • Conflict Management
  • Security & Emergency Response
  • Crisis Management
  • Knowledge of modern security techniques and practices
  • Microsoft Office
  • Excel
  • Powerpoint
  • Excellent verbal and communication skills
  • Ability to work independently or with a team
  • Outstanding interpersonal skills
  • Drawing
  • Lighting Application and Design
  • Electronic Drawing
  • Security guard license
  • General security
  • Access control
  • Access control management

Training Certificates

  • Guard Card, 01/01/13, 12/31/17, Bureau of Security and Investigation
  • Powers to Arrest Training, 01/01/13, [ Name of this association ]
  • 40 hours of Security Guard Training CA Guard Card Refresher, 01/01/14
  • CPR/First Aid, 01/01/16, 12/31/18, American Heart Assoc

Qualification Highlights

  • Accident Investigation
  • Conflict Management
  • Access control to the V.I.P. section at the Dolby Theater, L.A. Shrine, Anaheim Convention Center, Honda Center and the Long Beach Convention Center.
  • Performed ticket taking, bottle and cans, and booth watch. During venue tear downs I checked workers for the proper passes and kept traffic flowing.
  • Customer Service Skills

Timeline

Security Officer

Securitas
04.2025 - Current

Warehouse

Staffmark Temporary Service
01.2018 - 06.2021

Hi Coat/Heat Treat

Lisi Aerospace
03.2017 - 07.2017

Store associate

Family Dollar
01.2017 - 02.2017

Security Guard

Contemporary Svcs. Corp.
01.2014 - 12.2016

Event Security

Staff Pro
01.2013 - 06.2015

Sign Waver

Metro PCS
01.2013 - 12.2013

Sign Waver

Liberty Tax Service
01.2013 - 12.2013

H.S. Diploma - General

Environmental charter High School

No Degree - Graphic And Digital Design

The Art Institutes
Avery J. Thomas Jr.