Hakeem Banks
Downey
Summary
Dedicated and safety-conscious Security Officer with 10+ years of experience providing property protection, access control, surveillance monitoring, and customer service. Strong communication, conflict resolution, and de-escalation skills with the ability to remain calm and professional in high-pressure situations. Demonstrates excellent teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management abilities while maintaining a secure environment for employees, visitors, and assets. Experienced in monitoring premises through, preparing detailed incident reports, and enforcing safety and security procedures. Committed to professionalism, reliability, and making meaningful contributions to organizational success.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Graveyard Security
Bicycle Casino
Bell Gardens, CA
03.2024 - Current
- Conducted routine patrols of casino property, parking structures, and surrounding areas during overnight hours.
- Controlled access to restricted areas and verified credentials of employees, vendors, and authorized personnel.
- Transported gaming chips, cash boxes, and other high-value assets to and from secured areas in accordance with casino security procedures.
- Assisted in de-escalating conflicts and resolving disputes between patrons when necessary.
- Ensured compliance with casino policies, safety regulations, and security procedures.
- Monitored parking lots and entrances to help protect guests, employees, and property.
Security
Allied Universal Security Services
Sante Fe Springs
03.2022 - 11.2022
- Monitored and secured trucking yard and company property to ensure a safe and secure environment.
- Verified driver credentials, delivery documentation, and vehicle information before granting access.
- Controlled entry and exit of truck drivers, visitors, and authorized personnel.
- Maintained accurate logs of incoming and outgoing trucks, trailers, and deliveries.
- Conducted routine patrols of the facility to identify and report security concerns or safety hazards.
Security Officer
Patrol Masters Inc.
Moreno Valley, CA
06.2018 - 09.2018
- Secured all doors in the office and main building after hours.
- Reported suspicious activities to local authorities also delivered accurate verbal and written reports to company personnel.
- Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of vehicles, cargo trucks and visitors.
- Circulated among visitors. Patrons and employees to preserve order and protect property not to be damaged.
- Wrote reports on property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons and unusual occurrences.
Resource Conservationist
California Conservation Corps. Foundation
South Lake Tahoe, CA
09.2016 - 08.2017
- Cleared brush from areas where trees were being prepared for removal.
- Cleaned, maintained and inspected chainsaws on a daily basis before each shift.
- Chopped down trees that were diseased or had been affected by storms.
Education
High School Diploma -
Nueva Vista High School
Riverside, CA12-2014
Skills
- Conflict Resolution Techniques
- Safety and Security
- De- Escalation
- Multitasking Abilities
- Verbal communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
Certification
Security Guard Certificate Received June 2018
Languages
English
Timeline
Graveyard Security
Bicycle Casino
03.2024 - Current
Security
Allied Universal Security Services
03.2022 - 11.2022
Security Officer
Patrol Masters Inc.
06.2018 - 09.2018
Resource Conservationist
California Conservation Corps. Foundation
09.2016 - 08.2017
High School Diploma -
Nueva Vista High School