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James (Jim) Edwin Russell Baker

36 Autumn Leaf Road Dundas,

Summary

Professional with strong background in ensuring safety and security. Proven ability to assess situations quickly and respond effectively. Skilled in surveillance, access control, and conflict resolution. Team player focused on maintaining secure environment and adapting to changing needs. Reliable, vigilant, and committed to achieving results.

Overview

49
49
years of professional experience

Work History

Security Guard / Screener

Guardaworld
09.2020 - Current
  • Maintained a safe environment for staff and visitors through proactive surveillance and communication.
  • Adhered to strict screening techniques and procedures while conducting human screenings.
  • Operated handheld metal detector and other surveillance devices to screen individuals entering facility.
  • Manually screened passengers unable to pass through metal detectors or who triggered alarms.
  • Controlled situations resulting from security breaches by engaging and containing suspects until police personnel arrived.
  • Directed passengers navigating screening process, providing additional support to individuals exhibiting difficulties.
  • Interacted with public to give directions, explain rules, and regulations and respond to inquiries.

Security Guard / Screener

Commissionaires Hamilton
08.2017 - 09.2020

see description listed under Guardaworld

Telecommunications Technician

Mitel Networks
02.1986 - 07.2016
  • Installed and configured new devices and system components.
  • Exceeded client expectations with meticulous attention to detail for seamless installations that minimized disruptions to daily operations.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by efficiently installing and troubleshooting telecommunications systems.
  • Delivered consistent high-quality work by adhering to established installation standards, guidelines, and procedures.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends, technologies, and best practices through ongoing professional development opportunities.
  • Installed and repaired network cabling, hardware and software to maximize operational efficiency.
  • Monitored and performed maintenance on telecommunications systems to facilitate optimal performance.

Telecommunications Technician

Bell Canada
07.1976 - 02.1986
  • Responded to service requests during and after business hours.
  • Managed and prioritized customer service requests to achieve prompt resolution.
  • Coordinated installation of new users and relocations of existing users.
  • Upgraded legacy systems to newer technologies, increasing overall network capacity and performance.

Education

Electrical Systems Engineering Technician -

Mohawk College
Hamilton, ON
05-1976

High School Diploma -

Highland Secondary
Dundas, ON
06-1974

Skills

  • Work ethic
  • Punctuality
  • Reliability
  • ID verification
  • Vigilance awareness
  • Security equipment operation
  • Law enforcement liaison
  • Verbal and written communication
  • First aid certified
  • English fluency

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Security Guard / Screener

Guardaworld
09.2020 - Current

Security Guard / Screener

Commissionaires Hamilton
08.2017 - 09.2020

Telecommunications Technician

Mitel Networks
02.1986 - 07.2016

Telecommunications Technician

Bell Canada
07.1976 - 02.1986

Electrical Systems Engineering Technician -

Mohawk College

High School Diploma -

Highland Secondary
James (Jim) Edwin Russell Baker