Martin Co
Oshawa,Ontario
Summary
Highly motivated and adaptable Security Professional with extensive hands-on experience in high-pressure environments such as construction sites, warehouses, gatehouses, homeless shelters, and event security. Skilled in rapid response to incidents, conflict resolution, and crisis management, with a proven track record of implementing security measures that enhance safety and reduce risks. Adept at using advanced surveillance technology, conducting thorough investigations, and preparing detailed reports. Demonstrates excellent situational awareness, quick decision-making, and strong communication skills, particularly in managing emergencies and handling individuals with mental health challenges. Committed to ensuring the safety and security of people and assets, while seeking continued growth and opportunities in a fast-paced, dynamic security environment.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
Work History
Security Guard
CDN Protection
09.2024 - Current
- Maintained safety and security at a homeless overnight support shelter by conducting regular patrols, monitoring for theft, and ensuring compliance with shelter rules and policies
- Assisted staff with various tasks and provided support to guests, demonstrating a high level of empathy, patience, and professionalism when interacting with individuals experiencing mental health challenges
- Implemented conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques to manage tense situations, contributing to a calm and welcoming environment
- Maintained clear communication with shelter staff to ensure a coordinated response to incidents and emergencies
- Demonstrated excellent observational skills and situational awareness, ensuring guests' safety both inside the shelter and in surrounding areas, such as the alleyway
- Consistently upheld the organization's mission of providing compassionate care while safeguarding the facility and its occupants
Construction site security guard
CDN Protection
09.2024 - Current
- Ensured safety and security of the construction site by patrolling assigned areas at predetermined intervals to deter fire, theft, vandalism, and illegal entry
- Monitored entry and exit points, verified credentials, and recorded the time of entry and departure of authorized personnel and visitors, ensuring controlled site access
- Conducted regular inspections of windows, doors, gates, equipment, and machinery to ensure they were properly secured and reported any irregularities to the Lead Hand
- Responded swiftly to potential fire hazards, equipment malfunctions, utility service interruptions, leaking pipes, and unsecured security doors, escalating issues to the Lead Hand and relevant authorities as needed
- Checked and maintained fire control systems such as alarms and fire extinguishers to ensure operational readiness
- Maintained detailed shift logs and incident reports, documenting all observations and actions taken to ensure comprehensive record-keeping and communication
Warehouse security guard / Gatehouse security
Securiguard
08.2023 - Current
- Manage desk operations with proficiency in proper phone etiquette, data entry, customer service, emails, reports, team communication, receive package deliveries, ensure to sign in/out guests and employees, perform baggage check, and monitor fire alarm system
- Desk duty includes, responsible of security guard equipment, site keys, and radio
- Facilitated guest, contractor, and warehouse employee interactions by providing assistance as needed
- Perform hallway duties during employee break and shift changes
- Make sure to check employees and visitor baggage when entering and exiting the warehouses
- Supervised live surveillance video camera, meticulously reviewed camera footage, and meticulously documented incidents with comprehensive incident reports
- Remained flexible to ever changing environment; adapts well to different situations
- Executed on-foot interior patrols in a multi-floor warehouse facility, diligently inspecting room temperatures to guarantee optimal conditions, verifying emergency door exits, and conducting comprehensive patrols for security assurance
- Executed on-foot exterior patrols encompassing fence line surveillance, trailer, and container yard inspections, pumphouse and valve room monitoring, gate house security, parking lot surveillance, and emergency gate check
- Managed efficient entry screening procedures for trucks, including driver identification checks, thorough vehicle inspections, trailer logging with a scanner, and meticulous seal inspections
Event security guard
Nish Security
07.2023 - 07.2023
- Enforce event policies and procedures
- Provide clear and concise communication
- Conduct routine patrols of the premises and check irregularities
- Patrolled and surveyed event parameters regularly
- Staying alert of surroundings and provided onsite security presence
- Monitor event entrance and control access of site
- Preserved order and acted to enforce regulations and directives for the site pertaining to personnel, visitors, and premises
- Responded to inquiries and requests for assistance from visitors, team members and event
Education
Protection, Security & Investigation -
Durham College
Oshawa, Ontario01.2023
Information Technology -
Durham College
Oshawa, Ontario01.2021
Event Security Staff -
Durham College
Oshawa, Ontario12.2022
Skills
- Rapid Incident Response & Crisis Management
- Conflict Resolution & De-escalation
- Surveillance Technology & Monitoring
- Detailed Report Writing (Incident, Daily, Shift Logs)
- Asset Protection & Loss Prevention
- Emergency Response & First Aid
- Strong Observational & Analytical Skills
- Effective Communication & Team Collaboration
- Empathy & Mental Health Awareness
Volunteer Experience
- St. Joseph the Worker Parish, 1100 Mary St N, Oshawa, Ontario, 01/01/15, 12/31/15, Helper, 40
- Durham College, 2000 Simcoe St N, Oshawa, Ontario, 10/01/22, 12/31/22, Event Security Staff, Monitor entry and exit points of the arena., Enforce protocol procedures., Provide security escort., Greet and direct guest to seating and services., Maintain open access throughout the seating.
- Durham Outlook for the Needy, 227 Simcoe St S, Oshawa, Ontario, 07/22/23, 07/22/23, Staff, Helped prepare food and serviced the needy., Garbage cleans up., Greet and provide assistance for guest.
Training
Paragon Security training for Individual Security Guard Course, 03/20/23
Certifications
- First Aid & CPR/AED level C - Canadian Red Cross [October 11, 2024]
- Individual Security Guard License - Ministry of the Solicitor General [October 10, 2024]
- Smart Serve - Smart Serve Ontario [August 9, 2023]
Timeline
Security Guard
CDN Protection
09.2024 - Current
Construction site security guard
CDN Protection
09.2024 - Current
Warehouse security guard / Gatehouse security
Securiguard
08.2023 - Current
Event security guard
Nish Security
07.2023 - 07.2023
Information Technology -
Durham College
Protection, Security & Investigation -
Durham College
Event Security Staff -
Durham College
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