Matthew Collings
Calexico
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Security Supervisor
Allied Universal Security Services
San Diego
11.2018 - Current
- Interacted regularly with other departments within the organization to promote collaboration between teams.
- Supervised access control at all entrance points of the facility, ensuring only authorized personnel are granted entry.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations as they arise by deploying appropriate resources and personnel.
- Provided ongoing coaching, feedback, development opportunities, discipline when necessary to ensure employees are meeting expectations.
- Investigated incidents, wrote detailed reports, and made recommendations for improvements in the security program.
- Ensured security staff is properly trained and certified in accordance with company policies and local regulations.
- Conducted regular patrols of the premises to identify potential threats or safety hazards.
- Assessed current Security processes and procedures periodically making adjustments as needed in order maximize efficiency.
- Maintained records of all incidents that occurred on site including lost and stolen items and unauthorized persons present.
- Created schedules for security personnel shift rotations and monitored staffing levels to ensure adequate coverage at all times.
- Reviewed CCTV footage on a regular basis to detect any suspicious activity or violations of company policy.
- Provided security team leadership and contributed to on-call duties.
- Recorded required data for incident reports and files.
- Supervised property entrances and exits and monitored employee safety.
- Managed access control systems to secure premises and sensitive areas.
Fire Extinguisher Technician
America’s Finest Fire
Calexico
05.2018 - Current
- Repaired or replaced faulty components found during inspections or testing.
- Conducted maintenance on fire suppression systems, including refilling and recharging extinguishers.
- Replaced damaged or expired fire extinguishers with new units.
- Inspected fire extinguishers to ensure they were in working order and up to code.
- Tested fire alarm systems to ensure functional operation during emergencies.
- Reviewed safety regulations with clients to ensure compliance with local laws and codes.
- Performed periodic inspections of commercial sites for proper installation of fire extinguishing equipment.
- Educated customers on the proper use of fire extinguishers in emergency situations.
- Managed inventory of fire prevention and management equipment to maintain emergency readiness.
- Performed tests and calibrated fire suppression systems.
- Conducted thorough reviews and acceptance tests of available sprinkler systems, fire extinguishers, and suppression systems at locations.
- Identified potential hazards and enforced safety protocols at scenes to prevent injuries.
- Taught public education courses and programs on fire safety and prevention strategies.
- Inspected commercial and industrial buildings to identify hazardous conditions and fire code violations.
- Determined appropriate steps needed to bring buildings into fire code compliance.
Golf Course Manager
Yellowstone Club
Big Sky
05.2017 - 11.2018
- Organized tournaments and special events for members of the golf club.
- Monitored inventory levels of supplies such as balls, flags, tees, and other equipment necessary to maintain a well-run golf course.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws related to the operation of a golf course.
- Provided guidance and direction to employees regarding rules and regulations governing play at the golf course.
- Managed golf course staff, ensuring they were properly trained and motivated to deliver high-quality customer service.
- Facilitated communication between departments within the organization.
- Scheduled tee times for members and guests while maintaining an even flow throughout the day.
- Maintained records relating to employee attendance and payroll information.
- Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner with professionalism and respect.
- Supervised the maintenance of the golf course grounds, including mowing, fertilizing, irrigation, aerification, and drainage.
- Diagnosed issues with equipment and directed repairs.
- Managed winterizing courses, tree and stump removal and landscaping shrubbery.
- Maintained safety and security of hazardous chemicals.
- Completed thorough opening, closing, and shift change functions to maintain operational standards each day.
- Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
- Monitored inventory levels and placed new orders for merchandise to keep supply well-stocked.
- Provided leadership, insight and mentoring to newly hired employees to supply knowledge of various company programs.
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
- Improved productivity initiatives, managing budgets and accounts, coordinating itinerary and scheduling appointments.
- Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
- Directed or coordinated financial or budget activities to fund operations and maximize investments.
Security Supervisor
Staff Pro Security
San Diego
01.2016 - 05.2017
- Interacted regularly with other departments within the organization to promote collaboration between teams.
- Supervised access control at all entrance points of the facility, ensuring only authorized personnel are granted entry.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations as they arise by deploying appropriate resources and personnel.
- Provided ongoing coaching, feedback, development opportunities, discipline when necessary to ensure employees are meeting expectations.
- Ensured security staff is properly trained and certified in accordance with company policies and local regulations.
- Conducted regular patrols of the premises to identify potential threats or safety hazards.
- Maintained records of all incidents that occurred on site including lost and stolen items and unauthorized persons present.
- Monitored security operations to ensure compliance with established procedures and standards.
- Created schedules for security personnel shift rotations and monitored staffing levels to ensure adequate coverage at all times.
- Provided security team leadership and contributed to on-call duties.
- Conducted site reviews and security audits and made recommendations to management based on findings.
- Recorded required data for incident reports and files.
- Supervised property entrances and exits and monitored employee safety.
- Assessed company security risks and developed actionable solutions to be presented to management.
Education
High School Diploma -
Aurora High School
Calexico, CA10-2011
Skills
- Attention to detail
- Computer technology
- Math
- Work ethic
- Team leadership/communication
- Record management
- Collaboration skills
- Customer service
- FLUENT in Spanish
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Affiliations
- Gardening
- Walks
- Billiards
- Reading/Drawing/Art
- Volunteering
- Playing music/singing
Certification
- Security Guard License- license number G6701948 date 09-18-2024
- Baton Permit- license number BAT1587057 date 09-30-2024
- Nevada Security Guard License- license number R-2021-17110 date 11/12/2021
- License for Exposed Firearm- license number FQ2690287 date 04/30/25
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Security Supervisor
Allied Universal Security Services
11.2018 - Current
Fire Extinguisher Technician
America’s Finest Fire
05.2018 - Current
Golf Course Manager
Yellowstone Club
05.2017 - 11.2018
Security Supervisor
Staff Pro Security
01.2016 - 05.2017
High School Diploma -
Aurora High School