SHAHID KHAN
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Vigilant Transportation Security Officer with 22 years of experience inspecting passengers and baggage to maintain safety and security of traveling public. Reliable and communicative professional proficient in x-ray, hand wand and explosive detection machine operations. Commended for acting quickly to counter security threats and exercising sound judgment while performing observations. Dedicated Transportation Security screening Officer, with observant nature and firm grasp of security procedures and standards. Excellent time management and organizational abilities backed by disciplined nature and strong communication skills. Trained in security scanning and identification measures.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Screening Officer
Garda World Security
Mississauga, ON
04.2001 - Current
- Operated x-ray machines, hand wands, and advanced imaging technology to conduct screening of passengers and baggage
- Used explosive detection machines and chemical swab systems to identify potential hazards
- Screened over 1000 passengers per day by verifying ID's and boarding passes
- Interacted with public to give directions, explain rules, and regulations and respond to inquiries
- Performed pat downs to look for unauthorized materials and weapons
- Responded effectively to security incidents and provided guidance regarding security procedures.
- Engaged in casual conversations with individuals to assess and analyze behaviors.
- Authenticated boarding passes, identification, and passports to prevent fraudulent travel.
- Monitored security checkpoints for compliance with applicable security protocols.
- Adhered to strict screening techniques and procedures while conducting human screenings.
- Directed passengers navigating screening process, providing additional support to individuals exhibiting difficulties
- Operated X-ray screening machines and tools to screen people, containers, and personal belongings for potential hazards and weapons.
- Operated scanning equipment to view internal structures of luggage, purses, and other bags to check for prohibited items
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Color Steels Inc
Thornhill, ON
03.1999 - 10.2000
- Received incoming shipments, compared contents against associated records and transmitted to proper department
- Reviewed order data to verify transactions and shipping dates
- Completed basic mathematical calculations to check weights and dimensions of shipments
- Packaged goods in safe containers to prepare for shipping, adhering to packaging protocols
- Processed invoices and order forms for goods received and shipped for proof of transactions
- Verified transactions, product orders and shipping dates and entered information into database
- Utilized forklift or pallet truck to load, unload, transport, and store goods.
Education
Humber College
09.2006
High School Diploma -
Emery Adult Learning Centre
06.2005
Skills
- Passenger Interaction
- Assigned Site Patrol
- Regulation Enforcement
- Daily Logs
- Operating Security Equipment
- Communication Devices
- Hazardous Materials
- X-Ray Machine Operation
- Supervision and Mentoring
- Computer Hardware Knowledge
- Vehicle Inspection Incident Reporting
Languages
- Pashto
- English
- Urdu
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Urdu
Full Professional
Pashto
Native/ Bilingual
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Screening Officer
Garda World Security
04.2001 - Current
Shipping and Receiving Clerk
Color Steels Inc
03.1999 - 10.2000
Humber College
High School Diploma -
Emery Adult Learning Centre
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