Truck driving is not my field of choice. As a retiree I am looking for a less committed retirement career. I'm willing to drive a truck but courier job may be the key for me.
Skills
Dependable and reliable
Class A Commercial Drivers License (Non-Restricted)
Demonstrated safe driving by observing road rules, exercising caution in unfamiliar areas and maintaining vehicle control.
Maintained telephone and radio contact with supervisor to receive delivery instructions.
Hooked and unhooked trailers from tractor and converter dollies.
Drove trucks with capacities greater than three tons, including tractor-trailer combinations, to transport and deliver products, livestock or other materials.
Delivered customer orders to homes and places of business within established time frames.
Completed transfers at hubs and final destinations to keep routes on schedule.
Conducted vehicle inspections before and after every trip and performed minor repairs to keep truck functional.
Logged driving hours and fuel usage data on time to keep reports current.
08/1989 to 12/2020
Corrections OfficerWashington County, Wi – West Bend, WI,
Maintained daily logs of shift activity.
Maintained correct physical head count for inmates.
Conducted thorough cell searches to uncover contraband and other materials not allowed at facility.
Maintained appropriate control, security and well-being over those detained.
Attended regular trainings and maintained appropriate certifications.
Monitored inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
Conducted routine and emergency head counts.
Conducted internal security checks to ascertain inmate safety.
Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
Patrolled and visually inspected units, yards, buildings and prisoner property and clothing to ensure welfare, security and safety.
Maintained communications with staff and inmate body to maintain safe, effective prison environment.
Operated communication systems, including telephones, switchboards, intercoms and two-way radios to effectively communicate with other personnel.
Conducted cell and illegal substance checks.
Observed and directed inmates during recreation, visits, telephone and shower time.
Assisted in restraining violent and unruly inmates.
Maintained clear and open communications with facility areas to support safe operations.
Informed inmates and visitors of rules, safety and security procedures and responsibilities.
Recognized signs of problems, such as despondency, depression and anger in order to prevent riots or suicides.
Supervised residents during meal distribution and intake, recreation time and work-site performance.
Enforced resident behavior management protocols and drafted incident reports for infractions.
Received property from incoming inmates, provided receipts and inspected items for contraband.
Transported inmates to and from personal appointments, including medical and dental appointments, funerals, work details and court hearings.
Monitored behavior of numerouse inmates to prevent escape attempts, crime and other dangerous activities.
Transported inmates to scheduled court appearances, medical appointments, and authorized activities.
Directed visitor sign-in, documenting processes and completing appropriate visitation logs.
Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of [Type] facility.
Reviewed housing assignments and reassigned inmates to meet allocation and safety needs.
Recommended changes in procedures to emphasize officer safety.
Directed activities of inmate crews working on maintenance, operations, farming and construction projects.
11/1996 to 11/2012
Emergency Medical TechnicianDanbury Health Systems – Brookfield, CT,
Documented all calls in reports detailing type of incident and course of treatment.
Operated emergency vehicles with caution to keep patients, public and first responders safe.
Remained level-headed and proactive during emergency situations.
Demonstrated dedication to providing quality care through continued training and education.
Developed strong rapport with other medical professionals to foster quality and efficient patient care.
Reviewed inventory levels prior to shift and restocked ambulance to prepare for service.
Performed CPR and used cardiac defibrillator to revive patients in cardiac arrest or arrythmia.
Assessed emergency situations and prioritized medical care for patients.
Rendered direct patient care, including stabilizing patients and determining course of action based on triage.
Conducted equipment inspections and vehicle checks in adherence with required maintenance schedules.
Evaluated patients' medical status and monitored vital signs during transit.
Explained to conscious patients steps involved for medical evaluations and need for possible hospital transport.
Observed and assessed incident scenes upon arrival to determine level of safety for all first responders.
Monitored patients from scene to hospital transfer while conducting in-transit care.
Managed care in field and in-transit, including performing standard testing and administering necessary medication.
Asked patients questions regarding ingestion or intake of over-the-counter medications, prescriptions and illicit drugs.
Transported patients from accident scenes to hospitals in emergency vehicles.
06/1994 to 10/2006
Volunteer Fire Fighter/Emergency Medical TechnicianFairfield Twp. Fire Dept. – City, STATE,
Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants and fire extinguishers.
Cleaned, serviced and maintained fire apparatus in condition of readiness and performed general maintenance of fire department property.
Checked hoses and breathing masks after fire calls to determine proper functionality.
Answered emergency situations quickly and assessed conditions to contain fires, assist victims and prevent escalation.
Administered emergency treatment and medical care to people injured in accidents and fires.
Collaborated with other emergency personnel when responding to accident scenes or acute illness calls requiring emergency medical care.
Extinguished flames and embers to suppress fires with shovels and hand-driven water or chemical pumps.
Stayed in close contact with dispatchers to obtain and relay current information about fire status, supplies and personnel.
Employed systematic search and rescue procedures and location and excavation devices to safely locate and evacuate victims.
Followed safety practices to protect all team members.
Maintained tools and fire vehicles, contributing to rapid response capability.
Demonstrated strong knowledge of industry equipment.
Kept station in peak working order by inspecting facilities, equipment and personnel.
Handled routine custodial maintenance of breathing, resuscitation and apparatus equipment.
Promptly responded to incidents and demobilized pertinent equipment, including water tenders and fire engines.
Education and Training
Expected in
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School Attended
Jackson Community College
Job Titles Held:
Truck Driver
Corrections Officer
Emergency Medical Technician
Volunteer Fire Fighter/Emergency Medical Technician