Tommy Joe Ford
Iva, South Carolina 29655
United States
Home: *** - (348) - 7891
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WORK EXPERIENCE:
Security Forces Inc (07/18/2008 - Present) - Security Guard
Anderson, South Carolina United States
Supervisor: Chuck Ebbeler - 864-***-****;
Duties: Duties: Working physical security at Commerce Warehouse Anderson
SC. As a
Security Officer I have experience involving protection of property against
hazards
such as fire, theft, vandalism, accident, and trespass, while maintaining
order and
protecting life. The principles, practices, procedures, regulations, and
policies
of security programs; Apprehending and holding those who are trespassing in
restricted
areas. As well as using my experience to perform work that involve dealing
with people
from various levels of life and ethnic backgrounds to elicit their
cooperation to
perform specific tasks, comply with regulations, and laws. Also, compile to
established
rules, regulation and legal authority to perform duties within the
limitation of
detention authority and use of force. I walked foot patrol to insure doors
and gates
are secured also am on alert for fires and other safety aspects. Make sure
that the
truck drivers are dispatch with the proper paper work, material and
destinations.
Detect, prevent, and respond to security violations or criminal activity
while guarding
assigned premises. Analyze facts, secure evidence and investigate security
incidents,
and perform routine security duties. Skill in the use of law enforcement
equipment,
including restraining devices handcuffs, safety equipment fire
extinguishers, two
way communication devices, and motor vehicle. As a licensed Security
Officer of South
Carolina I have the same authority and arrest power given to sheriff
deputies to arrest a person violating a criminal statute of this State, but
possess
the power only on the property on which I am employed
Red River Depot/DES - Police Officer
Texarkana, Texas United States
Supervisor: - 903-***-****
Pay Grade: GS - 0083- 5- 2
Duties: Duties as a Security Police Officer at Red River Depot enforcing,
state,
federal, and county laws, codes and regulations ordinances, and operating
techniques.
My skills including local criminal traffic, and motor vehicle violations
and regulations;
Issues citations to violators for appearance at the appropriate court and
prepare
police reports. Pursue, apprehend, and arrest persons fleeing crime scenes.
Identifying
and apprehending violators based on eyewitness accounts or my observations.
I would
take charge of an accident, or crime scene. If I was the first patrol
officer there,
and I would allow only those access to those that were allowed on the
scene. Conduct
initial police investigation. Direct traffic and control the movement of
vehicles
and pedestrians, and proficiently experience traffic speed enforcement,
traffic accident
investigation, traffic speed and traffic control; responding to/conducting
on-scene
traffic accident investigations; interviewing suspects and witnesses;
issuing DD
Form 1805 (United States District Court Violation Notice) citations, and DD
Form
1408 (Armed Forces Traffic Ticket) to violators; gathering and preserving
evidence.
My skill include the use of; emergency police vehicle equipment, inter-
personnel
communications skills, radio procedures, basic computer operations, skill
in the
use of a variety of police equipment, including being certified to use
RADAR also
the hand held RADAR GUN. I am also able to use Centralized Operations
Police Suite
(COPS) our computer program that allows us to write and log our reports. I
also can
research data and information on those who are arrested and ticketed. We
also log
into COPS our 1805 tickets and 1408 tickets we write. I am also qualified
with OC
Spray (Oleoresin Capsicum) and Expandable and Straight Police Baton. I have
qualifying
education in police administration, police law, evidence, police
investigation, and
criminology.
Aiken, County Sheriff's Office (09/03/2005 - 12/22/2005) - Deputy
Aiken, South Carolina United States
Supervisor: Lt. TJ Cook - 803-***-****
My duties: Deputy (Correction)
As a Deputy at the Sheriff Department in Aiken County SC, I worked Aiken
Count Detention
Center it is operated as a Direct Supervision facility. Set clear
expectations with
inmates. Use positive reinforcement techniques. Hold inmates accountable
for their
behavior. Rely on correctional supervisory techniques. The use of
established rules,
regulation, and within legal authority to perform duties, and limited use
of force.
I supervise prisoners all activities, free time. Search, escorted,
inventories inmates
personal belongings, noted inventoried items. I was responsible for
conducting accountability
roll calls at specified times and periodic accountability checks. Other
duties was
to book, finger print, log prisoners in the computer system, I plans and
coordinate
and execute a work schedule ensured all inmates were on there job and the
job was
completed. Among other duties I perform as a deputy at the Aiken Detention
Center
were checking the parking lot, inspecting vehicles entering and leaving the
facility,
inspected the fence and the outer perimeters of the detention center, I
also supervised
the inmate at their meals
Owens Corning (11/21/1968 - 07/13/2001) - Electrical Technical Leader
Anderson, South Carolina United States
Supervisor: Rickey Bridges - 864-***-****
My career in electrical and electronics began with residential and
commercial new
construction as well as repairs. I received a certificate in residential
wiring from
a local technical school. I moved on to a four year apprenticeship at Owens
Corning.
That included National Electric Code residential and commercial wiring
codes and
regulation of South Carolina. The majority of my experience in electrical
work is
in industrial electronics.
I was in charge of thirty electrician, five electrical shops, four shifts,
plus a
daylight shift my duties were the same as a master electrician/supervisor.
I was
responsible for all electrical equipment in the plant. That included Power
Centers,
Motor Control Centers, and Lighting Distribution Panels, and technical
support. Operating
troubleshooting and maintaining electrical systems of various applications,
using
the National Electrical Code and local, national regulatory electrical
codes and
requirements. Safety procedures for the installation, repair, and
maintenance of electrical
systems. Safety precautions when operating motorized vehicles, equipment
and hand
tools. The operation and programming Programmable Logic Controllers.
Troubleshooting
and maintaining electrical and emergency power generation systems. Reading
and evaluating
electrical blueprints, panel layout sheets and other technical schematics.
Using
analytical and research skills to define and solve problems. Word
processing and
computer drafting programs, establishing and maintaining cooperative
working relationships
with others.
I install, maintain and repair electric wiring systems, related switches,
distribution
panels and outlet boxes, as well as a wide variety of electrical fixtures,
tools
and appliances. Follow maintenance schedules/inspections or work orders,
perform
maintenance services, diagnose system or equipment malfunction/repairs.
Test circuits/equipment
using voltmeter, ammeter, wattmeter, megger and ohmmeter. Measure, cut
thread, bend,
assemble and install conduits, inserting, splicing and connecting wires to
fixtures,
outlets, switches, receptacles and power source. Coordinate with Control
Repairman
on complex electronic circuitry. Install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair
electrical
systems related to plant equipment, air conditioning systems and building
maintenance.
Repair motors, coils, transformers, generators and similar components of
industrial
equipment
Theory and instruments (electrical, electronic) used in shop and trade
Practices.
Technical practices (theoretical, precise, artistic). Ability to use
electrical drawings.
Ability to use and maintain hand tools (electrical Work). Trouble shooting
(electrical).
I am experience in performing administrative, technical, clerical other
work that
involved following written procedures, rules, regulations and National
Electric Code.
My computer skills are exhalant as well as my communications skills orally
and written.
US Army (06/27/1962 - 06/25/1965) - Infantry, Airborne, Air Assault
Ft. Bragg NC, & Ft. Binning Ga., North Carolina United States
Supervisor: N/A - N/A; Contact: Yes
Pay Grade: E-4 - 4
Duties: Fire Crewman
Being with the 82nd Airborne Division 505th Fort Bragg NC:in addition, the
11th Air
Assault Division 187th Fort Benning GA: I was a Gunner on an 81mm Mortar
112.17SP4-(T)-E4
Fire Crewman Infantry While in the US Army, the jobs I did taught me many
things
I could take to any occupation. The abilities to lead as will as to follow,
loyalty
in addition, honor. Good work ethics, knowing that there is a job, which
has to be
done? More over, doing what it takes to be done. As will as many other
things
EDUCATION:
College/University
Tri-County Technical College (09/17/2002 - 09/20/2003)
Pendleton, South Carolina
United States
Degree: Certificate - Major: Law Enforcement & Correction Service;
Minor: N/A;
GPA: 3.8 Semester Hours: 27
Description:
This program is designed for current or prospective law enforcement and/or
corrections
employee whose job performance could be enhanced by information and
upstanding gained
through the completion of relevant courses in the criminal justice
College/University
Tri County Technical College 05/15/2008
Pendleton, South Carolina
United States
Degree: Associate Degree - Major: Criminal Justice Technology; Minor:
N/A;
GPA: 3.5 Semester Hours: 65
Description:
Credits required for graduation: 65
As a Criminal Justice Technology major, you will acquire special knowledge
and skills
needed to become a modern professional working within the criminal justice
system.
In addition to practical, theoretical and technical applications of law
enforcement,
the criminal justice curriculum provides an overview of courts and
correction services.
An examination of the interaction of education and human service agencies
with the
various components of the criminal justice system is emphasized. Survey
courses in
the disciplines of psychology, sociology and political science are
important for
a broad understanding of the criminal justice system and, as such, are
integrated
into the criminal justice degree program
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSA'S):
*My career as an Industrial Electrician began with a four-year apprentice
ship with
Owens Corning
*Ability Trouble shooting and preventative maintenance
*Industrial electrical extensive experience with long history in 3-phase
power, AC/DC
drives, signal phase motor controls and very strong trouble shooting
abilities. My
experience is extensive with programmable logic controller (PLC) of all
types.
*I am experience in new installations or trouble-shooting and repairing of
old electrical
systems
*Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal
supervision.
*Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures.
*Knowledge of electrical equipment; i.e., meager, test lamps, voltage
testers, ammeters,
and polarity testers.
*Knowledge of electrical theory and instruments used in shop and trade
practices.
*Knowledge of technical practices in order to select tools, decide on
methods and
techniques to use, and carry out the work.
*Installs and makes major and minor repairs to electrical equipment.
Troubleshoots
circuits, switches, silicon-controlled rectifier (SCRs,) wiring, control
equipment,
electrical failures in motors, generators, panel boards, and switching
equipment.
Diagnoses trouble and repairs and installs outlets, conduit, switches,
breakers,
circuit coils, commentators, diodes, brushes, engine generators starters,
ignition
systems, etc.
* My computer skills are excellent as well as my communications skills
orally and
written.
*I am adept at multi-tasking and problem solving skills in high-pressure
environments
as well as meeting the demands of on time project completion for scheduled
task.
*I am experience in performing administrative, technical, clerical other
work that
involved following written procedures, rules, or regulations in contacts
with coworkers,
supervisors, or members in the company to provide a service, respond to
inquiries,
or obtain information.
*Works with higher grade electrician and engineers in the installation of
complete
electrical systems for additional generators and equipment for which power
is to
be used. Traces out the different circuits from schematic drawings as
related to
the electrical system.
*Knowledge I am capable of classifying electrical distribution systems,
trouble-shooting
and identifying circuit faults across a broad range of applications.
*Uses system diagnostic software and sophisticated diagnostic instruments
to test
and check electronic components and systems and to locate and replace
components
down to the replaceable part level. Installs and makes major repairs
conditioning
and heating systems.
* Knowledgeable of AC theory, motors, starters, transformers, residual
current devices,
and over current protective devices.
*Understands the safe operation and applications of instruments provided
for circuit
analysis and testing, including power analyzers, ground rod resistance
meters, ground
fault loop impedance testers, residual current device testers, and similar
test equipment
standard in the trade.
*Reads and interprets blue prints, schematics, instructions, and other
technical
documentation.
*Maintains repairs, replaces or installs a broad range of electrical
equipment in
support of base construction and maintenance activities.
*Completes records, maintains tools and equipment, and performs various
clean-up
and housekeeping activities.
*Responsible for identifying proper materials, suitable for the use,
listed, and
as required for specific installations.
*Observes and follows all safety rules and procedures, including wearing
required
personal safety equipment.
*Performs other duties and activities as directed. Documented trade
experience and
training.
*I have worked as a Lineman, Construction, and Residential and in
commercial as an
electrician.
COMPUTER SKILLS
Microsoft Windows 95/98, Microsoft Office/Word/Excel/Access/PowerPoint 97,
Outlook, Photo shop Internet Explorer 4 SAP Computer
Centralized Operations Police Suite (COPS) The computer program that allows
me to
write Military Police Reports (MPR), and log my reports. I also can
research data
and information on those who are arrested or ticketed. I also log the 1805
and 1408
tickets I write into COPS.
CERTIFICATIONS
Criminal Justice Technology Certificate -Year received May 2004
Tri-County Technical College
South Carolina Criminal Justice Academy - Issued 04/10/1979
Reserve Police Officer Certificate
South Carolina Law Enforcement Division -Year received 1983
Conceal Weapons Permit
South Carolina Law Enforcement Division - Issued 03/03/2003
Texas Department of Public Safety
Commissioned Security Officer - Issued 02/15/2005
Secret Clearance -Issued 02/15/2005
30+ years I was on the First Responder Team at Owens Corning, I had many
hours
of training in First Aid and Fire Fighting. I have earned many
Certificates.
Detention Deputy Pre- Service Training - Issued 09/15/2005
National Incident Management System -IS-00700 FEMA - 09/08/ 2005
Basic Incident Command System -IS-00195 FEMA -09/08/2005
Certified to use RADAR also the hand held RADAR GUN. Issued 06/30/2007
Texas Department Public Safety