Dear Sir/Madam:

In reference to your recent opening for a position, my background extensively covers effective management skills, expanding administrative skills and quality customer service in the retail, construction, facilities maintenance, trades and carpentry professions with a proven record of getting the job done under budget and on time.

I am reliable, flexible, organized, detail-oriented, able to multi-task, as well as a professional dedicated to completing all tasks in a timely fashion. I am also a self-started who works well under pressure, and thrives working independently in a high paced environment. I am willing to learn, a team player, and open to suggestions.

I am currently searching for a company that could utilize my knowledge, skills and abilities. I know I would be an asset to your company if given an opportunity to introduce myself at your earliest convenience. I look forward to speaking with you in the future.

Sincerely,

Alvin Tatum

SUMMARY: Courteous and professional self-starter ready for a take-charge position requiring an individual who can make decisions and adapt to any job situation.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Captain White’s, Washington, DC 07/2019 - present

Security Guard

Secures premises and personnel by patrolling property; perform scheduled and random checks of designated areas throughout the facility to check for any security breaches; assist staff in securing area during an emergency; collaborate with other members of the security team to ensure that the facility is safe at all times; maintain a professional relationship with local police and fire departments.

Forman Mills, Washington, DC 02/2018 – 07/2019

Security Guard

Greet customers and check in and out all bags; patrol industrial and commercial premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure security of doors, windows, and gates; monitor and authorize entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and other persons to guard against theft and maintain security of premises.

Lace Home Improvements, Washington, DC 10/2000 – 05/2019

Apprentice Carpenter/Carpenter

Installed light bulbs, doors, cabinets, drywall, carpet; assisted in monitoring all work being performed by outside contractors; painted interior and exterior walls, responsible for alerting the management of any unusual occurrence and/or damage that may have taken place; maintained inventory levels; assist and resolve customer inquiries/complaints; disposed of waste.

Dollar Tree Stores, Landover & Lanham, MD 1/1997 – 9/2000

Assistant Freight Manager/Store Stock Clerk

Ordered store merchandise on weekly basis, assist store manager whenever possible, responsible for maintaining and providing weekly schedule to 20 personnel, stocked shelves on a daily basis to improve overall customer satisfaction and store environment.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS:

Job Corps, Washington, DC 9/1994 – 6/1997

(Received specialization training in security)

McKinley/Penn Technical High School, Washington, DC 9/1991– 6/1994

(Received certification in bindery and press operation)

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