Brandon Hodson
Career goal is to be the hardest working employee and leader, be the prime example of success, leadership, integrity, security and safety.
Experience
Education
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Tennessee Highway Patrol
The Tennessee Highway Patrol (THP) is a division of the Tennessee Department of Safety and Homeland Security, and its primary responsibility is to enforce traffic laws and ensure safety on Tennessee’s highways.
Enforce state and federal traffic laws, including speeding, DUI, seatbelt compliance, and other motor vehicle regulations to ensure public safety on Tennessee highways.
1.Investigate accidents, including collisions involving serious injuries or fatalities, collecting evidence, documenting scenes, and preparing detailed reports for law enforcement agencies and courts.
2.Respond to emergency situations such as vehicle accidents, hazardous material spills, and natural disasters, providing first aid, directing traffic, and assisting victims and other emergency personnel.
3.Conduct criminal investigations related to highway offenses, including drug trafficking, human trafficking, and other illegal activities on the roadways.
4.Participate in DUI checkpoints, vehicle safety inspections, and commercial vehicle enforcement initiatives to enhance road safety and prevent dangerous driving behavior.
5.Provide public education through outreach efforts, including safety presentations and awareness campaigns on topics such as seatbelt use, distracted driving, and impaired driving prevention.
6.Collaborate with local law enforcement, federal agencies, and other emergency responders in large-scale operations.
09/01/2023-01/08/2024
Roane County Sheriffs Office Deputy
1.Enforce Rules and Keep Order: Enforce Rules and Keep Order: Inside the prison or jail, correctional officers enforce rules and regulations. They maintain security by settling disputes between inmates, preventing disturbances, assaults, and escapes. Officers enforce regulations through effective communication and the use of progressive sanctions, which involve punishments, such as loss of privileges.
2.Supervise the Activities of Inmates: Correctional officers supervise the daily activities of inmates, ensuring that inmates obey the rules. They must also ensure the whereabouts of all inmates at all times. Officers also escort prisoners between the institution and courtrooms, medical facilities, and other destinations.
3.Search for Contraband Items: Officers search inmates and their living quarters for contraband, such as weapons and drugs. In addition officers are responsible for screening visitors and incoming mail to ensure contraband is not brought into the prison or jail.
4.Inspect Facilities to Ensure That They Meet Standards: Correctional officers periodically inspect facilities. They check cells and other areas for unsanitary conditions, contraband, signs of a security breach (such as tampering with window bars and doors), and any other evidence of violations of the rules.
5.Report on Inmate Conduct: Correctional officers must report any inmate who violates the rules. If a crime is committed within their institution or an inmate escapes, they help law enforcement authorities investigate and search for the escapee. Correctional Officers are responsible for writing reports and filling out daily logs detailing inmate behavior and anything else of note that occurred during their shift.
03/28/2022-03/01/2024
Owner/CEO Mattress Today Knoxville
1.Lead a team of sales associates to meet and exceed store goals.
2.Develop strategies to increase customer engagement, satisfaction, and closing out sales.
3.Marketing campaigning, innovative and cost saving techniques.
4.Monitor daily operations and schedules for the employees, ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.
5.Manage inventory levels, ordering new products as needed.
6.Train and develop new staff on product knowledge, customer service and selling techniques.
2009 – 2022
Energy Northwest/Hanford Nuclear reservation
Nuclear Security Officer/CAS/SCC/OJT
1.Provided physical protection of nuclear power generating facilities against intrusion and acts of sabotage. Security readiness and compliance with multiple agencies and be in line with NRC guidelines.
2.Performed security analysis following checks and patrols of designated areas on foot or in vehicles.
3.Watched for irregular or unusual conditions that may create security concerns or safety hazards.
4.Determined the authorization of persons to enter property and monitor entrances and exits.
5.Handling and classifying safeguards documents and material.
6.CAS (Central Alarm Station) operator, 5 years. Monitor alarm points, IDS zones and comp measures. Regulate door alarms and malfunctions, posting officers to alarms. Continuous monitoring of all cameras. Maintaining accurate records of security protocols and compliance daily.
7.Escorted and observed plant personnel to perform work safely and in a timely manner.
8.Monitored computer alarm systems, closed-circuit television systems and irregularities, participated in rigorous annual training, and evaluated.
9.Practiced personal accountability, questioning attitude, effective safety communication, leadership safety values and actions, decision-making, .
10.Responsible for access control in secured nuclear areas, vehicle searches, and physical and mechanical searches of personnel in protected areas.
11.Trained in weaponry tactics and radiological threat response.
12.Investigated and prepare records, reports, and other documentation on accidents, incidents, and suspicious activities.
13.Participated in the mentorship program in conjunction with the training of new hires.
14.Escorted and assisted vendors, employees, visitors, and vehicles in a courteous and professional manner inside protected and vital areas of the facility.
15.SCC (Security Communications Center) 6 years. Emergency Response, Emergency Preparedness, EP Drills with NRC, Badge Creation and Deletion, Daily Company and NRC denial list checked and daily site communication and annual drills. Proper documentation and compliance with company and NRC
16.OJT Trainer, train new hires of all their daily responsibilities, DBT strategies, safeguards and target sets. Evidence data to support their performance.
17.Union Steward from 2018-2022
2004-2009
Parry Jewelers
Sales Manager
1.Maintained opening/closing of the store, completed paperwork, money deposits, and jewelry inventory.
2.Successfully analyzed and resolved problems with the co-workers' daily responsibilities to associates.
3.Organized and file shipping, receiving, customer sizing, repair, sales, and return documentation.
4.Developed a high level of product knowledge for the merchandise in the department by reading vendor tags and pamphlets in order to communicate it to the customer.
5.Attended the customer service needs in a friendly and helpful manner when approached.
6.Greeted customers in a timely fashion while quickly determining their needs.
7.Followed up with over 15 customers each week to verify that they were satisfied with purchases.
2002-2004
US Air Force
Aviation Refueling
1.Responsible for the Fuel Retail Points and the Fuel System Supply Point.
2.Generated paperwork necessary for the squad, such as counseling statements, and pay inquiries, etc.
3.Responsible for formulating Physical Security Plans.
4.Checked on both vehicles & plant equipment, adhering to JIG & IATA regulations.
5.Adhered to strict time schedules and health and safety legislation.
6.Responsible for assigning duties, spot checks work adequacy and instructs and supervises subordinates in work techniques and procedures.
7.In charged of determining the source of product contamination in storage areas and pipelines and directs reclamation and disposition for petroleum products.
8.Responsible for the adherence to safety procedures and ensures the keeping of an efficient, clean, and safe work environment.
2001-2002
BYU-Idaho
2004-2006
YVCC
2006-2007
Idaho State University
Business Management
Skills
Integrity
Leadership
Excel, PowerPoint, Word
Staffing
Security
NRC regulations
CCTV
Weapons training and malfunctions
Security Readiness
Security Compliance
Documentation
Problem solving
Attention to detail
Firearms training
Protective Force Strategies
Contact
Brandon Hodson
143 Hamilton Rd
Kingston, TN 37763
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