Michael Garcia
Pueblo
Summary
Skilled correctional officer with knowledge in safety, working in a secure correctional facility, and maintaining control while holding offenders accountable. Skilled Maintenance Technician with background in performing routine and preventative maintenance tasks. Demonstrates strong troubleshooting abilities, adept at diagnosing faults and conducting repairs in a timely manner. Proven ability to improve efficiency through effective equipment upgrades and modifications. Known for improving safety standards and adhering to all regulations and guidelines during repair and maintenance processes.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
State of Colorado Department of Corrections
Pueblo
07.2020 - 08.2023
- Monitored inmate activities to maintain security and order within the facility.
- Conducted regular inspections of cells and common areas for safety compliance.
- Responded to emergencies, ensuring swift resolution and maintaining control.
- Implemented safety protocols while transporting inmates to various locations.
- Assisted in conflict resolution among inmates to promote a safe environment.
- Documented incidents and reported observations to supervisory staff promptly.
- Detected potential threats and quickly defused conflicts.
- Interacted with inmates in an effort to reduce tension between them and maintain a peaceful atmosphere within the facility.
- Monitored video surveillance systems to observe prisoner activity throughout the correctional facility.
Welder
Everest steel mill
Pueblo
06.2018 - 07.2020
- Operated welding equipment to fabricate steel components for industrial applications.
- Interpreted blueprints and schematics to ensure precise welding layouts.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a safe and organized work environment.
- Inspected welds for quality and compliance with industry standards.
- Maintained tools and equipment to ensure optimal performance and safety.
- Assisted in training new welders on proper techniques and safety protocols.
- Adjusted welding parameters based on material type and thickness requirements.
- Participated in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
- Set up welding machines based on the job at hand.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Used welding skills to help repair and maintain heavy-duty machinery.
- Set up equipment and welded parts according to welding chart specifications and type.
- Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
- Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
- Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, and furnace shells.
- Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.
- Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
Machinest 1# 2#
Progress Rail
Pueblo
06.2014 - 07.2018
- Operated CNC machines to manufacture precision parts according to specifications.
- Set up and calibrated tools for efficient machining tasks across various projects.
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance and adherence to standards.
- Maintained equipment by performing regular cleaning and minor repairs as needed.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow and production schedules.
- Followed safety protocols and maintained a clean work environment consistently.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical drawings to ensure accurate machining processes.
- Assisted in training new employees on machine operation and safety procedures.
- Performed routine maintenance on machinery, including lubrication, cleaning.
- Read blueprints, sketches, drawings, manuals, specifications or sample part to determine dimensions and tolerance of finished work piece.
- Changed worn cutting tools as needed during operation.
- Adjusted machine feed and speed, changed cutting tools, or adjusted machine controls when automatic programming was faulty or if machines malfunctioned.
- Calculated dimensions and tolerances using knowledge of mathematics and instruments such as micrometers or vernier calipers.
- Followed written instructions to set up and operate manual equipment and computer-controlled production machines.
- Set up and operated various machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments.
- Drilled holes in parts using drill presses.
- Operated hand tools, drill presses, riveting machines and tap burners to safely produce projects.
- Fabricated tools, jigs and fixtures to meet manufacturing and engineering needs.
Building Maintenance
progress rail
Pueblo
06.2014 - 07.2018
- Ensured that all building maintenance operations were completed in a timely, cost-effective manner.
- Maintained oversight of all building maintenance activities, including scheduling contractors for repairs and preventive maintenance.
- Contacted building maintenance with facility-related requests.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving building maintenance needs.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations related to building maintenance or repairs.
Education
GED -
Pueblo Community College
Pueblo, CO07-2013
Monition Institue
Skills
- Inmate supervision
- Conflict resolution
- Safety compliance
- Emergency response
- Security protocols
- Incident documentation
- Equipment maintenance
- Team collaboration
- Quality assurance
- Effective communication
- Building Maintenace
Timeline
Correctional Officer
State of Colorado Department of Corrections
07.2020 - 08.2023
Welder
Everest steel mill
06.2018 - 07.2020
Machinest 1# 2#
Progress Rail
06.2014 - 07.2018
Building Maintenance
progress rail
06.2014 - 07.2018
GED -
Pueblo Community College
Monition Institue
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