Joshua Maerker
Biloxi
Summary
Dynamic security professional with extensive experience at Brinks Security, adept at training personnel and enhancing team efficiency. Proven expertise in loss prevention and conflict resolution, complemented by strong interpersonal skills. Certified in small arms and security protocols, committed to maintaining safety and operational excellence in high-pressure environments.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Cash Security Transit Guard
Brinks Security
07.2021 - 04.2025
- Trained new guards on security protocols, improving team efficiency and readiness.
- Conducted training sessions for new security personnel to facilitate compliance with security protocols.
- Worked independently and collaboratively to resolve urgent issues to protect property.
- Maintain a courteous and professional demeanor while performing daily customer interactions
- Remain alert and prepared at all times, not only protecting the crew or premises against attack, but also watching for the accidental mishandling of packages that might result in a loss
- Reconcile customer deposits and receipts of all valuables handled throughout the daily scheduled run
Assistant Manager
Walmart
07.2007 - 06.2021
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized store environment to enhance the customer experience.
- Developed strong working relationships with staff, fostering a positive work environment.
- Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
- Managed inventory levels to minimize stockouts while reducing overhead costs.
- Mentored junior staff members in their professional development by offering guidance/support in their assigned roles.
- Enforced company policies consistently while handling disciplinary actions when necessary with fairness and respect.
- Scheduled staff shifts to ensure proper coverage during peak shopping hours without exceeding labor budgets.
- Boosted employee morale by recognizing outstanding performance and celebrating team accomplishments.
- Conducted employee performance evaluations, providing constructive feedback for growth and development.
- Implemented loss prevention strategies, significantly reducing shrinkage.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MSSkills
- State Security Guard Permit
- Tier 0 Basic Maintenance Technician for Diebold-Nixdorf, NCR and Hyosung ATMs
- Small Arms Qualified: FN 509, Taurus G3, M1911A1, Glock Models 19, 20, 21 and 22, Kel-Tec Sub2000, M4/M16 family of rifles, Remington 870
- OC Pepper Spray and Handcuffing techniques qulaifications
Timeline
Cash Security Transit Guard
Brinks Security
07.2021 - 04.2025
Assistant Manager
Walmart
07.2007 - 06.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Journalism
Mississippi State University
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