Duties include monitoring the International Marine Terminal at Portland Maine for any potential and emerging security risks. This can range from simply performing routine perimeter sweeps of the Terminal to overtly confronting intruders or security breaches. Other duties include assisting the personnel at the Terminal with various tasks, ranging from composing and consolidating work spreadsheets to troubleshooting and inspecting terminal equipment (reach-stackers, container trucks and other associated vehicles). My position here requires that I have a Terminal Workers Identification Card (TWIC), and as such I am authorized to escort non-TWIC holders around the facility. I also interact (cordially and professionally) with the public and with facility tours as requested or as deemed necessary.Vessel security entails being on site for any vessel that is currently docked at the Terminal, monitoring the facility while the vessel is in harbor, and escorting crew members to and from the vessel across the facility.

Operate a non-DOT vehicle (<10,000 lbs) delivering and receiving parcels in the Southern Maine area. Ensure packages arrive at their destination safely and in a timely manner. Requires safe and competent driving skills and organizational skills.

Provided on site security for Holiday Inn by the Bay in Portland, Maine. Typical hours were 10PM-6AM on weekends and 2PM-10PM on weekdays. Overtime hours ranged from 6PM-6AM on weekends as needed. Job parameters involved monitoring the work site for damage, burglary, civil disturbance and anything else within this purview. The job also included assisting guests, either with disturbances or simple tasks like helping with luggage, giving directions or having a pleasant conversation to introduce them to Portland and make them feel welcome.