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Warrensburg, Mo

Warrensburg, Mo/Fairview Heights, Il

Opening November 2012

Scott Afb, Illinios

- Developed SharePoint solutions to improve internal employee coordination; implemented metadata descriptors to improve data structure and information retrieval- Produced training materials and equipment operational manuals for unique deployable equipment package- Led classroom and individualized training on wide range of communications equipment and installation practices and procedures- Developed LEAN solutions in work group environment to improve organizational operations; completed LEAN facilitator training to lead process improvement events

Scott Afb, Il

- Successfully led teams of 2 to 50 technicians; fulfilled unique customer requirements by installing communications networks nation wide- Determined schedules, sequences, and assignments for work activities, based on work priority, quantity of equipment, and skill of personnel- Compiled operational records, production records, inventory data, repair and maintenance statistics, and test results to determine trends and adjust stock levels to meet production demands- Conversed with customers to determine details of equipment problems; managed and prioritized customer work orders to best meet organization requirements- Installed and configured new equipment, including operating software or peripheral equipment; advised customers concerning equipment operation, maintenance, or programming

Soto Cano Ab, Honduras

- Supervised maintenance actions for $40M airfield communications system; responsible for flight safety- Ensured compliance with stringent air traffic control standards; drove equipment availability rate to 99.9%, highest rates within the command- Provided project management oversight for languishing air traffic control tower installation. Aggressively pushed project and ensured on time completion- Authored maintenance management instruction; eliminated maintenance planning shortfalls and established key responsibilities for operations of flight- Identified and lead resolution of over 30 safety deficiencies; ensured technician and operator work space met stringent safety requirements

Scott Afb, Il

- Reviewed technical manuals for procedural accuracy, documented technical procedures - Read blueprints, schematics, manuals, or other specifications to determine installation procedures.- Tested faulty equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test equipment or software, and applying knowledge of the functional operation of electronic units and systems.- Inspected components of industrial equipment for accurate assembly and installation or for defects, such as loose connections or frayed wires.- Installed repaired equipment in various settings, such as industrial or military establishments.- Examined work orders and converse with equipment operators to detect equipment problems- Performed scheduled preventive maintenance tasks, such as checking, cleaning, or repairing equipment, to detect and prevent problems.- Installed and tested industrial equipment to ensure that it functions properly.- Repaired and adjusted equipment, machines, or defective components, replaced worn parts.- Maintained equipment logs that record performance problems, repairs, calibrations, or tests.- Calibrated testing instruments and installed or repaired equipment to prescribed specifications

Whiteman Afb, Missouri

- Provided first line customer support to organizations up to 2,000 people; accomplished first look maintenance actions and elevated to next higher maintenance level if required.- Conversed with customers to determine details of equipment problems; managed and prioritized customer work orders to best meet organization requirements.- Installed and configured new equipment, including operating software or peripheral equipment; advised customers concerning equipment operation, maintenance, or programming.- Work center continually identified as best support cell within the communications organization.- Outstanding communication skills; proven to resolve stressful situations in a professional manner

Bachelor Of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Computer/Information Technology Administration And Management, 3.95

Associate Of Arts And Sciences (Aas), Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician, 4.0