Kirk Mortenson, Pmp Email & Phone Number

Orlando, FL, US

Nevada, United States

Managing Information Technologies projects through MSTS for the Nevada National Security Sites.

Mercury Nevada

Contract Change. MSTS gained the SOC contract.

North Las Vegas, Nevada, United States

• My primary job is to create the graphical interface of the Argus system for modifications and new installations. In addition, I work with the Argus and IT teams to maintain and upgrade the Argus security system.
• Drafting New Argus layouts and assisting the engineering department with drafting projects.
• Upgrading and troubleshooting network and Firewall systems. Copper and fiberoptic.
• Upgrading servers and workstations.
• Redesign power distribution for equipment racks.
• Assist with Protective force training as a player and OPFOR Controller.

Las Vegas, Nevada Area

• Promoted to the engineering department I worked with the Engineers to draft and designed new and modify existing systems using Lenel integrated with EBI. Working with the engineers I utilized my project management.
• Revised the existing drawing title block to reflect the new contract company and update the current workflow.
• Worked in secure areas and challenging environments to collect information for security systems design.
• Created Drafting standards for gathering field information and initial review and as-built drawings.
• Instituted paperless review and digital signatures reducing hardcopy waste and increasing security.
• Created new accurate templates block libraries with attributes for additional information.

Las Vegas, Nevada Area

• I have assisted and led various installations of electronic security equipment including Lenel, Argus, and EBI systems.
• Documented and implemented maintenance plans for other security sensor systems and projects.
• Developed and programmed automated systems to replace manual maintenance tasks.
• Drafted layout sheets to assist with Fabrication.
• Member of the Centerra / Lidos and SOC (after contract change) Safety Committee.

Las Vegas, Nevada

• I was hired at Believe and initially tasked to increase Automation system reliability and reduce crew turnover. Due to my success I was asked to assist and backup the Operations Production Manager and to fill in as.
• Designed, updated and adapted control systems for new illusions
• Worked with Manufacturer to upgrade components to improve system reliability including power supplies, break contactors and component level redesign of sensor modules.
• Completed manufacturer approved component level upgrades on intelligent chain hoists.
• Revised short and long term maintenance procedures, operational protocols and risk assessments to increase safety and increase efficiency.
• Created new documentation and engineering to bring existing equipment up to current standards.

Chiba, Japan

While working at Believe I was requested by Cirque du Soleil to return to Japan after the 2011 Tōhoku earthquake as the Automation Technical Manager to work with the manufacturer and assist the Japanese Automation team to inspect, repair and assure a safe Automation system.

Chiba, Japan

• Recruited for a 9 month contract to assist the Automation management team on the production install. I was selected for both my exceptional technical ability as well as my soft skills that would be needed in this.
• Installed electric winches, hydraulic, pneumatic and magnetic release systems.
• Preformed all initial equipment acceptance testing.
• Improved winch installation techniques. Increased productivity from 1 winch in 3 days to 3 winches in a day.
• Worked with the automation supplier to streamline the automation system and increase reliability.
• With a translator I managed and trained a primarily Japanese speaking 14 person Automation Team.

Las Vegas, Nevada

• The first technician hired by Cirque du Soleil to install “O”, a water theater featuring a 1.5-million-gallon pool for a stage and cutting-edge technology. I was the primary diver for the pool test facility during.
• Installed the first large-scale GFCI underwater dimmable lighting system.
• Created the Safety protocols for electrical water safety.
• Designed and drafted the underwater lift cable management system and various lighting positions.
• Responsible for underwater maintenance for the Lighting and Automation scuba teams.
• Upgraded the system Drives and multiple telemetry and control systems.

Utah National Guard C CO 19th Special Forces Group Airborne

Army Ordnance School, 2nd highest graduation score in the history of the Light Weapons SchoolPrimarily Leadership Development CourseAirborne school Secret clearanceSpecial Forces Selection and AssessmentHonorable Discharge

Associate Of Applied Science - As, Computer Information Systems, A

additional certificates in: Programming and Back-end web design

Engineering

Activities and Societies: Assistant coach fencing class, president / founder of the fencing club, ROTC Ranger team, Rifle Team / Coach