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I skillfully installed and repaired advanced HVAC systems, such as humidity control systems for air handlers, according to manufacturing and internal specifications. I efficiently monitored elevator repairs completed by an outside contractor, changed lamps and ballasts and tested electrical circuitry daily in the facility-related manufacturing support systems. I deftly analyze and interpret data from facilities equipment and inspect and make minor repairs to burglar and fire alarm systems. I proficiently refurbished furniture, ordered replacement pieces when necessary, stooped, climbed ladders, and lifted heavy loads during event set-up. In addition, I actively performed PMs on heat pumps throughout three buildings and maintained sprinkler systems, domestic water systems and fire pumps

Chippewa Falls, Wi

I diligently assist in developing, revising, and administering operating policies, procedures, and guidelines, including computerized work. I regularly report on using the distributed learning classroom every month using statistics and descriptive narratives. In addition, I develop and provide program activities schedules and maintain a schedule of their current activities. I advise and assist instructors in developing products and delivery materials for course delivery utilizing the multi-media capabilities of the distributed learning classroom. I deftly contribute to developing the distributed learning program's resource needs, offer recommendations for resolving existing or forecasted shortfalls, and cooperate with other State employees responsible for its operations. I also test, implement, and manage the Internet, Intranet, and Extranet activities, including systems/applications usage and technical management of links to websites accessed through the distributed learning classroom.

Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, United States

The ability to understand how computers work and operate to diagnose hardware issues and continue to run diagnostics on hardware. Manual and power hand tools were used to reduce scrap costs by minimizing handling errors. I was directly responsible for maintaining tools and a safe & clean work area, maintaining successful communication and working relationship with management & peers of all levels and reciprocating professional, team-oriented performance. Assist peers as needed and perform other duties as assigned. I was also responsible for discerning between hardware failures and replacing hardware components that failed during the diagnostic test runs. I efficiently utilized online methods and work instructions to complete starting and identifying issues on hardware at a system level. I replaced server components, including installing processors, DIMMs, PCA boards, cables, heat sinks, and other high-value materials. Through a comprehensive understanding of the general/technical aspects of the job, I successfully developed knowledge of job skills, company policies, and procedures to complete a wide variety of complex assignments/tasks. I efficiently worked on complex assignments requiring ordinary problem resolution and independent judgment. I worked under limited supervision and usually received limited instructions on routine work and general instructions for new assignments.

Menomonie, Wisconsin, United States

I was directly responsible for planning, directing, and overseeing the operations of the CNIT department within UW-Stout. I worked collaboratively with Student Workers and Professors of CNIT/CMGM/PHOTO to develop, update, and implement annual department needs and worked with Human Resources staff to recruit, interview, hire, and employ Student Lab workers that fit CNIT/CMGM/PHOTO department requirements and terminate individuals that did not. I expertly trained Student Workers to perform maintenance, test, configure and provide technical support for hardware, software, and other communication equipment. I proficiently assisted Professors with hardware/software support and using assessment data to plan instruction and led employees to meet the CNIT department expectations for productivity, quality, and goal accomplishment. I also assisted Professors in developing and implementing effective classroom management strategies, instructional planning, and classroom organization, as needed. I assisted Professors in designing programs to meet the needs of all students and conferred with Professors regarding classroom observations and developing collaborative teams. I managed the Communications Technology Department's operations, budgets, and finances. I skillfully planned and implemented systems that performed the functions and fulfilled the department's mission and goals efficiently and effectively—I also established and maintained relevant controls and feedback systems to monitor the operation of the CNIT department.

Masters, Information Systems

B. S., Industrial Technology

General Education