Edward Coolidge
PO Box 209 Marshall, TX
75671 ~ (903) 407-9478 ~ info@wittyinventor.com
Profile
Skilled and qualified electronics repair professional with 17 years expertise
in monitoring / maintenance of circuit boards, processors, chips, electronic
equipment, and computer hardware and software, telecommunications systems,
business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource
allocation, human resources modeling, leadership technique, production methods,
and coordination of people and resources. Vast mastery of installing equipment,
machines, wiring, or programs to meet specifications and performing routine
maintenance on equipment and determining when and what kind of maintenance is
needed.
|
·
Computers
& Electronics |
·
Technology-enabled Communications |
|
·
Telecommunication Systems |
·
Engineering & Technology |
|
·
Administration & Management ·
Systems Evaluation ·
Business Development Strategies ·
PLC’s ·
Motor Controls ·
Biomedical Equipment Repair ·
Refrigeration Principles ·
Calibration |
·
Troubleshooting/Configuration ·
Leadership & Teambuilding ·
Equipment Selection ·
Robotics ·
Ladder Logic ·
Research and Development ·
Hydraulics ·
Teaching |
Significant Accomplishments
-
1 of 6 Navy personnel appointed support US Army operations in
Bosnia Herzegovina.
-
Developed and Installed Six FM 1500 Watt Radio Stations, 1-10K
Watt AM Radio Station, and 1-LOS TV Station from Serbia to Sarajevo and acted as
Disc Jockey for Radio IFOR.
-
Launched personal business with only $4,000.00 and 1 client and
grew the company in 12 months to $300K gross and a client base of 1,200.
-
Awarded two accolades for ability to reduce spending of taxpayers’
money by the Navy.
Professional Experience
Dominion Biomedical International,Biomedical Technician
- Provide medical equipment repair services and preventative maintenance
for customers in the healthcare industry
- Collaborate with medical professionals to ensure the highest levels
of quality, convenience, and overall satisfaction
- Support various manufacturers and repair all makes and models of
medical equipment, operative and surgical instruments, and sterilizers
- Actively promote the company’s service offerings as a Sales
Representative and Brochure Designer
Alcatel/Lucent Technologies, RF
Bench Technician
·
Test
and evaluate newly manufactured 9500 series radios. Perform corrective maintenance and calibrate
to manufactures specifications. Radio
frequency ranges: 6 – 11.8ghz
·
Replace
Surface mount components as required.
ATM Repair Technician, 7/2006 – Present
FCTI, Los Angles, California
- Install, service, adjust, or repair ATMs adjust and repair and replace defective mechanical and electrical parts.
- Contact repair personnel or arrange for the removal of machines when major repairs are required.
- Disassemble and assemble machines, according to specifications.
- Inspect machines and meters to determine causes of malfunctions and fix minor problems such as jammed bills.
- Record activity information on forms or logs and note difficulties.
TV, Electronics, & Appliance Technician, 6/2006 – 10/2008
Bammel TV, Electronics and Appliances, Houston, Texas
Responsible for startup repair services for new LG account.
- Adjusted and repaired LG products to include: TV’s, Refrigerators, Ovens, Washing Machines, Dryers, Microwave Ovens, and Dish Washers.
- Calibrated car stereos, hi-fi electronics, desktop and laptop computers, amplifiers, and digital devices.
- Disassembled and repaired equipment by various manufacturers: Asko, Samsung, La Cornue, Haier, Bosch, GE, Frigidaire, Kenmore, Whirlpool, and Avanti.
- Examined appliances and electronics to diagnose malfunction, using work aids and specifications.
- Stood as key developer of Microsoft SBS2008, Terminal Servers, Desktop Support, and Remote deployment of Laptops for field service technicians.
Repairman, 3/2006 – 6/2006
Self Employed, Various Locations
- Diagnosed and repaired refrigerators, stoves, washing machines, dryers, freezers, ovens, dish washers, TV’s, radios, microwaves, coffee makers, music amplifiers, cable boxes, computers, and laptops.
- Troubleshot components level, ordered parts, rebuilt, and painted electronics.
- Performed other non-repair functions including advertising, sales, pickup and delivery, invoicing and collections.
Computer Systems / Senior Level Systems Designer/Installer, 2005
Self – Employed, Houston, TX
- Installed and configured T-1 internets and intranets and deployed active directory structures.
- Supported local area networks (LAN), wide area networks (WAN), and network servers, top level corporate domains, inter-office structure, and Windows 2003 Small Business Servers.
- Maintained remote access services, integrated centralized documents, faxes, printers, and databases.
- Monitored network to ensure network availability to all system users and perform necessary maintenance to support network availability such as virus and firewall services.
- Supervised other network support and client server specialists and plan, coordinate, and implement network security measures.
Technician, 1/2005 – 4/2005
Oasis Communications LLC, Houston, TX
- Serviced or repaired telephones, internet, wireless, networking,
digital television devices, and other communication equipment on
customers' property.
- Installed equipment in new locations or install wiring and
telephone jacks in buildings under construction.
- Performed map reading and proper reconciliation of paperwork
Equipment Installation of Category 3 and 5 Installation and configuration
of VOIP Telephone Systems.
- Diagnosed and corrected problems from remote locations, using
special switchboards to find the sources of problems.
- Dug holes or trenches as necessary for equipment installation and
access.
- Drove crew trucks to and from work areas.
- Examined telephone transmission facilities to determine
requirements for new or additional telephone services.
- Inspected aerial/underground cables and house wiring on a regular
basis in order to ensure proper functioning.
- Installed updated software, and programs that maintain existing
software and/or provide requested features such as time-correlated call
routing.
Administrative Consultant / Technical Coordinator & Sales Manager, 2003 – 2004
TransAmerica Convention Services, Inc., Houston, Texas
- Directed the success of 4 person sales force.
- Spearheaded consulting activities focused on processes design, installation, and maintenance of LAN for 10 Users.
- Defined standard operation procedures based on need for greater, more efficient communication among employees.
- Instituted sales lead proposal database and instructed staff on client relations methods and strategies.
Computer Systems Manager, 2002 – 2003
Banyan Tree Day School and Learning Center, San Diego, California
- Consulted with teachers to determine technology needs and provide up-to-date solutions.
- Successfully wired 2-story building for LAN system, telephone system, and audio communications.
- Installed NT Servers, Exchange Server, backup solution, virus protection and security, cabinets, installation and configuration of 50 PC's, 20 telephones, and fax services.
- Customized company website.
Owner / Retail / Technical Engineer/Manager, 1998 – 2003
Computer Pulse, Santee, CA
- Launched retail startup company and directed the success of full time and part time technicians, administrative assistants, sales and accounting personnel.
- Delivered technical assistance to small companies and home end users in computer systems, LAN integration, software integration, telephone systems, and training.
****Additional experience as Electronics Technician Supervisor 1st Class in the US NAVY. ****
Education & Certification
Texas A & M Commerce BAAS 2013
Texas State Technical College
Associates Degree Biomedical Equipment Technologies and Mechatronics
Austin Community College
US Navy: Basic Electronics
& Electricity ~ Advanced Electricity ~ HF Communication Systems Specialist
~ GEPETE Calibrations
San Diego City College, NARTE
and CET Certifications
Professional development courses from Samsung, LG, Asko, Mitsubishi, Sony, Samsung, and Toshiba
- NARTE / ISCET / MSP / EPA Universal Refrigeration Certifications