Benton Barnard
Muscatine,IA
Summary
AV Professional with over 10 years of leadership and technical expertise. Demonstrated ability to manage teams, streamline processes, and ensure operational efficiency in fast-paced environments. Holds CTS certification and excels in training staff and troubleshooting complex systems, driving productivity and quality in alignment with team lead responsibilities.
Versatile and skilled in machine operation and team management. Expertise includes enhancing operational ergonomics, training staff on advanced technologies, and implementing systems that drive productivity and compliance with safety standards.
Overview
1
1
Certification
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Machine Operator
Musco Sports Lighting
Muscatine, USA
06.2023 - Current
- Operated brake press, laser welder, embossing machines to consistently meet production targets
- Trained new employees on laser welder, press brake, sheet metal punch, stamp to expand team skill set
- Measured parts using calipers to verify specifications adherence
- Enhanced operational ergonomics to maintain highest employee safety standards
Assistant Manager
Dollar General
Newhall, USA
12.2019 - 04.2022
- Monitored team performance and filled in for absent staff or manager to maintain seamless operations
- Monitored team performance and filled in for absent staff to ensure uninterrupted operations
- Assisted customers with product guidance and resolved inquiries to improve overall satisfaction
- Supported cashiers during peak hours, facilitating efficient checkout and minimizing wait times
- Led store opening and closing procedures as keyholder, ensuring security and alarm system management
AV/CCTV/Desktop Support Technician
SMG
Davenport, USA
01.2015 - 05.2016
- Provided comprehensive desktop, AV, CCTV, and systems support, resolving technical issues for students and staff
- Managed AV checkout system and trained part-time and work-study employees to enhance operational workflows
- Provided desktop, AV, CCTV, and systems support, resolving technical issues for students and staff to ensure seamless technology access
- Managed AV checkout system and trained part-time and work-study employees, improving operational efficiency
- Resolved network, VoIP, and switch tickets while managing user groups via Active Directory to maintain system integrity
AV Specialist /Coordinator
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, USA
05.2008 - 01.2015
- Designed, installed, and maintained audio/visual systems including VTC and distributed audio, enhancing campus AV capabilities
- Managed AV checkout system and trained part-time and work-study employees, streamlining equipment access and enhancing operational efficiency
- Converted AV checkout from paper to computerized system with Outlook reminders, minimizing double bookings and optimizing equipment availability
- Earned Infocomm CTS certification and programmed Extron control panels, enhancing technical skills and service delivery
Custodian/Maintenance Coordinator
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, USA
05.2006 - 05.2008
- Scheduled campus floor maintenance work to ensure timely completion of shampooing, stripping, and waxing, enhancing overall cleanliness
- Trained and managed new employees, developing onboarding processes that improved team integration and effectiveness
- Trained and managed new employees, improving onboarding and team performance
- Led campus paper recycling program, increasing awareness of sustainability initiatives among staff and students
Education
CNC Machining (AAS) -
Kirkwood Community College
Cedar Rapids, IAGeneral (High School Diploma) -
Wetmer
Joy, ILSkills
- Machine operation
- Advanced machine controls
- Equipment maintenance
- Production quality assurance
- Process optimization
- Operational efficiency
- Safety adherence
- Scheduling
- Training
- Team supervision
- Leadership
- Problem-solving
- Microsoft Excel
- Interpersonal communication
Certification
- INFOCOMM CTS, 06/01/15, Present, The knowledge of best practices of all audio/visual equipment, installation, and troubleshooting.
- Forklift/Scissor Lift Certification, 03/01/14, Present, Operation of forklift and scissor lifts.
- Driver's License
Timeline
Machine Operator
Musco Sports Lighting
06.2023 - Current
Assistant Manager
Dollar General
12.2019 - 04.2022
AV/CCTV/Desktop Support Technician
SMG
01.2015 - 05.2016
AV Specialist /Coordinator
Kirkwood Community College
05.2008 - 01.2015
Custodian/Maintenance Coordinator
Kirkwood Community College
05.2006 - 05.2008
CNC Machining (AAS) -
Kirkwood Community College
General (High School Diploma) -
Wetmer