Adam Xavier Zannini
Coventry,RI
Summary
Experienced Technical Assistant able to handle technical problems in a self-directed and analytical manner. Good documentation and reporting skills with a solid understanding of customer, team and vendor relations. Looking for a challenging long-term field service technician position with the opportunity for career growth.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Technical Aide
General Dynamics Electric Boat
Groton , CT
2016.12 - Current
- Installed technical hardware in smooth and orderly manner
- Build, install, and test fiber optic connectors and fusion spicing
- Measured and read DMM, meggers, and micrometers using electrical and mechanical testing instruments
- Organized and maintained detailed records for many tasks on equipment use, materials logs and circulation activities
- Developed test methodology to check product features and devised test plans for modules
- Interpreted electric and electronic schematics and mechanical layouts to diagnose equipment problems
- Completed inspections and diagnostic procedures to identify problems and optimal resolutions
- Built prototype circuitry and modified board designs to better monitor and control operational safety
- Installed and updated wiring, programmable logic controllers and AC/DC drives
Electronic Mechanic
General Dynamics Electric Boat
Groton , CT
2016.04 - 2016.12
- Read and understand work packages along with drawings
- Install cables, and studs to accommodate cable-ways
- Termination of copper cables via connector plug or hardwired hook-up into terminal boxes, power panels, cut out switches, and other equipment
- Fiber optic terminations and Blown Optical Fiber installation
- Test, diagnose and repair fiber optic cabling
- Close Bulkhead penetrations such as stuffing tubes and Multi Cable Plugs
- Mounting and grounding equipment
- Training others on proper methods for cable installation, termination, and grooming
- Motivating other employees to accomplish tasks at hand properly, in a safe and timely manner
- Identified and corrected defects to bring completed products in line with tolerances
Alteration Install Technician II
Prism Maritime
Chesapeake , VA
2012.08 - 2016.04
- Entrusted with training all new employees on various tasks, to include proper methods of cable-way grooming, banding, multi cable transit, stuffing tubs, connector building, and hardwired hookups
- Evaluated each assigned employee's capabilities and job knowledge to effectively create strong work teams, which capitalized on each person's strengths and cohesiveness in order to maximize productivity and ensure the highest quality standards
- Routinely tasked with supervising work crews, of up to 20 workers, on various tasks
- Received training and certification from KITCO fiber optics
- Mounted equipment racks, power panels , terminal boxes, and other electrical equipment, and terminated connections
- Planned and executed cable routes, locations of cut out switches, connection boxes, power panels and other various electrical equipment
- Tested and inspected copper cables, connectors, hard-wire hook ups, and fiber connections
- Diagnosed and repaired electrical components
- Read and understand Ship Alteration (SHIPALT) drawing packages
- Inspected work spaces for the presence of asbestos while assuring spaces are clear of hazardous gases
- Installed the following electronic/electrical system upgrade packages on US Navy ships:
- Consolidated Afloat Networks and Enterprise Services
- Aircraft Carrier Tactical Support System
- Situational Awareness Bridge Display System
- Inter-range instrumentation group
- Digital Helm/Ship's Control System
- Aviation Data Management and Control System
- Security Surveillance System
- Joint Biological Point Detection System
- Consolidated Automated Support System
- Collective Protection System
- Prism Maritime awarded me their Junior Employee of the Year Award in 2013
- Chemical Biological Radio-logical Defense Division of Naval Surface Warfare presented me with a Letter of Appreciation for my participation in retrofitting the Merchant Vessel Cape Ray to assure safe transport and disposal of Syrian chemical weapons
Garage Foreman
Tubbs Used Auto Parts
Norfolk , VA
2010.01 - 2012.08
- Managed quality assurance program including on site evaluations, internal audits and customer surveys
- Developed and organized parts inventory system to enhance sales efficiency
- Saved money by researching and implementing cost-saving initiatives and creating fresh new approaches to long-standing problems
- Supervised up to 10 workers in providing excellent customer sale and service
- Removed and installed engines, transmissions, major components and body panels from vehicles
- Operated and maintained forklift and tire-loader
- Welded various steel and aluminum parts
- Assessed all necessary shop equipment to promote proper and safe working condition
- Hired, trained and monitored performance of technicians and parts professionals, training all employees
- Assigned work to team members and inspected all work for quality and compliance
- Performed routine and reparative maintenance for company freight and trucks
Yard Foreman
K & R Salvage
North Providence , RI
2007.02 - 2010.01
- Performed general building and property maintenance; to include yard care
- Handled day-to-day shipping and receiving, typically overseeing more than 25 packages per day
- Led warehouse improvement initiatives to advance operational efficiencies and increase revenue
- Removed and installed engines, transmissions, major components and body panels from vehicles
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies and safety procedures for rapid on-boarding
- Inspected and tested all parts for serviceability to assure customer satisfaction
- Maintained vehicle and parts inventory
- Operated forklift and tire-loader
- Made various stick weld repairs to machinery
Electrician Apprentice
Zannini Electric
Providence , RI
2000.01 - 2010.01
- Moved equipment, supplies and tools to work locations to assist master electrician in completing skilled work
- Pulled wire through conduits and through holes in walls and floors
- Checked measurements and completed accurate cuts to prevent materials waste and maintain cost controls
- Reduced material waste by 35%
- Inspected and tested electrical systems to identify connection issues and other faults affecting system performance
- Gathered parts supplies and tools in preparation for each workday or new job
- Read and interpreted drawings, circuit diagrams and electrical code specifications to determine wiring layouts for building automation systems
- Tested continuity of circuits using test equipment to ensure compatibility and safety of systems following installation, replacement or repair
- Assisted master electrician with maintenance, installation and upgrades on power panels, lights, receptacles, switches, including numerous other electrical system components
- Troubleshoot and repaired various electrical discrepancies
- Installed both rigid conduit and MC flexible cable
- Connected, repaired, overhauled and tested electrical equipment, both alternating and direct current
- Dug trenches and created holes to pull conduit and install supports
- Put in new new electrical components, fixtures and motors
Education
GED -
CALEC
Cranston, RI2003
Skills
- Mechanical testing instruments
- Electrical testing knowledge
- AC and DC motors
- Strong mechanical aptitude
- Quality control
- Troubleshooting and repair
- Mechanical background
Additional Information
- Secret Security Clearance - U.S. Government
Timeline
Technical Aide
General Dynamics Electric Boat
2016.12 - Current
Electronic Mechanic
General Dynamics Electric Boat
2016.04 - 2016.12
Alteration Install Technician II
Prism Maritime
2012.08 - 2016.04
Garage Foreman
Tubbs Used Auto Parts
2010.01 - 2012.08
Yard Foreman
K & R Salvage
2007.02 - 2010.01
Electrician Apprentice
Zannini Electric
2000.01 - 2010.01
GED -
CALEC
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