Brian Blocksidge
Wilmington,NC
Summary
Dynamic and enthusiastic Axis Certified Professional possessing excellent communication and mechanical aptitude. Demonstrates a strong motivation to learn and adeptly solve problems efficiently. Delivers comprehensive answers and solutions while ensuring an outstanding customer experience.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Electronics Technician in Physical Security & Lock
UNCW
06.2023 - Current
- Maintain and repair physical security infrastructure, including doors, card readers, and control panels, to ensure their optimal performance and prevent potential issues.
- Conduct routine maintenance and repair tasks on security camera systems to uphold their functionality and ensure continuous surveillance capabilities.
- Support the potential implementation of new physical security doors and/or security camera systems, providing assistance and expertise to ensure smooth integration and effective operation.
- Provide support to the locksmith department by aiding in rekeys, core changes, addressing door hardware issues, and assisting with installations as needed.
- Ensured consistent quality control by conducting thorough inspections of completed work
- Developed comprehensive floor diagrams with security camera locations.
- Achieved operational excellence in all assigned projects while adhering to strict safety protocols at all times
- Reviewed and interpreted service manuals, specifications, wiring diagrams, and blueprints
- Responded quickly to emergency calls, limiting equipment downtime
Business Owner/Operator
Let Freedom Clean Power Washing, LLC
05.2021 - Current
- Engage with customers to understand their requirements and recommend optimal solutions.
- Utilize quick decision-making and extensive research to effectively address issues.
- Maintain the functionality and organization of building areas and equipment to enhance business productivity.
- Act as a key stakeholder overseeing the entirety of organizational operations.
- Address customer inquiries regarding pricing, products, procedures, and materials utilized.
- Conduct inspections of washing tools, equipment, and materials to identify damage or repair needs.
- Safely and efficiently operate pressure and soft washing equipment to meet job specifications.
- Ensure equipment is well-maintained and correctly stored between tasks.
Amazon and Ebay Merchant
Self Employed
06.2012 - 04.2021
- Tracked customer shipment requirements to improve customer satisfaction while increasing service efficiencies
- Analyzed current business plan, identified inefficiencies in existing processes, and tracked performance following implementation of improvements
- Identified and resolved process issues to encourage smoother procedures, more efficient workflow and overall business growth
- Sorted incoming mail and faxes and expedited urgent correspondence for immediate attention
- Inspected inbound and outbound products for compliance with established industry standards, company policies and procedures
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated agreements between parties in order to reach win-win solutions to disagreements and clarify misunderstandings
Vehicle Mechanic
Self Employed
02.2009 - 03.2019
- Maintained tight schedules by coordinating and completing efficient repairs
- Maintained high standards of quality for work performed in accordance with regulatory and customer demands
- Performed standardized tests and diagnostics procedures to identify fault locations and devise corrective actions
- Changed vehicle oil and replaced filter
- Read and followed technical documentation to complete accurate repairs
- Checked brake systems and determined need of pad replacement, disc turning or other maintenance requirements
- Test drove vehicles to determine problems and test repairs
- Rotated and balanced tires to ensure even wear
- Measured depth of current tire tread and educated customers about dangers of low tread
- Assessed vehicle maintenance status and completed mileage-based services, including changing out belts, filling fluids and replacing gaskets
Vending Machine Owner & Operator
BWB Vending
11.2012 - 04.2017
- Arranged and secured materials in chucks, fixtures, or automatic feeding mechanisms
- Followed technical documentation, including tooling instructions and product specifications to determine and implement operational sequences
- Dismantled machinery to access, remove and replace worn components and keep production within optimal tolerances
- Supervised and adjusted machinery when necessary, reducing downtime
- Maintained equipment performance by completing routine maintenance actions such as lubricating and cleaning components
- Monitored machine settings and adjusted to correct malfunctions or errors
Agriculture Tent Assistant
Cape Fear Fair & Expo
10.2013 - 11.2016
- Assisted in set-up and tear-down of agriculture exhibits and displays
- Assisted Agriculture Tent Manager in obtaining products and display items from NC State Fair
- Secured and transported exhibits from NC State Fair to Cape Fear Fair
- Assisted in agriculture tent layout design
- Completed all other assigned fair projects in detail oriented and timely manner
Skills
- Axis Certified
- Preventive maintenance
- Repair Planning
- Brake systems understanding
- Inventory coordination
- Cost-benefit analysis
- Self-motivated
- Transactions reconciliation
- Product procurement
- Estimate preparation
- Safety awareness
- Verbal and written communication
- Project support
- Issue resolution
- Product and service knowledge
Timeline
Electronics Technician in Physical Security & Lock
UNCW
06.2023 - Current
Business Owner/Operator
Let Freedom Clean Power Washing, LLC
05.2021 - Current
Agriculture Tent Assistant
Cape Fear Fair & Expo
10.2013 - 11.2016
Vending Machine Owner & Operator
BWB Vending
11.2012 - 04.2017
Amazon and Ebay Merchant
Self Employed
06.2012 - 04.2021
Vehicle Mechanic
Self Employed
02.2009 - 03.2019
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