Brian Christopher Lee
Elgin
Summary
As a 2002 high school graduate with an associate’s degree in fire science in 2002, I have relocated from rural Indianapolis, Indiana to Houston, Texas and now reside in Austin, Texas. I am currently pursuing a career opportunity in a field that profits from my knowledge, skills, and my determination to learn and perfect, to the best of my abilities, with any task at hand. My experience ranges from residential and commercial construction, to setting up displays, and reading and uploading schematics and blueprints. I am computer literate, and a strong typist. I have great leadership skills with an understanding of others’ perspective on anything to do with the job at hand. I have been working and learning since my freshman year of high school, and definitely have an appreciation for hard work and a willingness to sacrifice to get the job done the correct and safest way.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Engineer Technician
Fairmont Hotel & Resorts
Austin, TX
08.2024 - Current
- Operated and maintained advanced engineering systems for optimal performance and reliability.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues efficiently.
- Developed and implemented preventative maintenance plans to ensure equipment longevity and safety compliance.
- Conducted detailed inspections of engineering systems, identifying areas for improvement and enhancement.
- Enhanced product quality with thorough testing procedures and detailed documentation.
- Reduced equipment downtime by conducting regular maintenance and troubleshooting tasks.
- Contributed to cost reduction efforts through effective resource utilization and waste minimization techniques.
- Provided technical expertise during customer meetings to clarify requirements, address concerns, or propose alternative solutions when necessary.
- Trained junior technicians in proper procedures, enhancing overall team performance and skill levels.
- Performed work according to project schedules and high quality standards.
- Read and interpreted blueprints, technical drawings, schematics, and computer-generated reports.
Engineer Technician
Hilton Garden Inn Hotel
Austin, Texas
01.2022 - 01.2024
- Maintained accurate records of equipment calibration, inspection results, and completed repairs for regulatory compliance purposes.
- Performed work according to project schedules and high quality standards.
- Trained junior technicians in proper procedures, enhancing overall team performance and skill levels.
- Reduced equipment downtime by conducting regular maintenance and troubleshooting tasks.
- Conducted detailed inspections of engineering systems, identifying areas for improvement and enhancement.
- Trained junior technicians on best practices in equipment operation and safety protocols, fostering skill development.
Security/Engineer Technician
ATT Hotel and Conference Center
Austin, Texas
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Developed and implemented security protocols for enterprise-level systems to mitigate risks.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to enhance incident response strategies and procedures.
- Led security training initiatives to educate staff on best practices and compliance measures.
- Managed security audits, ensuring adherence to industry standards and regulations.
- Analyzed threat intelligence reports to inform proactive security measures and policies.
- Evaluated and integrated advanced security technologies to strengthen infrastructure defenses.
- Reviewed logs regularly to detect suspicious activity patterns before they escalate into full-blown incidents, enabling rapid response efforts when necessary.
- Developed comprehensive security policies and procedures for the organization, resulting in improved protection against potential threats.
- Managed incident response activities during critical security events, effectively containing threats and minimizing damage to systems and data.
- Contributed to business continuity planning efforts by assessing potential risks to critical systems and implementing backup strategies that ensured minimal downtime during disaster recovery scenarios.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline maintenance processes, enhancing workflow efficiency.
- Maintained a safe work environment by strictly adhering to established safety protocols and guidelines.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Completed complex repairs quickly by leveraging strong diagnostic skills and attention to detail.
Crew Leader, land surveyor
GBI Partners L.P.
Houston and Austin, Texas
01.2007 - 01.2020
- Position, Crew Leader, land surveyor
- Coordinated with engineering teams to integrate survey data into design plans effectively.
- Mentored junior surveyors, providing guidance on technical skills and professional development.
- Managed resource allocation for multiple projects, optimizing workflow and productivity.
- Collaborated with clients to clarify project requirements, ensuring alignment with expectations.
- Led safety training sessions for team members, reinforcing best practices in land surveying operations.
- Demonstrated strong leadership skills as a supervisor, leading the team to achieve high performance levels consistently.
- Improved communication between team members by establishing clear expectations and open channels for feedback.
- Assisted clients in understanding property boundaries by providing clear and concise explanations of survey findings.
- Contributed to successful project completions with precise stakeout services for construction activities.
- Researched previous property information and compared to current findings.
- Reviewed and checked survey, subdivision and parcel maps to verify compliance with laws.
- Applied training and mathematical abilities to calculate heights, depths and relative positions of terrain.
- Updated deeds, leases and other legal documents with property descriptions and boundary details.
- Made proactive adjustments to policies and procedures to meet changing demands.
- Conducted quality control assessments on surveying instruments and data collection processes.
machinist
Specialty Supply
Cypress, Texas
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Position, machinist
- Set up and calibrated machine tools to ensure optimal performance and accuracy.
- Inspected finished products for quality assurance, maintaining high standards of craftsmanship.
- Utilized micrometers and calipers to measure and verify precise tolerances.
- Operated drill presses, lathes and milling machines to produce required parts.
- Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints, and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.
- Monitored equipment to detect and report malfunctions and prevent accidents.
- Achieved tight tolerances by carefully calibrating machines before beginning each job.
- Optimized tool usage, selecting appropriate cutting tools for different materials and tasks.
Education
High School Diploma -
Beech Grove
Beech Grove, IN01-2002
Fire Science - fire science 1 and 2
Central Nine Career Center
Beech Grove, IN01-2002
Fire Science - Basics
Lone Star Community College
Cypress, TX01-2005
Skills
- General Hotel maintenance
- Management and leadership skills for any scenario
- Operating Leica GPS and robotic transit systems
- Operating a 20k water pump and hydra blaster
- Running a manual lathe and 2 ton raw material saw
- Computer literate for general application and advanced typist
- Reading blueprints and schematics of both residential and commercial projects
- Hardware installation
- Machine operation
- System testing
- Customer support
- Mechanical aptitude
- Computer-aided design
- Maintenance and repairs
- Strong leader
- Installation
- Precision measuring tools
- Deadline management
- 2D and 3D modeling
- Schematic interpretation
- Excellent communication techniques
- Strong work ethic
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving abilities
- Works Well Under Pressure
Overall Work Ethic
I have a positive work ethic and attitude combined with punctuality and excellent leadership abilities with the desire to succeed as a long-term employee who is willing to work my way up through the company.
Timeline
Engineer Technician
Fairmont Hotel & Resorts
08.2024 - Current
Engineer Technician
Hilton Garden Inn Hotel
01.2022 - 01.2024
Security/Engineer Technician
ATT Hotel and Conference Center
01.2019 - 01.2022
Crew Leader, land surveyor
GBI Partners L.P.
01.2007 - 01.2020
machinist
Specialty Supply
01.2005 - 01.2007
High School Diploma -
Beech Grove
Fire Science - fire science 1 and 2
Central Nine Career Center
Fire Science - Basics
Lone Star Community College