Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic

CHAD WISHAM

Brandon,FL

Summary

Detail-oriented Telecommunication Technician with extensive experience in troubleshooting and repair within telecommunications. Demonstrated ability to manage simultaneous projects while ensuring efficient device installation and maintenance, contributing to improved operational performance.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Telecommunications Technician

HCSO
Tampa, Florida
07.2023 - Current
  • Installed and maintained telecommunications equipment and lighting systems for HCSO vehicles.
  • Troubleshot and resolved technical issues related to telecommunication systems and vehicle equipment.
  • Collaborated with team members to support system upgrades and installations.
  • Documented service requests and maintenance activities in tracking systems.
  • Participated in training sessions to stay updated on industry standards and practices.
  • Measured, cut, spliced and installed wires and cables.
  • Installed, set up, and repaired devices and system components.
  • Handled multiple simultaneous deployment projects against strict deadlines.

Electronics Technician III

HCSO
08.2015 - 07.2023
  • Worked with new blueprint equipment and software to implement in new vehicle builds.
  • Designed new wiring harnesses and worked with vendors to get them operational in vehicles.
  • Worked on outside projects installed lights and sirens for other applications other that vehicle builds.
  • Assisted with the inventory and purchasing of parts and equipment for upcoming builds.
  • I train and assist other employees on new equipment and equipment being used today.

Electronics Technician II

HCSO
09.2012 - 01.2015
  • Troubleshoot and repair necessary electronics to maintain proper operation of HCSO vehicles.
  • Programming mobile and portable radios for deputies to communicate.
  • Working on CSD and Asset manager computer programs to insure radios are assigned to proper location and confirm safety of deputies.

Mechanic

HCSO
06.2007 - 09.2012
  • Performed services such as preventive maintenance oil changes along with emergency services on HCSO vehicles.
  • Organized work orders and used an electronic work order system to complete daily tasks such as ordering parts and time keeping.
  • Towards the end of my time as a Mechanic I was building and installed electronics to prepare for the Electronics Technician 2 position.

Education

High school diploma -

Bloomingdale Senior High School
01.2006

Skills

  • Troubleshooting electronics
  • Equipment maintenance
  • Device configuration
  • Inventory management
  • Team collaboration
  • Troubleshooting and repair
  • Vehicle management
  • Mechanical background
  • Building components for HCSO vehicles
  • Vital new vehicle install team member
  • EVT certified
  • Mobileye camera certified installer
  • Working knowledge of all necessary complements of HCSO vehicles
  • Programming radios used by the Office

Timeline

Telecommunications Technician

HCSO
07.2023 - Current

Electronics Technician III

HCSO
08.2015 - 07.2023

Electronics Technician II

HCSO
09.2012 - 01.2015

Mechanic

HCSO
06.2007 - 09.2012

High school diploma -

Bloomingdale Senior High School