Cheyenne Smith
Buford,GA
Summary
I am a very efficient and highly organized employee that works well as part of a team, exceeds as an individual and enjoys being challenged. I am searching for a position in a professional environment that will allow me to use my hands-on, creative, organizational, mechanical and professional skills, and add value to your team. I have the aptitude to learn new skills and quickly adaptive to changes along the way.
Seasoned Electro-Mechanical Technician with 8+ years of experience installing, maintaining and repairing mechanical and electrical equipment components. Sound technical knowledge and advanced mathematical aptitude for interpreting instructions and applying practical solutions. Excellent troubleshooting skills using specialized hand tools and testing equipment to perform inspections and preventive and corrective maintenance actions.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Electro-Mechanical Technician
BeenaVision / Trimble Rail / Wabtec
07.2016 - Current
- Build multiple industrial systems using BOMs provided from actuators to enclosures with glass
- Install multiple parts and thermal pads using various silicones
- Modify parts to make fit for assembly including drilling holes, enlarging holes, tapping threads, cutting, sanding and painting
- Wire thermal pads, temp sensors, connectors, etc for systems or harnesses following an electrical schematic
- Test all mechanical assemblies according to specific test sheets with accurate results
- Have taken extensive notes our team has relied on for years with details not listed on drawings to continue consistent quality for our customers
- Have some optics training, focusing cameras, installing filters and lenses
- Had laser training and worked with systems aligning lasers with cameras following safety protocols
- Measure, cut and build multiple (& custom) sized pallets for industrial systems (domestic/internationally)
- Pack, photograph, document and seal up crates with complete finished products sent to the field for installation of our on site field tech teams
- Volunteered for safety committee and participate in meetings and safety concerns/activities
- CPR trained and volunteered for first responder for our facility.
Makeup Artist / Crew
Momentus Marketing
06.2010 - Current
- On-site photo & video Makeup Artist with 16 years experience
- Able to communicate with producer and client to understand their visual requirements
- Select, budget & pick up makeup and supplies needed for the shoot
- Taking note of possible skin allergies/sensitivities and other special concerns
- Building a rapport with clients (men & women) for makeup and occasional hair needs
- Assist in crew/grip responsibilities.
Electrician’s Assistant
A-Team Electrical
04.2013 - 06.2015
- Responsible for picking up/loading supplies for current job at supply house daily
- Aided in moving supplies and tools necessary for residential or commercial job sites
- Operated lift to pull wire from heights not obtainable via ladders
- Assisted Journeyman or responsible for my own duties that include; wiring fans, switches, receptacles, LED strips, outdoor lighting, adjustable rope lights, chandeliers, running/pulling wires
- Efficient use of volt meter for various applications.
Motorcycle Repair
Self Employed
07.2011 - 06.2015
- Assisted in restoring & repairing American vintage motorcycles
- Completely rebuilt 1984 Harley Davidson motorcycle from frame to painted fenders and gas tank
- Traveled all over the east cost to vintage motorcycle meets to buy/sell parts & accessories
- Bought & sold motorcycle parts and accessories online.
Warehouse Clerk
Recall Medical Data
12.2010 - 07.2011
- Responsibilities include filing, moving and unpacking boxes up to 50 lbs
- Repacking medical information samples into original boxes and refilling on shelves
- Sort outdated records for destruction
- Unloading of pallets or boxes as needed.
Bass Repair
Self Employed
10.2007 - 01.2010
- Extensive hand tool, air tool, and power tool experience
- Experience in building and repairing guitars and bass guitars
- Minor repairs including; fret crowning, truss rod adjustments, pickup installation, tuning key replacement, nut repair/replacement and soldering
- Troubleshooting electronics with volt meter and rewire using diagram if needed
- Replace acoustic and electric strings for guitar and bass.
Office/Woodshop Assistant
Curbow String Instruments
04.2007 - 10.2007
- Take all incoming calls and handle all incoming and outgoing emails for the business
- Assist musicians with payment and custom build questions
- Manage retail portion of the shop and place custom orders for items not kept in stock
- Order parts & accessories needed for custom builds or repairs
- Assisted in minor repairs of basses and guitars
- Handled shipment of all non-local repairs and custom builds
- Graduated from the Curbow School of Lutherie in Spring of 2007.
Education
Curbow School of Lutherie
Morganton, GA02.2007
Community High School
Ocala, FL06.1998
Skills
- System Testing
- Electromechanical Repair
- Parts Replacement
- Mechanical Assembly
- Electrical Troubleshooting
- Tool Maintenance
- Electrical Wiring
- Schematic reading
- Schematic Interpretation
- Troubleshooting skills
- Fabrication skills
- Wiring testing
- Safety Procedures
- System assembly
- Safety Management
- Hardware Installation
- Quality Control
- Parts inspection
- Documentation preparation
- Mechanical engineering knowledge
- Root Cause Analysis
- Engineering support
- Basic repair abilities
Professional Highlights
- Possess high level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Highly skilled, motivated, responsible and reliable
- Exceptional communication skills
- Able to follow instructions and establish effective procedures
- Effective non-confrontational problem resolution
- Think outside the box with problem solving on the fly
- Customer based mindset is always a priority
Hobbies
- Play Electric Bass for 20+ years in original and cover bands with recording/studio experience
- Play Cajon drum box and sing
- Enjoy Gardening (Landscape/Hardscape design & implementation
- Leatherworking and various hands on creative crafting
- Built Motorcycle from the ground up and love riding
- Love doing DIY home repairs and modifications
- Hiking, outdoor activities
Timeline
Electro-Mechanical Technician
BeenaVision / Trimble Rail / Wabtec
07.2016 - Current
Electrician’s Assistant
A-Team Electrical
04.2013 - 06.2015
Motorcycle Repair
Self Employed
07.2011 - 06.2015
Warehouse Clerk
Recall Medical Data
12.2010 - 07.2011
Makeup Artist / Crew
Momentus Marketing
06.2010 - Current
Bass Repair
Self Employed
10.2007 - 01.2010
Office/Woodshop Assistant
Curbow String Instruments
04.2007 - 10.2007
Curbow School of Lutherie
Community High School