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Gary Ballenger

Columbia,MD

Summary

Versatile AV technician specializing in diagnostics, repair and customer service. Focused on using extensive electronics knowledge to complete each job efficiently. Proficient in many types of software and rack hardware. routing cable from signal cable to your average CAT6 to make a wide spread of possibilities become reality. Cable termination of all kinds and electrical testing knowledge. Strong mechanical aptitude and Superb communicator with Knowledge of many mechanical testing instruments. Certified in Crestron, Extron, Bi-amp, Dante, and very familure with many other brands outside of those house hold brands

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

AV Project Forman

Bluestone Communications Inc.
Middle River, Maryland
10.2021 - Current
  • Complied with company safety regulations to prevent accidents on job sites.
  • Kept meticulous records on supplies, parts, equipment and employees' hours for each job.
  • Delivered project updates to superintendent and detailed issues that could halt work progress.
  • Reviewed job details and assigned duties to workers based upon skills sets and experience.
  • Maintained and troubleshot audio and visual equipment to minimize downtime.
  • Interfaced with customers to explain operation and instill confidence in installed systems.
  • Pulled and terminated variety of cables.
  • Diagnosed and resolved problems with AV equipment and media management systems.
  • Trained new employees to learn new systems, apply best practices and comply with protocols and regulations.
  • Trained workers in proper methods, equipment operation and safety procedures.
  • Performed preventive maintenance of telecommunications equipment.
  • Planned layouts and ran cable into buildings and through walls, attics, and crawl spaces.
  • Read blueprints and schematics to correctly place equipment.
  • Installed wiring, cabling and networking hardware on customer premises.
  • Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
  • Oversaw daily operations at site, keeping team production moving at optimal pace.

Telecommunications/AV Project Foreman

Systcom
Glen Burnie, MD
07.2017 - 10.2021
  • Followed all rules and regulations to keep job sites safe for workers, contractors and visitors.
  • Delegated duties to employees based on skillset.
  • Reported project progress, site problems and labor status to supervisors.
  • Communicated with employees to demonstrate high standards and mitigate issues.
  • Obtained specifications and directed work for construction crews.
  • Monitored and repaired range of equipment, including audio, video and video conferencing systems.
  • Integrated professional audio/video systems and provided technical assistance to resolve issues.
  • Followed specifications to pull and terminate cables.
  • Built strong rapport with customers to foster confidence in system installations.
  • Supervised crew of audio-video installation team members, including subcontractors.
  • Set up commercial systems, including projectors, wired and wireless speaker points, teleconferencing equipment, flat panel displays and interactive education-based systems.
  • Laid out cabling plans and ran through buildings to desired locations.
  • Handled multiple simultaneous deployment projects against strict deadlines.
  • Supervised work of all technicians and subcontractors to determine proper installation of fiber optic and copper cable infrastructure.
  • Juggled multiple projects and tasks to ensure high quality and timely delivery.

Audio Visual Technician / Warehouse Manager

Burketh Enterprise
Laurel, MD
06.2015 - 05.2017
  • Installed sound systems in in more than 5 clubs in dc Created microphone, audio, and visual racks for clubs as well as performances Customer Interface Met with customers to help design custom entertainment centers for later fabrications to be done on site
  • Served as an expert in troubleshooting and repairing state-of-the-art electrical and electronic systems Organizational Design Prepared plans and layouts for equipment or system arrangements and space allocation.
  • Responded to and resolved an average of 4 field service requests per day.
  • Testing, Evaluation and Analysis: Tested equipment to ensure compliance.
  • Analyzed data and provided recommendations which resulted in adoption of new cost-saving equipment.
  • Prepared equipment for all operations.
  • Troubleshot manufacturing and inspection test equipment on electronic parts of building facilities
  • Monitored production equipment and main house consoles and DAW.
  • Installed Club Sound Systems Rigged Show Setups (line array speakers, trust, wireless microphones and etc) Engineered Live Events Installed full sound and visual to a office complex.
  • Utilized industry best practices in pulling low-voltage cabling.
  • Executed and supervised rack fabrication.
  • Integrated professional audio/video systems and provided technical assistance to resolve issues.
  • Serviced and maintained all audiovisual systems according to project guidelines.
  • Followed specifications to pull and terminate cables.
  • Transported and installed equipment for live events, including weddings and concerts.
  • Supervised crew of audio-video installation team members, including subcontractors.
  • Reviewed drawings, blueprints, schematics and service manuals to identify technical requirements.

Maintenance / Supervisor

Fairland Sports And Aquatics MNCPPC
Belleville, MD
10.2011 - 08.2015
  • Tacked maintenance actions and completed records Inspected facility-related manufacturing support systems on a daily basis.
  • Repaired advanced HVAC systems, including air handlers' humidity control systems and duct sizing.
  • Stooped, climbed ladders and lifted heavy loads during set-up for events.
  • Refurbished furniture and ordered replacement pieces when necessary.

Courtesy Clerk

Safeway
Columbia, MD
08.2009 - 01.2010
  • Prevented store losses using awareness, attention to detail and integrity.
  • Resolved product issues and shared benefits of new technology.
  • Successfully interacted with customers and retail buyers to expedite orders.
  • Assisted customers with store and product complaints.

Education

High School Diploma -

Centennial High School
Ellicott City, MD
2010

Skills

  • Diagnosing issues
  • Configuring devices
  • Installing equipment
  • Multitasking
  • Project planning
  • Organizational skills
  • Working collaboratively
  • Biamp proficiency
  • AMX proficiency
  • Extron proficiency
  • Crestron proficiency
  • Pro Edge Proficiency

Certification

  • AV Networking-Design, biamp - 2020
  • Dante Certification Level 1, Audinate - 2020
  • Tesira Forte' Training, biamp - 2020
  • Extron Certified A/V Associate -2020

Timeline

AV Project Forman

Bluestone Communications Inc.
10.2021 - Current

Telecommunications/AV Project Foreman

Systcom
07.2017 - 10.2021

Audio Visual Technician / Warehouse Manager

Burketh Enterprise
06.2015 - 05.2017

Maintenance / Supervisor

Fairland Sports And Aquatics MNCPPC
10.2011 - 08.2015

Courtesy Clerk

Safeway
08.2009 - 01.2010

High School Diploma -

Centennial High School

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