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GARY FERGUSON

Texarkana,TX

Summary

I have 28 years experience with consumer electronics with a focus on management, administrative, sales & marketing with a locally owned audio video store that specialized in the sales, servicing, and installation of televisions, home theater, CCTV & CATV. The past 13 years I have been focused on a career in access control, gate operators, CCTV, intercoms, electronic locks, alarm systems, and networking which I currently have a license in as well as being a licensed locksmith.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Installation, tech, sales

Security Locksmiths
Texarkana, USA
02.2005 - Current
  • I have experience in quoting, buying and supervising each system I have listed above and am currently employed by contractor working jobs at RRAD/DDRT Texarkana
  • I install and maintain gate operators, both swing type and rolling

Technician

KLC Video Security
Texarkana, Texas
06.2019 - 01.2025
  • Replaced defective components or parts as needed.
  • Participated in training to maintain technical expertise and proficiency on applicable equipment.
  • Adjusted, connected, or disconnected wiring, piping and tubing to complete repairs and installations.
  • Coordinated repair and maintenance plans with co-workers and supervisors ahead of scheduled projects.
  • Performed troubleshooting and repair of equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
  • Diagnosed problems using test equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, signal generators, power supplies.
  • Troubleshot malfunctions and diagnosed issues to service equipment quickly and fully.
  • Maintained records of repairs, calibrations, and tests performed on equipment.
  • Installed new components or replaced defective parts to restore functionality.
  • Followed safety practices to safeguard against injury and damage to property.
  • Ran tests on newly repaired machinery and equipment to confirm proper functionality.
  • Filled out work orders, repair logs and maintenance plans to document work completed.
  • Followed safety guidelines and wore protective gear when using power drills, circular saws, and other power tools.
  • Kept records of parts and equipment used in projects to update inventory.
  • Collaborated closely with team members to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
  • Maintained updated knowledge through continuing education and advanced training.
  • Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
  • Updated and maintained databases with current information.
  • Provided support and guidance to colleagues to maintain a collaborative work environment.
  • Utilized various software and tools to streamline processes and optimize performance.

Skills

  • Organizational Management
  • Licensed locksmith
  • Access control installation
  • Operations
  • Supervision
  • Administrative Processes
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Team-Building Skills
  • Problem Solving
  • Scheduling
  • Project planning
  • Budgeting
  • Purchasing
  • Ordering
  • Forecasting
  • Bids
  • Proposals
  • Sales tactics
  • Recruiting
  • Staff training
  • Monitoring
  • Evaluation
  • Supervising
  • Customer service
  • Client relations
  • Negotiations
  • Diplomacy
  • Complaint resolution
  • Computer Literacy
  • Data applications
  • Software applications
  • Office machines
  • Keri System equipment
  • Doors 32 software
  • PXL250
  • PXL500P
  • PXL500W
  • Entraguard
  • DoorsNet software
  • NXT hardware
  • Mercury panels
  • Schlage locks
  • Gate operators installation
  • Access control
  • Hollow metal doors installation
  • Door hardware installation
  • Intercom systems installation
  • Operating scissor lifts
  • Operating articulating man lifts
  • Operating bucket trucks
  • Installation and maintenance of NXT with mercury
  • Device installation

System installation

Timeline

Technician

KLC Video Security
06.2019 - 01.2025

Installation, tech, sales

Security Locksmiths
02.2005 - Current
GARY FERGUSON