Jake Slater
Brinnon,WA
Summary
Versatile Field Engineer with over 12 years in theater supporting the C-RAM system. I have spent 4 years in Iraq and 8 years in Afghanistan working with the DOD and DOS supporting the C-RAM mission. I was also attached to the Australian Military C-RAM unit for 3 years in support of the Multi National Coalition. I have worked on the C-NET install team, Fiber Optic install Team, C-RAM help desk, WAVES FSR, Network Team and as an FSR for the system as a whole. I believe that my experience along with being a self motivated, hard working, flexible team player will be a great asset to any company looking to exceed the expectations of the customer.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner
Slater Construction
11.2020 - Current
- Remodel, Renovate, and repair residential and commercial buildings
- Strengthens company reputation by consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations in terms of quality products/services offered.
- Establishes strong customer relationships through excellent communication and attentive service.
- Consulates with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Prepares bank deposits and handles business sales, returns, and transaction reports.
- Oversees business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
- Managed day-to-day operations with strong organizational skills, ensuring smooth workflows and timely completion of tasks.
- Enhanced company reputation by delivering top-quality products and services, ensuring repeat business from satisfied clients.
- Boosted revenue by identifying new business opportunities and diversifying product offerings.
- Developed a high-performing team through effective recruitment, training, and performance management.
C-RAM Field Engineer
PKMM Inc
10.2006 - 11.2020
- Conducted site surveys for the initial deployment of radars and equipment
- Delivered high-quality field services, ensuring all projects were completed on time and within budget constraints.
- Conducted thorough site assessments to identify potential hazards, ensuring a safe working environment for all personnel involved in field operations.
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, demonstrating strong organizational skills and adaptability under pressure.
- Prepared documentation that would be used in requests for proposal.
- Identified major issues that could arise and provided solutions for these problems.
- Monitored construction methods and installations, inspection and testing processes.
- Reduced downtime with proactive maintenance and regular equipment inspections.
- Mentored junior engineers, fostering a positive learning environment that promoted professional growth.
- Increased safety standards by enforcing strict adherence to industry regulations and company protocols.
- Developed comprehensive reports documenting field activities, findings, and recommendations for improvement.
- Troubleshot system malfunctions using state-of-the-art diagnostic tools, quickly resolving issues to minimize disruptions in service.
- Determined root cause and provided corrective action to prevent future failures through investigation and analysis.
Fiber Optic Technician
Cannon Construction
10.2003 - 10.2006
- Installed Vaults and multi level conduit systems for the installation of Fiber Optic cables
- Increased network reliability through meticulous fusion splicing, termination, and testing of fiber optic cables.
- Enhanced network performance by efficiently installing and maintaining fiber optic systems.
- Upheld quality standards in all completed work by strictly following established procedures for handling delicate components such as optical fibers, connectors, and hardware devices.
- Performed troubleshooting and equipment testing to identify and correct problems end to end and network-wide.
- Developed comprehensive documentation for all fiber optic installations, facilitating efficient maintenance and future upgrades.
- Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale installation projects on time and within budget constraints.
- Assisted in the design and implementation of custom fiber optic solutions to meet unique client needs.
- Contributed to a collaborative working environment by sharing knowledge of fiber optic technology with colleagues, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Conducted site surveys to validate customer's infrastructure deliverables.
- Maximized efficiency in cable routing using GIS mapping tools, resulting in reduced installation costs for clients.
- Identified and reported equipment malfunctions, defective parts and materials to appropriate supervisor.
- Troubleshot cable, underground junction boxes and conduit by utilizing specialized equipment and devices.
- Installed and configured new devices and system components.
- Worked closely with network administrators and server engineers to deliver quality service.
- Researched and recommended network and data communications hardware and software.
Education
High School Diploma -
Stadium High School
Tacoma, WA06.2003
Skills
- Customer Service
- Customer Relations
- Attention to Detail
- Driven and Determined
- Entrepreneurial personality
- Relationship Building
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Business Planning
- Employee Training
- Performance Improvement
- Team Collaboration and Leadership
- Strategic Decision-Making
- Issue Resolution
Training
- Northrup Grumman C-RAM Network (C-NET) communication training course
- Northrup Grumman C-RAM Command and Control system Key Personnel Course
- Northrup Grumman C-RAM RFE training and certification course
- Catalog Ordering Logistics Tracking System (COLTS)
- Comtrain Tower climbing safety and rescue course
- BTS Tower and pole climbing safety and rescue course
- Certified fiber optic training course
Timeline
Business Owner
Slater Construction
11.2020 - Current
C-RAM Field Engineer
PKMM Inc
10.2006 - 11.2020
Fiber Optic Technician
Cannon Construction
10.2003 - 10.2006
High School Diploma -
Stadium High School
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