James C Jones
Aurora,CO
Summary
Resourceful technician with strong troubleshooting skills and a proven ability to resolve complex challenges. Committed to maintaining optimal functionality in all tasks and ready to relocate to Colorado. Authorized to work in the U.S. for any employer.
Overview
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Certification
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Radio Technician/ Quality Control Manager
SchoolSafe Communications Inc
Centennial, CO
07.2022 - Current
- Conducted quality control inspections on finished products to identify any defects or malfunctions
- Performed testing, troubleshooting, and repair of electronic equipment to ensure functionality
- Assisted in assembly and installation of electronic components into prototypes and final products to ensure operational readiness
- Conducted quality control inspections on finished products to identify defects and ensure compliance with specifications
- Analyzed test data using statistical methods to identify patterns or trends that could impact product performance
- Executed experiments and conducted tests to evaluate performance characteristics of electronic devices or systems
- Designed and developed electronic circuits and systems for various projects
- Provided technical support to customers by diagnosing issues and delivering effective solutions to enhance user experience
- Implemented improvements in manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency and reduce costs
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to resolve complex technical problems within tight deadlines
- Managed inventory of electronic components, ensuring an adequate supply for ongoing projects
Telecommunications Technician
CALOES/ Public Safety Communications
Arcata, CA
01.2005 - Current
- Executed technical duties utilizing knowledge of electronics and proficiency in analog and digital telecommunications equipment. Such as VHF and UHF radio equipment(I.E. mobile units, base stations, closed circuit television systems, portable and hand carried units) The use of precision test instruments for measuring radio frequencies, power, devotion, modulation and other data and diagnosing to repair the most complex problems connected with a wide range of electronic equipment.. Use site draws and schematics to help troubleshoot complex problems connected with a wide range of electronic equipment. I had to instruct others in operating, repairing, maintaining, constructing, and installing communication systems over a wide area of California.
- Installed and maintained telecommunications equipment for public safety operations.
- Conducted routine inspections to ensure optimal performance of communication systems.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to address technical issues effectively.
Two-way Radio Technician
Day Wireless Systems
Bend, OR
01.2004 - 01.2005
- Analyzed diagnostic test results to repair, maintain, and program communication equipment for public safety. To properly support local public safety & first responder customers after hours & holidays. Diagnose, troubleshoot, discuss & resolve advance wireless communications systems with precision instruments to find faults that can be repaired or upgraded if needed. Use schematics to help troubleshoot or upgrade advance communication equipment.
- Reason for leaving: Got a job with the State of California in Humboldt County
- Installed and maintained radio communication systems for efficient operation.
- Conducted regular inspections and troubleshooting of equipment to ensure reliability.
- Collaborated with team members to develop solutions for technical challenges.
Two-way Radio Technician
Six Rivers Communications
Eureka, CA
01.2003 - 01.2004
- Installed and provided technical support for VHF/UHF, 800 MHz, and SCADA systems, ensuring reliable communication for mobile and portable subscriber equipment. Repair & diagnose electronic problems to component level. Use precision test equipment to help diagnose advanced electronic problems on a board level and repair. Use schematics to help troubleshoot or upgrade advanced communication equipment. Climbed communication towers to maintain communication equipment and other wireless equipment for customers. Use PC software to help fix and upgrade all forms of communication equipment in the field used by customers and public safety.
- Reason for leaving: Got a better paying job with Day Wireless in Bend Oregon
- Installed, maintained, and repaired radio communication systems in compliance with industry standards.
- Conducted routine inspections and diagnostics to ensure optimal functionality of equipment.
- Collaborated with team members to troubleshoot complex technical issues effectively.
Apprentice Two-way Radio Technician
Masterson's Communications
Eureka, CA
01.2002 - 01.2003
- Same as above with the same people, yet I went through an apprentice program to become a Journeyman Radio Technician.
- Left due to company acquisition by office manager Ray Daniels.
- Assisted with content creation for marketing campaigns, ensuring alignment with brand guidelines.
- Collaborated on social media strategy, enhancing engagement and audience reach.
- Conducted market research to inform promotional strategies and identify target audiences.
Education
Associate of Science - Computer & Electronic Technology
College of The Redwoods
Eureka, CA01-2002
High School Diploma -
Riverside Poly High
Riverside, CA07-1989
Skills
- Ethernet
- Telecommunication
- VoIP
- RF troubleshooting
- Issue resolution
- Network Support
- Network Monitoring
- Network configuration
- DNS
- DHCP
- VPN
- Field operations
- WAN
- Linux
- Computer Networking
- Disaster Recovery
- Service technician experience
- Software troubleshooting
- Troubleshooting
- Technical Support
- Troubleshooting and repair
- Signal analysis
- Field testing
- Interference mitigation
- Power supply management
- Audio processing
- Component soldering
- Signal processing
- Firmware development
- Audio diagnostics
- Microsoft Word
- Communication protocols
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Equipment assembly
- Attention to detail
- Analytical thinking
- Time management
- Excellent communication
- Climbing
- Problem-solving abilities
- Problem-solving abilities
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
Accomplishments
When started with had a 65% rate of success of over six hunderd SchoolSafes out in the field, and after three and half years I was able to make it to 99.5%.
Certification
- FCC GROL Present
- General radio operators license is a license to make sure that all our F equipment is working within the FCC guidelines
- Driver's License
Timeline
Senior Radio Technician/ Quality Control Manager
SchoolSafe Communications Inc
07.2022 - Current
Telecommunications Technician
CALOES/ Public Safety Communications
01.2005 - Current
Two-way Radio Technician
Day Wireless Systems
01.2004 - 01.2005
Two-way Radio Technician
Six Rivers Communications
01.2003 - 01.2004
Apprentice Two-way Radio Technician
Masterson's Communications
01.2002 - 01.2003
Associate of Science - Computer & Electronic Technology
College of The Redwoods
High School Diploma -
Riverside Poly High
Additional Information
- Skills
- The use of and not limited to RF service monitors, oscilloscope(analog and digital), Digital Multi-Meter(Fluke 123, 189, 27), Bird watt meter, PC software made by company for their communications equipment. Reading and understanding all kinds of electronic schematics, Tower climbing and safety, working in larger electronic systems that are over a larger area of coverage, customer supple from base to public safety and many more skills in the electronic industry. A good understanding of construction on buildings as well as electrical wiring in complexes. 120 AC, 240 AC, and 480 AC.