Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Certification
Chess and Fishing
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John Wills

John Wills

Sylmar,CA

Summary

A Honorable Veteran who enjoys a challenging position in a growing company, where skill can be utilize with the ability to gain additional knowledge that will benefit the company.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Security Installation Technician

Havis Communications
12.2022 - 12.2023
  • Worked with team members to install and maintain security cameras and equipment. Maintained clean tools, test equipment and work vehicles. Performed job tasks while complying with company safety procedures and guidelines. Provided key information to customers, educating them on equipment, products and services. Installed new components and/or replaced defective parts to restore functionality. Installed new appliances, wiring and machinery and equipment to confirm proper working conditions. Improved system functionality by updating software and firmware regularly. Maintained up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and technological advancements, ensuring the highest quality of service for clients.

Fiber Technician

ITC
08.2021 - 09.2021
  • Repairing old or broken wires and maintaining them
  • Locate problem areas and fix them
  • Generating sensors and conducting inspections to assure stabilized performance
  • To do cabling fiber optic cables, underground and underwater
  • Calculate the signal strength of television, telephone, and internet connections to ensure adequate performance
  • Preparing and maintaining records.
  • Maintained accurate documentation of installed fiber optic systems for easy reference during maintenance work.
  • Promoted a strong customer service focus within the team by prioritizing client needs throughout project lifecycles.

Professional Secutity Guard

Allied Security
12.2018 - 03.2021
  • Patrolled industrial and commercial premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensured security of doors, windows, and gates
  • Circulated among visitors, patrons, and employees to preserve order and protect property
  • Called police and fire departments in cases of emergency, such as fire and presence of unauthorized persons
  • Wrote reports of daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment and property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, and unusual occurrences
  • Monitored and authorized entrance and departure of employees, visitors, and other persons to guard against theft and maintained security of premises.
  • Effectively managed incidents involving trespassers or aggressive individuals, utilizing de-escalation techniques when needed.

Fire Alarm Technician

ASCI Security
01.2017 - 12.2018
  • Perform Installation, configuration, testing and troubleshooting activities on Intrusion Alarm Systems, Access Control, CCTV, Intercom, Network infrastructure
  • Maintenance, repair, testing and installation of access control, security system hardware, software, card readers, electronic locking hardware, linear power supplies and uninterrupted power supply (UPS) systems
  • Reviews drawings and specification of access control/ security systems provides technical comments
  • Support system testing (hardware and software) both in the field and at the monitoring locations
  • Performs retro commissioning of existing security systems to ensure response is consistent with installed and working sequence of operations.
  • Provided excellent customer service through clear communication about system features, limitations, and maintenance requirements.
  • Reduced false alarms by performing routine preventive maintenance on all system components.

Project Coordinator

Lynn Safety
04.2015 - 12.2016
  • Participate in project design meetings and propose improvements if necessary
  • Evaluate potential problems and technical hitches and develop solutions
  • Plan and manage team goals, project schedules and new information
  • Supervise current projects and coordinate all team members to keep workflow on track
  • Manage project-related paperwork by ensuring all necessary materials are current, properly filed and stored
  • Direct project correspondences by preparing and reviewing project proposals, memos, meeting minutes and emails
  • Communicate with clients to identify and define project requirements, scope and objectives
  • Adhere to budget by monitoring expenses and implementing cost-saving measures.

Education

High School Diploma -

Phineas Banning High School
Wilmington, CA

Fiber Optics Technician -

RWM Fiber Optics
Carson, CA

Skills

Low Voltage Wiring

Access Control Systems

Security System Design

System Troubleshooting

Perimeter security

Fire alarm systems

Intercom Systems

Fiber Optic Cabling

Video Surveillance

Intrusion Detection

CCTV installation

Security system maintenance

References

Available upon request

Certification

  • Certified Fiber Optics Technician, FOA-CFOT#217-0734
  • Certified Fiber Optics Specialist, Connectors
  • Certified Fiber Optics Specialist, Testing
  • Certified Fiber Optics Audio & Video Technician
  • Certified Premises Cabling Technician
  • Certified Security Surveillance & Alarm Technician
  • Certified Broadband Premises Installer SCTE
  • Certified Low Voltage Technician (CLVT) - Fiber Optic Association, Inc.
  • Video Security Systems Technician Certificate – Electronic Security Association.
  • Physical Security Professional (PSP) - ASIS International.
  • OSHA Certified
  • CPR/AED Certification
  • First Aid Certification

Chess and Fishing

Fishing relaxes me and chess keeps my mind sharp.

Timeline

Security Installation Technician

Havis Communications
12.2022 - 12.2023

Fiber Technician

ITC
08.2021 - 09.2021

Professional Secutity Guard

Allied Security
12.2018 - 03.2021

Fire Alarm Technician

ASCI Security
01.2017 - 12.2018

Project Coordinator

Lynn Safety
04.2015 - 12.2016

High School Diploma -

Phineas Banning High School

Fiber Optics Technician -

RWM Fiber Optics
  • Certified Fiber Optics Technician, FOA-CFOT#217-0734
  • Certified Fiber Optics Specialist, Connectors
  • Certified Fiber Optics Specialist, Testing
  • Certified Fiber Optics Audio & Video Technician
  • Certified Premises Cabling Technician
  • Certified Security Surveillance & Alarm Technician
  • Certified Broadband Premises Installer SCTE
John Wills