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Kenneth Lawson

Leland,IL

Summary

Motivated professional with a strong background in installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting various equipment. Highly skilled in diagnosing and repairing electrical and mechanical systems. Utilizes exceptional problem-solving abilities to swiftly identify and resolve technical issues, ensuring optimal functionality and efficiency.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Utility Locator

USIC
03.2024 - Current
    • Drew maps of utility lines and potential plans for future ones, providing detailed locations and information.
    • Worked outdoors in harsh conditions to complete utilities location requirements within expected timeframes.
    • Reviewed maps and blueprints to identify locations for and sizes of underground utilities
    • Actively responded to emergency situations pertaining to illegal digging and excavation accidents.
    • Read blueprints and schematics to correctly place equipment.
    • Repaired malfunctioning utility lines after locating equipment and identifying problems.
    • Identified depths of water, sewer, gas, cable, oil and electric lines using Vivak equipment.

Tower Climber

Rise Broadband
09.2023 - 02.2024
  • Bolted equipment into place using hand and power tools.
  • Performed troubleshooting and repair.
  • Built extensive knowledge working with testers and diagnostic tools.
  • Installed, adjusted and repaired stationary and mobile radio transmitting and receiving equipment and two-way radio communication systems.
  • Maintained wireless communication networks and information technology systems, wireless and electronic communication systems with proactive repair and upkeep strategies.

FIELD TECHNICIAN IV

Spectrum
11.2021 - 08.2023
  • Perform basic to complex installation of & troubleshoot/repair coax based phone, internet or video services in a residential and commercial environment (small to medium businesses) from the tap to the connection of CPE; including but not limited to, all necessary wiring of both interior & exterior associated equipment in the forward & return signal path of the customer premise network
  • Survey, install, & maintain Wi-Fi Network products to include routers, gateway servers, Ethernet switches & wireless access points & other components within HFC-based customers
  • Interact with business customers & their reps, demonstrating an understanding of & regard for the unique priorities of business clients
  • Work with customer technical support personnel to diagnose & correct service related issues
  • Respond to equipment failures, trouble shoot & repair equipment while providing the customer with productive communications regarding repair process.

AMAZON FC ASSOCIATE I

AMAZON FULFILLMENT
08.2020 - 11.2021
  • Followed set safety procedures and guidelines to maximize personal safety
  • Made minor machine adjustments to minimize interruptions and ensure quality product
  • Monitored operations of injection molding machine to detect minor machine malfunctions
  • Notified management regarding product quality, safety concerns and sanitation issues
  • Lifted 30 pounds on regular basis with no assistance.

MACHINIST

Toyota Motor Manufactory
03.2021 - 10.2021
  • Measured and marked dimensions and reference points to meet precise specifications
  • Selected appropriate speeds and feeds according to metal type and finish specifications
  • Monitored and adjusted processes or equipment to improve quality and productivity
  • Measured, marked and indicated dimensions and reference points on materials
  • Maintained logs, lists and files and promptly completed necessary paperwork
  • Constructed appropriate offset corrections for tool wear, broken tools and casting variations
  • Calibrated machinery to optimize performance according to prescribed standards and specific project needs
  • Sustained safety protocol, including lock out and tag out, by properly and cost-effectively using equipment and materials
  • Troubleshot and repaired machines to increase productivity and decrease spending.

DAMAGE CONTROLMAN SECOND CLASS

UNITED STATES COAST GUARD
03.2009 - 08.2020
  • A damage controlman (DC) is responsible for watertight integrity, emergency equipment associated with firefighting and flooding, plumbing repairs, welding fabrication and repairs, chemical, biological and nuclear-warfare detection, and decontamination.
  • Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
  • Read and interpreted technical documentation.
  • Inspected, repaired and replaced system components.
  • Calibrated and aligned machine components for proper functioning.
  • Monitored equipment to detect and report malfunctions and prevent accidents.
  • Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints, and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.

Education

AUTO BODY AND HIGH PERFORMANCE - AUTO BODY AND HIGH PERFORMANCE

Nashville Auto Diesel College
Nashville, TN
01.2005

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

MUNFORD HIGH SHOOL
Munford, TN
01.2004

Skills

  • Machinery Maintenance
  • Hazardous Materials Handling
  • Emergency Management
  • Personal Protective Equipment
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Equipment Maintenance
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Maintenance Assistance Modules
  • Teamwork and Loyalty

Certification

NCTI Field Tech III-IV

Timeline

Utility Locator

USIC
03.2024 - Current

Tower Climber

Rise Broadband
09.2023 - 02.2024

FIELD TECHNICIAN IV

Spectrum
11.2021 - 08.2023

MACHINIST

Toyota Motor Manufactory
03.2021 - 10.2021

AMAZON FC ASSOCIATE I

AMAZON FULFILLMENT
08.2020 - 11.2021

DAMAGE CONTROLMAN SECOND CLASS

UNITED STATES COAST GUARD
03.2009 - 08.2020

AUTO BODY AND HIGH PERFORMANCE - AUTO BODY AND HIGH PERFORMANCE

Nashville Auto Diesel College

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -

MUNFORD HIGH SHOOL

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