Manuel Leon
Tampa
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with several years in field, rolling out and maintaining tasks for assorted fire and emergency alert and lighting systems across lifecycle. Oversees planning, installation, oversight and inspections for several networked alarm types, meeting applicable regulations and procedural guidelines. Conducts inspections of equipment to maintain safety thresholds for use. Identifies and addresses known troubleshooting issues.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Fire Alarm Technician
DynaFile
Tampa
01.2019 - Current
- Installed fire alarm systems in commercial and residential buildings.
- Conducted routine inspections of fire alarm equipment for functionality.
- Diagnosed issues in fire alarm systems and implemented effective repairs.
- Replaced smoke detectors, heat detectors, pull stations and other related devices as needed.
- Installed, tested and maintained fire alarm systems according to NFPA standards.
- Repaired and replaced defective components in fire alarm systems.
- Programmed addressable control panels with computers.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all work performed on each job site.
- Troubleshot system malfunctions and determined necessary repairs or replacements.
- Conducted tests on fire alarm systems to identify any problems or potential hazards.
- Demonstrated hands-on technical and mechanical skills, as well as experience with handling electronic devices and handhelds, among them desktops, workstations, iPad, and iPhone.
- Worked in high-stress environments using ladders, scaffolds and high-lift equipment as well as in confined spaces such as ducts, crawlspaces and vents.
- Reviewed drawings prior to beginning installations to ensure accuracy of materials ordered.
- Confirmed completion of jobs through testing procedures prior to turning over sites to customers.
- Achieved proper alarm operation by testing hardware, connections and signals.
- Coordinated with contractors when necessary to complete projects within deadlines set by clients.
- Utilized various tools such as multimeters, oscilloscopes and voltage testers while troubleshooting equipment issues.
- Ensured that all work was completed in accordance with local codes and regulations.
- Explained technical information in a clear and understandable manner to clients.
- Showed strong written and verbal communication skills to assist with quality control and device maintenance.
- Provided emergency service when required by responding promptly to customer requests.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed while working on live circuits.
- Inspected fire and security alarm systems for both commercial and residential customers.
- Restored malfunctioning devices to original functionality and replaced as necessary.
Electrician
Tradesman International
Tampa
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Installed electrical systems in residential and commercial buildings.
- Conducted routine maintenance and repairs on electrical equipment.
- Interpreted blueprints and technical diagrams for project execution.
- Performed electrical installations, maintenance and repairs of electrical systems, wiring, fixtures and components.
- Connected wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
- Diagnosed issues in electrical circuits and equipment and took proper corrective or preventive measures for repair.
Education
Fire Alarm System I - NICET I
NICET
04.2024 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Universidad Carlos Rafael Rodríguez
Cienfuegos 09.1991 - 07.1996
Skills
- Fire alarm installation
- NFPA compliance
- System troubleshooting
- Control panel programming
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
NICET I - Fire alarm systems I
Timeline
Fire Alarm System I - NICET I
NICET
04.2024 - 05.2024
Fire Alarm Technician
DynaFile
01.2019 - Current
Electrician
Tradesman International
01.2017 - 01.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Education
Universidad Carlos Rafael Rodríguez
09.1991 - 07.1996