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Matthew DeWees

Waseca,MN

Summary

Professional technician with experience in low voltage systems, ready to excel in this role. Strong background in installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting low voltage electrical systems. Known for effective teamwork, adaptability, and delivering reliable results. Skilled in cable installation, system integration, and ensuring safety compliance. Dependable and results-driven with focus on collaborative success.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
15
15
Certification

Work History

Low Voltage Technician-Licensed

Walmart Stores Inc.
03.2003 - Current
  • Installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of fire alarm, security alarm, CCTV, access control, and integrated paging systems.
  • Inspection, testing, and maintenance of the fire and security alarm system for annual testing and compliance inspections.
  • Hands on training to new technicians that are starting with the company. This includes field training, remote training, and working to make training materials for the department to aid others in training.
  • Programming of Bosch Control Panels, network based video devices and encoders, Bosch Prasensa CX system programming and networking.

Loss Prevention Associate

Walmart Stores Inc.
03.2002 - 03.2003
  • Ensured compliance with all applicable laws and regulations pertaining to retail security operations at the store level.
  • Supported store management in resolving customer disputes related to suspected fraudulent transactions or other security concerns.
  • Conducted regular undercover surveillance to detect and apprehend shoplifters, maintaining a secure shopping environment.

Reserve Police Officer

Waseca Police Deptarment
05.2006 - Current
  • Enhanced public safety by conducting regular patrols and responding to emergency calls.
  • Utilized problem-solving skills to resolve disputes among citizens peacefully and effectively whenever possible.
  • Participated in ongoing training exercises to ensure proficiency in law enforcement techniques and equipment usage.
  • Provided testimony in court cases as a reliable witness, strengthening prosecution efforts against criminal offenders.
  • Assisted in crime prevention efforts through community outreach and education initiatives.
  • Performed arrests when necessary, using proper procedures to uphold individual rights and maintain officer safety.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice Law Enforcement

Rasmussen University
Mankato, MN
06-2010

Skills

  • Fire and security alarm installations
  • Network troubleshooting
  • Access control systems
  • Low voltage wiring
  • Systems repair
  • Control panel wiring
  • IP networking
  • Staff training and professional development

Certification

  • Nicet Fire Alarm System Certification Level 3
  • Nicet CCTV System Certification Level 2
  • Nicet Inspection, Testing, Maintenance Certification Level 2
  • Nicet Inspection, Testing, and Maintenance of Water Based Systems Level 1
  • State of Minnesota Power Limited License
  • State of Iowa Fire and Security Alarm Installer/Inspector
  • State of Wisconsin Fire and Life Safety Inspector
  • State of Nebraska Fire Alarm Inspector
  • State of Alaska Fire Alarm Inspector/Installer
  • City of Des Moines, IA Inspector
  • City of Sioux City, IA Inspector
  • OSHA 10
  • Bosch Fire and Security Certifications
  • Bosch Prasensa Certification
  • March Video Certification
  • Verint Video Solutions Certification.

Timeline

Reserve Police Officer

Waseca Police Deptarment
05.2006 - Current

Low Voltage Technician-Licensed

Walmart Stores Inc.
03.2003 - Current

Loss Prevention Associate

Walmart Stores Inc.
03.2002 - 03.2003

Associate of Applied Science - Criminal Justice Law Enforcement

Rasmussen University

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