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Matthew Wheeler

Matthew Wheeler

Fort Wayne,IN

Summary

Reliable, respectful, and mature, seeking employment to gain experience and insight for a future career in Technology and Engineering. Dependable professional with strong background installing, maintaining and repairing systems and components. Maintains equipment safety and performance with in-depth inspections and corrections. Dedicated to both quality rand easurance in both It and Engineering Fields

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Cyber Security Technician

United States Air Force Reserves
Terre Haute, IN
09.2018 - Current
  • Refers to the body of technologies, processes, and practices designed to protect networks, devices, programs, and data from attack, damage, or unauthorized access.
  • Tested and calibrated instruments to ensure accuracy and reliability of data.
  • Performed troubleshooting and repair of equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
  • Diagnosed problems using test equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes, signal generators, power supplies.
  • Assembled new systems and sub-systems from drawings and schematics supplied by engineering department.
  • Assisted in the design of new products or modifications to existing products for improved performance.
  • Provided technical support services to customers via phone or email communication.
  • Installed software updates on customer machines while providing technical assistance when necessary.

Distribution Engineer I

AEP Indiana Michigan Power
Fort Wayne, IN
08.2022 - 12.2023
  • Acquire a working knowledge of the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), national engineering standards, utility constructions standards, and best industry engineering practices.
  • Developed and implemented preventive maintenance plans for distribution systems.
  • Conducted tests on electrical equipment to ensure safety and reliability standards were met.
  • Identified faults in the distribution system using diagnostic tools.
  • Designed, installed, tested and commissioned new power systems as required.
  • Provided technical support to customers related to distribution networks.
  • Investigated customer complaints regarding power outages and other issues with the distribution system.
  • Researched new technologies in order to improve efficiency of existing processes within the network.
  • Collaborated with other departments such as operations, engineering, and IT to ensure smooth functioning of the system.

Systems Administration

Allen County Public Library
11.2021 - 06.2022
  • Configure, deploy, monitor, update, and troubleshoot LAN, Servers, Routers and Software Solutions used within the Operations processing environment
  • Includes working with global, local IT and infrastructure departments to ensure adherence to security protocols

Jr Electrician

Power Home Solar
Fort Wayne, IN
12.2019 - 10.2021
  • Eectively manage your schedule to complete several time sensitive tasks on a daily basis.
  • Installed and tested electrical systems, components, and fixtures in accordance with applicable codes.
  • Repaired and replaced faulty wiring, switches, sockets, circuit breakers, fuses.
  • Terminated cables using crimping tools and heat shrink tubing.
  • Assembled control panels using various components such as relays, contactors, timers and switches.
  • Performed preventive maintenance tasks on electrical equipment.

Electronics and IT Technician

Ingram Micro
Indianapolis, IN
05.2018 - 12.2019
  • Installed and configured hardware, software, systems, networks, printers, and scanners.
  • Maintained user accounts in Active Directory and Exchange Server environments.
  • Troubleshot system issues related to network connectivity, software installation and configuration, printing.
  • Performed troubleshooting on networking and connectivity issues to restore connections and network access.
  • Disassembled computer systems to troubleshoot and resolve hardware issues.
  • Answered user inquiries to resolve computer software or hardware operation problems.

Education

Associates in Science -

Purdue University
02.2024

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering -

Purdue University
02.2024

Core 40 Diploma -

Mt. Vernon High School
05.2018

Minor in Information Technology. -

Purdue University

Skills

  • Top Secret Security Clearance
  • SQL
  • PLC/PCBs
  • AutoCad and Design
  • Fast Learner
  • General/Industrial/Electrical Maintenance
  • HelpDesk
  • Windows Server tools
  • Electrical Tools
  • TCP/IP Protocol
  • C, JavaPythoin, Machine Language
  • Powershell Scripting
  • Command Shell Scripting
  • Make Ready Engineering
  • OV and UG pole loading
  • Reconducting/Respan
  • Design Software
  • Wiring
  • Saddening
  • Electrical Components
  • Service Tech
  • Engineering Oriented
  • Preventive Maintenance
  • Equipment Troubleshooting
  • Quality Assurance
  • Work Documentation
  • Customer Service
  • Valid Driver's License
  • Installation and Repair
  • Project Management
  • Problem and Issue Resolution
  • Debugging
  • Application Support
  • Software Configuration
  • Data Recovery
  • Inventory Control Systems
  • System Administration
  • Network Security
  • Computer Maintenance
  • Computer Diagnostics
  • Hardware Configuration
  • Help Desk Support
  • LAN/WAN
  • Schematic Reading
  • Product Development
  • Design Development
  • Quality Control
  • System Design
  • Design Optimization
  • Electrical Systems
  • Power Distribution
  • Load Calculations
  • Lighting Systems
  • PLC Programming
  • Electrical System Design
  • Equipment Installation

Development

Pursuing certificates, accreditations or other credentials through education programs. Keeping up with technology, systems, and processes. Learning about new developments in my field. Taking on new challenges in my current position, projects, long or short-term assignments. Majoring in Computer Science while a Minor in IT Minor In Electrical Engineering and Seeking Minor in Information Technology

Timeline

Distribution Engineer I

AEP Indiana Michigan Power
08.2022 - 12.2023

Systems Administration

Allen County Public Library
11.2021 - 06.2022

Jr Electrician

Power Home Solar
12.2019 - 10.2021

Cyber Security Technician

United States Air Force Reserves
09.2018 - Current

Electronics and IT Technician

Ingram Micro
05.2018 - 12.2019

Associates in Science -

Purdue University

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering -

Purdue University

Core 40 Diploma -

Mt. Vernon High School

Minor in Information Technology. -

Purdue University
Matthew Wheeler