Matthew K. Barker
Monmouth,IL
Summary
Dependable Electrician with vast knowledge of electrical systems and expertise installing, repairing and maintaining electrical systems. Skilled at troubleshooting and diagnosing electrical problems and efficiently identifying and implementing solutions. Demonstrates strong communication and interpersonal skills when working with customers and other professionals.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Electrician
Smithfield Foods, Inc
Monmouth, IL
09.2021 - Current
- Work from ladders, scaffolds and lifts to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring, equipment and lighting fixtures in ceilings and on roofs.
- Work with various types of cableways, conduits and other electrical raceways.
- Use testing instruments such as ohmmeters, voltmeters, ammeters, multimeters and megohmmeter.
- troubleshoot control panels and AC/DC control circuits, replace 3 phase motors, and program VFDs.
Self Employed
Bullseye Lawn & Snow Solutions
Lincoln, NE
03.2019 - 09.2021
- What started as a handshake agreement with a neighbor for lawn and snow care, I decided to expand and took on multiple residential and commercial properties in the lawn, snow, and landscape industry. I unfortunately had to close my business as the needs for my family called me to Illinois.
Avionics Line Technician
Duncan Aviation
06.2017 - 12.2018
- Troubleshoot, Maintain, and Repair avionics systems on corporate business jets.
- Ring out wires and continuity.
- Perform pre and post runs of incoming and outgoing aircraft.
Territory Sales Manager
Thermo King Christensen
04.2015 - 06.2017
- Manage a portfolio of 143 accounts and $150,000 in monthly sales.
- Prospect and conduct face-to-face sales calls with business executives and directors throughout assigned territory.
- Meet existing customers to review current services and expand sales opportunities.
Avionics Mechanic
US Army
03.2011 - 04.2015
- Tested, troubleshoot, and maintained all electrical systems and flight components on the UH-60 Blackhawk and CH-47 Chinook helicopter platforms.
- Attended training sessions to increase my overall knowledge base in career field.
- Was main repairer of RG 108 A/U connectors on CH-47F Chinook.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Education
Kansas City Kansas Community College
Associate of Arts - General Education
Upper Iowa University
High School Diploma -
Hasting Senior High School
Skills
- Adaptability
- Time Management
- Leadership
- Staff Management
- Electrical Panel Upgrades
- Digital Circuitry
- Safety Procedures
- AC/DC Control Circuitry
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Test Equipment Operation
- Control Circuit Troubleshooting
- Equipment Maintenance
Timeline
Electrician
Smithfield Foods, Inc
09.2021 - Current
Self Employed
Bullseye Lawn & Snow Solutions
03.2019 - 09.2021
Avionics Line Technician
Duncan Aviation
06.2017 - 12.2018
Territory Sales Manager
Thermo King Christensen
04.2015 - 06.2017
Avionics Mechanic
US Army
03.2011 - 04.2015
Associate of Arts - General Education
Kansas City Kansas Community College
Associate of Arts - General Education
Upper Iowa University
High School Diploma -
Hasting Senior High School