Michael Ferrante
Jacksonville,FL
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Technician
Bridgestone Retail Operations LLC.
Jacksonville, FL
08.2014 - Current
- Adjusted, connected, or disconnected wiring, piping and tubing to complete repairs and installations.
- Disassembled dysfunctional machinery to perform root cause analysis and repairs.
- Reviewed blueprints and manufacturer manuals before beginning installation and repair work.
- Followed safety practices to safeguard against injury and damage to property.
- Estimated cost of labor and materials for projects and communicated value to clients.
- Troubleshot systems to determine appropriate resolution for reported problems with usage.
- Used [Type] register system to ring up customer purchases, process payments, and issue receipts.
- Installed new components or replaced defective parts to restore functionality.
- Used bolts, rivets and screws to fasten parts.
- Utilized a variety of hand tools including soldering irons, screwdrivers, pliers, cutters, wire strippers and crimpers.
Land Surveyor
Harris and Associates
Memphis, TN
07.2012 - 04.2014
- Completed assessments, measuring boundaries and notable landmarks.
- Gathered data from field notes and aerial photographs using GPS technology.
- Read and interpreted legal documents, construction drawings and maps to complete surveys.
- Interpreted aerial photographs related to surveying projects to identify features or anomalies in terrain contours.
- Assisted in establishing elevations for proposed roads or buildings using benchmark data obtained through field observations.
- Calculated height, depth, property lines, and other characteristics of terrain.
- Operated survey instruments such as total stations, transits, theodolites, levels, and electronic distance measuring devices.
- Identified physical features on the ground such as monuments or boundaries using a variety of methods including aerial photography and satellite imagery.
- Conducted boundary surveys, topographic surveys, and right-of-way surveys to create accurate maps and plans.
Airplane Mechanic Apprentice
Aeroframe
Lake Charles, LA
10.2008 - 01.2010
- Operated riding type electric powered elevating equipment to accomplish work assignment.
- Tested and adjusted repaired systems to manufacturer specifications.
- Supervised and completed flight line foreign object prevention walks.
- Maintained records of all repairs performed on aircrafts in accordance with FAA regulations.
- Performed detailed inspections of aircraft systems, components, and parts to ensure quality standards were met.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures to locate source of malfunctions.
- Checked electrical wiring systems for proper connections and functionality.
- Maintained aircraft environmental systems, oxygen systems, fire extinguishing systems and utility systems.
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
Education
GED -
Gateway Christian School
Horn Lake, MS06-2007
Skills
- Component Replacement
- Customer Service
- System Troubleshooting
- Equipment Repair
- Attention to Detail
- Installation and Repair
- Power Tools and Equipment
- Tech-Savvy
Affiliations
- Music Creation
- Flightsim
- Trail Ridding
Timeline
Technician
Bridgestone Retail Operations LLC.
08.2014 - Current
Land Surveyor
Harris and Associates
07.2012 - 04.2014
Airplane Mechanic Apprentice
Aeroframe
10.2008 - 01.2010
GED -
Gateway Christian School