Michael Johnson
Bountiful,UT
Summary
Hands-on lighting professional with experience in troubleshooting faulty fixtures, installing wiring, and programming lighting consoles. Known for project leadership, code compliance, and reliable on-site execution.
Overview
1
1
Certification
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Lighting Technician
LMS
South Salt Lake, UT
01.2020 - 10.2026
- Programmed lighting consoles to create desired looks and effects.
- Created a variety of color palettes and manipulated light levels through programming consoles.
- Rigged lighting equipment and evaluated finished work for compliance with specifications and safety standards.
- Tested and inspected lighting equipment before use and made necessary adjustments and repairs.
- Troubleshot and resolved faulty fixtures and wiring issues to ensure optimal performance.
- Installed electrical cables or wire fixtures.
- Patched or wired lights to dimmers or other electronic consoles.
- Ensured compliance with local electrical and safety codes for all lighting installations.
- Assessed wiring and equipment set up to prohibit risk of fire or electrical shock.
- Served as project leader on specific lighting installation projects, overseeing tasks and team coordination.
Truck Driver
CRST
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
05.2014 - 03.2015
- Completed thorough pre-trip inspections to support vehicle safety and compliance.
- Monitored vehicle performance, reporting maintenance needs proactively to ensure operational reliability.
- Coordinated with dispatch to communicate delivery status updates and route changes, enhancing logistical efficiency.
- Followed DOT safety rules and CRST compliance procedures during transport.
- Recorded driving hours and trip details in ELD log systems.
- Secured cargo using straps, chains, and load-check procedures to uphold safety standards during transport.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Computer And Information Systems
Everest College
West Valley City, UTSkills
- Critical thinking
- Project leadership
- Cable installation
- Lighting installation
- Lighting maintenance
- Electrical safety
- Dimming systems
- Electrical troubleshooting
- Lighting console operation
- Fixture troubleshooting
- Electrical wiring
- Rigging systems
- Equipment inspection
- Interior and exterior lighting
- Safety compliance
Certification
- OSHA 10 Certification
- Class A CDL
Timeline
Lighting Technician
LMS
01.2020 - 10.2026
Truck Driver
CRST
05.2014 - 03.2015
Some College (No Degree) - Computer And Information Systems
Everest College