MIKE DAN
Murrieta,CA
Summary
20+ years experience installing and servicing all types of signs and exterior lighting including neon, LED, and florescent. Installing and servicing high pressure sodium, metal halide, and LED parking lot lights. Installing and servicing all types and sizes of indoor and outdoor LED digital displays, pole signs, monuments, and billboards. Directing operators excavating and drilling all types of sign footings including placing rebar cages and properly securing J bolts. Experienced in working with all types of power tools and electrical testing equipment. Very comfortable operating man lifts at all heights and in high traffic areas. Also very experienced in crane rigging.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner/Operator
Merritt Signs
06.2023 - Current
Led sign installation projects for national companies in Southern California, managing the entire process from bidding to completion. Oversaw permitting procedures, working closely with city officials to ensure compliance with my C-45 electrical sign contractor license. Executed sign installations and facilitated inspections by electrical authorities to validate work quality.
Superintendent
Bodar
06.2022 - 04.2023
Remodeled the first floor of a Holiday Inn into a Courtyard by Marriott in Miramar.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
- Coordinated project schedules and resource allocation to optimize workflow efficiency.
- Mentored junior staff, providing guidance on best practices and operational procedures.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced productivity and reduced downtime.
Quickly found out I prefer being way more hands on and didn't like baby sitting all the different trades. But was able to get along well with everyone including the many city inspectors I had to deal with
Sign Installer
National Sign and Marketing
02.2018 - 05.2022
Installed all types of signage for Chick-fil-A, Carls jr. , El Polo Loco ect.
Education
California C-45 Electrical Sign Contractor
06-2023
High School Diploma -
El Camino
Oceanside, CA06-1997
Skills
- C-45 CA Contractors License
- Electrical experience 120v - 480v
- Experienced man / boom lift operator
- Friendly, likeable, positive attitude
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Work VERY well with others
Timeline
Owner/Operator
Merritt Signs
06.2023 - Current
Superintendent
Bodar
06.2022 - 04.2023
Sign Installer
National Sign and Marketing
02.2018 - 05.2022
California C-45 Electrical Sign Contractor
High School Diploma -
El Camino