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Nicholas Desautels

Crown Point,NY

Summary

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Motorcycle Mechanic

Orange Cat Racing
2016.01 - Current
  • Ensure that motorcycles meet MotoAmerica technical standards for the class it’s
    competing in and that all required parts are safety wired, and torqued to specification,
    transponder is on, bike is safe for rider and crew members.
  • Proficient with the use of all hand tools needed to completely take apart and rebuild a motorcycle
  • Write technical inspection documentation for all motorcycles on race team
  • Make all required adjustments to motorcycles in a timely manner during testing, practice,
    qualifying, and race scenarios.
  • Follow all team operating procedures including meticulously recording all activities
    and maintenance following each session.
  • Deep understanding of the MotoAmerica rules and familiar with all starting procedures and hot pit rules for race class during Motoamerica weekends.
  • Keep up on all MotoAmerica information and bulletins.
  • Assist with all riders' motorcycles during major events.
  • Communicate needs and concerns to the lead mechanic or crew chief if any issues
    arise.
  • Assist with other duties as needed, including pit setup and tear down, supporting
    other team members, and stepping in to help where necessary.
  • Represent the team brand in uniform and with respect and consideration to fans and
    spectators.
  • Work in a collaborative, friendly, and respectful manner with all members of the
    team.
  • Use team email and communication platforms and technology infrastructure

Project Manager

Federal Signal Corporation
2015.06 - Current
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for Warning Siren System projects with the Department of Defense, Oil and Gas and multiple Government Entities
  • Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
  • Achieved project deadlines by coordinating with contractors to manage performance.
  • Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
  • Manage a team of Application / Commissioning Engineers to deploy Warning Siren Systems
  • Provided detailed project status updates to stakeholders and executive management.
  • Served as technical liaison, supporting engineering, management, procurement, sales and marketing, quality assurance and supply base.

Senior Application Engineer

Federal Signal Corporation
2000.02 - 2015.06
  • Technical lead in deployment and Commissioning of outdoor and indoor warning systems.
  • Configuration, service, technical support and training of custom warning systems in municipal, millitary, nuclear, industrial and college campus applications.
  • Extensive experience with RF and voltage test equipment
  • Low voltage AC and DC circuits
  • RF Communications
  • IP communications
  • Satellite Communication
  • Cellular Communications
  • Interact with diverse technical and non-technical groups, spanning all organizational levels
  • Act as a liaison between customer and engineering division to assist in building new products.
  • Management and overseeing of outdoor and indoor warning system projects.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Project Management

ITT Technical Institute - Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN
05.2016

Associate of Science - Electronics Technology

ITT Technical Institute - Indianapolis
Indianapolis, IN
03.2014

Skills

  • MotoAmerica Rules / Regulations / Procedures
  • Team Player
  • Time Management
  • Critical Thinking
  • Project Deadlines
  • Manufacturer Specifications
  • Motorcycle Inspection and Maintenance
  • Hand and Power Tools
  • Project and Task Requirements
  • Replacement and Repair Work
  • Motorcycle Maintenance
  • Modifications Experience

Timeline

Motorcycle Mechanic

Orange Cat Racing
2016.01 - Current

Project Manager

Federal Signal Corporation
2015.06 - Current

Senior Application Engineer

Federal Signal Corporation
2000.02 - 2015.06

Bachelor of Science - Project Management

ITT Technical Institute - Indianapolis

Associate of Science - Electronics Technology

ITT Technical Institute - Indianapolis
Nicholas Desautels