Hi, I’m
Obediah Wilson
Portland,OR
Summary
Dedicated employee known for punctuality, pursuing employment options where good customer service and positive attitude will make a difference.
Overview
24
years of professional experience
Work History
IntelAloha, OR
Mechanical Technician
01.2021 - Current
Job overview
- Inspected and tested machinery, equipment and component parts to identify defects, diagnose malfunctions and facilitate repairs.
VerizonSalt Lake City, UT
Cell Tower Technician
06.2018 - 01.2021
Job overview
- Climbed various heights on multiple structures safely and efficiently to repair equipment.
- Installed transmission lines, antennas, cabling, braces and supports to promote communications operations.
- Conducted daily site safety analysis meetings, equipment inspections and safety kit and [Type] inspections.
- Maintained and operated construction equipment such as electric and hydraulic winches and capstans.
- Coordinated all aspects of projects to build wireless cell site foundations within timelines.
Utah Transit AuthoritySalt Lake City, UT
Rail Traffic Controller
07.2011 - 06.2016
Job overview
- Communicated all emergencies, delays due to weather and carrier schedule changes to customers and supervisors.
- Updated and input route information into computer system on daily basis.
- Reported maintenance and repair needs for transportation vehicles and equipment.
- Created and enforced policies and procedures for entire logistics team.
- Analyzed operational performance and implemented plans to attain organizational and financial goals.
US Coast GuardPortland, OR
Master Captain
06.2005 - 07.2010
Job overview
- Adhered to all safety protocols, including assessing weather variables to promote passenger and vessel safety.
- Trained crew members on navigation, boat handling and medical emergencies.
- Conducted [Task] and [Task] to perform routine boat maintenance.
- Navigated courses and determined speeds using navigation tools, such as charts and sextants.
- Communicated with passing vessels using visible and audible signals.
- Steered boats along plotted routes to transport guests to destinations.
- Signaled passing vessels by using flags, radios, whistles and flashing lights.
- Read gauges to verify sufficient levels of hydraulic fluid, air pressure and oxygen.
Lane Transit DistrictEugene, OR
Diversity Council
01.2000 - 06.2007
Job overview
- Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.
- Improved operations by working with team members and customers to find workable solutions.
- Motivated and encouraged team members to communicate more openly and constructively with each other.
- Resolved interpersonal conflicts by listening, finding common ground and building relationships.
- Kept team on track by assigning and supervising their activities and giving constructive feedback.
- Defined strategies and created a plan to achieve ambitious operational objectives.
- Created agendas and communication materials for team meetings.
- Collaborated with others to discuss new [Type] opportunities.
Education
Portland Community CollegePortland, OR
Associate of Science from Accounting And Business Management
02.1996
Skills
- Communication
- Maintenance & Repair
- People skills
- Microsoft Office
- Collaboration
- Troubleshooting
- Problem resolution
- Conflict resolution
- Critical thinking
- Leadership
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Relationship building
Timeline
Mechanical Technician
Intel
01.2021 - Current
Cell Tower Technician
Verizon
06.2018 - 01.2021
Rail Traffic Controller
Utah Transit Authority
07.2011 - 06.2016
Master Captain
US Coast Guard
06.2005 - 07.2010
Diversity Council
Lane Transit District
01.2000 - 06.2007
Portland Community College
Associate of Science from Accounting And Business Management