Thomas (Tom) Kieffer
Inver Grove Heights,MN
Summary
Highly motivated employee with a strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Experienced professional skilled in problem-solving and optimizing performance. Capable of managing projects and collaborating effectively with teams.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Lighting Consultant
Service Lighting, Inc.
Maple Grove, MN
02.2014 - Current
- Employed innovative approaches to improve illumination while conserving energy.
- Conducted site surveys to evaluate current lighting conditions and needs.
- Reviewed architectural drawings for special lighting requirements.
- Advised clients on the best practices for maintenance of installed lighting systems.
- Assisted clients in selecting optimal lighting fixtures based on their budget constraints.
Owner - Lighting Consultant
Lighting Masters, LLC
St Paul, MN
01.2004 - 02.2014
- Developed and implemented successful sales strategies to meet business goals.
- Maintained relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
- Collaborated with owners of other businesses to develop joint ventures and combine resources for mutual benefit.
Sr Lighting Consultant
Service Lighting, Inc.
Fridley, MN
06.1998 - 12.2003
- Regularly grew customer base through effective utilization of prospecting, qualifying, and closing abilities.
- Drove continuous revenue growth by consistently surpassing sales objectives.
- Developed strategies to optimize energy efficiency and improve lighting for clients.
Part-Time Chemical Dependency Counselor
Lifestyle Counseling Services
Prior Lake , MN
09.1990 - 08.1999
- Conducted weekly group counseling sessions for clients in the aftercare program.
- Maintained accurate and timely records of weekly client progress
- Developed life skills programming as part of a 12-week aftercare program.
Commercial & Industrial Lighting Sales
Honsa Lighting
Eagan, MN
03.1995 - 06.1998
- Identified new business opportunities using effective prospecting and qualifying skills.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase sales revenue.
- Developed the mindset of a business owner and honed skills in asking strategic questions for effective client recommendations.
Lamp & Ballast Specialist/Whse
Sterling Electric Supply/Border States Electric
Plymouth, MN
09.1992 - 02.1995
- Managed national account, ensuring prompt order shipping within 24 hours from multiple warehouses nationwide.
- Presented national account agreement cost benefit ratios to management demonstrating lack of profitability
- Accurately stored incoming products and fulfilled orders for shipping.
Psychiatric Aide
River Hills Hospital
Prescott, WI
06.1990 - 08.1992
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to develop effective strategies for managing challenging behaviors.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient care activities in accordance with established protocols.
- Provided support and supervision to adolescent psychiatric patients during their daily activities.
- Traveled extensively throughout Central WI as part of Crisis Intervention Team, evaluating patients in psychiatric crisis and assessing their need for hospitalization.
Youth Pastor
Victory Vineyard Fellowship
Burnsville, MN
07.1987 - 09.1990
- Facilitated small groups focused on discipleship development.
- Developed and implemented weekly worship services for teenagers.
- Organized, raised funds, and led groups of teens for short-term missions in Mexico.
- Recruited volunteers to help with various church events.
Education
Fundamentals of Lighting Efficiency
The Association of Energy Engineers (AEE)
Minneapolis, MN08-2009
Electrical Products Education Course - Bronze
National Association of Electrical Distributors
Plymouth12-1994
Fundamentals of Lighting Course
Illuminating Engineering Society
Plymouth, MN03-1992
Language of Lamps Course
Marketing Manpower Development Programs/Sylvania
Danvers, MN02-1992
Lamp & Lighting Sales
General Electric Lighting Institute
Nela Park, Cleveland, OH05-1981
Bachelor of Arts - Bible, Pastoral Care, Greek, Hermeneutics
Christian Outreach School of Ministries
Hillsboro, MO05-1981
Skills
- Equipment Layout Plan
- Shop Drawing Review
- Client Advisory and Recommendations
- Critical Thinking
- Design Presentation
- Interpersonal Skills
- Analytical Skills
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Task Prioritization
- Analytical Thinking
- Time Management
- Effective Communication
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Excellent Communication
- Relationship Building
- Problem-Solving
- Professionalism
- Continuous Improvement
- Written Communication
- Professional Demeanor
Certification
- CLEP-Certified Lighting Efficiency Professional - Association of Energy Engineers - 03/2010-Lifetime Certified
Affiliations
- IES - Member 2009-Present
- IES-Illumination Awards Merit Judge ~ 2019-Present
- IESNA-Membership & Admissions Committee Member 2022-2024
- IES-Mpls/St Paul Section Board of Managers - member at large 2015-Present
Timeline
Sr. Lighting Consultant
Service Lighting, Inc.
02.2014 - Current
Owner - Lighting Consultant
Lighting Masters, LLC
01.2004 - 02.2014
Sr Lighting Consultant
Service Lighting, Inc.
06.1998 - 12.2003
Commercial & Industrial Lighting Sales
Honsa Lighting
03.1995 - 06.1998
Lamp & Ballast Specialist/Whse
Sterling Electric Supply/Border States Electric
09.1992 - 02.1995
Part-Time Chemical Dependency Counselor
Lifestyle Counseling Services
09.1990 - 08.1999
Psychiatric Aide
River Hills Hospital
06.1990 - 08.1992
Youth Pastor
Victory Vineyard Fellowship
07.1987 - 09.1990
Fundamentals of Lighting Efficiency
The Association of Energy Engineers (AEE)
Electrical Products Education Course - Bronze
National Association of Electrical Distributors
Fundamentals of Lighting Course
Illuminating Engineering Society
Language of Lamps Course
Marketing Manpower Development Programs/Sylvania
Lamp & Lighting Sales
General Electric Lighting Institute
Bachelor of Arts - Bible, Pastoral Care, Greek, Hermeneutics
Christian Outreach School of Ministries
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