Timothy Scholtes
Low Voltage Technician
Chesterfield,VA
Summary
Successful at applying electronics, electrical circuitry expertise to different practical issues. Skilled in investigating and diagnosing problems and completing root cause analysis. Understands technical information and devises forward-thinking effective solutions that help customers achieve operational and safety targets.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Owner/Partner
Prism Industries
Richmond, VA
07.2016 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.
- Created and monitored promotional approaches to increase sales and profit levels.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Reviewed blueprints and project specifications ahead of time to fully understand all key details of job.
- Identified problematic components and wiring issues and applied troubleshooting techniques.
- Responded to problems with processing and production equipment and completed timely repairs.
- Set up networks and computers for business and residential customers.
- Worked closely with network administrators and server engineers to deliver quality service.
- Installed and configured new devices and system components.
- Planned layouts and ran cable into buildings and through walls, attics and crawl spaces.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
- Communicated with customer about specific security needs, adapting plans to meet needs and budget constraints.
- Gave accurate quotes prior to starting projects, breaking down amounts into detailed line items.
- Informed customers of setbacks or possible issues with repairs, quickly diagnosing problems to give accurate information.
Security Technician
Abec Electroincs
Midlothian, VA
01.2011 - 07.2016
- Educated customers on effective use of security systems.
- Performed installations of high-tech security systems, which included access controls, alarms and video surveillance systems.
- Demonstrated features and functionality of alarm systems to customers.
- Performed systematic and high-quality diagnostic troubleshooting and repair or adjustment to integrated audio-visual systems.
- Monitored and repaired audio, video, control systems and video conferencing equipment.
- Maintained projectors and monitors and oversaw maintenance and repairs involving external vendors.
- Pulled and terminated variety of cables.
- Operated soldering iron stations to solder connectors to cable assemblies.
Locksmith
AAA Locksmith
Richmond, VA
03.2010 - 01.2011
- Installed new door hardware such as locks, plates and closers
- Repaired panic hardware and alarm detection connections on doors.
- Used devices to open door locks without keys.
- Gave accurate quotes prior to starting projects, breaking down amounts into detailed line items.
- Drilled into locked safes to open for legal owners who lost keys or inherited systems.
Education
High School Diploma -
James River High School
Midlothian, VA 09.2000 - 06.2004
Skills
Client Service
Contract Management
Installation and repairs
Security and burglar alarms
Rekeying locks
Problem-Solving
Repairing broken systems
Hardware troubleshooting
Circuit testing
Systems repair
Technical Support
Computer imaging
PC refurbishment
Desktop and laptop installations
Certification
DCJS Private Security Services - Locksmith
Timeline
Owner/Partner
Prism Industries
07.2016 - Current
DCJS Compliance Agent Certification
06-2016
Security Technician
Abec Electroincs
01.2011 - 07.2016
DCJS Private Security Services - Electronic Security Sales/Technician
01-2011
Locksmith
AAA Locksmith
03.2010 - 01.2011
DCJS Private Security Services - Locksmith
03-2010
High School Diploma -
James River High School
09.2000 - 06.2004