William G. Gardner
Lexington,SC
Summary
Hands-on technical leader in audio visual integration, security systems, and broadcast support. Combines troubleshooting, wiring, networking, programming, and as-built coordination with practical experience in purchasing, customer quotes, and facility work-order tracking to support efficient project execution and dependable operations.
Overview
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Certification
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Audio Visual Technician
USC
Columbia, SC
02.2008 - Current
- Led USC audio visual setup for lectures, conferences, and campus events.
- Troubleshot projectors, microphones, speakers, and display systems across USC facilities.
- Operated control panels, switchers, and recording equipment during live presentations.
- Directed and managed field-related operations, ensuring completion of equipment, construction needs, programming, and documentation for projects. Works closely with design team and provides updates and corrective action requests. Liaised between department and all trades in construction environment to ensure accurate implementation of necessary infrastructure. Purchasing stock items for Audio Visual Lecterns and ancillary equipment using state procurement procedures, wiring lecterns and rooms/auditoriums, various athletics venues and support buildings using AV integration. Reconcile Bill of Materials in Pinnacle. Coordinate with Designers and Integrators to make sure drawings reflect as-built conditions. Meet with customers requesting smaller projects, generate a quote for the customer, and coordinate the integration of the system. Coordinated project activities and tasks, ensuring projects were completed on time. My new role as building manager started in December 2022 and requires reporting/ follow up on building facilities work orders.
Broadcast Engineer
USC
05.2005 - 01.2008
- Troubleshot and repaired distance education studios, integrated enhanced classroom environments, reconfigured and acquired upgraded equipment and supplies, and maintained Access trouble reporting system to support effective learning. Planned and implemented equipment setups for studio and remote productions around campus, ensuring seamless operations and high-quality broadcasts. Managed purchasing requirements for bill of materials and stock levels to maintain operational readiness and support production needs.
- Operated broadcast control rooms for USC live productions and campus media events.
- Maintained transmission systems, cameras, microphones, and signal routing equipment.
- Checked audio and video quality during broadcasts and recordings at USC.
Security System Network Integrator
SFI Electronics
03.2003 - 06.2004
- Installed CCTV and card access systems to enhance security measures. Serviced and repaired systems for commercial and industrial customers, ensuring operational reliability. Managed site operations at various complexes and hospitals, coordinating maintenance and system upgrades.
- Executed daily tasks with precision and efficiency.
- Proposed creative strategies to improve team effectiveness and results.
- Collaborated effectively with a diverse team to meet objectives and resolve product-related challenges.
Analog Validation Technician
Intel Corporation
11.2002 - 11.2002
- Executed validation tests for Intel silicon using lab equipment and test plans.
- Validated and reported test results of MCH chipsets to ensure performance standards. Modified Pentium motherboard parameters to enhance testing accuracy. Removed and replaced chipsets with SRT equipment to maintain operational integrity. Soldered test wires to connect DDR memory registers for accurate data transmission. to DDR memory registers.
- Set up Intel test benches, fixtures, and measurement instruments for daily validation work.
- Monitored test runs and recorded results in Intel tracking systems and logs.
Repair Depot Technician
Soletron
Austin, TX
02.2002 - 05.2002
- Performed repairs on networking equipment, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Inspected depot equipment and reported hazards for Soletron operations.
- Maintained storage areas, tools, and supplies for Soletron dispatch workflows.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments for incoming and outgoing depot orders.
Repair Depot Technician and Product transfer coordinator
Cisco systems Inc.
09.1998 - 01.2002
- Executed component level repairs on photonic amplifiers to restore functionality. Assisted engineer in developing and refining repair procedures for enhanced efficiency. Delivered technical training to third party repair technicians to ensure compliance with repair standards. Completed emergency response team training for first aid and biohazard material handling.
- Serviced Cisco depot equipment for repair, testing, and replacement readiness.
- Inspected returned Cisco hardware for damage, defects, and functional issues.
- Tracked depot inventory using Cisco asset records and service systems.
Manufacturing Technician
Bose Corporation
09.1997 - 09.1998
- Repaired analog and digital amplifiers to restore functionality and ensure performance standards. Verified module versions using ECN notices and confirmed BOM accuracy for compliance.
- Assembled Bose audio components following manufacturing work instructions and quality standards.
- Inspected finished products for defects, alignment, and cosmetic consistency.
- Operated test equipment to verify Bose speaker and electronics performance.
Security Installer
Corley Security
06.1997 - 09.1997
- Installed CCTV and card access systems to enhance security measures. Operated in commercial environments on finished and new construction sites to ensure seamless integration of security systems. Coordinated with other trades to facilitate timely and efficient project completion.
- Installed security cameras, alarm panels, and access control systems for Corley Security clients.
- Mounted wires, sensors, and devices according to Corley Security job plans.
- Tested security equipment and confirmed system operation before customer handoff.
Electronics Test Technician
Union Switch & Signal
03.1993 - 04.1997
- Tested and repaired production PCBs, generating Corrective Action Reports to address issues. Collaborated with engineers to create ECNs and implement design changes. Verified BOM accuracy and ordered replacement components to maintain production flow.
- Tested rail signaling electronics using multimeters, oscilloscopes, and test benches
- Inspected circuit boards and wiring for Union Switch & Signal equipment
- Troubleshot defective components in train control and signal assemblies
Education
B.S. - Engineering Technology Management
Palmetto College
Spartanburg, SC04-2028
A.S. - Electronic Engineering Technology
Midlands Technical College
Columbia, SC08-1997
Associate/Science Degree - Electronics Engineering Technology
Midlands Technical College
Columbia, SCSkills
- AV system design
- AV integration
- AV control integration
- Audio-visual systems knowledge
- Electronics troubleshooting
- Network troubleshooting
- Systems integration skills
- Project management expertise
- Vendor coordination
- OSHA regulations knowledge
- Construction trades expertise
- AV integration
Certification
- Fujikura 40 series fiber optic fusion splicing October 1999
- NTS Electronic Security Level 1 (UL and NFPA codes) November 2002
- Integral Sentry Digital Video Recording Programming March 2003
- AMAG Access Control Systems April 2003
- Crestron DigitalMedia Certified Technician April 2017
- Infocomm Certified Technology Specialist September 2012
- Crestron Technical Institute Foundations of Crestron Programming August 2013
- Infocomm Certified Technology Specialist-Installation (heavy in construction ideals) December 2017
- University of South Carolina LEAD1 supervisor course April 2018
Timeline
Lead Audio Visual Technician
USC
02.2008 - Current
Broadcast Engineer
USC
05.2005 - 01.2008
Security System Network Integrator
SFI Electronics
03.2003 - 06.2004
Analog Validation Technician
Intel Corporation
11.2002 - 11.2002
Repair Depot Technician
Soletron
02.2002 - 05.2002
Repair Depot Technician and Product transfer coordinator
Cisco systems Inc.
09.1998 - 01.2002
Manufacturing Technician
Bose Corporation
09.1997 - 09.1998
Security Installer
Corley Security
06.1997 - 09.1997
Electronics Test Technician
Union Switch & Signal
03.1993 - 04.1997
B.S. - Engineering Technology Management
Palmetto College
A.S. - Electronic Engineering Technology
Midlands Technical College
Associate/Science Degree - Electronics Engineering Technology
Midlands Technical College