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Zachary A. Kessler
Arcanum,OH
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Summary
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Maintenance position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in Electrical Controls and talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.
Overview
18
years of professional experience
4
Certification
Work History
Kings Electrical ServicesLebanon, OH
Fire Alarm Journeyman
05.2025 - 03.2026
Job overview
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions, and make decisions.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
Integrated Matrix SolutionXenia, OH
Installation/Service Technician
09.2023 - 05.2025
Job overview
- In charge of overseeing installation at three large luxury properties ran by Hills Properties.
- Ie: gathering materials, meeting milestone marks for the job site, managing productivity on the job site.
- Diagnosed technical issues, implementing effective solutions to reduce downtime and enhance service quality.
- Leveraged excellent communication skills to effectively convey technical information to non-technical customers throughout the installation process.
- Cultivated strong relationships with vendors, ensuring timely delivery of equipment and parts needed for installations and repairs.
- Managed multiple simultaneous installation projects while maintaining strict adherence to deadlines and quality standards.
- Diagnosed and troubleshot system faults, identifying equipment issues and resolutions.
- Maintained high level of safety when using hand and power equipment for hoisting, measuring, testing, and drilling of various types of installations.
- Evaluated equipment to determine if it needed to be repaired or replaced.
- Diagnosed and repaired problems with electrical and mechanical systems.
- Tested systems, noting issues and completing preventive maintenance.
A1 Sprinkler & Systems IntegrationOhio, Northern Kentucky
Service Technician
09.2021 - 08.2023
Job overview
- Meeting client at location of error; servicing fire alarm and/or sprinkler systems.
- Ability to troubleshoot on site and over the phone in emergency situations.
- Interfacing daily with digital scheduling system to receive service calls. Responsible for logging service tickets before end of business.
- Apart of rotational after hours schedule to ensure emergency calls are met 5pm-6am, as well as 24 hours on Saturday & Sunday.
- EST III Technician servicing all Edwards customers for A1.
- Service Area : Ohio, Northern Kentucky; EST III Certified
- Continuous receiver of “Driver of the Month” Award in 2021 & 2022
- Received Driver of the Year for 2022
Fatt Backs BBQDayton, OH
Dishwasher/Food Prep/Register
03.2021 - 10.2021
Job overview
- Maintained cleanliness of dishes as well as lobby and outside areas for restaurant daily.
- Took incoming calls answering customer questions and taking customer orders.
- Preparing orders for dine-in meals as well as take out orders.
- Handled customer sales at the register and took payments over the phone for larger orders.
- Managed approximately 50 incoming calls, emails, or orders per day from customers
- Implemented best practices for food safety and sanitation compliance in dishwashing processes.
- Trained new staff on proper use of dishwashing equipment and cleaning procedures.
- Kept kitchen areas neat and clean by removing trash and organizing supplies.
- Followed supervisor instructions to complete tasks on time.
Garber Electrical Contractors IncEnglewood, OH
Technician, Foreman, Service Technician
08.2015 - 03.2021
Job overview
- As Technician installed low-voltage systems such as security, fire alarm and telecommunication systems.
- Did network installations with fiber optic and data cables, also ran errands for the job site Foreman and made sure all the necessary tools and equipment were on site.
- As Foreman was responsible for loading the truck with all equipment necessary for the job, making sure technicians reported to the site, understood the directions and assisted with installation completion.
- Was present to handle any issues that may arise on site and made sure they were resolved.
- As Service Technician was responsible for maintenance and testing of installed systems; Responsible for the problem solving and resolution for any system issues that may arise on site.
- Responsible for meeting with fire alarm inspectors and signing off on fire alarm systems for installation and mandatory maintenance.
- Technician 2015-2017; Foreman 2017-2019; Service Technician 2019-2021
G-Wireless D.B.A Hometown CableGreenville, OH
Installation, Technician, Tower Installation
05.2008 - 08.2015
Job overview
- As Installer; responsible for wireless equipment and cable installation.
- Provided any on site programming required to successfully run the equipment.
- Responsible for running data and fiber optic cables and CAT5 cables residentially.
- As Technician; responsible for equipment maintenance and installing wireless networking systems; both public and private systems.
- Responsible for troubleshooting and solving system outages.
- As Tower Installation Technician; responsible for installation of wireless equipment at extreme heights. i.e water tower, grain elevator, skyscraper.
- Responsible for running cables inside structure to ensure systems worked properly at the height.
- Prevailing Wage Employment
Education
Sinclair Community CollegeDayton, OH
Some College (No Degree) from GIS Mapping/Geography
Arcanum Butler High School/Miami Valley Career Technology CenterArcanum, OH
Diploma from Information Technology via CTC
01.2010
Skills
- Strong Low-Voltage & Data Cable Installation skills; over Ten years experience
- Held Licenses in: Fire Alarm License: 8 years, Arial/Fork Lift Operation License: 3 years
- Strong Customer Service & Conflict Resolution skills
- Proficient in the following programs: Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint
- Ability to type: 30 words per minute
- Proficient in troubleshooting & programming Silent Night, Honeywell Security, Firelite, Hochiki, Simplex Systems, & Potter Systems
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Critical thinking
- Calm under pressure
- Friendly, positive attitude
Accomplishments
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
- Certifications of different fire alarm & security systems such as Edwards EST III, Kidde VM, Alarm.com, and DMP security systems.
- Lead/Assisted/Serviced several large projects with multiple organizations to ensure timely results; United Grinding, City Club Apartments, Carespring Nursing Communitys, Meijer Distribution, Meijer Stores, etc.
Certification
- Edward’s Fire Alarm Products;
- EST III
- IO64
- IO500
- IO1000
- DMP Corporation;
- Fire Security & Monitoring
- Other;
- Autocall
- 4007ES
- TeraTerm
Timeline
Fire Alarm Journeyman
Kings Electrical Services
05.2025 - 03.2026
Installation/Service Technician
Integrated Matrix Solution
09.2023 - 05.2025
Service Technician
A1 Sprinkler & Systems Integration
09.2021 - 08.2023
Dishwasher/Food Prep/Register
Fatt Backs BBQ
03.2021 - 10.2021
Technician, Foreman, Service Technician
Garber Electrical Contractors Inc
08.2015 - 03.2021
Installation, Technician, Tower Installation
G-Wireless D.B.A Hometown Cable
05.2008 - 08.2015
Sinclair Community College
Some College (No Degree) from GIS Mapping/Geography
Arcanum Butler High School/Miami Valley Career Technology Center
Diploma from Information Technology via CTC