Technician Electrical

Nicholas Sawall

*** ***** ******* ** *, New Albany, MS 38652

904-***-**** - ********@*********.***

OBJECTIVE

A position in Industrial Mechanical & Electronic Repair

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

One year experience as a multi-skilled industrial maintenance technician, specializing in Toyopuc and

Allen-Bradley PLC systems. Four years’ experience as an electronics repair and mechanical technician

in the U.S. Army specializing in radio systems, optic systems, weapon systems, and wheeled vehicles.

Diagnosed, maintained and repaired Detroit Diesel, Cummins, General Motors, and Allison Drive-train

vehicles on MRAPS, HUMVEES, & HEMMITS. Serviced and repaired vehicles, bob cats, forklifts,

generators, trailers, and fuel and water pumps. Recovered over 100 vehicles at 100% success

rate. .Knowledgeable of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Awarded Mechanics Badge & Driver’s

Badge. Secret Security Clearance and valid US passport.

EXPERIENCE

Multi-skilled Maintenance Technician

Toyota Motor Manufacturing Mississippi 2012-2013

Diagnosed, troubleshot, taught, and r

epaired Yamaha and Nachi robots. Troubleshot Toyopuc and Allen-Bradley PLC systems. Preformed

annual services of Yamaha and Nachi robots. Diagnosed, troubleshot, and repaired chain conveyor

systems. Diagnosed, troubleshot, and repaired friction drive systems. Diagnosed, troubleshot, and

repaired electrical systems ranging from 24 VDC to 600 VAC. Diagnosed, troubleshot, and repaired with

both A/C and D/C drive motors. Worked with PeopleSoft for ordering parts and Maximo for inputting

service records. Worked with and maintained water cooling systems for welding robots. Verified and

maintained mixed gas systems for welding robots.

Multi-

Mechanical & Electronics Repairer / Communications Security Repairer

U.S. Army, Fort Knox, KY & Afghanistan 2009 – 2012

Mechanical: Repaired engines and suspensions on MAX-PROS, MATVS, & RG31, HUMVEES, and HEMMITTS.

Troubleshot, repaired and replaced General Motors, Detroit Diesel, Cummins and Allison transmissions. Received achievement

medal for maintaining 32 vehicles at 100% operational readiness. Performed safety and serviceability inspections and

organizational maintenance activities on vehicles. Traveled with mobile repair and recovery teams to service and repair

vehicles. Analyzed, diagnosed, and performed corrective maintenance on engine, fuel, lubrication, and electrical system

malfunctions. Diagnosed, troubleshot, and repaired, charging, brake, electrical, and cooling systems of vehicles.

Nicholas Sawall

Electronics: Installed, operated, and maintained tactical radio equipment, night. Performed maintenance including replacing

modular radio components, antenna repairs, high frequency radio equipment, and assembly of electronic components, wiring

harnesses, connectors and mechanical assemblies. Working knowledge of digital and analog circuit theory. Provided training

installation and use of SINCAGRS radio systems to groups of up to 100. Performed safety service inspections and maintenance

on various types of communications equipment. Coordinated and scheduled inspections and services with the Test

Measurements Diagnostic Equipment shop. Located defects including loose connections, broken wires, and burned-out

components using schematic diagrams, test equipment, and inspection tags. Inspected wiring and soldering for defects.

Performed repairs using soldering iron, wire cutters, pliers, and wiring diagrams. Replaced defective components, conductors,

resistors, semiconductors, and integrated circuits using soldering iron, wire cutters, and hand tools. Identified problems and

malfunctions; conducted preventive maintenance checks and services under hazardous and stressful conditions.

Welder: Welded steel using oxyacetylene and electric arc welding equipment. Outfitted over 100

vehicles with ammunition baskets. Produced various signs. Received hands on training and detailed

instruction in welding techniques and applications.

Computer Repair Technician

Sawall Tech, Jacksonville, FL 2003 - 2008

Troubleshot and repair various home computers including DELL, IBM, Sony and more. Performed and

installed upgrades including hard drives, software, and RAM. Installed wires for home networking. Set

up and configured wireless networking. Ensured compatibility with existing software and hardware.

Coordinated and performed Symantec Antivirus installation and support. Installed 120 volt electrical

lines and systems in home and commercial settings.

Lead Installation Technician

WireRite Theater Solutions, Jacksonville, FL 2007 – 2008

Installed and troubleshot home theatre systems, phone systems, distributed audio systems, and LANs.

Estimated customer pricing and quotations for service and installation. Sold audio visual equipment

including TVs, indoor and outdoor speakers, and stereo systems. Demonstrated equipment to customers

and explain how it is to be used, and respond to any inquiries or complaints. Installed 120 volt electrical

lines and systems in home and commercial settings.

Education & Training

• Graduate, Associate of Science in Show Production and Touring, Full Sail University, Winter

Park, FL 2007

• Graduate, Communication Security Repairer Course, U.S. Army, Fort Gordon, GA, 2009

• Certificate, Advanced First Aid / Combat Life Saver Course, U.S. Army, Fort Knox, KY 2010

• Certificate, Javelin Missile System Operator Course, U.S. Army, Fort Knox, KY 2010

• Certificate, Long Range Optic System (LRAS) Repairer Course, U.S. Army, Fort Knox, KY,

2010

• Certificate, MaxxPro Operators course, U.S. Army, Fort Knox, KY, 2010

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