Richard Paul Fisher
Philadelphia, New York 13673
E-mail: **********@*****.***
Home: (315) - 608-6796
Work: (315) - 777-6769
Work Experience
Route Technician II 09/05/2009 - 2/24/10
ARMP/MWR Fort Drum, New York
• Performs a full range of maintenance following established repair procedures to troubleshoot and repair equipment in operating locations
and the field office.
• Installs wireless internet in soldier barracks according to industry standards (I3A).
• Performs a full range of maintenance following established repair procedures to troubleshoot and repair internet connections including
installation of CAT6, fiber optic cable (OC3), new port assignments, changing switches, etc.
• Performed installation and setup procedures, such as RAM clear and set percentage, connected link system components ( Mach/ MDC/
BSO/ PFU).
• Interprets wiring diagrams/schematics to troubleshoot machines and for installation of CAT6 and fiber optic cable.
• Performs QA/QC inspections in buildings and on work performed by contractors hired by ARMP for final clearance in accordance with
NEC standards and IA3.
• Provides a wide variety of information regarding requirements, regulations, and procedures for all assigned areas, identifies and
researches problems/errors, and takes or recommends corrective and/or preventive action.
• Coordinates, installs, and monitors the information management systems. Provide hardware/software support; diagnosing/identifying
equipment failures; coordinating maintenance actions; and ensuring all WTU computers receive virus updates.
• Prepare/process purchase requests for equipment and supplies; maintain software for equipment; ensure automation security measures.
• Provide technical assistance, guidance, and support for switches, routers, servers, and Node centers for 10th Mountain Division.
• Maintained stock records of inventory for accountability.
• Laid off due to change in mission requirements.
Logistical Analysis I 12/01/2008-05/04/2009
COMET Team/Lockheed Martin Fort Drum, NY
• Developed training materials and lessons plans to certify users and supervisors in the use and applications of all communication and
electronic equipment such as "Firefinder" radar system, AFATDS, SINCGARS, Multi-channel long haul microwave communications
systems and more for all units on Fort Drum
• Provided advice, assistance, on-the-job training and instruction to users on the operation and electronic maintenance of CECOM
equipment and in the resolution of communication and electronic maintenance and supply problems. Recommended and conducted
formal training of military in maintenance procedures.
• Cooperated with and provides specific recommendations to other key support organizations (i.e. Command Safety Office, Director of
Logistics, Physical Security, HAZMAT and the Logistics Assistance Organization) with relation to Communication and Electronics.
• Performed Technical Inspections, repair maintenance and supply instructions to all active duty and reserve units on Fort Drum.
Electronic Technician III 12/05/2003 to 12/01/2008
Lear Siegler Services Inc Fort Drum, NY
• Performed direct and general support maintenance repair on various computer equipment, special electronic devices and radio receivers,
MSE TRI-TAC, transmitters, satcom, night vision, optics, thermal equipment, mine detectors, scattering systems, electronic distance and
azimuth orienting devices, Sams, intrusion detection devices, comsec, signal intelligence systems, multiplexers, converters, modulators,
laser systems, battlefield illumination devices, Multi-channel long haul microwave communications systems, avionic radios and
communication equipment, electronic azimuth determining devices, and nuclear, biological, and chemical warning and measuring
devices, common ground stations (software, hardware expertise; and resolved problems on SENSOR systems; and GPFU), and other
associated equipment.
• Used analog and digital computer test measurement, and diagnostic equipment to determine cause and location of malfunctions, extent
of faults, and category of maintenance required.
• Repaired systems, equipment and subassemblies by adjusting, aligning, repairing, and replacing defective component, or line
replaceable units.
• Performed bench equipment tests to verify operability of repaired equipment and to ensure repair items are in compliance with technical
specification and ensure emission security standards are met.
• Performed preventive maintenance checks and services on tools, test, measurement and diagnostic equipment.
• Repaired automated test equipment and digital computers to localize and diagnose cause of malfunctions.
• Exchanged faulty equipment and performed difficult or complex repairs of defective components, subassemblies, and related cabling.
• Provided direct supervisor with equipment repair status, priorities, and necessity for bench stock re-supply at daily meetings.
• Performed final and quality control inspection of repaired equipment done by all employees.
• Managed the scheduling and prioritizing of daily tasks for all of my employees and the on-call schedule for the electronic and
communication division.
• Verified lateral transfer documents, shortages, reported discrepancies, and maintained accountability for all DOL equipment in the
maintenance division for organizational and installation equipment.
• Maintained records of inventory of material for supply accountability reports.
Senior Electronic Engineering Technician 07/15/2000 to 07/01/2003
DPT/Incline Global Technologies Round Rock, TX
• Performed diagnostic testing, failure analysis and repair to component level of various electronic, digital and computer display systems
with the use of schematics and various electronic test equipment.
• Trained new electronic technicians on testing, component identification, troubleshooting procedures and customer specifications.
• Repaired diagnostic test equipment to component level to aid the repair technician. Built and repaired cables and PCBS for equipment
repair and diagnostic testing. Managed the scheduling and prioritizing of daily tasks of electronic technicians.
• Managed the scheduling and prioritizing of daily tasks of electronic technicians.
Senior Electronic Technician 06/22/1999 to 07/01/2000
Solectron Austin, TX
• Tested, diagnosed and repaired Nokia, IBM, Hughes, Nortel and Cisco electronic computer equipment to component level with the use of
various electronic test equipment.
• Performed functional testing and analysis of newly developed equipment and systems to ensure operation and reliability.
• Setup, configured and maintained prototype test systems and software to assist in the diagnosis and repair of various electronic
equipment.
Electronic Maintenance Chief/Technician SFC 10/01/1982 to 07/01/1998
U.S. Army Fort Hood, TX
• Supervised, monitored and directed the electronic maintenance of direct and general support maintenance of all Army standard
electronics equipment, systems, and associated devices, to include communications, security and controlled cryptographic item devices
(including Sams).
• Developed and implemented unit level maintenance programs.
• Developed and enforced policy and procedures for facility and supply management.
• Conducted range control on numerous weapon systems.
• Organized work schedules and instructed subordinate personnel in the technical maintenance of field communications and electronic
equipment and systems, associated devices.
• Requested logistical support; assimilated and prepared reports and maintenance statistics.
• Interpreted Army maintenance policy and procedures used in command electronic maintenance operations.
• Served as material management staff noncommissioned officer in field and garrison electronic maintenance operations.
• Inspected assigned electronic maintenance activities for compliance with repair priorities, quality control, and shop practices, advised
commander and staff on all aspects of electronic maintenance operations.
Education
Central Texas College
Electronics Communications
1993-1996
Training
• Persian Missiles Electronic Preparer Course, Fort Sill, OK, 1982
• Primary Leadership Non Commissioned Officer Development Course, Bad Tolz, Germany, 1989
• Special Electronic Device Repair Course, Fort Gordon, GA, 1991
• DC Electronics Course, Fort Gordon, GA 1991
• AC Electronics Course, Fort Gordon, GA 1991
• Supervisor Special Electronic Devices Repairer Basic Noncommissioned Officer (NCO) Course, Fort Gordon, GA, 1992
• Communication Security Repairs Course, Fort Gordon, GA, 1992
• Instructor Certification Course, Fort Lee, VA 1993
• COMSEC Electronics Repairer Course, Vilseck, Germany, 1994
• Radiological Protection Officer Course, Vilseck, Germany, 1995
• ANVIS/Maintainer/Trainer Course, Fort Drum, NY 2008
Awards
• Meritorious Service Medals (2)
• Army Commendation Medals (5)
• Army Achievement Medals (5)
• Army Superior Unit Award
• Army Good Conduct Medals (4)
• National Defense Service Award
• Non Commissioned Officer Professional Development Ribbon with Numeral 2
• Army Service Ribbon
• Overseas Service Ribbon (3rd)
• Sharpshooter Marksmanship
• Qualification Badge with Rifle Bar
• Driver and Mechanic Badge with Driver W Bar
• Performance Award Lear Siegler Services, Inc 2008
• Certificate of Appreciation 3rd Squadron, 17th Cavalry Regiment Oct 2008
Certifications
• Instructor certified
• Precision solder certified in both through hole and surface mount technology
• Active secret security clearance.