Rick Rhodes
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OBJECTIVE
Seeking a service or management position that will utilize my experience
and training in the communications and maintenance industry.
Skills
Technical skills include Ladder Logic, programming Allen Bradley PLC,
hardware configuration, schematics (reading and drawing), digital multi-
meters, oscilloscope, logic probes, analog and digital electronics,
function generators, rectifiers, transistors, local oscillators, and
component level testing,. Basic programming using Python, Raptor and C.
Ability to use analytical thinking, critical reading and mathematics to
help solve practical problems in engineering and technology, MS Office and
SAP 5.0
Keywords
Electronics Technician, communications, FCC Certification, PLC, component
level testing, troubleshooting, microcircuit production, ISO compliance,
analog and digital electronics, schematics, oscilloscopes, LC filters,
Ladder Logic, function generators, rectifiers, network
analyzers, transistors, local oscillators, capacitors, DMM, micro
controllers, diodes, and prototyping.
WORK HISTORY
Mar 2009 - Present Executive Staffing /Schenkar Logistics
Columbia, SC
Sandblaster / Painter
. Painting and sandblasting quarry machinery and parts
. Assist in rigging and loading finished equipment
Feb 2003 - Jan 2009 Ecolab
Columbia, SC
Service Manager
. Provide service to multi-state territory
. Support both institutional and hospitality industries
including eight territory managers and 2 route managers
. Install, service and troubleshoot commercial kitchen
equipment, laundry equipment, auxiliary pumps and
dispensers
. Install, service and troubleshoot pool and spa chemical
dispensers and remote monitoring systems
. Increase sales by providing professional service and good
customer relations
Oct 1996 - Feb 2003 Embassey Suites Hotel
Columbia, SC
Assistant Chief Engineer
. Maintain and service all hotel equipment and utilities
including but not limited to telephone systems, computer
connections, HVAC, plumbing, carpentry, pool/spa, boilers,
laundry equipment, and commercial kitchen appliances
. Perform electrical troubleshooting and any mechanical needs
of the hotel
. Train new maintenance technicians
. Supervise 3-4 maintenance technicians
. Organize and schedule outside contractors
. Ensure hotel rooms, grounds, other departments and
equipment meet or exceed franchise standards
. Provide labor and equipment statistic reports for corporate
and local management
. Conduct regular fire and safety inspections to ensure
compliance
. Monitor usage of water, irrigation, electricity, and gas to
reduce company costs
. Plan employment needs according to company budget and hire
Dec 1995 - Jun 2000 Army National Guard
Columbia, SC
MSE Network Switching System Operator
. Managed team of Small Extension Node operators
. Maintained and repaired communication systems
. Coordinated the positioning and connection of Switch System
with Node Center, LOS, and RAU
. Performed he affiliation and disaffiliation of subscribers
to the MSE System
. Utilized MSE systems including but not limited to Ky57,
Ky90, TED, MSRT, Combat Net, CINGARS, SB4303 Switchboard
. Awarded Army Serviceman's Medal for work achieved during
JWID program
EDUCATION/TRAINING
Associate of Science Degree in Computer and Electronics Engineering
Technology
ITT Technical Institute - Columbia, SC
June 2010
Related Coursework
. AC/DC and Digital Circuitry
. Computer Networking
. Modern Electronic Communications
. Microprocessors and Controllers
CERTIFICATIONS
2010 FCC License - Marine Radio Operator
2001 Servidyne Certification
1999 HVAC Certification
1997 - 1998 31Fox MOS, USAR School