Project Manager Engineer
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Keith Williams
Home and permanent address:Current (temporary) address:
Cedar Rapids, IA 52411
Mission, TX 78572
*****@**************.***
Skype: keithardenGoal
A part-time for-pay or volunteer position in which I can contribute to my employer's goals by utilizing my skills, knowledge, education,
and past experiences to the maximum extent possible and which will be
enjoyable. (Note: This does not have to be an RV, camper, or vacation related
position.)
Available for service beginning May, 2013.
CompetenciesUnderstand and repair mechanical, electrical, and
electronic devicesHandyman (carpentry, electrical, plumbing)Computers (user classes, problem resolution, basic operation through web site design and launch)Travel arrangements and participation, including
internationalInteracting with people at all levels (congenial,
helpful)Driving: cars and trucks, including semitrucks (also
airplanes!)Operating machines (heavy equipment, tractors, tools,
etc.)Sailing experience (limited)Interests
I have interest and knowledge in the following areas and could give presentations
or classes on these subjects:Local geology, wildlife, plants, (after a bit of training
and study)Astronomy (can supply NexStar 80 computer-guided telescope)Kites (building or flying, including stunt flying)Travel (US or international)Computer (basic use, classes, problem resolution, Internet, website development)Sport aviation (homebuilt aircraft, EAA, "Oshkosh")China, Russia, international travel in generalWorkamping Experience
Wales West RV Resort & Light Railway, Silverhill, AL (November and December, 2011) (I characterize this resort as a mini theme park based on railroads.)Fabricated parts for steam engine grate in machine shop Determined parts needed and replaced muffler on diesel-powered track hoePerformed daily inspection and preventative maintenance on gasoline-engine-powered 7.5-inch gauge railway Served as engineer and conductor on above train Helped manage groups of up to 200 elementary school children as they visited various areas of the park and rode the trains Served as platform guard to maintain orderliness and efficiently load and unload over a thousand guests in one day My wife helped decorate for Christmas and served as refreshment room host and server.Garrison Dam National Fish Hatchery, Riverdale, ND (June and July, 2006)Guided visitors on tours of the hatcheryPerformed trail and bridge maintenance using "Mule," hand tools, and Bobcat skid-steering loaderAssisted biologists with the hatching and rearing processEligible for reemployment!Imperial National Wildlife Refuge, Yuma, AZ (January through March, 2005)Helped maintain and improve the Refuge through various projects using power and hand
woodworking and mechanic's tools and operating heavy equipment
- Selected projects, defined by staff, compatible with my interests and capabilities
- Established priorities and worked independently
- Determined, specified, and requested materials required
- Reported time as required
Greeted and assisted visitors at the Visitor's Center Lead and interpreted hikes on desert trailsSpearheaded effort which resulted in Imperial NWR receiving a Workamper News Employer of the Year Honorable MentionEligible for reemployment!Lakeside Village Mobilehome
and RV Park, DeLand, FL (Dec, 2001, through March, 2002)Maintained and repaired electric, water, and sewer (septic
tank) systems as required in a 52 site commercial parkEstablished own work prioritiesSelected and purchased needed supplies, repair parts,
and toolsGreeted park visitors and provided park infoAssisted new arrivals in finding site, parking rig,
arranging mail, etc.Maintained lawn and landscapingSelected and directed
the work activities of service suppliers (tree service, plumbing, and septic
tank) Invited to return the following year!Toro County Park,
Salinas, CA, (Monterey County) a day-use park (Jan-Mar, 2001)Opened/Closed park, picked up trash, cleaned restrooms,
raked leaves, painted fenceRepaired plumbing, repaired playground equipmentCollected trash, operated engine-powered hydraulic
trash compactorOperated dump truck and pickup trucksSupervised court-referred workerEligible for reemployment!Other ExperienceWinter, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010Facilitated weekly computer help sessions and conducted classes on specific programs (OpenOffice.org, Picasa)Assisted residents in solving email, wi-fi, and other computer problemsArranged talent and MCed programs at the park's major social events2000-PresentPart-time semi-truck driver: local and regional, flat
beds and vans (200*-****-**** Rockwell Collins, Cedar
Rapids, IA (retired September, 1999) (aviation electronics)Contracts; International Marketing; Project Manager;
Product Manager 1964-1978 E. F. Johnson Co.,
Waseca, MN, Coral Gables, FL, and Clear Lake, IA (two-way radio systems)Product Management; Systems Engineer; Development Engineer EducationBS in Electrical Engineering from Iowa State University, 1964Chinese Language Course, Yale University Institute of
Far Eastern Languages, 1959AuthorizationsIowa Commercial Drivers License, Class A, with motorcycle, tanker, and double/triple-bottom endorsementsCommercial Pilot plus Certified Flight InstructorCommercial and Amateur Radio OperatorCertification to operate farm tractor with boom mower and backhoe with loader
by U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Preferred ConditionsFull hook up (water, electric, sewer) site supplied, or sufficient pay to
rent same.(Have 35' fifth-wheel trailer with three slide-outs.)Winter temperature highs in 60s and 70s (warmer is not better!), and infrequent
lows not lower than 26.Availability of wi-fi (preferred!) or other means of frequently connecting to the Internet.Availability: As agreedOpportunity to work or play on the water would be a plus.Camp Host position would be of great interest.Operating or working with machines (the bigger the better!) or helping with
computers or any form of website work would also be of interest.Variety of duties and tasks, the more unusual the better. (Don't be
afraid to ask; I love learning and adventure!)Volunteer position in a not-for-profit setting preferred to commercial operation, but will consider all opportunities to serve.CommentsWill be accompanied by my wife. She doesn't share my enthusiasm for "work" but is available for occasional light hosting, office work, store operations, flower tending, greeting people, etc.We are honest, punctual, reliable, non-smokers, and
might have a glass of wine with dinner.You are encouraged to contact a previous supervisor:
Sue McDonald, at ************@***.***
Additional references upon requestPhotos
Visiting Grand Teton National Park, October, 2004.
Pat & Keith enjoying an afternoon off duty in Pacific Grove, CA. March, 2001.
Keith & Pat at the entrance to their Winter, 2005, assignment. (February, 2005)
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