James J. Liebgott
Richmond, VA 23237-2324
804-***-**** cell
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CAREER SUMMARY
Electronic Systems Specialist - Well versed in all facets of project design, evaluation, installation, maintenance and repair of commercial electronic systems & equipment. Fully knowledgeable of military and commercial standards and specifications used in the development and installation of systems & equipment. Resolute problem solver with strong communications, interpersonal and leadership skills. Demonstrated ability to work effectively at all organizational levels with a keen understanding of customer satisfaction. Highly motivated self-starter who is goal-oriented and able to focus on the tasks at hand and adapt to a changing environment.
Key skills include:
Systems Design & Implementation Database Development / Administration
Security Analysis / Planning Technical Support / Assistance
Applications Design / Development Compliance Oversight
Performance Evaluation Extensive Computer Background
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Communications Specialists, Inc, Mechanicsville, VA 2011 – 2014
Communications Specialists is a medium regional full-service company specializing in commercial fire alarm, sound, nurse call, intercom, card access, security, CCTV and multimedia systems for a large customer base.
System Designer/Drafter
Responsible for the layout, design and submittal of AutoCAD generated drawings, voltage loss/battery calculations and Product Data Submittal Documents for various electronic systems, including Fire Alarm, Camera, Access Control, Data Cabling, Sound Systems and Gas Detection Systems. Communicate with Architects/Engineers, County/City Inspectors and End Users.
Fire and Life Safety America, Inc, Richmond, VA 2010 - 2011
Formerly East Coast Fire Protection, Fire and Life Safety America is a large regional full-service fire protection company specializing in Fire Sprinkler and Alarm System installation, service and inspection.
Alarm Inspector
Reported to Service Manager. Responsible for inspection and service of Commercial Fire Alarm Systems
Diebold Fire Services, Inc, Richmond, VA 1994 - 2009
Formerly Newell Communications, Inc., a family owned company recently purchased by Diebold
International; now a large regional electronics firm specializing in commercial fire alarm, nurse call, intercom, card access, security and CCTV systems for a large customer base.
Senior Systems Specialist
Reported to Executive Director. Responsible for the design, installation, inspection, maintenance and repair of various systems and equipment.
Established Service and Inspection department.
Managed the inspection, maintenance and repair of various systems and equipment.
Designed, developed and maintained customer database to include all information required for the inspection and service of the above equipment.
Hired and trained expanding workforce.
Scheduled required inspections and service.
Performed inspections and service to ensure compliance with local, national and manufacturer’s requirements.
Installed system equipment and components, and performed major system programming.
Naval Weapons Station, Charleston, SC 1988 - 1994
Strategic weapons storage depot for the U.S. Navy, working in support of the Public Works Division.
Responsible for maintenance and upkeep of the multi-faceted military infrastructure.
Electronic Alarm System Mechanic
Responsible for the maintenance, repair, and documentation of various Electronic Security / Fire Alarm systems and equipment.
Developed current Base requirements for proper inspection of fire alarm systems in accordance with NFPA requirements.
Developed database program for scheduling required inspections and for charging and tracking man-hours to multiple service contracts.
Managed inspections and service to ensure compliance with local, national and manufacturer’s requirements.
Naval Electronic Systems Engineering Center, Charleston, SC 1978 - 1988
Provided engineering services in support of the Naval Electronic Systems Engineering Center (NAVELEXCEN) as a civilian contractor with various firms including TDS, TRACOR Applied Sciences, and RCA / OMS. Positions included:
Engineering Technician
Tracked projects from inception to completion, including man-hours, material and money expended.
Lead Designer / Drafting Supervisor
Supervised and coordinated activities of various engineering functions.
Production Engineer / Drafting Coordinator
Provided engineering services.
U.S. NAVY, Norfolk, VA 1970 - 1973
Seaman Electronics Technician (E3)
Specialized in repair of VHF communications equipment.
Repaired and installed electronics equipment as assigned.
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Tidewater Community College, Virginia Beach, VA 1976 - 1978
General Studies
Certifications and Technical Training
Various Fire Alarm, Card Access, Security and CCTV systems, including:
MXL IOM – Fire Alarm System (Siemens Cerberus Pyrotronics)
EST2 – Fire Alarm System (GE)
EST3 – Fire Alarm System (GE)
Noti-Fire-Net – Fire Alarm System (Notifier)
Radio Fire Alarm Receiver / Transmitter (Kingfisher)
Fire Alarm Operation and Maintenance (Norfolk Naval Shipyard, Portsmouth VA)
CheckPoint - Access Control System (Seilox)
Diamond I / Diamond II – Access Control System (GE)
Lenel – Access Control System (Lenel)
Facility Commander - Access Control System (GE)
CA3000 - Access Control System (Continental Access)
WinDSX - Access Control System (DSX)
Software House - Access Control System (Software House)
WinX - Access Control System (Northern Computers)
MAC II – Intercom System (Dukane)
MCS 350 – Intercom System (Dukane)
StarCall – Intercom System (Dukane)
ProCare 6000 – Nurse Call System (Dukane)
COMPUTER PROFICIENCY
Microsoft Windows Operating Systems
Microsoft Office: Access, Excel and Word
AutoCAD