Theodore J. Kettler

** ********* **** *****, *.J. 08724 732-***-**** (cell) acwwv7@r.postjobfree.com CAD SPECIALIST /AUTOCAD OPERATOR / AUTOCAD TECHNICIAN 3D MODELING AND RENDERING / ARTIST

Providing a unique blend of exceptional AutoCAD experience with a strong technical and design background Professional with 30 years’ experience performing AutoCAD related duties and support for fast-paced environments. Strong technical knowledge of Autodesk products, interpersonal communication skills with the ability to act independently and solve problems before they arise. Trusted advisor, liaison and assistant, able to reliably meet deadlines, communicate with internal/external customers and identify areas for improvement.

Talented and knowledgeable AutoCAD specialist from Release 2.5 to Current Version.

Skilled in all avenues of CAD from Civil Engineering to Audiovisual Engineering, AV and HVAC

Highly competent in all areas of Interior Design, site layout, room planning and drafting

Talented 3D Modeling, Rendering

Thorough knowledge of desktop and network support systems and Customer Service/Help Desk systems.

Extensive experience in the troubleshooting, repair, and installation of internal and external PC hardware.

Proficient in computerized systems including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio and Outlook.

Skilled in the use of graphics programs such as Photoshop, Illustrator, MS Publisher, Flash and 3D Studio Max.

Knowledgeable in creating and maintaining websites and intranets.

Excellent oral and written communications, presentation skills and public speaking.

Self-starter, able to perform well independently or as a valued team member. TECHNOLOGIES

MS Office MS Outlook Autodesk Land Desktop R1-R3 AutoDesk Map 3D Flash Windows OS AutoCAD 2016

Architecture 2016

Autodesk Land Desktop 2004-2007 AutoCAD LT Photoshop CSx Autodesk Civil 3D 2006-2016 Revit 2011-2016 3D Studio Max 2014-2016

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

CAD TECHNICIAN / OPERATOR MARCH 2016 – JUNE 2016

Civil Engineering Manasquan, NJ

Perform needed AutoCAD skills within the company.

Set up and configure CAD standards

Create and manage custom dynamic blocks

AutoCAD Operator providing needed CAD abilities essential for Civil Engineering.

Create conceptual site designs per site requirements as dictated by principal and client

Prepare and create site renderings for presentations as indicated by engineers and clients

Prepared base sheets for plan sets for plotting and scanning. CAD SPECIALIST / CTS (CERTIFIED TECHNICAL SPECIALIST) AUGUST 2012 – MARCH 2016 DIVERSIFIED MEDIA GROUP KENILWORTH, NJ

AUDIO VISUAL/MULTIMEDIA DIGITAL SIGNAGE COMPANY

Perform needed AutoCAD skills and provide 30 years of CAD experience.

AutoCAD Operator providing needed CAD abilities.

Import, convert and/or manipulate Architectural drawings from clients and/or other consultants in or to facilitate their ease of use within a Diversified drawing package.

Create and maintain certain product detail drawings.

Revise drawings using notes and markups received from the shop, field technicians, project managers or engineers.

Creation of any other type of drawing that management deems necessary for jobs or projects that DMG is involved with.

Create 3D Models and Renderings for Clients and companywide needs.

Restructure CAD Blocks and CAD Standards

Show proficiency in the use and understanding of AutoCAD, Visio, Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe products and other products required to perform drafting duties.

Creation of Dynamic Blocks and other CAD drawing tools to aid the creation of Diversified Drawings. CAD SPECIALIST / CTS (CERTIFIED TECHNICAL SPECIALIST) AUGUST 2007 – AUGUST 2012 VERREX CORPORATION MOUNTAINSIDE, NJ COMPANY WIDE LAYOFF 08-10-2012 One of the largest Audio Visual/Multimedia Teleconferencing companies in the world. Perform needed AutoCAD skills and provide 30 years of CAD experience for the existing CAD staff.

AutoCAD Operator providing needed CAD abilities.

Import, convert and/or manipulate Architectural drawings from clients and/or other consultants in or to facilitate their ease of use within a Verrex drawing package.

Create and maintain certain product detail drawings.

Revise drawings using notes and markups received from the shop, field technicians, project managers or engineers.

Creation of any other type of drawing that management deems necessary for jobs or projects that Verrex is involved with.

Show proficiency in the use and understanding of AutoCAD, Visio, Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe products and other products required to perform drafting duties.

Schedule, implement and run training for other CAD Team members and other personnel who use CAD.

Creation of Dynamic Blocks and other CAD drawing tools to aid the creation of Verrex Drawings. CAD TECHNICIAN / OPERATOR MARCH 2007 – AUGUST 2007 HENDERSON AND BODWELL CONSULTING ENGINEERS SOMERSET, NJ Civil Engineering firm in New Jersey with offices in 5 States Perform needed AutoCAD skills as one of the Senior AutoCAD operators within the company.

Senior AutoCAD Operator providing needed CAD abilities essential for Civil Engineering.

Digitize and develop proposed grading and existing grading as needed.

Developed roadway and piping profiles and cross sections as needed.

Prepared base sheets for plan sets for plotting and scanning. I.T. SUPPORT / HELP DESK / CAD TECHNICAL SUPPORT AUG. 2005 – MARCH 2007 BOHLER ENGINEERING WARREN, NJ

Leading Civil Engineering firm in New Jersey with offices in 5 States Attended to the needs of computer users within the organization ranging from software support to hardware support. Also provided needed technical support and, when needed, instruction for the CAD staff.

Setup new users on internal network and local PC.

Assisted PC users with software and hardware difficulties.

Provided software support for the CAD staff and provided training and instruction when needed.

Worked closely with the CAD manager to set-up and prep CAD users for integration into CAD staff

Built, organized and maintained company Intranet site for the New Jersey office of Bohler Engineering.

Established template for affiliate Intranet sites.

Built Autodesk Map 3D GIS template for the state of New Jersey for staff usage.

Implemented, organized and maintained a program for the distribution of digital cameras for staff usage.

Provided illustrative and presentation graphics for the New Jersey office and affiliates as needed. AUTOCAD OPERATOR (SENIOR) / NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR JUNE 1999 - AUG 2005 JOHN S. TRUHAN CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC. MANASQUAN, NJ Leading Ocean County engineering firm with over 20 years of municipal, commercial and residential experience. Clients have included Kara Homes, Hovnanian and Continnental Properties. Performed AutoCAD duties as one of the Senior AutoCAD operators within the company. Maintained the office network and provided PC and software support for the staff.

Senior AutoCAD Operator providing needed CAD abilities essential for Civil Engineering.

Digitize and develop proposed grading and existing grading as needed.

Developed roadway and piping profiles and cross sections as needed.

Prepared base sheets for plan sets for plotting and scanning.

Designed, implemented and maintained a database of all hardware, software and support procedures.

Performed local maintenance of IT equipment and systems consisting of Windows 97/XP and Office 97/XP.

Created and provided graphics, desktop publishing and illustrations for presentations and reports.

Developed and implemented company intranet.

Implemented, organized and maintained a program for the distribution of digital cameras for staff usage. AUTOCAD OPERATOR / NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR JAN. 1995 – JUNE 1999 LUONGO ASSOCIATES, INC. POINT PLEASANT, NJ

Leading Mechanical Engineering firm providing HVAC, electrical and plumbing engineering and design for businesses, schools, institutions and commercial uses.

Created AutoCAD line drawings of Engineers sketches for HVAC, Plumbing and Electrical layouts.

Maintained internal computer network and file management.

Maintained PC’s and peripherals.

Transposed hand drawings to digital format using AutoCAD, which allowed engineers and draftsmen to focus on new business.

DRAFTSMAN / AUTOCAD OPERATOR MARCH 1991 – DEC. 1995 (FULL-TIME) 1995 - 2012 (PART-TIME) DISTINCT DESIGN GROUP MARLBORO, NJ

Leading New Jersey and Florida full service interior/exterior design center as featured in Design New Jersey magazine. .

Created AutoCAD line drawings of designer’s sketches for interior furniture and cabinet layouts.

Created AutoCAD architectural framing shell floor plans, elevations and cross sections if needed.

Create 3D renderings of proposed rooms, cabinets and structures when needed.

Revise architectural plans to conform to changes proposed by designer.

Maintained internal computer network and file management.

Maintained PC’s and peripherals.

ACADEMIC BACKGROUND

1984 - Autocad Operations/Architectural Drafting - Ocean County Vocational Technical School 1985 - Small Business Management - Toms River Adult School 1987 - Data Processing - Toms River Adult School

MILITARY SERVICE

United States Navy January 16, 1977 to July 16, 1981 ABH-3 (E-4) Honorably Discharged

Basic Training – NTC, Orlando, Florida

Specialized Training – Naval Air Training Center, Lakehurst, N.J.

Crash Crew / Fire Department – Naval Air Station, Guantanamo Bay, Cuba

Air Terminal Crew Manager – Naval Station, Keflavik, Iceland SPECIAL INTERESTS: Avid Cyclist, Wildlife rehabilitation, Motorcycles, Land Owner, Musician, Podcast Host WEBSITES:

www.linkedin.com/pub/ted-kettler/4/48/229

www.humanwheels.net

www.motorcyclemen.us

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