Project Manager Audio Video

Chris Betcher

*****.*.*******@*****.*** 952-***-****

https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-betcher-a516933

Minnesota Power Limited Electrician License number PL681550 DCJS 99-698020 Career Objective

To obtain a position as a supervisor or manager in a forward-thinking environment that encourages continuing development of current skills, as well as providing a high level of leadership. Professional Experience

RevertAV LLC. 2013 - Present

Owner/Operator - Consumer Automation Audio/Video Low Voltage contracting Design, program and install home and commercial automation audio video and low-voltage systems STR International 2023 - 2024

Project Manager

Oversees multiple teams dispatched throughout the United States in addition to scheduling, maintaining inventory, and maintaining staffing.

Stafford, VA

Ameritone 2021 - 2023

Lead Foreman

Oversees installation of Control systems for access, data, wifi, security, and audio/video. Creates documentation for installation and design processes.

Richmond, VA

Ellicott Dredge/Liquid Waste Technologies 2017

Electrical Engineer

Designed electrical systems, automation interfaces, schematics, sourced products, documented failure analysis, and project managed installation of new product launches for large dredge machinery and ships. New Richmond, WI

Deluxe 2016 - 2017

Automation Engineer

Designed, implemented, documented PLC automation of legacy machinery to bring units to current electrical standards and current consumption to correct levels with updated technology. Built PLC and HMI programs to run small testing devices. Arden Hills, MN

Entegris Sense and Control 2007 - 2016

Automation/Senior Process Technician/Plant Safety Manager/Lead Maintenance Design 3D Solidworks models of production automation needs. Plan, build, wire, and plumb models for production machinery Wired PLC control boxes to be used in production

Designed and implemented new processes in a production setting to facilitate throughput Chaska, MN

Cypress Semiconductor Corp. 2004 - 2007

Specialist Maintenance Technician / Lead

Maintain production floor equipment and electronics for a world-wide semiconductor company; conducted onboarding as well the hiring and termination of employees

Bloomington, MN

Audio Video Planners 2003 - 2004

Audio/Video Electronics Technician

Design, program and install home and commercial automation audio video and low-voltage systems Oakdale, MN

Clarity Residential Systems 2002 - 2003

Audio/Video Electronics Technician

Design, program and install home and commercial automation audio video and low-voltage systems Plymouth, MN

Fast Trak Electronics 1997 - 2002

Audio/Video Electronics Technician

Repair to component level consumer electronics. Field service St. Louis Park, MN

Career Summary

Currently owns and operates a home automation audio/visual low voltage company with 27 years professional experience in the industry.

Designed, documented, automated, and refurbished legacy machinery to bring up to current demands and electrical standards.

Created specification documentation for Semiconductor fabrication processes and design.

Designed, machined, built, and qualified automation machinery and electronics/pneumatics for a large-scale semiconductor manufacturer supplier.

Designed, planned layout, wired, and integrated small and large scale PLC control system panels.

Proofed out and designed 3D models from concept, build, assembly, and qualification to fully functioning automated tools used in a production setting.

Designed and managed Quality Assurance program for 3rd party sensors to be used in Automation and Flow Control applications for semiconductor manufacturing.

Constructed automated control programs in various OEM specific software for production and consumer use.

Implemented “Internet of Things” platforms for both commercial and consumer use.

Implemented and managed large scale new tool installations in the semiconductor market including managing installation timeline and outside contractors to bring machines to operation within timescale and budget.

Plant Safety Manager – Conducted safety walk through, Safety audits, and maintained a perfect “No Reportable” accident record.

Implemented and maintained process tools used in the manufacturing and testing of semiconductor process flow controllers.

Proficient in calibration, troubleshooting, and repair of test fabrication machines in a global semiconductor corporation.

Performed various preventative maintenance, troubleshooting and reports needed for ISO 9001, 14001, and TS 16949 certification (Both mechanical and electrical.) and recording progress, trends, and history of specified machines.

Trained my peers on troubleshooting techniques, preventative maintenance, new specifications, procedures

Conducted new hire interviews.

Teaching Assistant for the electronics program at Anoka Hennepin Technical College.

Thrived in high-pressure situations that demanded superior customer service, precision detail, and accommodating complicated requests.

Proficient in RTI home automation and Audio/Video programming and design

Excels in retrofitting wire installation in finished locations to facilitate home/commercial automation audio/video installations

Excels in troubleshooting of commercial and residential audio/video systems

Designed and implemented network systems including deploying Wi-Fi systems. Engenius Certified Operator Key Skills:

Leadership: Has documented history of leading teams both professionally and personally to include experience with hiring and terminating employees, leading teams both in person and remotely, and building teams that foster an environment of personal/professional growth and longevity.

Mentoring: Has mentored and trained multiple individuals to further their careers and continues to help them thrive in their chosen paths

Independent: Works well with little supervision and in environments that require the application of past experience to new situations.

Innovative: Creates immediate solutions for staff in unforeseen situations. Provides management with multiple options for issue resolution.

Proactive: Seeks ways to improve existing operations while maintaining superior customer service and minimizing alteration of current work patterns.

Problem Solver. Ability to determine the root cause of issues and provide the necessary corrective action in a timely manner

Detail Oriented: Focuses on completion of specific key tasks, activities, and possesses the ability to prioritize work by importance.

Maintained a crew of employees across multiple job-sites to keep the project on schedule. Education and Certifications

Anoka-Hennepin Technical College - Mixed credits for Electronic Technician Program with U of MN Twin Cities Anoka, MN

University of Minnesota Twin Cities - Electrical Engineer Program. Minneapolis, MN

Minnesota Power Limited Electrician License number PL681550 Certified and/or licensed in the following:

MN Electrical License # PL681550, DCJS # 99-698020, Engenius Certified Operator, Solidworks, MasterCam, Lock-Out-Tag-Out, CPR, First Responder, Energized Electrical Work, and proficient in clean room environment protocol.

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