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Erik Jonathan Tarpley
San Marcos, Texas 78666
*********@*****.***
OBJECTIVE
A challenging career utilizing knowledge gained from more than nine years of progressive professional electrical and general repair; five years of owning and running a small business; six years in the high-end catering industry; and seven years of burglar alarm/camera surveillance systems maintenance, consultation, and design.
QUALIFICATIONS
• Self-motivated, able to work independently and as a team member to meet operational deadlines.
• Developed interpersonal skills, having dealt with a diversity of professionals and clients in multiple work environments.
• High functioning in a high-pressure atmosphere.
• Readily adaptable to new concepts and responsibilities, with a strong desire to learn.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
“B”Alert Security Alarm Systems November 2006 – present
• 905 IH 35 North San Marcos, TX 78666
• Inspect electrical systems, equipment, and components to identify hazards, defects, and the need for adjustment or repair, and to ensure compliance with codes.
• Program and install cctv equipment, including surveillance cameras and DVRs and NVRs.
• Install and maintain access control equipment.
• Test alarm systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using testing devices such as ohmmeters and voltmeters, to ensure compatibility and safety of system.
• Direct and train employees to install, maintain, or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures.
• Familiar with DSC , Ademco , Silent Knight products.
• Manage daily project completion and onsite coordination.
• Ensure proper function of security alarms and camera surveillance systems to bring comfort to clients in their homes or businesses.
Zone Electric September 2006- November 2006
Zone Electric Inc of 1211 Mountain View Dr,
San Marcos, TX. Phone: 512-***-****. .
Subcontract electrical work
• Perform physically demanding tasks, such as digging trenches to lay conduit (pipes or tubing) and moving and lifting heavy objects.
• Work from ladders and roofs to install, maintain or repair electrical wiring, equipment, and fixtures.
• Place conduit inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits between boxes.
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Current Electric September 2004- September 2006
500 Broadway Street
San Marcos, TX 78666
Work as an apprentice electrician with the following responsibilities:
• Connect wires to circuit breakers, transformers, or other components.
• Construct and fabricate parts, using hand tools and specifications.
• Assemble, install, test, and maintain electrical or electronic wiring, equipment, appliances, apparatus, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools.
• Fasten small metal or plastic boxes to walls to house electrical switches or outlets.
• Place conduit inside designated partitions, walls, or other concealed areas, and pull insulated wires or cables through the conduit to complete circuits between boxes.
• Improvement on Texas State University, San Marcos, specifically the education building remodel project.
Britt Rice Electric 2003- September 2004
Office 979-***-****
fax 979-***-****
3002 Longmire Drive
College Station, TX 77845
Work as an apprentice electrician with the following responsibilities:
• Diagnose malfunctioning systems, apparatus, and components, using test equipment and hand tools, to locate the cause of a breakdown and correct the problem.
• Follow layouts and installation of electrical wiring, equipment and fixtures, based on job specifications.
• Repair or replace wiring, equipment, and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools.
• Improvements on Texas State University, San Marcos, including the JCM building for 2 years.
Accent Lighting 2000-2002
114 E. San Antonio Street
San Marcos, Texas 78666
Serving Austin , C
Work as a lighting technician with the following responsibilities:
• iIsolate defects in wiring switches, motors, and other electrical equipment.
• Install and maintain lighting fixtures, motors, generators, transformers, and circuit breakers, for outdoor usage and landscaping.
• Deep knowledge of electrical systems including modifications on secondary circuits and planning additions for outdoor lighting.
• Work with General Contractor to estimate projects and develop proposals and consultations.
Crystal River Inn/ bed and breakfast 2000-2006 part time
326 W. Hopkins
San Marcos, TX 78666
• Extensive experience catering different events.
• Preparation of appealing presentations of food and drinks.
• Interaction with event attendees.
• Coordination with teammates for quick and efficient service.
• Set up and break down of event.
Sound Tank Studios / Band Rehearsal Studios 2007-present
Erik Tarpley
4105 Hunter rd. www.soundtankstudios.com
San Marcos Tx 78666
• Own and manage music studio, which offers a range of rehearsal rooms and facilities for musicians.
• Manage business activities, such as advertising (utilizing flyers, brochures, and online advertising), building and construction of each rehearsal room, and negotiating fees.
Education :
• South West School of Electronics in Austin TX , 2000 -2001
• Independent Electrical Contractors CENTEX Chapter (apprenticeship program for electricians) 2004 - 2006