Gerax Sotelo
**** ******* **. ***** *******, TX. 75052
Mobile Phone: 305-***-****
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PERSONAL PROFILE
ECPI University Graduate offering a strong academic background and over 4 years of experience in self-directed and team-oriented environments
Dedicated and diligent worker with proven troubleshooting, repair and maintenance skills
Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance
Reliable, responsible, dependable, and believe in fulfilling obligations
Hard worker, willing to take on responsibilities and challenges
EDUCATION
ECPI University | Virginia Beach, VA
Bachelor of Science Degree in Electronics Engineering Technology with a concentration in Mechatronics, Graduation March 2012
Dean’s List, multiple awards
CERTIFICATIONS
Certified Fiber Optics Installer 11/2010 – 11/2014
Boiler Water / Feed Water Basic Certification 12/2008
SKILLS
Electronics Knowledge- Basic use of hand tools, soldering; knowledge of diodes, transistors, amplifiers, power supplies, set up breadboards; AC/DC, ability to recognize, analyze, read scope and meter displays; measure voltage, current, power, capacitance, inductance, resistance, impedance, and resonance in various electronics circuits.
Software: Microsoft Office Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio; LogixPro – PLC programming; AsmIDE – Microcontrollers programming; Pro-E; Multisim; Quartus II; Dev-C++; Knowledge in debugging tasks (both syntax and logic errors)
Operating Systems- Windows 98/2000/XP/Vista/7
Digital Technology- Knowledge of digital interfacing, encoders, decoders, flip-flops and digital displays
Fiber Optic Knowledge- Hands on experience in making, installing, and splicing cables.
Languages: Bi-Lingual (English/Spanish)
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
Consultant – CDI Head Start | Norfolk, VA 09/2011 – 10/2011
Performed the preparation, configuration and installation of computer systems at 24 facilities across the Hampton Roads area
Unpacked, inventoried and startup tested all of the 40 new systems
Installed and configured software packages on the assigned computer systems
Troubleshot problems for computers, printers and telephone systems
Completed assigned work one week ahead of schedule saving man hours and costs on contract
Machinist Mate – U.S. Navy | Norfolk, VA 06/2005 – 06/2009
Worked in a steam plant on a U.S. NASSAU (LHA-4).
Operated boilers that generated steam which ran a steam turbine main engine and the ship’s service turbine generators.
Repaired or replaced defective equipment parts, using hand tools and power tools, and reassemble equipment.
Performed routine preventive maintenance to ensure that machines continue to run smoothly.
Inspected drives, motors, and belts, check fluid levels, replace filters, or perform other maintenance actions, following checklists.
Used tools ranging from common hand and power tools, such as hammers, hoists, saws, drills, and wrenches, to precision measuring instruments.
Diagnosed mechanical problems and determine how to correct them, checking schematics, and repair manuals.
Inspected, operated, and tested machinery and equipment to diagnose machine malfunctions.
Cleaned and lubricated shafts, bearings, gears, and other parts of machinery.
Dismantled devices to access and remove defective parts, using hoists, cranes, hand tools, and power tools.
Operated and maintained equipment worth millions of dollars.
Maintained ten 363-ton air conditioning units and six 7-ton refrigeration units at maximum efficiency.
Completed over 200 air conditioning related trouble calls.
Supervised a team of 25 workers to meet deadlines given by other supervisors.
Iron Worker – Commercial Forming | Miami, FL 06/2003 – 05/2005
Inventoried, measured, and cut steel using torches.
Read specifications and blueprints to determine the locations, quantities, and sizes of materials required.
Hoisted steel beams, columns, and walls into place, using cranes, or signal hoisting equipment operators to lift and position structural-steel members.
Fabricated metal parts such as steel frames, columns, beams, and walls, according to blueprints or instructions from supervisors.
Pulled, pushed, or pried structural-steel members into approximate positions for permanent placing.
Fastened structural-steel members to hoist cables, using chains, cables, or rope.
ACTIVITIES
Phi Theta Kappa – International Society of the Two-Year College
Robotics Club
AWARDS AND HONORS
Navy Achievement Medal
Good Conduct Medal
Humanitarian Aide Award, provided hurricane relief in Galveston, TX