Bradley Collier
Valdosta
Summary
Priority-driven Electronics Technician well-versed in training people in features and benefits of software and applications. Talented professional adept at finding reliable solutions for client issues. Ready for new role overseeing efficiency improvements to software and hardware.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
PLC Electronics Technician
Martin's Famous Pastry Shoppe Inc.
07.2023 - 01.2024
- Fixed circuit boards and wire harness problems using schematics, wiring diagrams, and testing instruments.
- Troubleshot and resolved equipment failures to reduce operational disruption.
- Installed and maintained a variety of electrical and electronic components in accordance with approved methods and procedures.
- Assembled, tested and maintained components and systems for high-performing electronics.
- Led preventative maintenance and inspections to limit electrical issues.
- Updated hardware and software platforms by implementing automation and efficiency improvements.
- Revamped systems and upgraded wiring, PLCs and drives to handle changing needs.
- Reviewed and improved upon PLC programming utilizing Studio 5000, Unity 4.0, and Control Techniques.
- Utilized both Ladder Logic and Function Block Diagram programming formats to improve system programming and machine operation.
- Created and updated new HMI's and maintained operational status of HMIs across 14 functional areas.
Electronics Technician
United States Navy, USN
02.2020 - 05.2023
- Master Training Specialist
- Enhanced student comprehension and shortened learning process through new teaching methods.
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
- Tested students to assess progress and adapted learning plans in alignment with performance.
- Assisted in the supervision of students in a barracks environment.
- Average Accumulated Student Score 96.5%
Electronics Technician
United States Navy, USN
04.2015 - 01.2020
- Promoted to Second Class Petty Officer
- Enlisted Surface Warfare Specialist, demonstrated proficiency in all of the ships operation areas including Air, Engineering, Combat Systems, Operations, Deck, and Administration
- Work Center Supervisor for two work centers and supervised the proper corrective and preventative maintenance of 13 systems to include:
- SPS-73 (V) 13
- SPS-73 (V) 12A
- WSN-7
- Navigation Sensor System Interface
- Navigation Data Distribution System
- SRC-55 (HYDRA)
- WSC-6
- WSC-8
- Digital Modular Radios (DMR)
- Tactical Variable Switch
- High Frequency Radio Group
- Identification Friend or Foe
- Tactical Air Navigation System
- Area Technician Supervisor, supervised and maintained all operational status of the above equipment while underway to ensure maximum mission effectiveness.
- HYDRA Program Manager, maintained the proper working order and documentation of ownership of 350 HYDRA Portable Radios.
- Test Equipment Manager, maintained the proper working order and documentation of ownership for 255 pieces of portable test equipment such as, Digital Multimeters, Oscilloscopes, Time Domain Reflectometers, Power Meters, etc.
Electronics Technician
United States Navy, USN
05.2019 - 11.2019
- Ensured the proper corrective and preventative maintenance across 8 systems to include:
- SPS-73 (V)12A
- Commercial Broadband Satellite Program Small Ship Variant
- Inertial Navigation System
- PRC-117
- PRC-152
- Communications Switch Boards and Patch Panels
- VMS 10
- Internal Alarm System
- Ships Electronics Material Officer, coordinated with the port engineer mission critical maintenance, and upgrades to ensure Sirocco's ability to maintain free navigation of the seas.
- Overhauled the ships Smooth Log Program, ensuring obsolete date was removed, out dated information was added, and added new applicable systems data to the Smooth Log.
- Assistant 3M Coordinator, assisted the 3M Coordinator in the coordination and administrative tasking of the ships 3M Maintenance program, lead the charge in updating Sirocco's 3M program from SKED 3.1 to SKED 3.2.
- Forecastle Petty Officer In Charge, over saw the operation of the capstan and successful operation of line handlers for underway, pulling into port, and anchor details.
- Anti-Terrorism Training Team Leader, supervised the effective training, and operation of the Anti-Terrorism Training Team, ran drills and spearheaded the charge for Anti-Terrorism certifications for Sirocco 2019.
Stock Associate
Harbor Freight Tools USA
09.2012 - 04.2014
- Maintained stockroom records and generated reports for management.
- Readied items for sales floor stocking by affixing tags and preparing shelf labels.
- Placed products in correct storage locations to keep stock areas organized and inventory counts accurate.
- Assisted customers by finding items quickly to boost store satisfaction rates.
- Answered customer questions and provided detailed product information.
- Greeted customers and directed to requested products.
- Consistently lifted materials weighing as much as 50 pounds.
- Unloaded, sorted and stocked merchandise according to store layout and product placement.
- Operated manual and electric pallet jacks, safely relocating heavy merchandise on sales floor for timely stocking.
- Used dollies and pallet jacks to unload and organize merchandise from delivery trucks.
Education
Associate of Science - Business Management And Accounting
Georgia Military College - Valdosta, Valdosta GA
Valdosta, GA04.2014
Skills
- Diagnosis and Troubleshooting
- Lock Out/Tag Out
- Technical Drawings
- Write Technical Reports
- Microsoft Office
- Tooling Management
- Customer Service
- Repairing Wiring
- Technical Writing
- Quality Assurance Procedures
- Troubleshoot Instrumentation
- Microsoft Excel
Accomplishments
Accomplished two tours in the Mediterranean, one leading to a Combat Action Ribbon.
Successfully completed the Master Training Specialist Course.
Youngest Electronics Material Officer in 5th Fleet.
Instrumental in the troubleshooting and corrective maintenance on USS Sirocco, USS Tempest, and USS Whirlwind.
Certification
Master Training Specialist
Forklift Certified
Area Technician Supervisor
3M Assistant Coordinator
Test Equipment Calibration Technician
Automechanics
12 Years of untraditional experience.
Successfully diagnosed and repaired 5 Ford Coyote Modular Engines.
Completed a full restoration of a 1967 F250.
Experienced in diagnosis and repair of American, European, and Japanese automobiles.
Timeline
PLC Electronics Technician
Martin's Famous Pastry Shoppe Inc.
07.2023 - 01.2024
Electronics Technician
United States Navy, USN
02.2020 - 05.2023
Electronics Technician
United States Navy, USN
05.2019 - 11.2019
Electronics Technician
United States Navy, USN
04.2015 - 01.2020
Stock Associate
Harbor Freight Tools USA
09.2012 - 04.2014
Associate of Science - Business Management And Accounting
Georgia Military College - Valdosta, Valdosta GA
Master Training Specialist
Forklift Certified
Area Technician Supervisor
3M Assistant Coordinator
Test Equipment Calibration Technician
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