Education
- Tennessee College of Applied Technology – Computer Information Technology | 2024 - 2025
- Arizona State University – B.S. Software Engineering | 2014 - 2020
- San Diego City College – Refrigeration and Air Conditioning Systems | 2007
- Winfield City High School – High School Diploma | 2003
Professional Experience
Electronics Technician – FedEx, Memphis, TN | Oct 2023 – Present
- Maintain and troubleshoot plant electrical, computer, and network systems.
- Diagnose, modify, calibrate, and test IT and control equipment.
- Work with scanning technologies, LANs, and CCTV systems.
- Configure and troubleshoot networked devices.
Maintenance Manager – MSS Steel Tubes | Feb 2023 – Oct 2023
- Oversaw IT infrastructure for maintenance operations.
- Managed CMMS systems to improve efficiency.
- Trained technicians in IT-based diagnostics.
Maintenance Supervisor – Von Drehle | Jun 2022 – Feb 2023
- Supervised IT-driven automation and controls.
- Implemented monitoring systems for diagnostics.
- Managed software tools for tracking tasks.
Mechanical Technician – Kruger Tissue Group | Sep 2012 – Feb 2022
- Maintained computer-controlled industrial systems.
- Configured PLCs, HMIs, and networked devices.
- Diagnosed control failures and implemented solutions.
Military Experience
Engineering Lab Instructor – U.S. Naval Academy | Jan 2010 – Sep 2012
- Trained junior sailors in EM300 intro engineering.
- Delivered training to over 250 students.
Machinist's Mate (E-5) – USS Kitty Hawk & USS George Washington | Jul 2003 – Feb 2010
- Operated and maintained control systems.
- Diagnosed mechanical and electronic systems.
- Provided mentorship to junior sailors.
Certifications
- CompTIA Security+ (SY0-601)
- CompTIA Network+ (N10-009)
- CompTIA A+ (Core 1 & Core 2)
- Department of Labor Apprenticeship – Refrigeration Mechanic, 2012
- Universal EPA CFC/HCFC Certification, 2007
- MACS – CFC-12 Refrigerant Recycling Certification, 2007