Kenneth R. Knight3913 Fair Oak LaneHuntsville, AL 35805(Cell) 256-425-1718 E-mail: usarmyairborne86@gmail.com*U.S. Army Veteran

CAREER OBJECTIVE:

Experienced CADD Technician seeking career position where ability, knowledge and skills can be utilized to benefit a growing organization.

EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE:

Johnson Controls, Inc.Senior CADD TechnicianHuntsville, Alabama2008-Present (40 hours weekly)

Responsible for the coordination and oversight of all CAD contract deliverable requirements in support of the development, design and integration of the US Army Corps of Engineers (ESS-V) and (UMCS) Electronic Security Systems (ESS) contracts.

Responsible for the direction and supervision of the drafting department with the JCBAS facility. Responsible for the supervision of CAD Technicians to ensure the timely submittal of Contract Data Requirements. Responsible for distribution of all CAD related work, as well as procurement of information from Engineers and Field personnel.

Meets with Project Managers, Supervisors and Engineering team and to discuss drafting issues and implement Standards. Ensured that all prints generated by the drafting department meet quality and standards set forth in the A/E/C CAD Standards Manual.

Edits, standardizes and revises engineering drawings meeting specifications set by the US Army Engineering and Support Center, Huntsville (USAESCH), utilizing Unified Facility Guideline Specifications UFGS 28 20 01.11 10 (13720A) – Electronic Security Systems and UFGS 28 23 23.00 10 (16751A) – Closed Circuit Television Systems.

Prepares complex drawing packages that include 2 and 3-dimensional facility layouts, which in -cludes a wide variety of projects involving the construction or maintenance of facilities, buildings, roadways, and building systems which includes but not limited to roadway design, traffic control, and hydraulic plans, Electronic Entry Security Systems (EECS)/Access Control Systems, Intru-sion Detection Systems (IDS) and Closed Circuit Television (CCTV).

Produce graphs, charts, overlays, isometric and perspective drawings. Insert blocks, schedules, bill of material (BOM) and details from specification sheets or directly from within the AutoCAD platforms. Create errata sheets for explanation of revisions per comments.

Remove all products and materials that fail to meet Corps of Engineer Performance Work Statement (PWS) specifications within Technical Data Package.

Monitor all Drafting operations to ensure that they meet production drawing standards. Trains less experienced technicians in drafting and design methods, techniques, policies and procedures.

Read blueprints and specifications recommend adjustments to the assembly or production process.

Accomplishes staff results by communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, and appraising job results; coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; developing, coordinating, and enforcing systems, policies, procedures, and productivity standards.

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Responsible for QA/QC of all drawings produced by the drafting department prior to submittal to engineers for final review. Provide guidance as needed to ensure drawings meet required standards prior to submission to the Engineering Manager for final review.

Adesta, LLCCAD Technician II / Facility Security OfficerHuntsville, Alabama1999-2008 (40 hours weekly)

Was responsible for the coordination and oversight of all CAD contract deliverable requirements in support of the development, design and integration of the US Army Corps of Engineers $100M (ESS-3) and $200M (UMCS) Electronic Security Systems (ESS) contracts.

Oversaw the operation of all CAD related functions and the supervision of CAD Technicians to ensure the timely submittal of Contract Data Requirements.

Edited, standardized and revised engineering drawings meeting specifications set by the US Army Engineering and Support Center, Huntsville (USAESCH), utilizing Unified Facility Guideline Specifications UFGS 28 20 01.11 10 (13720A) – Electronic Security Systems and UFGS 28 23 23.00 10 (16751A) – Closed Circuit Television Systems.

Prepared complex design packages, incorporating items specific to various disciplines (i.e., Architectural, Electrical and Mechanical), with an emphasis on 2-dimensional facility layouts, electronic schematics and equipment fabrication and assembly.

Increased overall productivity using customized menus, macros, Autolisp programs, blocks and external references.

Holds active security clearance (Secret level), granted in accordance with the National Industrial Security Program Operation Manual (NISPOM).

Maintained staff by training employees; maintaining a safe, secure, and legal work environment; developing personal growth opportunities. Facility Security Officer responsible for all classified functions, to include site and employee security clearances.

United States Army Reserve SGT/E5 Nuclear, Biological and Chemical (NBC) InstructorHuntsville, Alabama2001-2004

Instructed Nuclear, Biological and Chemical (NBC) Specialists, in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Enduring Freedom. Completed courses in Chemical Defense Training Facility (CDTF), Total Army Instructors Training Course (TAITC) and Nuclear, Biological and Chemical (NBC).

Sears Automotive CenterAutomotive TechnicianHuntsville, Alabama1990-1999 (40 hours weekly)

Responsible for the diagnostics, troubleshooting and repair of automobiles for large retail automotive repair center. Specialized in computerized alignments, brake repair, front end and suspension repair. Certified by the Institute of Automotive Service Excellence (ASE).

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United States Army SPC/E4 Construction Equipment RepairerFort Benning, Georgia1986-1990

Assistant Team Chief responsible for all the supervision and accountability of all construction equipment repairs. Awards include Army Good Conduct Medal with 3 devices, National Defense Service Medal with 2 devices, Army Achievement Medal, Army Commendation Medal and various certificates of achievement and appreciation.

Active security clearance (Secret level)

Education:

Virginia College at Huntsville Associate of Applied ScienceComputer Aided Drafting & Design Completed 1998Dean’s List (3.7 GPA)

References:

Kenneth KlaubeSecurity Systems Engineer, P.E. (Retired)Johnson Controls, Inc4940 Corporate Dr. Suite CHuntsville, Al. 35805Home Phone: 256-859-5439Former co-worker in the Engineering department

William GarnerCADD Technician IIJohnson Controls, Inc.151 Shady LaneHazel Green, Al. 35750Cell Phone: 256-468-9898Co-worker in the drafting department

Todd PricePurchasing AgentHuntsville Fastener and Supply3905 Fair Oak LaneHuntsville, Al. 35805Cell Phone: 256-508-2256Friend and Neighbor

References available upon request

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