Mike Gullion

Experience

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  Sound Box

  May 1997 - Jun 1999

  Car Audio and Alarm Installer
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  Custom Sounds

  Jan 1999 - Jan 2003

  Manager
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  Bjorns

  Jan 2003 - Jan 2006

  Lead Installer

  Achieved departmental efficiency objectives by effectively training and utilizing AV techs under mysupervision.Worked directly with Sales, Service, Clients and Management, to achieve a seamless and pleasantexperience for our customers.Project management Managing multiple projects per year ranging in budgets from $5000.00 to$100,000.00+.Proficient multi-tasker managing time between subordinates and performing installations on my owncrew's projects.Confer with customers to determine the nature and cause of malfunctions and create a plan ofaction to resolve issues.Install equipment and accessories such as stereos, control systems, communication equipment, andsecurity systems.Inspect and test electrical or electronic systems to locate and diagnose malfunctions, using visualinspections and testing instruments.Install equipment and accessories such as Audio and Video Equipment, Control Systems Equipmentand Communication Equipment.Design and Program Control Systems for AV projects ranging in cost from $5000.00 to $100,000.00+.Cut openings and drill holes for fixtures and equipment, using electric drills and routers.Complete after action documentation following every day detailing the progress of the day'sactivities and any follow up needed to be performed.Proficient in preconstruction wiring of Data, Telecommunications, Audio and Video wiring.Proficient at retro fitting wiring for Data, Telecommunications, Audio and Video.Awarded Most Monstrous Install from Monster Cable installing over ten miles of cabling on a residential project Show less

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  Hill Country Audio Visual

  Jan 2006 - now

  Owner

  Achieving revenue objectives by managing resources to attract new clientele and maintainingrelationships with existing clients. Initiating multiple key partnerships in the local builders’ association which resulted in 54% revenuegrowth.Developing process for employee training and evaluation which resulted in marked performanceimprovements.Achieving revenue objectives by managing resources to attract new clientele and maintainingrelationships with existing clients. Managing staff installers, preparing work schedules and assigning specific duties.Responsible for the hiring and termination of employees and sub-contractors.Developing or implementing product-marketing strategies, including advertising campaigns or salespromotions.Working directly with clients, builders, designers and architects to achieve optimum project results.Performing initial client interviews and analysis to begin project design and bidding process. Describing product and systems to customers and accurately explained details of use and care ofsystems.Supervision and training all employees of new and emerging technologies, installation techniquesand safety procedures.Managing multiple projects per year ranging in budgets from $5000.00 to $100,000.00.Reading and interpreting electronic circuit diagrams, function block diagrams, specifications,engineering drawings, and service manuals.Disassembling electrical equipment and repairing or replacing loose, worn, or defectivecomponents and wiring, using hand tools and soldering irons.Tuning or adjusting equipment and instruments to obtain optimum visual or auditory reception,according to specifications, manuals, and drawings Show less