James A.

Experience

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  University of Kentucky Medical Center

  Jan 1989 - Jan 1991

  EKG Technician

  Worked on 5th floor diagnostic radiology department, performing EKG's and associated filing and paperwork for the cardiac department on a part-time basis while attending the College of Engineering at University of Kentucky. Also volunteered on weekends to work with Cystic Fibrosis Patients and perform PPD therapy.

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  University of Kentucky Medical Center

  Jun 1991 - Apr 1996

  Systems Maintenance Supervisor

  During this work stint successive responsibilities are noted chronologically below:JUNE 1991 - JUNE 1993 (2 years 1 month) - RESPONSIBLE FOR:The operation and maintenance of a 36 building medical complex including the following systems: -- Hydronics, HVAC (133 AHU's), Fire Alarm, Intercom, Nurse Call, UPS, Pneumatic Tube, -- Med Gas, RO/DI Water, 13 E-Generators, Paging, Electrical Distribution, Chiller, -- Refrigeration and parking gates,Maintained and implemented PM program for the above systems and tagged all equipmentProficient in DDC,BAS and general software: -- Signal, Barber Coleman Network 8000, Johnson Control 8540, Powers Systems, -- American AutoMatrix Sage, AutoCad, VSCOM, Reachout, Netscape, Datalink, Procom, -- Windows (95), Microsoft suite. Able to type 65 wpmDirectly supervised: 3 mechanics, 2 electricians, 3 refrigeration mechanics, 2 electronic techs and 2 HVAC techs.NOTEWORTHY -- Developed HVAC Training Program -- Organized the consolidation of the Medical Center O&M Library -- Passed the EIT examinationJULY 1993 - JUNE 1994 (1 year) - ADDITIONALLY RESPONSIBLE FOR:Acquired new medical waste Incinerator and KMSF building to maintain with the addition of 5 FTE'sNOTEWORTHY -- Headed new 2nd shift HVAC team (4 FTE's) -- Member of Continuous Quality Improvement (CQM) team -- Earned EPA Incinerator Operator Certification -- Developed policy and EPA compliance manual for the incinerator facility -- Received Perfect Attendance Award 1993 -- Worked part-time as a Tote Electronic Technician at Red Mile Race TrackJULY 1994 - MARCH 1996 (1 year 9 months) - ADDITIONALLY RESPONSIBLE FOR:Implementation of new BAS campus integration network "Signal"Acquired new Medical Research and old Research #1Bldg to maintainNOTEWORTHY -- Journeyman HVAC Technician Certification -- Hired maintenance secretary -- Licensed Fire Alarm Inspector -- EPA Refrigerant Cert. -- Employee of the Month Award 2/94 Show less

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  Staggs and Fisher Consulting Engineers

  Apr 1996 - Mar 2003

  Electrical Project Engineer

  Provided power system distribution design and various low-voltage system designs for clients on over 89 projects ranging from 5M-40M total project budgets. Project types ranged from small lab renovations to multi-story science and research facilities in Post Secondary and Healthcare arenas.Directed electrical designers and coordinated with other in-house engineering disciplines and other design team members in evolving system designs from schematic to construction documents including related specifications development.Produced electrical estimates and worked with design team to keep designs within budget. Responded to RFI's, created necessary addenda and change order documents, attended pre-bid, pre-construction and progress meetings and reviewed pay applications. Performed site visits to assess conformity with contract documents. Reviewed electrical shop drawings, change order pricing, O&M's, and participated in equipment startup and owner training.NOTEWORTHY: -- PE attained 1996 -- RCDD (Registered Communication Distribution Designer) attained 2002 Show less

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  Aegis Security Design

  Apr 2003 - Jun 2009

  Senior Electrical Engineer

  Project Manager for physical security scopes of work for research facilities, corporate and university clients with respect to new capital project construction and renovations. Responsible for design of intrusion detection, enterprise level access control, CCTV and digital video management systems (DVMS). Developed RFP's for clients and facilitated the selection award process for scopes of work ranging from 500K to 3M security scope budgets. Provided Security Master Planning for multiple clients. Proficient with CPTED strategies (Crime Prevention Through Environment Design). Company acquired by TranSystems in 2009 (see above).NOTEWORTHY: -- CPTED (Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design) certification Show less

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  Toastmasters District 40

  Jul 2007 - Jun 2008

  Area Governor

  Responsible for the four clubs that comprise Area 41

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  District 40 Toastmasters

  Jul 2008 - Nov 2010

  Responsible for Organizing the semi-annual Toastmasters Conference - Expected attendance of 200 Toastmasters and 100 guests for a 3-day program with 11 educational sessions, award luncheon, awards dinner and District Level Speech Contest. Keynote Speaker Dr. Story Musgrave (6x Astronaut) and 2005 World Champion of public speaking. Governor of Bluegrass Division, encompassing the Central Kentucky Region and comprised of 11 Toastmasters Clubs, is a geographic region that as Governor I oversaw to ensure educational programs are conducted in accordance with the Communication and Leadership program requirements that Toastmasters affords it's membership. Generally responsible for the overall welfare of the clubs in the Division. Support the Educational needs of the Areas that comprise the Mountain Division (West Virginia, Kentucky and Ohio) and work in concert with Mountain Division Governor on meeting well established semi-annual goals that promote leadership and communication skills in their membership. This is a non-profit learning organization that I take as sereiously as any other enterprise I am involved in currently.

  • Fall Conference Chair

    Jul 2010 - Nov 2010

  • Bluegrass Division Governor 2009-2010

    Jul 2009 - Jun 2010

  • Assistant Division Governor of Education

    Jul 2008 - Jun 2009
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  TranSystems

  Nov 2009 - May 2011

  Senior Security Electrical Engineer

  Physical Access Control Design Specialization and Security Master Planning for municipal and transit clients. Project Manager for multiple concurrent security projects and electrical engineering and communication design support for multiple internal customers across the country. Previous Company Aegis Security Design was acquired by TranSystems. Time period does not convey length of time at company (which is a combined 8 years).http://www.securitysystemsnews.com/article/transystems-merges-aegis-security-design-fold Show less

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  Facility Commissioning Group

  May 2011 - now

  Commissioning Authority and Energy Management Professional

  Currently serving as Commissioning Authority (CxA) for multiple concurrent projects where responsibilities include applying my extensive project management experience to the commissioning process, coordinating resources within the company and serving as a technical specialist for electrical, low-voltage, security and access control commissioning scopes.Additional responsibilities include developing technical training programs for employees, giving presentations to outside organizations, support procurement efforts and maintaining the company's IT network infrastructure and social networks.I have complete familiarity with the commissioning process (as outlined in the ACG Commissioning Guideline, ASHRAE Guideline 0 and ASHRAE Standard 202) and possess the organizational, documentation, communications, and team-building skills necessary to lead and coordinate an effective Commissioning Team.Facility Commissioning Group bridges the gaps between the Owner, the Design Team, the Construction Team and Vendors using a process employing: -- Thorough review of design and submittal documentation -- Review of Design Intent Documents or Owner's Project Requirements -- Attending progress and coordination meetings -- Site observations -- Resolution tracking forms (RTFs) -- System verification checklists (SVCs) -- Start-up involvement for equipment -- Functional Performance Tests (FPTs) -- O&M and As-Built documentation corroboration -- Specified factory service and off-season mode testing enforcement -- O&M training facilitation and recording -- Integration of subsystems to perform as a cohesive system -- Point of contact references for warranty action -- A final commissioning reportNOTEWORTHY: -- CxA (Commissioning Authority) Certification -- EMP (Energy Management Professional) Certification -- OSHA 10 Hour Certification -- OSHA 30 Hour Certification Show less

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  District 40 Toastmasters

  Jul 2011 - Jun 2012

  Bluegrass Division Governor 2011-2012

  Governor of Bluegrass Division, encompassing the Central Kentucky Region and comprised of 12 Toastmasters Clubs, is a geographic region that as Governor I oversaw to ensure educational programs are conducted in accordance with the Communication and Leadership programs that Toastmasters affords it's membership.Concurrently held the office of President of the Advance Toastmasters Club in Lexington, Ky.