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Felipe Donoso

Oak Hills

Summary

Highly motivated professional seeking a challenging role in the low voltage/Fire Life Safety industry. Equipped with a strong background in this field, I have the knowledge and skills to excel in a dynamic work environment. Committed to ensuring the safety and security of individuals and properties, I possess a deep understanding of industry regulations and best practices. Dedication to delivering exceptional results, combined with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams, makes me a valuable asset to any organization in this industry.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Fire Alarm Repair Technician

PyroComm Systems Inc
08.2015 - Current
  • Responsible for diagnosing, troubles on various type of Fire Alarm systems.
  • Provide customers with a timely repair solution on service call issues, after hour emergency calls, annual test repairs and Reg 4 test deficiencies .
  • Change out outdated Fire Alarm Systems.
  • Carry out fire system upgrades .
  • Take over new accounts and set up reporting to central station monitoring.
  • Maintained inventory of repair supplies and ordered parts.
  • Utilized variety of tools and diagnostic equipment to complete repairs.

Fire Alarm Installation Technician

TEK Systems
11.2013 - 08.2015
  • Responsible for new Fire Alarm installation projects.
  • Installation/programming of Fire Alarm Control panels, Head in Equipment, Power Supplies, Annunciators, terminal cans, Rough-in cable, conduit backbox layout.
  • Coordinate with other trades to ensure building controls are tied into Fire Control Panel, Conducive to achieving elevator recall/ shunt functions, HVAC supervisory/air shutdown, smoke damper and door closure, sprinkler and special agent supervision.
  • Device termination of duct smoke detectors, area smoke detector, heat detectors, manual pull stations, A/V and EVAC Notification.
  • Set up monitoring and perform a final acceptance test with AHJ.
  • Increased customer referrals through exceptional communication skills, addressing client concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Assisted in growing company revenue by identifying cross-selling opportunities for additional security products or services during installations.

Lead Installer

Apple Valley Communications Inc
08.2006 - 10.2013
  • Coordinate daily workload of new construction low voltage projects for schools and Federal government buildings.
  • Responsible for installation, testing, certifying all building and underground site infrastructure cable plus equipment for Fire Alarm, Security, Intercom, fiber optic, data, cameras, telephone and stadium sound systems.
  • Terminated tested and certified low voltage equipment.
  • Deliver final turn over documentation and train customers on new installed products.
  • Reduced installation errors, implementing thorough quality control measures.

Lead Installer

TRL Systems Inc
05.2004 - 08.2006
  • Responsible for cable, conduit, backbox rough-in.
  • Installation of Fire Alarm Control Panel, A/V power supplies and (EST) Fire Alarm product
  • Installation of (DuKane) Nurse Call and all pertaining Intercom devices for high rise buildings and hospitals.

Test Repair Tech

PSI Alarm
10.1999 - 05.2004
  • Responsible for test and repair of Fire Alarm Systems such as (Ademco Vista), (Radionics), (Firelite) and ( Silent Knight) product line.
  • Duties include documenting system failures as they are identified in NFPA 72 inspections and testing reports.
  • Troubleshoot systems deficiencies and make appropriate repairs.
  • Coordinate retesting to ensure proper functionality and fire/life safety compliance.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility and safety.


Education

Associate of Applied Science - Electronic Engineering

ITT Technical Institute
West Covina, CA
09.1997

Bachelor of Science - Automated Technology

ITT Technical Institute
West Covina, CA
09.2001

Skills

  • State of California Fire/Life Safety Certified
  • NICET Fire Alarm Level II
  • Factory Product Training (Notifier NFS2-3030, NFS2-640,
  • NFS-320) (Potter IPA-4000, IPA-100, IPA-60), (NAPCO Firelink), (AMP Netconnect)
  • Knowledge of product line (Silent Knight 6820-5820), (Firelite MS-9200), (BOSH FPD-7024), (FireWarden-100X)

Timeline

Fire Alarm Repair Technician

PyroComm Systems Inc
08.2015 - Current

Fire Alarm Installation Technician

TEK Systems
11.2013 - 08.2015

Lead Installer

Apple Valley Communications Inc
08.2006 - 10.2013

Lead Installer

TRL Systems Inc
05.2004 - 08.2006

Test Repair Tech

PSI Alarm
10.1999 - 05.2004

Bachelor of Science - Automated Technology

ITT Technical Institute

Associate of Applied Science - Electronic Engineering

ITT Technical Institute
Felipe Donoso