Benjamin Showalter
Stanley
Summary
Knowledgeable Sign Technician with solid foundation in sign production and installation. Delivered high-quality signage solutions that enhanced client visibility and branding. Demonstrated expertise in vinyl application and graphic design while ensuring accuracy and compliance with industry standards.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Solar Panel Technician
Main Street Solar
10.2023 - Current
- Ensured safety compliance with strict adherence to OSHA regulations, industry standards, and company guidelines during installation and maintenance tasks.
- Minimized downtime by swiftly diagnosing issues and completing necessary repairs on malfunctioning solar equipment.
- Reduced customer energy costs by designing and implementing customized solar power systems tailored to their needs.
- Increased solar panel efficiency by conducting regular maintenance and cleaning procedures.
- Enhanced system performance through the installation of advanced solar panel technology and equipment upgrades.
- Streamlined workflow processes through effective communication with colleagues, supervisors, clients, and utility representatives involved in each project.
- Installed solar panels on multiple residential and commercial properties to meet customer requirements.
- Used drawings, schematics, and instructions to properly install PV systems in accordance with codes and standards.
- Checked electrical installation for proper wiring, polarity, grounding, and integrity of terminations.
- Assembled, wired and connected solar panels to existing components and systems.
- Developed efficient installation techniques to decrease labor time.
- Troubleshot electrical issues related to solar panel installation and implemented swift resolutions.
- Verified completion of inspections prior to installation processes to reduce delays.
- Dug trenches, backfilled holes and compacted earth to prepare for new construction.
- Determined connection interfaces for additional subpanels or for connecting PV systems with utility services or other power generation sources.
- Conducted site visits, assessing solar panel placement and accurately measuring installation areas.
- Tested system wiring layouts, grounds, and terminations to finalize installations.
- Connected system wiring and components to achieve both aesthetic and operational targets.
- Conducted visual inspections and physical tests on previously installed modules and systems to identify faults.
Sign Technician
Letter Perfect
09.2020 - Current
- Family owned and operated business
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing concerns promptly and effectively resolving issues.
- Ensured accurate measurements and precise installation of signs, resulting in a professional appearance.
- Assisted clients in selecting appropriate materials and colors to achieve desired results.
- Trained new employees on company procedures, software usage, and equipment operation for seamless integration into the team.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
- Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
- Experienced in electric signs, billboard painting and lettering, vinyl signs and lettering, sandblasted signs, ADA compliance signs
Sign Installer
Gen3signs
01.1996 - Current
- Family owned and operated bussines
- Improved client satisfaction by efficiently installing and maintaining high-quality signage for various businesses.
- Evaluated job sites before beginning work, identifying potential hazards or obstructions that could impact the installation process.
- Effectively managed multiple concurrent assignments while maintaining a high level of attention to detail and adherence to quality standards.
- Maintained a safe working environment by adhering to industry best practices and safety regulations during sign installations.
- Established strong relationships with clients through clear communication and reliable service delivery during each project phase.
- Created custom signs for customers with quality builds and careful installation.
- Installed vinyl on vehicle doors, windows and body panels for partial coverage or complete wraps.
- Assembled interior signs and added tactile or braille additions to substrate.
- Set machines for engraving and laser etching of completed designs.
- Applied vinyl to metal, foam board and plastic by hand and with use of laminating table.
- Designed new sign graphics and layouts to match customer specifications.
- Prepared vinyl for application on substrates or flat socks with associated weeding, trimming and taping.
- Imported customer designs into software and verified dimensions, checked for errors and made corrections.
- Inserted sealing strips, wiring and insulating material, as called for in blueprints.
- Welded, cut and bent steel as necessary with torches, metal shears, and welding equipment.
- Used appropriate safety measures and encouraged other team members to do same in effort to avoid job site injuries.
- Hoisted metal components into place, safely operating cranes during process.
- Followed blueprints and instructions from supervisors to erect columns, beams and girders.
Education
Page County High School
Shenandoah, VASkills
- Graphic design software
- Production scheduling
- Vinyl cutting mastery
- Hand lettering
- Wide format printing
- Signage regulations
- Sign installation techniques
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Multitasking Abilities
- Mechanical skills
- Blueprint reading
- Materials management
Timeline
Solar Panel Technician
Main Street Solar
10.2023 - Current
Sign Technician
Letter Perfect
09.2020 - Current
Sign Installer
Gen3signs
01.1996 - Current
Page County High School
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