1984-Present
University of Pittsburgh, Chemistry Electronics Shop, Electronics Specialist III

Responsible for the repair, construction, design, modification and calibration of scientific instruments used in research and teaching laboratories. Responsible for training students and staff in the proper operation and maintenance of laboratory instruments and equipment.

Some examples are Mass Spectrometers and Spectrophotometers. Ion, Excimer and Diode Lasers. UHV Vacuum Systems. X-Ray Analytical Systems. Experience in the application of multimeters, oscilloscopes, signal generators, logic analyzers and instrument calibrators.

Experienced with Windows XP, Microsoft Office and AutoCAD. Some experience with LabVIEW and with schematic capture and circuit simulation software.

1980-1984
Westinghouse Science and Technology Center, Electronics Technician

Designed and constructed analog and digital circuits for use in Electro-Optic and Fiber-Optic equipment. 

Experienced in the implementation of photomultipliers in photon counting systems and solid state emitters and detectors in control and communications systems.

1973-1977
United States Navy, Interior Communications Electrician

Supervised a team of four in the maintenance and repair of shipboard electronic countermeasures, interior communications and navigation equipment.

Honorably Discharged as Interior Communications Electrician, Third Class Petty Officer.

1990-Present
Mountain Streams & Trails Outfitters, Raft Guide and Safety Boater

Certified as First Responder and in CPR For The Professional Rescuer.

1978-1980
Penn Technical Institute, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Associates Degree, Specialized Technology

1974
United States Navy, San Diego, California.

Interior Communications Electrician Class A

1969-1973
Montour High School, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

Three years drafting/architectural drawing