Sampson Brunson
Leesville
Summary
Dynamic Radar Technician with the USAF, skilled in radar troubleshooting and operations monitoring. Proven ability to enhance team collaboration and maintain equipment integrity, leading to improved operational efficiency. Adept at analyzing data and providing actionable insights, ensuring safety and reliability in high-stakes environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Radar Technician
USAF
09.2020 - Current
- Calculated maneuvers and provided commander with operational and situational reports along with depth, range and system statuses.
- Recommended evasive actions, course and speed changes and silent running actions.
- Conducted passive and active sonar searches for suspected targets.
- Took care to maintain COMSEC and INFOSEC in operations and actions to preserve operational integrity.
- Repaired AC/DC circuits, digital and fiber optic circuits, power supplies and servo systems.
- Collaborated with other technicians to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues.
- Adjusted equipment and system filters to mitigate biological and environmental impacts on acoustic data.
- Repaired and tested navigation systems, radar switchboards and repeaters and Tactical Air Navigation (TACAN) systems.
- Monitored mechanical factors such as load tolerances and equipment strain to identify failure points.
Customer Service Representative
StarTek
10.2018 - 03.2020
- Responded to customer requests for products, services, and company information.
- Identified and resolved discrepancies and errors in customer accounts.
- Investigated and resolved customer inquiries and complaints quickly.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of product and service changes.
- Investigated and resolved accounting, service and delivery concerns.
- Responded proactively and positively to rapid change.
Front Desk Receptionist
North Beach Plantation
02.2019 - 07.2019
- Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
- Collected room deposits, fees, and payments.
- Resolved customer issues quickly and notified supervisor immediately when problems escalated.
- Maintained organized and clean front office area to create professional and welcoming environment for visitors and employees.
Coach
Gymnastics and More
08.2016 - 05.2018
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Developed relationships with clients to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
- Assisted in developing marketing materials to promote coaching services.
- Developed and delivered effective and engaging coaching sessions to improve performance.
Lead Ramp Agent
UPS
10.2017 - 12.2017
- Coordinated with ramp agents to verify packages were placed on correct outgoing flight.
- Positioned and towed aircraft from remote locations of airport to designated areas for operation.
- Loaded and unloaded packages and freight for over 10 daily flights.
- Reported equipment malfunctions to supervisor for immediate repair attention to avoid creating flight departure delays.
- Unpacked and repacked items in different quantities and configurations for shipment.
Stow Associate
Amazon
10.2017 - 12.2017
- Maintained clean and organized workspaces to uphold safety standards.
- Organized both outgoing and incoming shipments based on product descriptions and shipment dates.
- Separated damaged items from functional ones before placing on shelves.
- Sorted over 1000 products onto shelves according to type, weight, and size.
Traffic Signal Technician
Walker Bros. Inc.
05.2015 - 08.2017
- Oversaw maintenance of traffic system by preparing work orders for repair and modifications to equipment and components.
- Tested and troubleshot malfunctioning equipment to maintain traffic control devices in optimum condition.
- Identified most efficient methods to improve traffic flow by analyzing traffic data.
- Installed and maintained road markings to clearly define lanes and enhance road safety.
Team Member
Sonics Drive In
09.2013 - 11.2014
- Contributed to team success by completing jobs quickly and accurately.
- Developed strong cooperative relationships with coworkers and managers.
- Worked scheduled shifts and remained available to work during coworker absences, holidays, and busy periods.
- Kept work areas clean, organized, and safe to promote efficiency and team safety.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Coastal Carolina University
Conway, SCBachelor of Science - Information Technology
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH08-2026
High School Diploma -
Batesburg-Leesville High School
Batesburg, SC06-2016
Skills
- Test equipment operation
- Maintenance procedures
- Radar troubleshooting
- Hardware installation
- Fault isolation
- Component repair
- Software programming
- Team building
- Adaptability
- Analyze data
- Operations monitoring
- Written communication
- Safety checking
- Team collaboration
- Organizational skills
- Research and development
- Peer mentoring
- Customer support
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Received 2024 Radar Technician of the Year Award for my Company
Timeline
Radar Technician
USAF
09.2020 - Current
Front Desk Receptionist
North Beach Plantation
02.2019 - 07.2019
Customer Service Representative
StarTek
10.2018 - 03.2020
Lead Ramp Agent
UPS
10.2017 - 12.2017
Stow Associate
Amazon
10.2017 - 12.2017
Coach
Gymnastics and More
08.2016 - 05.2018
Traffic Signal Technician
Walker Bros. Inc.
05.2015 - 08.2017
Team Member
Sonics Drive In
09.2013 - 11.2014
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Coastal Carolina University
Bachelor of Science - Information Technology
Southern New Hampshire University
High School Diploma -
Batesburg-Leesville High School
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