Thomas the Grey
20 November 2009 @ 09:35 am
In other non job related news.

I'm looking to do an electronics/electricity demo for my son's school Science Club. Does anyone have access to any or all of the following;
Jacob's ladder (Mine is hiding in a box somewhere)
Tesla Coil
Van de graaff generator

We'd love to have you come demonstrate them or we could just borrow them.

Thanks in advance!
 
 
Thomas the Grey
19 November 2009 @ 10:43 am
OK folks, see that? Yep, that was my pride going right out the window. Kid's gotta eat so I need a job. I'll do damn near anything. Seriously. If you've got a possibility for me I'll entertain it. "So what can you do?" you may ask? Here's the resume.

Mobile: (404) 769-2330

email: thegreyman@gmail.com

“INTUITIVE AND EXPERIENCED ELECTRONICS PROFESSIONAL”

Objective

To secure a challenging position that allows me to contribute my electronic, fabrication, test, calibration, supervisory, and excellent team working skills.

Experience

2003–2009 Nivis, LLC Atlanta, GA

R&D/Engineering Technician/Production QA Manager

§ Design assistance, Prototyping, and Fabrication of all products and test fixtures to include all aspects of electronics and mechanical functionality.

§ Troubleshoot, repair, and testing of prototype and final designs of equipment produced for in house development and customers.

§ Maintain full electronic/mechanical fabrication and assembly shop to include operation of CNC milling machine and ZCorp 3D printer.

§ Verify and ensure completeness of build packages for all end products produced by in house production department and packages presented to customers.

2002-2003 Chemtrac Systems, Inc Norcross, GA

Industrial Technician

§ Responsible for assembly and design upgrade of all industrial products to include on-line Electro-kenetic Charge Titrator,(ECT 9800), and Electro-kenetic Charge Analyzer (eca 2100).

§ Perform field repairs on all equipment to include streaming current and particle counter units.

§ Maintain inventory for all assembly and repair needs.

§ Provide input to engineer on design changes and upgrades

§ Perform in-house and field tests of new equipment to insure proper function and suggest improvements.

3/2002-8/2002 Maytag Corporation Atlanta, GA

Repair Technician

§ Repair of all Maytag brand appliances to include Amana, Jenn-Air, etc.

§ Maintained a perfect record of customer satisfaction and received multiple compliment letters.

§ Ordered and tracked all repair supplies and parts.

§ Maintenance and upkeep of company vehicle.

2000-2001 US Army/DynCorp Tech. Services Tuzla, Bosnia

Team Chief/Metrology Technician

§ TMDE (Test Measurement Diagnostic Equipment) Support Center Team Chief.

§ Instituted transition from Army to civilian contractor of TMDE support for all of Multi-National Division North TMDE assets.

§ Initiated and performed setup and movement to new calibration facility to include modifications to building construction to meet safety and quality control requirements.

§ Performed duties as Lead Trainer, Safety and Hazardous Materials/Waste coordinator, Publications coordinator, Supply and Production Control coordinator assistant.

§ Performed Calibration and repair on various equipment to include but not limited to, High Frequency, Microwave, Time, DC Low, AC, Resistance, Power, Physical/Dimensional (pressure, force, torque, temperature, linear and angular measurement) etc.

1990-2000 United States Marine Corps Various

Metrology & Repair Technician / Safety & Haz-Mat Officer

§ Chief Instructor, Marine Corps Advanced Physical/Dimensional Measurement School TMDE Keesler AFB, MS.

§ Metrology Lab Chief, Marine Corps Air Station El Toro, CA.

§ Various other duties at different locations centered on the calibration and repair of all types of test and measurement equipment.

§ Secondary M.O.S. as Safety and Hazmat Coordinator/Officer

Education

Basic Test, Measurement, Diagnostic Equipment

  • MCLB Albany, GA

Advanced Electrical/Electronic Measurement

  • Tech.Training Center, Keesler AFB, MS

Advanced Physical/Dimensional Measurement

  • Tech.Training Center, Keesler AFB, MS

Sergeants Course (leadership training)

  • MCAS, El Torro, CA

24 Hour Haz-Mat Course

  • MCAS, El Torro, CA

Basic Instructors Course

  • Tech.Training Center, Keesler AFB, MS

Instructional Systems Development

  • Tech.Training Center, Keesler AFB, MS

Mishap Investigation, Prevention

  • Naval OSHA, Norfolk, VA

Ground Safety

  • Naval OSHA, Norfolk, VA

AutoCAD Level 1: Essentials and Basics

  • Atlanta CAD Services Inc, Atlanta, GA

AutoCAD Level 2

  • Atlanta CAD Services Inc, Atlanta, GA

Additional Exp.

2005-2007 Dragon*Con Atlanta, GA

Director of Security

§ Dragon*Con is the largest multi-media, popular culture convention focusing on science fiction and fantasy, gaming, comics, literature, art, music, and film in the US.

§ Coordination and management of 200+ volunteers to ensure security and safety of over 40,000 convention attendees across three hotels. Duties include crowd control, Guest escort services, Emergency Medical staff management, etc.

§ Interface with Hotel Security Managers and Staff, Atlanta P.D., and Department of Homeland Security Representatives.

Basically, if it has electrons running through it or gears in it, it's my bitch. I boast that I can build of fix anything. So far that boast has held true for over 20 years. I'm good working in or leading a team or, off in a corner by myself.

So if you know of anything or need anything done please don't hesitate to think of me. Thanks all.

*MS Word copy of resume readily available. Just ask =)
 
 
Current Mood: anxious
 
 
Thomas the Grey
15 November 2009 @ 12:14 am
The fear has set in. Fuck.
 
 
Thomas the Grey
10 November 2009 @ 09:05 am
234 Years ago a bunch of drunks got together in a bar and decided it would be a hoot to go out on boats and shoot Redcoats. 

Thus my beloved Corps was born. 

Happy birthday to all my fellow Leathernecks, Devil Dogs, and, Jarheads.  Semper Fi brothers!
(and Sisters!)



 
 
Current Mood: grateful
 
 
Thomas the Grey
05 November 2009 @ 05:04 pm

If anyone knows of a place looking for Electronics Techs let me know.
As of today I'm out of a job.
Again.

 
 
Current Mood: frustrated
 
 
Thomas the Grey
21 October 2009 @ 10:48 pm
Sorry for the short notice but, we return tomorrow!  Mellow Mushroom on Windy Hill and Powers Ferry. 7:30pm!  The Sauce Must Flow!

What? ZA!
Where? Mellow Mushroom at Windy Hill.
When? 7:30pm every Thursday
Why? Cuz I gots PAID biches!



 
 
Thomas the Grey
27 August 2009 @ 12:26 pm
Well reality has reared it's ugly head.  now that I am unemployed I'll not be spending any extra money on eating out.  So with that in mind, Za is going on hiatus.  My participation in it anyway.  If anyone else would like to spear head it, please go for it.   So until I get a new job, no Za for me.







 
 
Thomas the Grey
20 August 2009 @ 09:40 am
This Monday morning, after busting my ass and giving up the two previous weekends to complete a major project I got laid off.  So after 6 years I'm jobless.  First time I've ever been let go from a position. 


So if you know of any electronics technician or calibration/metrology positions open in the Metro Atlanta area, send 'em my way please.  Thanks.
 
 
Thomas the Grey
12 August 2009 @ 01:00 pm

No Za this time around folks. Just far too much to do and no time to do it in. check out The Goods Event at the Starlight Drive in instead.



See ya in two weeks!



 
 
Thomas the Grey
11 August 2009 @ 02:13 pm
OK boys and girls, I'm turning 40. Yep, I'm old, shut up. I'm going to celebrate this milestone by jumping out of a perfectly good aircraft. I've done this before but this time I'm going to use a parachute. [info]unrepentant is putting this together so if you want details or want to join me in my craziness email him at unrepentant at gmail dot com . He'll get you all the word. This will be happening on this Saturday the 15th.

Sunday the 16th I'd like to get a few folks together for dinner at my favorite Atlanta restaurant, Umezono. This is the best traditional Japanese cuisine I've had since I left Hawaii years ago. We'll kick this off at 7pm.

My actual B-Day is the 28th. That's damned close to Dragon*Con so I plan to do a bunch of celebrating there. So if ya see me staggering around stupidly, point me in the direction of more intoxicants and wish me well. =)


P.S. If you plan on being at the Jump or the Dinner email [info]unrepentant  so he can have a head count.  Thanks!

 
 
Current Mood: Old
 
 
Thomas the Grey
06 August 2009 @ 10:39 am
Decatur Pub Crawl anyone? [info]tactilol  is putting together a small pub crawl Saturday evening. I'm gonna tag along. Anyone else?
 
 
Thomas the Grey
02 August 2009 @ 11:52 am
So the spare keys I had made for Amber's car are missing from my place.  Add to that the radio faceplate, iPod, and bat that was in her trunk have all been stolen.  Each time something has gone missing the car has been locked.  No signs of forced entry at all. 

I'll be calling the cops later today and we'll file a report.  This is bullshit. 
 
 
Thomas the Grey
30 July 2009 @ 11:29 am
ZA!  
OK folks it's time for ZA again.  Been a bit sporadic here lately mainly due to my own flakiness and a messed up life schedule.  Lets get it back on track with a good turnout tonight.  Come one, come all and worship the blessed round!  See ya'll tonight!

What? ZA!
Where? Blue Moon Pizza in Scarietta.
When? 7:30pm This Thursday,  TONIGHT!!
Why? Cuz I need a friggin break from my crazy job.  Plus BACON!
Tags:
 
 
Current Location: Work GAH!
Current Mood: distressed
Current Music: The sound of my teeth grinding
 
 
Thomas the Grey
10 July 2009 @ 02:16 pm
Being a responsible adult has perpetrated it's sudden but inevitable betrayal. Finances, or the lack thereof, and work, or the over abundance thereof, have conspired to shoot my Transformus dreams out of the sky. So in short, I'll not be attending this year. (Much with the sad face here)

So I have an extra invite/ticket.  I'd be happy to pass it on for the face value of $75 .  Comment here if you're interested. 
 
 
Thomas the Grey
07 July 2009 @ 12:14 pm
So who else is heading out to Deerfield this year? 
 
 
Thomas the Grey
04 June 2009 @ 02:06 pm
We're out to the wilds of Chamblee tonight.  The Loop Pizza Grill off Chamblee Tucker.   Come on out and enjoy the geekery.


What? ZA!
Where? The Loop Pizza Grill
When? 7:30pm this Thursday.
Why? Cuz It's time for some east side love.
 
 
Thomas the Grey
21 May 2009 @ 10:28 am
Hey folks,  It's Za! time again.  This time we'll be at Savage Pizza in Little 5 points for El Nino's last Za till the fall.  He's heading out to spend the summer with his Mom in Mississippi.  Come on out and enjoy the blessed round with my munchkin. =)

What? ZA!
Where? Savage Pizza
When? 7:30pm every other Thursday.
Why? Cuz it's summer time! 
 
 
Thomas the Grey
10 May 2009 @ 10:09 pm
Just remember folks, "Mother" is only half a word. :-D
 
 
Thomas the Grey
05 May 2009 @ 03:16 pm
I really want to take James to see Ghostbusters for Screen on the Green.  However it's a bit behind The Princess Bride now.  While I love that movie too It's not a father son type flick.  At least not for my boy.  So do me a favor please.  Go VOTE for Gostbusters for me. 

Thanks!!!
 
 
Thomas the Grey
30 April 2009 @ 10:08 am
Yeah I know I said every other week LAST week. But this is special. My brain twin Strangeway is back in town from Jersey. So it's off to Blue Moon we go for some candied cayenne bacon and geeky hi jinks.  Come on out and watch two grown men act like 10 year olds.  You can point and laugh between bites of Za.  =)

What? ZA!
Where? Blue Moon Pizza in Scarietta.
When? 7:30pm This Thursday,  TONIGHT!!
Why? Cuz the mook wants candied cayenne bacon!