1. John Pham
(803)565-5844 John.N.Pham@outlook.com
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Electronics Technician
US Coast Guard Skilled Troubleshooting and Repair
A Coast Guard trained technician that possesses a great deal of knowledge and experience, which showcases the capability to efficiently troubleshoot,
identify, and correct faults associated with a wide variety of equipment, providing the organization with reliable working systems for mission tasks. A ‘go to’
employee, that confidently and professionally completes all tasks assigned with minimal supervision, and provides helpful insights to troubleshooting
techniques, easing the workload upon the rest of the shop. A person with commendable versatility and an ability to find process improvements that will be an
instrumental member in any organization’s performance.
Work Experience
UNITED STATES COAST GUARD
Seaman, 2006 – 2007
Electronics Technician, 2007 – Present
Electronics Support Detachment Galveston,
Houston, TX 2013 – Present
• Set up and operated specialized and standard test equipment to diagnose, test, and analyze the performance of electronic components, assemblies,
and systems.
• Modified, maintained, and repaired electronics equipment and systems to ensure that they function properly.
• Conducted or supervised the installation and operation of electronic equipment and systems.
• Educated equipment operators on the proper use of equipment.
• Improved job processes for installation of new marine electronic equipment onboard multiple platforms.
• Monitored strength, clarity, and reliability of incoming and outgoing signals, and adjusted equipment as necessary to maintain quality DGPS and
NDS broadcasts.
• Set-up, operated, and maintained DGPS and NDS broadcast station computers and networks.
• Installed DGPS broadcast equipment, troubleshot equipment problems and performed maintenance and minor repairs using hand tools.
Coast Guard Cutter Escanaba WMEC 907 (CGC Spencer, CGC Seneca, CGC Northland)
Boston, MA 2010 – 2013
Performed maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair for the SLQ-32, SPS-73, ULQ-32, VEGA, AIS, AN/UPX-37, Medium Endurance Cutter
(270’) Shipboard Command and Control Suite,
• Subject matter specialist and repair technician for navigation, communications, networking, and surveillance equipment.
• Provided technical and operational support for shipboard evolutions, including but not limited to navigation, communications, law enforcement,
Aids to Navigation operations, Search and Rescue operations, and Migrant Interdiction operations.
• Electronics equipment transition manager for crew swap between multiple platforms.
• Maintained system logs, or manuals to document testing, or operation of equipment.
• Tested electronics units, using standard test equipment, and analyze results to evaluate performance and determine need for adjustment.
Engineering Logistic Center/ Electronics Systems Lab/ SYSS Lab / C2Cen Electronics Repair Facility
Baltimore MD, 2007 – 2010
• Adjusted or replace defective or improperly functioning circuitry or electronics components, using hand tools or soldering station utilizing Navy
Miniature/Micro-miniature Electronics Repair standards.
• Tested electronics units, using standard test equipment, and analyze results to evaluate performance and determine need for adjustment.
• Performed Quality Assurance checks on repaired circuit cards, and verified their functionality on a live mock-up.
• Wrote reports and recorded data on testing techniques, laboratory equipment, and specifications to assist engineers.
• Read blueprints, wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, or engineering instructions for assembling electronics units, applying knowledge of
electronic theory and components.
• Developed tests on various Automated Test Equipment for troubleshooting High Endurance Cutter (378') engine control boards.
Education
Electronics Technician School, Petaluma, CA
2006 - 2007
Diff Broadcast Site Maintenance II, Jan 2015; AN/SPS-50 RADAR Maintenance, Jul 2014; AN/SPS-73 Maintenance and Repair, Apr 2012
AN/SLQ-32 ESM V2 (016E) Nov 2010; Module Test & Repair, May 2010; AN/UPX-37 Digital Interrogator, Mar 2010
WMEC 270 SCCS Maintenance& Management, Feb 2010; Leadership & Management School, Aug 2007
Skills
Microsoft Office Suite; Coast Guard Logistics Management Information System; Federal Logistics System; Electronic Asset Logbook; Asset Logistics
Management System; Adobe Acrobat; Diagno-Sys Pinpoint II; Windows XP, 7, 8; Unix Sunsoft
Awards & Medals

2. CG Good Conduct 2015, 2012; CG Commandant Letter of Commendation Ribbon 2013; CG Sea Service 2011; CG “E” Ribbon 2011;
CG Unit Commendation Ribbon 2011, 2006; CG Meritorious Team Commendation Ribbon 2011, 2009, National Defense Service Medal 2006