Resume - Paul Baker
Last Updated: Monday, October 08, 2007

1994 to Present
Internet Consultant - eCommerce Developer - Vertical Market Specialist

  • Own and operate Lucky Puppy Web Consulting™ Design and implement websites. Normal duties include: Using HTML editor for design of webpage, using graphics programs to make original artwork, banners, logos, icons, configuring web server to host websites, e-commerce applications and monitoring websites for proper operation.

1976 to 1994
Federal Aviation Administration, Engineering Technician, GS-802-12

  • Inspected and repaired advanced state of the art electrical, electronic and mechanical equipment used in the National Airspace System (NAS), which is the common network of U.S. airspace; air navigation facilities, equipment and services, airports or landing areas. Systems included Precision Approach Landing Systems (guide aircraft to the runway in bad weather) Airport Surveillance Radar, Approach Lighting Systems, Communications Systems.
     
  • Project Manager as needed from 1984 to 1992 on construction projects within the FAA. Made reports, documented contractor work and enforced compliance with contracts. Performed Joint Acceptance Inspections of projects on their completion and insured that exceptions to work performed were corrected. Wrote specifications for contracts to be bid upon. Provided documentation and updated blueprints for jobs as they progressed.
     
  • Developed and implemented scheduled preventative maintenance plans and procedures for Buildings, Structures and Grounds. Responsible for 25+ individual buildings and structures. These ranged from complex electrical-mechanical air-route traffic control centers with state of the art equipment, to air traffic control towers and base buildings. Installed and interfaced with computers remote maintenance monitoring capabilities for buildings that were located in very remote locations such as mountain tops and isolated desert areas.
  • Facilitated many meetings and discussions to achieve an agreed upon agenda. I am a trained facilitator and was in a pool of available facilitators that were a resource for meetings that required a resolution. Once my skills as a facilitator were demonstrated, I was called upon very often to resolve agendas.
  • Represented employees of 4 separate units in bargaining sessions and day to day activities. Representative for the Professional Airways Systems Specialists (PASS) for the Phoenix Airways Facilities Sector.
  • Participated in OSHA inspections of the work environment and insured compliance with published directives.
  • Assisted employees in computer based instruction as a Training Support Specialist from 1992 to 1994. Provided individual help in electronic and engineering questions, coordinated advanced education for employees and monitored progress.

1968 to 1975
United States Air Force, Aircraft Maintenance Technician

  • Inspected and repaired aircraft before and after flight. Performed full systems checks of avionics and mechanical systems. Performed run-up and high speed runway operations on 2 and 4 engine jet and piston aircraft.

General Areas of Expertise

  • Knowledge of mathematics, engineering formulas, fault analysis and testing procedures in mechanical, electrical and electronic systems. Construction, fabrication, manufacturing processes, security and fire alarm systems, pneumatic systems, HVAC, steam operated boiler systems and controls.
  • Ability to document work and prepare technical reports, to work independently, do design work, prepare engineering specifications, make cost estimates, use engineering instruments and testing devices.

Supervisory Experience

  • Graduate of Management through Team Action (MTA). Supervised employees in the FAA and Air Force. Supervised workers from State and Local agencies. Hired, wrote performance standards and job descriptions. Counseled employees and wrote employee evaluations. Submitted time and attendance records. Worked within a budget and submitted timely budget requests for future needs.

Education

  • Technical Education: Federal Aviation Administration Academy, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, Courses in AC/DC Electrical Circuits, High Voltage and Industrial Power Distribution Systems, High Power Airport Approach Lighting Systems, Air-conditioning, Heating, Ventilation Systems, Gas and Diesel Emergency Power Systems and Controls, Exide Un-interruptible Power Systems (UPS) 80KW-200KW Systems, Digital Logic, Remote Maintenance Monitoring Systems.
  • College Education: 1976-1998, 143 total credit hours with core courses in electrical engineering (electrical, digital and solid state components), computer information systems, accounting, management and marketing.  University of Hawaii, University of Maryland, Golden Gate University, Ferris State University, Northern Michigan University, Muskegon Community College, Grand Rapids Community College and Grand Valley State University between 1976 and 1998.

Other Random Facts

  • Aircraft Pilot, Mechanic - DOT/FAA

  • Commercial Fisherman - State of Hawaii - Mahi Mahi, Ono, Ahi, Lobster

  • Sport Fishing Guide (Lake Michigan), 27' Chris-Craft

    • Salmon, Steelhead, Lake Trout

  • Air Force Commendation Medal - 7th Air Force, Vietnam

  • Michigan Master Angler Award, 1995, King Salmon, 32lbs 8oz, 42in - DNR

  • Distinguished Artist (Pen and Ink) - FSU

  • State Champion Wrestler, MHSAA