David Heppe

david@fsasystems.net | (775)-437-0312 | Carson City, NV

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Overview

With a lifelong passion for technical systems, I have developed comprehensive expertise across fire alarm systems, access control, electrical infrastructure, and RF communications. My foundation in life safety systems, combined with hands-on experience in system design, installation, and maintenance, enables me to provide effective solutions for complex technical challenges. I am committed to excellence and continuous learning in emerging technologies and industry standards.

Personal Experience & Skills

High & Low Voltage

  • Over 8 years of personal experience with electrical systems and installation practices
  • Proficiency with commercial and residential high voltage applications
  • Competency in EMT conduit bending, breaker replacement, device installation, and system retrofitting
  • Extensive knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC) compliance
  • Expertise in single-phase electrical system configuration
  • Understanding of three-phase electrical systems

Access Control Systems

  • Extensive experience in access control system design and wiring implementation
  • In-depth understanding of access control security vulnerabilities and mitigation strategies
  • Proficiency in programming access readers using HID Reader Manager software
  • Comprehensive knowledge of credential types, reader technologies, and system compatibility
  • Proven installation experience with complete access control system deployments
  • Expertise in hardware installation including electric strikes and reader mounting
  • Thorough understanding of code requirements for magnetic lock applications

Commercial Life Safety Systems

Fire Alarm

  • Comprehensive understanding of commercial fire alarm system components and architecture
  • Proficiency with industry-standard platforms including FireLite, Notifier, and Bosch systems
  • Strong knowledge of NFPA 72 and related fire safety codes
  • Expertise in configuring central station reporting via traditional and IP-based communicators

System Inspection & Maintenance

Life Safety Systems

  • Comprehensive knowledge of commercial life safety system components and testing procedures
  • Proficiency with maintenance and inspection of FireLite, Notifier, and Bosch platforms
  • In-depth understanding of NFPA 72 inspection and maintenance requirements
  • Experience in system verification and validation for central station connectivity

Commercial & Residential Intrusion

Commercial/Residential Burg Alarm

  • Proficiency in installation and configuration of residential and commercial intrusion detection systems
  • Expertise in integrating alarm systems with central monitoring stations via IP, Telco and Cellular
  • Strong knowledge of security vulnerabilities and best practices in system design
  • Proven ability to design custom solutions tailored to specific client requirements

RF Communications

Radio

  • Comprehensive understanding of land mobile radio (LMR) systems architecture and operations
  • Advanced proficiency in programming Motorola APX and ASTRO 25 Series P25 radios
  • Strong expertise in ASTRO 25 trunking system radio configuration
  • Strong understanding and expertise in L3Harris, M/A-Com, and GE Radio Systems
  • Knowledgeable in Harris EDACS Trunked Radio Systems and programming
  • Strong familiarity and experience with Motorola CPS and L3Harris RPM1 & RPM2
  • Understanding of and experience programming MOTOTRBO DMR Radio Systems

Networking

IT

  • Proficiency with Cisco IOS Command Line Interface (CLI) operations and administration
  • Hands-on experience configuring Cisco ISR routers
  • Competency in managing Cisco Meraki network devices
  • Solid foundation in networking fundamentals and industry standards
  • Skilled in the installation and configuration of Verkada Camera Systems

Telephony

POTS / VOIP

  • Proficiency in configuring Cisco CallManager Express for SCCP-based phone systems
  • Experience with FreePBX platform modifications and system administration
  • Comprehensive understanding of analog POTS and VoIP system architecture
  • Expertise in configuring VOIP phones for SIP registration
  • Strong understanding of Cisco Dial-Peers

Emergency Alert Systems

  • Advanced expertise in Emergency Alert System (EAS) implementation and operation
  • Comprehensive understanding of EAS daisy chain system architecture and protocols
  • Strong knowledge of Common Alerting Protocol (CAP) standards and applications
  • Extensive experience deploying legacy EAS encoder/decoder systems including TFT EAS 911, SAGE 1822, and Trilithic EASy series

Core Competencies

Troubleshooting & Diagnostics

  • Advanced problem diagnosis and resolution
  • Extensive experience troubleshooting electrical, networking, and systems issues
  • Log analysis and debugging methodologies for IT systems
  • Multimeter and test equipment proficiency

Electrical Systems & NEC Compliance

  • High and low voltage installation and maintenance
  • EMT conduit bending and electrical device installation
  • National Electrical Code (NEC) compliance
  • Single and three-phase system configuration

RF Communications & Telephony

  • Land mobile radio systems and trunking
  • Cisco networking equipment and administration
  • VoIP and POTS telephone systems
  • Emergency Alert System (EAS) operation and deployment

Key Projects

Home Fire Alarm, Burglary & Access Control System

Bosch • HID • Intrusion Detection

Designed and implemented a comprehensive integrated fire and security system for my house featuring commercial fire alarm, burglary alarm, and access control. System includes Bosch addressable fire and security, door/window sensors, motion detection, and HID iCLASS access control with real-time monitoring and alerting capabilities.

IP Radio Station with EAS Integration

Emergency Alert System • EAS Equipment • IP Infrastructure

Operated and maintained a fully functional IP-based radio station with integrated Emergency Alert System (EAS) equipment. System deployment included legacy EAS encoder/decoder systems such as TFT EAS 911, and Trilithic equipment for emergency broadcast and public alerting capabilities.

House CME Phone System

Cisco CallManager Express • VoIP • SCCP Phones

Built and configured a residential Cisco CallManager Express phone system providing advanced VoIP telephony. System includes SCCP provisioned phones, call routing, voicemail capabilities, and integration with traditional POTS infrastructure for comprehensive residential telecommunications.

Lightning Warning System

Linux • Raspberry Pi • API

Built and configured a lightning warning system using a Raspberry Pi and API integration. System provides real-time web monitoring and on site alerting for lightning activity in the surrounding area.

Education

Advanced Cybersecurity

Carson High School

2024-2026

Cybersecurity I 2024-25 - Cyber II Skipped - Cybersecurity Advanced Studies 2025-26

Engineering Foundations

Carson High School

2024-2026

Engineering I 2024-25 - Engineering II 2025-26

Certifications & Licenses

OSHA 10-Hour Card

Occupational Safety and Health Administration

Issued: 2024

Contact Information

Email

david@fsasystems.net

Phone

(775) 437-0312

Location

Carson City, Nevada