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John Cates

Balancer · DISC type S
Lead Data Prep Technician at Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc.
📍 Rogers, Arkansas, United States

John is a Lead Data Prep Technician at Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc. , with a background in GIS and Civil Engineering. A U. S. Air Force Veteran with over three years in the AEC industry, he specializes in 3D modeling, data preparation, and systems maintenance. He holds a CompTIA Security+ certification and a B. A. in Geography from Arkansas Tech University.

His academic background includes a strong focus on anthropology, where he was an event officer for the Anthropology Club and a member of the Lamda Alpha National Anthropology Honor Society. This suggests a deep interest in cultural studies and archaeology alongside his technical career.

Unique fact: John holds an active Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance.

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Experience
6 Years
Current Role
Lead Data Prep Technician
Job Level
Middle
Location
Rogers, Arkansas, United States
Personality Overview

How John shows up

Process-Oriented
Diplomatic
Good Listener

They are polite and respectful but practical. They are comfortable taking a long term view. Even if it takes time, they prefer following the process.

Priorities

Topics John cares about

3D Modeling
His role involves producing 3D grading models from engineered plans for automated machine control and construction staking.
GIS Applications
His background includes a degree in Geography and coursework in GIS planning applications, aligning with his interest in data analytics and visualization.
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Career

Work history

9-2024
Lead Data Prep Technician
Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc.
5-2022 - 9-2024
Data Prep Technician
Emery Sapp & Sons, Inc.
Air National Guard
Part-time
10-2021 - 5-2022
Tutor and Mentor
AmeriCorps
9-2019 - 9-2021
Avionics Technician
United States Air Force
In the press

Media appearances

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Education
5-2019
Bachelor of Arts
Arkansas Tech University
12-2021
Associate of Science
Community College of the Air Force
Social presence
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Behavioral profile

DISC profile (public)

S

Steadiness (S)

Steadiness (S) reflects the degree to which a person is likely to focus on cooperation, support and taking everyone along. Those scoring high tend to be consistent and calm.

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