Gary Ramsey

Gary Ramsey has a diverse work experience spanning several industries. Gary began their career as an automotive locksmith at Novel Lock & Key, providing commercial and automotive locksmith services. Gary then worked at Modern Sound & Communication, Inc. as a Technical Service Representative, installing sound racks and paging systems for various establishments. At Wide One Corp., they were an electronic controls professional, responsible for wiring and installing safety switches and relays in Chrysler vehicles. Gary also worked at InterAmerica Stage, Inc. as a Project Professional, installing and repairing rigging systems for theme parks and cruise ships. In 1998, they joined Coast Safe & Lock Co. Inc. as an Asset Protection Specialist, managing the electronic access control division and providing security solutions. From 2009 to 2015, Gary worked at Bank Tec South as an Asset Protection expert, performing security analysis and maintaining ATM and cash management equipment. In 2015, they joined Packaging Corporation of America as a Journeyman Maintenance Mechanic, focusing on reliability and preventative maintenance of industrial equipment. Most recently, Gary became the President of United Steelworkers (USW) local 1226 in 2021, leading and representing the organization in contract negotiations and labor-related matters.

Gary Ramsey has a diverse education history with various certifications and degrees. In 1994, they obtained an Associate's degree in alarm systems, cable, and telephone from I.T.T. Career Center. From 1998 to 2008, they pursued an Associate's degree from A.L.O.A. & Alabama Electronic Security Board, specializing in electronic access, CCTV, locksmith, safes, doors, cash management, and banking equipment. In 2015, they attended PCA and earned their Associate's degree in Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology. Additionally, they obtained an Associate's degree in Ethics from the Louisiana Board of Ethics, though the start and end years are unknown.

In terms of certifications, Gary holds several additional qualifications. In 2016 and 2018, they completed emergency first responder training with a focus on hazardous materials awareness and operations respectively, at Louisiana State University. Gary also obtained certifications such as CPR from the American Heart Association in October 2018, E.M.T. from the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians in February 2017, Hazmat Awareness and Operations from Louisiana State University in January and October 2017 respectively, Emergency Medical Responder from Central Louisiana EMS Association in May 2014, Ethics Training for Public Servants from the Louisiana Board of Ethics in May 2013, and Incident Command System from FEMA in January 2012.

Moreover, Gary possesses certifications from Associated Locksmiths of America, Videx Electronics S.p.A., Kaba, Coast Safe & Lock Inc., and the Associated General Contractors of TN, Middle Tn Branch. These certifications include Basic Electricity & Electronics, Installing & Servicing Access Control, Videx CyberLock 2.0, Complete Door & Door Closers, Exit Devices, Simplex Locks, Simplex application, Safe Deposit Lock Servicing, Electronic Safe Service & Repair, and OSHA Construction Safety.