QUALIFICATIONS

·   Expert in complete installation of MMBS/BBU cabinets for Sprint to include; RRH Hybrid cables, all fiber associated with site, CDMA/LTE/LTE 2.5 shelves, batteries, gas tubing, labeling, cabling associated with cabinets

·   Experienced in Fiber Optics for SONET, Fiber To The Premises (FTTP)

·   Worked on OC-192 and smaller links. Worked on Lucent OLT, ONT, Big Band, BPON, GPON, Alcatel OLTs, Cienna 1600 & 2500, Harmonic EDFAs, Flashwave 4500. Test and turn-up of OLT, Scientific Atlanta, Big Band, Harmonics EDFAs

·   Analyze drive test data and antenna sweeps using associated programs

·   Trained on the CDMA2000 and 1x equipment

·   Drive testing using Agilent equipment

·   Level one experience with DMS-250 switch programming

·   Hands on testing and troubleshooting of DS1 and installation of alarms for AT&T cellular sites

·   Excellent organizational skills

·   Hands on knowledge of the processes for installing DMS-100 equipment from ironwork to fiber optic

·   Hands on knowledge of the installation of FLM-150/600/2400, FDS-1, 303, and Netspeed bays for use in Central Office activities

·   Experience with Microwave radio systems

·   Familiar with the use of various types of test equipment to include Fireberd series, Oscilloscopes, multimeters, and other analog test equipment

·   Experience with modems, multiplexers and bandwidth managers to include Integrated Digital Network Exchange (IDNX), Newbridge and Codex

·   Familiar with the use of government and commercial encryption devices

·   Experienced with QWEST installation protocols

·   Learn exceptionally well and very quickly, take pride in my workmanship and will do the best job possible

·   Willing to relocate for a challenging and rewarding position.

Computer Programs

·               MS Office, WordPerfect, MultiMate, Windows 2000, Actix, Agilent, Tera Term

Test equipment

Fiber test (OTDR), Fireberd series, Protocol analyzers, Spectrum analyzers, Oscilloscopes, Multimeters, and other analog/digital test equipment

WORK HISTORY

IMP Engineer                                      

Samsung                                                                                                        6/2013 – 7/2014

·   Expert in complete installation of MMBS/BBU cabinets for GD/Samsung/Sprint to include; RRH Hybrid cables, all fiber associated with site, CDMA/LTE/LTE 2.5 shelves, batteries, gas tubing, labeling, power leads for BBUs and cabling associated with cabinets

Sr. Field Technician

Kineticom                                                                                                       11/2012 – 6/2013

·   Expert in complete installation of MMBS/BBU cabinets for GD/Samsung/Sprint to include; RRH Hybrid cables, all fiber associated with site, CDMA/LTE/LTE shelves, batteries, gas tubing, labeling, power leads for BBUs, cabling associated with cabinets

Communications Technician
CenturyLink                                                                                                   9/2010 – 5/2012

·   Worked with AFC systems, ADTRAN mux/systems, CALIX, DMS-10, Fujitsu

·   Helped install/repair/diagram T-1/3s, POTS, HSI circuits

·   Align M/W radios for proper frequency and power levels

·   Assist Outside Plant personnel with projects

·   Installed new equipment, removed old/obsolete equipment

·   Preventive maintenance, Installed fiber circuits

·   Receive/send repair tickets for equipment/cards, POTS/HSI installs in Central Office
 

Installer/Field Service Technician                                                        

TEK Systems                                                                                                 4/2010 - 5/2010

·   Installed BBLs, Bonded DSL, and DS1 equipment for businesses

·   Wire wrapped ATI, and Hatteras blocks

·   Repair DS1s at business locations

Central Office Tech

Verizon Wireline                                                                                            6/2006 – 9/2009

·   Experienced in Fiber Optics for SONET, Fiber To The Premises (FTTP)

·   Worked on OC-192 and smaller links

·   Installed OLT, ONT, Big Band, Harmonic EDFAs for FTTP/FIOS. Test and turn-up of OLT, Scientific Atlanta, Big Band, Harmonics EDFAs

·   Guarantee the integrity of the inside equipment and provides sophisticated testing procedures for identifying faults in both the inside and outside equipment

·   Troubleshoot circuits and Central Office equipment using a variety of simple and complex electronic test equipment (including software trouble shooting and debugging procedures); perform preventive maintenance test procedures; interpret diagnostic data or indicators related to the Network elements (e.g., circuits and/or switches) and locate troubles in all Network elements (e.g., circuits and/or switches)

·   Install, maintain, and repair complex electronic switching equipment, such as: switching circuits and other essential equipment e.g., inspects, cleans, adjusts, and replaces equipment

·   Wire connections on electronic frames, distributing frames and terminals following work orders and specifications

·   Interact with customers and intra-company departments to get information about troubles or orders

·   Move and/or lift weight 60 pounds or more

Field Technician II

Cricket Communications                                                                              7/2001 – 3/2006

·   Analyze drive test data and antenna sweeps using Agilent and Actix

·   Trained on the CDMA2000 and 1x equipment

·   Drive testing using Agilent equipment, Maintain Ericsson equipment, site records on 23 site locations, Repair sites as needed, perform Preventive Maintenance when required, Level one experience with CMS 11 Ericsson switch. Tested Qwest T-1 circuits

·   Experienced on RBS1127 equipment

Installer/Switch Tech/Lead

Alamon Telco                                                                                                 5/1998 - 7/2001

·   Level one experience with Nortel DMS-250 switch programming and database management

·   Supervised 10 2-person teams for installation of alarms into cell sites

·   Tested and troubleshot DS1 for AT&T cellular sites

·   Installed customer alarms for AT&T Wireless Service cellular sites

·   Installed FDS-1, 303, Netspeed telecommunications bays by reading engineering diagrams, using/creating MOPs, checking inventories of incoming parts and supplies

·   Worked with U.S. West and Northern Telecom (NorTel) personnel to correct engineering problems

·   Installed DMS-100/200 (NorTel) equipment from start to finish including: ironwork, placement of bays, running cables for power, ABS and DSX, installed and wired DSX panels, fiber optic cables, tested DTEs, installed lighting

M/W Systems Maintainer/Sergeant

U.S. Army                                                                                                       12/1986 - 6/1998

·   Performed fault isolation of DS0’s through DS3’s traversing governmental and commercial lines (fiber optics, microwave, satellite) and troubleshot secure communications systems/circuits for various governmental agencies

·   Served as liaison for Local Area Coordinator at meetings between civilian and government agencies concerning installations of new T-1 fiber optic trunks into the Pentagon

·   Conducted technical and administrative troubleshooting and operations training for personnel on numerous systems/circuits

·   Performed fault isolation on military equipment; managed all aspects of Quality Assurance; conducted classroom and on-site training for over 100 maintenance personnel; operated and maintained facility restoral plans. Performed fault isolation on military recording and viewing equipment; researched and ordered appropriate parts and equipment for on-site repair personnel; operated and maintained sound systems post-wide including monthly awards and retirement ceremonies, and post "Bugle" systems

·   Worked with NBC technicians for set-up of equipment for the 1988 Olympic Summer Games in Seoul, Korea

·   Managed, coordinated and implemented systems/circuit installations/upgrades, and assembled new database of over 180 customers of Electronic Services Branch (SAM-OPN-CM) for the purposes of billing

·   Maintained in excess of $120 million worth of communications equipment, and provided on site/on call 24-hour maintenance/support relay sites and AM, FM, and TV transmitter sites

·   Supervised over 300 technicians and military personnel. Set-up and coordinated training on a daily basis for Headquarters and Headquarters Company (HHC) staff personnel; maintained all aspects of training records; conducted weekly/monthly classroom and on-site training for over 120 HHC personnel; held Security clearance: TS/SCI (expired 13 Mar 03)

EDUCATION

·               Frenchtown High School, Frenchtown, MT

·               Montana State University, Bozeman, MT

·               University of Montana, Missoula, MT

·               Eastern Montana College, Billings, MT

·               University of Maryland, Pusan, Korea