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3/13 –
4/15
Samsung SDSA
Pittsburgh, PA
Field
Operations Engineer
Supervision and
training of integrations teams for the Samsung Network Vision project on
the Sprint Network 3G/4G and 2.5Mhz bandwidths. Coordination with
construction engineers, civil planners, and construction managers to
develop customized per site processes. Arrange access to all sites
with property owner/managers, including providing appropriate insurance
documentation. Verify all phases of construction for adherence to all
local/federal codes and standards. Develop backhaul conversion
planning for all T1, MW, and fiber optics as well and testing and turn-up
of any new backhaul prior to integration. Planning, scheduling, and
coordinating field teams, integration/commissioning bridges, and switch
teams for large and small scale integrations of MMBS cabinets including all
Cisco router systems. Opening tickets via Remedy and ensuring adherence to
Sprint/EMS CSM/CMC requirements. Provide remote support and troubleshooting
throughout the migration process. Tracking implementation engineers
loading scripting for router and control cards in MMBS, perform OMT testing
to ensure correct routing and RRH radios are properly configured.
Post migration testing via BSM/LSM for alarm clearing, optimization, and
troubleshooting of new integrations. Responsible for post migration
maintenance though EMS system monitoring for alarms, diminished
performance, and outages. Provide updated network mapping and
configuration; submit change orders and WO tickets. Maintain updated
records of daily planning and operations meetings, maintain current
progress records via project databases and trackers; both for distribution
and upload to client servers. Ensure NOC compliance requirements for
site entry/exit, alarm verification, and COP submission. Perform QA
audits and subsequent augments as directed by Engineering.
10/12 –
2/13
Ericsson FSO
Queens, NY
HS1
Integrator
Contracted to
T-Mobile for their Modernization in the Northeast markets. Perform
system shutdowns, install upgraded power systems, install additional
technologies either into 2000/3000 series cabinets or replacing entire
cabinet with new 6000 series to increase capacity and multiple
technology. Removal of existing cabinets if needed, working with GC
to rework any existing AC power, arrange for removal of legacy equipment
per customer specification. Working with EMS engineering bridges,
commission and integrate GSM/LTE/PCS/AWS technologies into T-Mobile’s
network. Provide call testing, performance testing, optimization testing,
and troubleshooting services post integration. Logging all data for
submission to T-Mobile via database and server upload. Provide full
COP including new circuit information, PSAP IDs, and completed construction
photos.
5/12 – 6/12
Insight Global
Binghamton, NY
System
Management Technician
Contracted to
Bank of America to install, commission, and test Cisco network equipment,
access servers, and provide call testing, troubleshooting, and support to
resolve any issues. Cisco system for in-building communications with
all phones, routers, switches, servers, and associated power and data
cabling.
10/11 –
11/11
TEKSystems
Liverpool, NY
System
Management Technician
Contracted
short-term to T-Mobile to install, commission, and test Cisco Cabinets
brought in to act as redundant access servers for any issues during
scheduled maintenance periods. Basic Cisco cabinet with all routers,
switches, and servers with associated power and data
cabling.
9/09 –
02/11
TEKSystems
Philadelphia, PA
4G/Wimax
Integrator / Lead Drive Tester
Contracted to
Clearwire to install, commission, and test Samsung 4G equipment.
Installing indoor/outdoor cabinets and associated equipment, prepare
pre-commissioning documentation; establish Dragonwave IDU connectivity,
load & upgrade firmware as well as programming site specific IPs to
each unit. Perform drive testing for ATP documentation.
Interaction with network commissioning and Samsung to bring sites on
air. Proficient in mounting and cabling of network components, all
firmware/software loading, troubleshooting of WiMax base stations,
Dragonwave IDU, Ascentria 570, Valere power systems, WWP 311, and ac/dc
power. Perform drive test analysis of sites for performance and
optimization with Xcal & Witt diagnostic software.
5/09 –
07/09
AIM Technical Consultants
MN
LMU
Field Test Engineer / Site Survey Engineer
Contracted to
audit, test, and troubleshoot installed True Position LMU units in
Minnesota Market for AT&T. Provide testing results and data for
T1 connectivity, beacon and spectral data, as well as performance
data. Updated logistics information for input into Scout servers to
correct for errors in GPS sync. Working directly with other Scout engineers
from sites to input data to correct anomalies
12/08 -
02/09
Kineticom
UNY
Site
Survey Engineer
Contracted to
survey and present solutions delivery, logistic, and security/access
protocols for the Albany, NY region. Physical surveys of sites and
geographic routing to locations, equipment locations according to GPS
coordinates, site access instructions, photo records of existing equipment
on site, and proposed delivery methods to drop new UMTS cabinets.
11/08 -
12/08
The Stowe Group
UNY
LMU
Field Test Engineer / Site Survey Engineer
Contracted to
survey logistics for input into Scout Servers to correct for GPS Sync
errors. Verify installations and perform performance testing True Position
LMUs, CSUs, and T1 testing for AT&T. Sites were investigated,
after acceptance of proposal, installation, testing, integration, quality
auditing, and post construction documents/photos were supplied to
customers. Provided installation, cable customization,
test/turn-up, and closeout package.
2/08 - 8/08,
9/07-11/07, and 9/96 – 6/97 TEKSystems
Varied U.S. Locations
LMU
Field Test Engineer / Site Survey Engineer
Contracted to
survey and present solutions for installation and integration of True
Position LMUs, CSUs, as well as troubleshooting errors and anomalies.
Comparison of existing logistic data from WLS systems, input new data into
Scout servers from handheld GPS unit. Sites were investigated, after
acceptance of proposal, installation, testing, integration, quality
auditing, and post construction documents/photos were supplied to
customers. Performed drive testing to verify GPS coverage of routes
in Northern and Central NY using mobile handsets and TEMS systems.
Provided installation, cable customization, test/turn-up, and closeout
package.
Contracted to
survey sites purchased by Verizon Wireless. Sites inventoried, photo
recorded, measurements of site area, logistics verified for Scout Server
information leading into removal of existing WLS systems and transition to
True Position LMUs.
1/07 – 7/07TekMark Global Solutions Northeastern US
Wireless
Network Engineer
Provided testing
of current coverage, current locations of wireless access points, wired and
wireless. Engineered solutions for augmenting or replacing existing
network and coverage equipment, including installation, materials, cabling,
power solutions, any needed repairs from prior installation, and post
installation retesting and updated coverage mapping.
7/06 –
11/06
Kineticom / TXR WirelessNY, NJ, PA
LMU
Field Integrator / T1 Tester
T1 testing,
integration, and migration of existing and new build Cingular sites.
Test and turn-up of new T1 lines and programming of SIAD, Carrier access,
and DSX panels. Troubleshooting T1 access to Nokia & Ericsson
cabinets post install. Installation and testing of True Position
LMUs, Kentrox, and WLS systems for E911 tracking.
10/05 – 5/06Tech
Edge Corp.Ft. Wayne, IN
BTS/RBS
Integrator
Lead integrator
on 850 and 1900 Radio, cabinet, and sector adds. Followed
installation crews for the purpose of cutting over from existing AT&T
equipment. Working with NOC technicians, turn down existing cabinets,
test new T1 circuits, move T1 circuits and fabricate new antenna jumpers,
bring new BTS/RBS cabinets on air. Commission, integration, and
troubleshoot on site once cabinets are on air and visible to NOC.
Installation and testing of varied LMU units into new and existing
cabinets. Responsible for completion of documentation and site photo
verification, and quality assurance with Cingular on site personnel.
4/05 – 10/05MYCOM
N.A.Mill Creek, WA
BTS
Integrator
850 and 1900
Radio and sector adds for Cingular/T-Mobile. Complete site removal of
Citytalk radio cabinets and ET power systems for new Purcell power systems
and Nokia BTS Ultrasite cabinets. Equipment loading and
delivery. Meet with and direct crane for removal and installation of
pre-built cabinets on I-beam frames, supervising all GC work, including
install for AC wiring/grounding, removal and install of new antenna
jumpers, pre and post antenna sweeps, finishing with integration of new
system equipment and documentation.
1/05 – 3/05,
7/97 – 3/00 RighTech Telecom Inc.Staten
Island, NY
DC
Power Field Engineer
Contracted to transition
of power system from existing -24V power plants to new TYCO GPS 2424.
Hot transition of existing traffic circuits, alarms, power, grounds, and
monitoring cables. Transition alarms circuits to new GMT
panels. Photo record all site batteries, existing and future
power, and AC panel requirements prior to upgrading. Monitor changes
and record all info for TYCO system post rectifier addition.
Site
Supervisor/Field Service Engineer
Supervision and
training of on-site installation personnel for Fujitsu network
communications. Installation, test, and turn-up of IPRS internet
routing systems. Installation of FT-2000, D4 channel banks, DDM1000s,
Litespan 2000, LGX Liteguide fiber racking, OC12, OC48, FLM
150/600/1200/2400.
Supervision and
training of installation personnel for Alcatel Network Systems.
Provided basic installation training for central office application of
Alcatel 1630/1631/1633/1641 Cross Connect Systems.
9/03 – 12/04S.
Com IncSan Francisco, CA
BTS/RBS
Integrator
Installation,
commissioning, integration, and troubleshooting of Nokia BTS/Ericsson RBS
3000 Series equipment. Indoor and outdoor applications
including battery cabinets. Responsible for cabinet configurations,
as well as radio and sector adds. Installation of cabinets, followed
by configuring cabinet radios, cabling and internal antenna jumpers, as
well as external antenna connector assembly if required. Site testing
consists of standard call processing, hand-off from sector to sector, text
messaging capability, internet connections, 611 Cingular info service, and
911 emergency services. Also responsible for documentation for the
purpose of turning project over for final ATP by
Cingular/Nokia.
02/03 – 09/03BTI
InternationalDallas, TX
BTS/RBS
Integrator
Mounting,
grounding, and power cabling of cabinets. Configuration of BTS
internal components, 850 and 1900. Site testing consists of standard
call processing, hand-off from sector to sector, text messaging capability,
internet connection, 611 Cingular info service, and 911 emergency
services. Also responsible for documentation for the purpose of
turning project over for final ATP by AT&T/Nokia.
11/00 -
12/01
BAE Systems
Johnson City, NY
Environmental
Test Technician
Hired to perform
varied testing procedures on flight control systems and space exploration
components. Ranging from base short and bonding tests throughout a range of
extended environmental duration tests to measure functionality during
normal use under a range of external factors. Components were
subjected to extended run times under extreme heat, cold, vibration, and
submersion and tested after each environmental factor to ensure compliance
to industry standards. Troubleshooting failed units to board level
with schematics and submit to engineering to correct faults and repair
units for retest.
4/00 -
12/00 Independent Venture Communications
Afton, NY
Detail
Engineer
Hired to survey
and assess installation needs for new installations of central office
equipment and co-location cages for the Northern NY region. Physical
surveys and photo records of sites with inventory of all associated
circuits, equipment locations with specific floor measurements for
placement. Cabling lengths with included termination points, as well
as all associated racking, cabling, and construction hardware. All
site info to be gathered and transferred to a simplified installation
documents for use by field personnel. Material list to be submitted
to warehouse for shipping. Continued support of field personnel
throughout entire installation completion, followed by site inspection for
audit.
02/96– 08/96Professional
TeleconceptsNorwich, NY
Central
Office Installer/Tester
Mounting,
grounding, and cabling of varied types of central office and remote site
equipment. Cabinet and rack frames in 7’ and 11’ mounting
applications. Engineering and construction of single and 3 tier
racking for system and power cabling. Engineering and construction of
dedicated fiber raceways. Power cabling terminations, power cutover
including decommission of existing systems and transition of live circuits.
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Basic
Installation Training, Professional Teleconcepts
BNC Certification, ADC Systems Integration
3M Connector Certification, Professional Teleconcepts
Amphenol Connector Certification, Professional Teleconcepts
Fiber Verification Training, Vanguard Cellular Systems
LCC Certification, Alcatel Network Systems
Error Prevention Training, BAE Systems Integration
Cost Analysis and Damage Mitigation Planning, FEMA
Personnel Motivational Training, BAE Systems Integration
Network Technician Training, Cisco Networking Academy
GSM/BTS Installation and Commissioning/Integration Training, BTI
Int.
Civil Construction Audits, General Dynamics
BSM/LSM site monitoring, EMS
Field Management Tracking & Reporting, Samsung
Integration/Implementation Planning, Samsung SDSA
Quality Assurance Inspection and Verification Training, Samsung
OSHA 10 Certification, OSHA
First Aid & CPR Certification, National CPR Training Services
Proficiencies Acquired: MS Office,
Visio, Network Heat Mapping, Network troubleshooting, Read/Interpret
Blueprints/Schematics, Circuit Troubleshooting, T1 Testing and
Verification, Connector/Cable Assembly, Solder Termination, Wire Wrap
Termination, Software Integration, Hardware Assembly and Customization,
Electronic Scanning and Inventory of Cabinet Hardware, Electronic
Troubleshooting, Logistics, Warehouse Inventory, Line Assembly, Packaging,
Logistics, Auditing, Acceptance Verification, Personnel Supervision,
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