MARVIN O. COOPER III.

1829 HUGE OAKS

HOUSTON, TEXAS 77055

Phone 832-207-4065

281-254-4489

 

 

San Jacinto Junior College (North Campus) - Houston, Texas (1987-1988)

Associates of Applied Science - Diesel Mechanics May 1988

Courses in Electrical Systems, Diesel Engines Repair, Compressor Repair, Fuel Injector Repair, Hydraulic Systems, High Pressure Line, Fabrications Materials for Mechanical Structures.

 

Lamar University - Beaumont, Texas (1986-1987)

Courses in Electrical Systems, Diesel Mechanics, Centrifugal and Reciprocating Pump Repair, NC and Refrigeration, Blueprinting and Designing of Internal Combustion Engines, Drafting. Credits transferred and applied towards degree.

 

 

EMPLOYMENT

Field Engineer (8/2013-present )

A&E Engineering-Houston Texas

Responsibile for providing leadership and supervision to field technicians assigned to various telecommunications projects. also responsible for tracking the progress of any assigned project from its inception until completion . Provide leadership in reaching milestones that are set forth on various wireless projects.

 

 

Construction Manager (10/2012-8/2013)

Pinnacle/T-Mobile- Houston,TX.- Responsible for the supervision of general contractors assigned to all phases of build out. Provide supervision and leadership to field construction managers, sub contractors and warehouse personnel. . Also responsible for approving preliminary field sketches of site layout in order to generate B-1 drawings needed for the final construction drawings to be done by the A+E firm. I also work hand in hand with Site Acquisitions, Zoning Department, as well as the RF Engineers for optimum site design. Responsible for issuing all work orders, purchase orders and Notices to Proceed (NTP's). . Responsible for coordinating the installation and expansion of new and existing cell sites in the Houston Market. I work hand in hand with RF Engineers to ensure that the Modernization of T-Mobile’s GSM, LTE and 4 G Network goes as smooth and efficient as possible. Responsible for enforcement of all safety regulations. Also required to prepare project schedules from site design through implementation, along with the assignment of personnel, resources, and equipment. Perform the qualification process of all in-house personnel as well as sub contractors. Well rounded in all facets of wireless site construction, business development and permitting processes. Once site has been installed, duties include performing QCIQA inspections as well as final punch down list before turning site over to customer for implementation. Also responsible for post site surveys to ensure that all of customer's requirements have been met, and to identify any problems that occurred or improvements that can be implemented in the construction and installation process.

 

 

 

Field Engineer (1/2011-2/2012)

Aerotek Telecom -, Houston, TX- Data Collection for implementation of new and expanded cell sites. I was also required to commission and re-configure new and existing cell sites to meet the demands of Houston's rapidly growing Digital Network. Responsible for the supervision of general contractors assigned to perform drive testing of Network.

Construction Manager(9/2006-11/2010)

(FMHC-Cricket Communications) Responsible for the supervision of general contractors assigned to all phases of build out. Once site has been installed, duties include performing QCIQA inspections as well as final punch down list before turning site over to customer for implementation. . Also responsible for approving preliminary field sketches of site layout in order to generate B-1 drawings needed for the final construction drawings to be done by the A+E firm. I also work hand in hand with Site Acquisitions, Zoning Department, as well as the RF Engineers for optimum site design. Responsible for issuing all work orders, purchase orders and Notices to Proceed (NTP's). Provide supervision and leadership to field construction managers, sub contractors and warehouse personnel. I was also responsible for the ordering of power and Telco from the local utilities companies.

 

Field Construction Supervisor (Grand Cayman Islands) (5/2003-3/2006)

Responsible for reconstruction and integration of telecommunications infrastructure consisting of Landlines and wireless systems due to Hurricane damage to the Islands telecommunication systems.

 

Construction/Project Manager (8/2000-3/2003)

Accelera Wireless - Atlanta, GA/Evansville, IN.- Performing Pre-Site surveys for Metricom's Wireless Internet applications. Also responsible for the coordination of ordering building materials needed to build W AP sites as well as scheduling construction of said sites in Atlanta, GA. Responsible for the supervision of general contractors assigned to all phases of build out. Once site has been installed, duties include performing QCIQA inspections as well as final punch down list before turning site over to customer for implementation. Also responsible for post site surveys to ensure that all of customer's requirements have been met, and to identify any problems that occurred or improvements that can be implemented in the construction and installation process. I was responsible for the ordering of power and Telco from the local utilities companies.

 

I successfully managed the construction and implementation of approximately 250 cell cites in the Indiana, Kentucky and Tennessee area for Sprint affiliate, Ubiquitel PCS. Duties are basically the same as above with exception of the ordering of towers, land surveys and NEPA's. The co-locates require the ordering of a structural analysis. We are currently installing Lucent Mod Cell BTS's at our cell sites. Also responsible for approving preliminary field sketches of site layout in order to generate B-1 drawings needed for the final construction drawings to be done by the A+E firm. I also work hand in hand with Site Acquisitions, Zoning Department, as well as the RF Engineers for optimum site design. Responsible for issuing all work orders, purchase orders and Notices to Proceed (NTP's). Provide supervision and leadership to field construction managers, sub contractors and warehouse personnel.

 

Responsible for enforcement of all safety regulations. Also required to prepare project schedules from site design through implementation, along with the assignment of personnel, resources, and equipment. Perform the qualification process of all in-house personnel as well as sub contractors. Well rounded in all facets of wireless site construction, business development and permitting processes.

 

Installation/ Implementation lead (1/2000-8/2000)

Voice Stream Wireless - Houston, TX - Performing extensive expansion of Digital Network in the Houston Market. Duties range from building new cell sites to expanding existing cell sites. Also responsible for drive testing and integration of new cell sites as well as existing cell sites that have been expanded to maximum capacity. Responsible for coordinating the installation and expansion of new and existing cell sites in the Houston Market. Extensive Data Collection for implementation of new and expanded cell sites. I was also required to commission and re-configure new and existing cell sites to meet the demands of Houston's rapidly growing Digital Network.

 

RF Engineer (8/1999-1/2000)

Aerotek Telecom -, Houston, TX. - Data Collection for both ATM. Implementation and 2nd carrier Expansion within Sprint's Digital Network in the Houston Market.

 

Radio Tech (7/1998-6/1999)

Orbital Science, Baltimore, MD - Installing, Maintaining and Troubleshooting on board Smart Trak System for Metro of Houston on Buses and Fleet Support Vehicles. Smart Trak System consist of G.P.S and U.H.F. Antennas, Radios, Modems, VLU (VEHICLES LOGIC UNIT) Control Head, Hand Set and PA Systems. Performing Daily System test to verify proper functioning. Programming Modem's and Installing Software required for Inspections to ensure good working condition of communications equipment. Maintaining Repair Logs and Statistics on Every Metro Vehicles equipped with Smart Trak System. Coordinating Installation, Repair and Warranty Schedules for Each Vehicle Unit.

 

Field Tech Engineer (1/1997-5/1998)

Butler Telecomm International, St. Louis, MO. - Performing Pre-Cell Site Survey's. Determining pending Cell- Site location in adequacy for Cell-Site Installation. Performing Post Cell-Site Survey's to determine Cell-Site properly being installed, according to customer specifications. Also complete installation and maintenance of Nokia 2nd Gen, 3" Gen , and Prime Site B.T.S.'s. performing extensive retrofitting, TRX Expansion and upgrading of Cellular Sites throughout the U.S. Performing commissioning ofeell-Sites as well as sweeping and drive testing the network. Moderate switch building experience and knowledge. Coordinating Delivery of Equipment to BTS Sites. Worked with RF Engineering groups to correct specific site issues. Tested sites for integration into MTA Network. Primary objective was to meet the needs of Aerial Communications and their customers.

 

Field Engineer (11/1995-1/1997)

The Wilkins Group, INC. Houston, TX. - Performing installs and swaps of Nokia 2"' and 3", gen. B.B.Us and B.T.S's wireless communications systems for Aerial communications. Performing regular maintenance as well as upgrading and retro-fitting various Cell-Sites. Properly installing and completing cabling of each system in addition to maintaining complete statistical records.

 

Producer/Promotions Specialist (8/1995-6/1997)

World Wide Entertainment, Houston, TX. - Production of Compact Disc, Records, and Tapes. Artist development, support

in marketing, advertisement and promotions for new Artists.

 

Franchise Owner (1/1993-10/1995)

JANI-KING OF HOUSTON, Houston, TX.- Business consisted of providing quality janitorial services to numerous

commercial accounts.

 

Correction Officer (1/1991-9/1992)

Corrections Corporation of America, Houston, TX. - Monitoring and maintaining control of 400 state and federal inmates.

Specifically trained for handling physically aggressive inmates, riot situations and escapes attempts.

 

Security Officer (9/1990-1/1991)

Trinity Security Corporation, Houston, TX.- Patrolling and protecting properties of assigned post.

 

UNITED STATES COAST GUARD

Aviation SurvivaIman (Search and Rescue Swimmer)

Trained to rescue and perform extensive first aid to victims of boating accidents. Member of U.S.C.O. Law Enforcement Detachment Unit responsible for patrolling waters, conducting boarding of vessels to insure/enforce Federal Safety and Transportation Regulations.

Physical Fitness Instructor

Responsible for training new recruits and instructing basic First Aid and CPR as well as swimming and Aquatic Life-saving Techniques.

Landscaping Supervisor

Supervising six man work force and maintaining entire base and government housing area.

Machinery Technician

Operation of Keeler Water Tube Boilers. performed all internal/external boiler repair. Maintaining and repairing reciprocating and centrifugal pumps. Serviced and maintained NC and Refrigeration Systems. Performed maintenance on compressors, control panels and heat exchangers.

HONORABLE DISCHARGE - JULY 1990

 

SKILLS

 

Diesel and Automotive Mechanics - Specializing in GIM Detroit, Caterpillar and Cummings as well as Foreign and Domestic Automotive repair. Extensive Pump and Compressor background for Plant applications. General Maintenance for Mechanical Operations.

 

References furnished upon request