CHRIS SNYDER

833 Springcrest Blvd.

Jackson,MI 49203

BACKGROUNDSUMMARY

A hands-on, analytical professional with over 20 years experience in proven leadership, management,

field operations, and installations in telecommunications industry. Major strengths in project management,

operations, engineering, and construction in high tempo environment. Additional skills in training,

coaching, mentoring, negotiat ing, process improvements, account management, oral and written

communications, and problem solving. A results-oriented, dynamic leader whohas a track record of

prioritizing diverse projects, managing diverse teams, and communicating effectively with all levels of

management.

CAREER HISTORY

C.S.I. - Cell Site Integr ation Service

2006 –Pr esent

Owner :

Specialized in all aspects of wireless field operations. Including but not limited to equipment

installation, Troubleshooting and repair, preventative maintenance and system upgrades.

· Project management and coordination.

· 120v/240v. Rough in wiring and installation of devices.

· General framing and construction

· Network cabling, termination and testing.

· +24v/-48v Power cabling installation and termination

· Experienced in DSXcross connects, wire wrapping and punch downs

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· Experienced in all aspects of external civil work.

CENTENNIAL WIRELESS…Jackson, MI

Field Oper ations Manager:

Responsible for the day to day operation, maintenance, and testing

of 260Wireless towers in Southern MichiganMarket.

· Monitoring of traffic patterns to plan for system growth and expansion.

· Managed and participated in 3 systemchange outs (amps, tdma, and gsm).

· Managed a staff of 7 Field techs.

· Worked with contractors during new site construction and equipment

changes.

· Responsible for quality control, testing, preventative maintenance inventory control, purchasing

and management of all projects in Southern Michigan

· Monitored site statistics daily to ensure optimal system performance.

· Experienced in T1 and DS3 testing, Antenna Sweeps (return loss and distance to fault), Cell site

commissioning, Spread Spectrum and licensed microwaves, +24v and -48v Power and Battery

systems.

· Strong Computer background, experienced with Excel, Word, Power Point, Windows 7, vista,

and XP

Manufactur er Certificates Earned:

Residence: 517-740-4176

Cell: 517-740-4176

E-mail: Snidely368@comcast.net

Installation of cell site grounding, including ground rods and CADWelds.

Installation and trouble shooting of RFCabling

1993 - 2006

· Ericsson Amp and GSM Installation and service

· Nortel TDMA and CDMAInstallation and service

· Nokia GSM Installat ion and service

· Andrews and Comscope RF Lines

· Wiltron Antenna sweeps

· Anritsu T1 and DS3 Networ k Test Gear

· Argus, C&D,Liberty Power Systems

· GNBBattery Installat ion and service

FOREST SECURITYSYSTEMS…River Grove, IL

1989 - 1993

Sales and Ser vice Manager

Leader in commercial and residential alarm sales as well as being the number one Cellular One sales and

service team in the Chicago Market.

· Oversight of sales and installation of Wireless Phones.

· Experienced installer of Car alarms, GPS Tracking equipment and 2 way radio systems.

· Responsible for purchasing and inventory management.

· Responsible for advertising and promotions.

· Experienced installer of residential and commercial security systems.