Kevin A. Raustad

3158 S. Kittredge Way • Aurora, CO 80013

720.626.9381• kraustad@centurylink.net

SUMMARY

Experienced OSP/ISP telecommunications engineer with over 25 years of experience with a strong background in OSP design of copper and fiber optics in aerial and underground applications. A self-motivated professional with excellent customer relation skills, capable of working independently or as part of a team. Proficient with Email,  MS Excel, Word, Power Point, Visio, Google Earth, Lode Data, FiberBase, Camtasia Studio and AutoCad.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

FiberOptic.com, Littleton, CO               September 2011–July 2013

FiberBase Applications Engineer / Trainer

·         FiberOptic.com has recently bought the FiberBase software asset from Corridor Technologies. FiberOptic has resources for hardware sales, service work and excellent training formats. Training options run the gamut from simple outside plant fiber optic basics to the most complex engineering solutions regarding fiber optic characteristics. My role with the company covered software implementation, delivery, training and support for FiberBase our network asset management system.

             

Corridor Technologies, Littleton, CO                                                                      October 2009–September 2011

FiberBase Applications Engineer / Trainer

·         FiberBase is a powerful, end-to-end network asset management system that has been documenting fiber and copper networks for a variety of industries for over 10 years, it uses a strong GIS based mapping system that can be hierarchically searched from region on the map to signals on a fiber.

·         Updated client’s FiberBase network documentation using resources such as engineering AutoCAD maps to field walkout and notes.

·         Provided on-site and remote customer training and support.

 

Home Health Care, Denver, CO              April 2009–October 2009

Certified Nurse Assistant

·         Provide stability, comfort and support for a private residence.

·         Assisted with activities of daily living, meal preparations, vital signs, light housework, errands and transportation.

 

Qwest Communications, Littleton, CO              August 2006–October 2008

Sr. Engineer

·         Manage all fiber accountability for the Central Region.

·         Read and interpret technical construction documents (CAD).

·         Coordinate planning for new builds and integration of other providers into the Qwest’s Network.

·         Design splicing jobs for construction teams.

·         Maintain the records database for all fiber in the Central Region.

·         Update and maintain Qwest construction documents with AutoCAD.

·         Modify Qwest database records within their Corridor Technologies Fiberbase management system.

 

Rocky Mountain West Telecom, Littleton, CO              April 2005–August 2006

FiberBase Technician (contract position for Qwest Communications)

·         Managed, maintained and modified Qwest database records within their Corridor Technologies FiberBase management system

·         Aid in the quality assurance of marking needed corrections on CAD prints

·         Quality Assure the database is accurate utilizing Qwest network audit forms from system personnel

 

Coaxial Analysts, Aurora, CO               2001–April 2005

CATV Designer

·         Design and drafted multiple upgrade and new build projects for multiple Cable Television systems using Lode Data and AutoCAD applications. Interacted with client personnel and maintained shipping schedules on a weekly basis

 

 

 

 

 

Kevin A. Raustad

3158 S. Kittredge Way • Aurora, CO 80013

720.626.9381• kraustad@centurylink.net

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY (continued)

 

Engineered Communications, Englewood, Colorado                                                        1997 - 2001

Engineering Manager

·         Managed overall operations in the design and drafting departments overseeing the production of 16 employees.

·         Conducted hiring, promotions, annual performance reviews, salary adjustments and terminations.

·         Prepared monthly production and quarterly budget reports.

·         Created and maintained design and drafting specifications per customer’s requirements.

·         Designed and drafted multiple rebuild and upgrade projects for various clients throughout the United States.

·         Drafted and submitted construction city permit drawings for city right of way easement work.

 

Tele-Communications Inc, Denver, CO              1982–1997

Engineer Design Supervisor

·         Developed and managed a new design department for the Engineering operations of TCI’s Colorado division.

·         Created and organized electronic maps, verified updated as-builts and scheduling charts.

·         Maintained Denver Metro’s Fiber Backbone system and maintained monthly progress reports.

·         Located and verified underground coaxial cables, conduits and vault / pedestal locations for underground construction projects.

·         Field engineered, design and drafted system rebuilds and new builds.

·         Integrated with city and county assessor offices, local utility companies and field personnel from initial planning to completion of new developments and subdivision.

·         Created Bill of Materials.

 

 

 

 

 

EDUCATION HISTORY

Sieble School of Drafting  -  Denver, 1982             
Electrical/Mechanical Drafting AD                      
 

Community College of Denver                -  Denver, 1995
AutoCad Basics                                                                      
 

Emily Griffith  -  Denver 2009                                         
Home Health Aid/CNA Certificate