
Foreman/CM/Market Specific PM
Install all systems of PCS communication. Test for VSWR, Load and DTF. Extensive site
audits and structural analysis documentation. Installed new LTE systems and RRUs for
Goodman Networks/ AT&T. Responsible for site audits, closeout documentation and
crew time. Also did CM duties pertaining to site scheduling, material acquisition and
releasing of sites, to sub‐contractors. Also updated site trackers pertaining to completed
sites and close out documents from sub‐contractors. Handled multiple simultaneous
development projects against strict deadlines. Continuously applied quality improvement
methodologies to improve work process. Documented all aspects of client networks in
preparation for implementing communication systems and associated applications.
Provide support for end users. Created network diagrams for new and existing networks.
Verified work order information and receipt of all necessary equipment.
Installed, maintained and supported cell network applications and systems.
Eastex Tower‐ October 2008 to March 2009
Microwave Technician
Contracted out to install microwave systems in a tri‐state area of Louisiana, Texas and
New Mexico. Job consisted of assembling MW HP dishes, installing said MW dishes,
main and diversity and run elliptical cable to dishes. When finished, path align dishes to
ensure a 55mghz for police band signal. Troubleshoot system failure when necessary.
American Tower Corp ‐ May 2007 to October 2008
SRS Tower Svcs. Lead
Maintained and installed lighting systems for company. Extensive use of Excel and Word
on computer. Plotted courses to determine system failure and when maintenance
would be needed. Worked closely with site supervisors to get jobs done efficiently and
quickly. Did crew time and was responsible for weekly logs of sites finished, NTPs and
site scheduling.
Radian Communications ‐ September 2006 to May 2007
Foreman
Sweep tested lines for insertion loss and finalize closeout documents for final billing.
Individual customer contact for engineering and redline drawings for as‐builts and new
construction.
I supervised a 4 man crew and worked with techs for configuration of LMU, CPU and
radios. I was responsible for keeping up with my crews time and turning it in at the end
of each week. Closeout documentation also turned in upon site completion.
Site audits for Cingular and Sprint.
Bechtel Communications ‐ June 2006 to September 2006
Tower Lead & Assistant Foreman, Field ops.
Installed waveguide, elliptical, commscope and LDF cable runs. Antenna change outs
and cutover, sweep testing for VSWR and UMTS Integration.
Built jumpers and connectors for cable.
Installed TMAs and grounding for shelter or radio cabinets.
Plot sweeps and set R.E.T.S. down tilts.
Handled preparation of closeout documents and photo logs for Cingular Wireless.
Did bid walks and site audits also, including punchlists for sites.
Radian Communications ‐ February 2006 to June 2006
Tower Lead
Antenna installations for change outs and/or cutovers, sweep tested lines.
Built and installed broadcast antennas.
Path align microwave transmitters and dishes.
Set R.E.T.S. down tilts on antennas.
Assisted with closeout documents for CH2M/Hill Associates.
Helped with all applicable duties to build a site for turn key operations.
Handled the verification and submittal of closeout documentation.
Tower beef‐up and numerous site audits.
Texas Electric ‐ May 2004 to February 2006
Lineman
Built and re‐conducted power lines and grid systems for TXU and CoServ Utility Services.
Installed utility poles for power access in subdivisions and installed breaker panels and
temporary meter boxes in transformers and switchgears.
Chapman Construction ‐ April 2003 to May 2004
Lead Tower Hand
Stacked monopoles inside of transmission line towers and install lines and antennas.
Operated the boom truck and winch truck.
Handled all applicable grounds and weather proofing for lines and antennas. Tested
lines for VSWR problems.
Change outs and cut‐overs for Sprint, Nextel and Verizon.
AmChel Communications ‐ June 2002 to April 2003
Tower Hand
Installed lines and antennas, built and stacked guyed and self support towers and tested
lines for VSWR and insertion loss.
Handled late night hot cutovers in minimal time and changed out sidelights and beacon
lights on broadcast towers.
Installed extra tower support and did site audits for T‐mobile and Cingular.
Did closeout documentation of completed sites and uploaded to server.
M.T.S.I. ‐ May 2001 to June 2002
Tower Hand
Built and stacked monopoles, self support and guyed towers and handled the change
outs of guy wires on towers.
Installed lines and antennas on towers for PCS systems.
Last Resume Update | September 10, 2015 |
Address | Joshua |
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Phone Number | ![]() |
Resume File | KEN-PRESTON-PDF.pdf 90.45 kB |
Spanish Speaking? | No |
Willing to Relocate? | Yes |
Years Experience | Since 2001 |