Wireless Technician

Accomplished researcher and administrator who is accustomed to working in a fast
paced environment with the ability to deliberate swiftly and successfully resolve issues.
EDUCATION
Platt College, Ontario, CA (AS in Information Technology)
Graduated: 2004
Mt. Sac, Walnut, CA (AS in Fire Science)
Graduated:1997
EXPERIENCE

Catalyst Services USA [Ops Field Manager] Mar 2013 – Present
Provide full service wireless services and solutions
Prepare complex deadline driven reports for executive management and key customers
Lead cross-functional teams and projects
Validate Scope of Work (SoW)
Track and manage remediation of punchlist items
Define the project’s objectives and managed quality control throughout life cycle
Maintain telecom infrastructure and prepared periodic operations reports
Determine the frequency and content of status reports from the project team, analyzed
results, and troubleshooting problem areas
Customer Service-Provide continuous support, consulting, and training
Collaborated with technical experts in order to enhanced vendor quality metric tracking
Analysis-Reference, examine, and maintain data using a variation of software programs
Planning-Design and implementing innovative strategies for maximizing site acceptance
Developed full-scale project plans and associated communications documents.
Performing audits: safety; defect and quality
Trouble shooting Alarms / RSSI issues at sites using supplied sweep gear
Perform electrical down tilts and mechanical down tilts to a variety of antennas using
supplied antenna controller units
VCI Construction, Upland, CA [ Construction Manager] Dec 2011-Mar 2013
Ensure all safety measures are recognized
Pim and sweep all sites and complete close out packages
Direct, coordinate and execute a wide variety of projects
Responsible for managing materials, logistics and vendors as the primary point of contact
Perform network analyses to ensure cost savings and network optimization
Nework Intergation
Provided support for telecom issues originating and escalated from the help desk
Tower work
Work as a liaison between customer teams, market teams, vendors and all internal organizations on any technical questions about projects
Complete job walks to ensure all aspects of build are recognized
Metro RF, Ontario, CA [Tower Foreman] Jan 2011-Dec 2011
Execute all aspects of the project to meet the customer’s needs
Interfaced with client on worktable accomplished and in progress
Submitted plans and spec to subcontractors for quotations
Monitored sub-contractors progress and coordinate work to be done
Developed performance reports & mangage merchandise inventory & movement
Prepared change orders
Participated in planning and scheduling of construction activities
Monitored performance of crews
Provide detailed tracking & reporting daily outcome to clients and supervisors.
Managed materials and logistics for jobs
Performed Quality Assurance Audits (Punch List) on jobs and ensure proper close-out
Coordinated the ordering of special equipment as required by site conditions
Performing audits: safety; defect and quality
Troubleshoot and clear alarms
Troubleshoot and clear Ret issues
Complete close out packages
BCI Communications, Chino CA [ Tower Foreman] Mar 2008-Dec 2010
Provided exceptional Customer Service and identified the key behaviors, desires, and concerns
of the customer to ensure that all stakeholder needs are met
Managed six two man crews doing line of site surveys
Ensure safety compliance on the worksite by following all OSHA standards and practices
Monitored sub-contractors progress and coordinate work to be done
Developed performance reports & mangage merchandise inventory & movement
Prepared change orders
Participated in planning and scheduling of construction activities
Monitored performance of crews. Provide detailed tracking & reporting daily outcome to clients and supervisors
Managed materials and logistics for jobs
Performed Quality Assurance Audits (Punch List) on jobs and ensure proper close-out
Bechtel/Becon, Ontario, CA [Lead Wireless Tech] May 2004-Mar 2008
Provide exemplary customer service to meet and exceed the company’s goals
Installed cabinets, A/C and D/C power, T1's, coax, and grounded cabinet
Install and troubleshooting RF lines for 1900 and 850 UMTS
Configured and networked MCU's
Planned, executed, and finalized multiple projects according to deadlines and within budget
Planned and scheduled project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools.
Intallation of antennas, coax, TMA's, cabinets, A/C and D/C power
Ensure safety compliance on the worksite by following all OSHA standards and practices
Developed full-scale project plans and associated communications documents
STC Netcom, Fontana, CA [Climber] Mar 2003-May 2004
Provide exceptional customer service and identify the key behaviors, desires, and concerns
of the customer to ensure that all customer service needs are met
Defined plans, problems, and resolutions and provided detailed reports to applicable management
Intallation of antennas, coax, TMA's, cabinets, A/C and D/C power
Tracked the progress of operations such as the arrival and utilization of materials, supplies, tools, machinery, equipment, and vehicles
Climbing communications structures, to include: guyed; self-supporting; monopoles; building/rooftops
Outsource Telecom, Orange County, CA [ Tech] Mar 2002-Mar 2003
Provide full service wireless services and solutions
Installation and configuration of servers, routers desktop computers
Ran and terminated T1's
Troubleshooting
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Valuable telecommunications experience
Bechtel and BV safety ethics
Proficient RF tester using an Anritsu or Pim tester
Indepth knowledge and installation of Ret systems including networking of MCU's
Negotiation & Presentation skills
Advanced training in cabinet installation
Cutting-edge knowledge of UMTS, LTE Installation
Well-developed time management skills – multi-tasking and able to prioritize assignments and duties
Adaptable and eager
High sense of urgency with all assignments
Outstanding project management skills
Excellent leadership abilities
Process oriented
Attention to detail
Ambitious
Ethics driven
CERTIFICATIONS
Osha Certification
Universal First Aid Certification
Black & Veatch Safety Certified
CPR & AED Certification
Bloodborne Pathogens & Opim
Emergency Oxygen Administration
COMPUTER SKILLS
Advanced Microsoft office skills
Norad
Swifttrac
Catalyst IQ-CiQ
Sieterra
CTS (Central Ticketing System)

Last Resume Update October 15, 2015
Address Alpharetta
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Spanish Speaking? No
Willing to Relocate? Yes
Years Experience 13 yrs

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