Wireless Field Integrator

• Site Integration with all technologies, DUG(GSM), PCS(3G), AWS(3G), LTE(4G)
• Reception equipment, verification of all materials if are based on the type of solution, and specifications of MOP.
• Installation and termination of all associated cabling connections required for the
  install and commissioning including, T1s, jumpers, and Emily cables.
• Realization and check of SWEEP TEST hard lines, and checks the T1 and all new Dux’s transmission, and LMU
• Experienced on the configuration and fault management for wide variety of platforms in the network including but not limited to BSC (Base Station Controller), BTS (Base Transceiver Station), RNC (Radio Network Controller), Node B, eNode B, wireless location services equipment, digital cross connects, and an assortment of adjunct and peripheral systems, and transport.
• Testing/ Troubleshooting network issues and connectivity for 1900 and 800 Fibers for LTE and CDMA technology, Call Testing site Sectors for Ping, Upload and Down Load speed
• Call testing GSM phase 1 and 2, U1900, hand over, and (E911) MTLR test for both technologies.
• Communicating with RITC, GNOC and Tower Crew to resolve any problems dealing with Fiber Optics, RSSI, RETS, Coax Cables, Radios or Antennas. Inventoried equipment and supply.
• Supporting the Modernization - Coverage Expansion, LTE, and UMTS. Utilize the AMOS CLI, and various Ericsson OSS applications for 3G/UMTS, LTE, and 2G/GSM.
• Collect all information from site to do close out package.

RIGHTECH                                                                                     January 2013- October 2013

Infrastructure Technician

• Project Leader – oversee 5+ technicians on a daily basis.
• Communication Room Design, Rack and Equipment Installation, Cable Termination and Certified Testing.
• Racking and Stacking of Cisco Core Routers, WMS, POS, Power Management, Servers and Security.
• Installation of ladder rack, floor and wall mount racks, inner-duct, suspended hangers, firewall penetrations.
• Grounding and bonding of communication racks, ladder tray systems and network equipment.
• Installation, termination and testing of Cat6 cabling, fiber optics and riser cabling for the extension of dmarc and MDF to IDF riser.
• Knowledge of color codes for all copper and fiber optic cabling in accordance with TIA/EIA standards.
• Cross-connecting, labeling, patching of network cables and quality assurance for final project scope.

VERIZON                                                                                           June 2000- November 2012

Systems Technician

• Perform installation, commissioning, troubleshooting and handling optical transmission Systems
• Proficient using the following test equipment: OTDR, Fiber Optic Transmission Measuring Set, Visual Light Laser, Bit Error Rate Test Sets, and Ethernet Test Sets such as the Transport Module for the T-BERD 8000 Platform.
• Extensive experience in using TL-1 for turning up, provisioning terminal, linear, and ring modes, entering digital cross-connects, trouble-shooting, simulating alarm condition for DS-1, DS-3, STS-1 OC-3,OC-12, OC-48, OC-192, DWDM.
• Provided installation and maintenance of switching and transmission equipment
• Test Fiber Optic Cables and Jumpers for continuity, loss, return loss, reflections and any other imperfections.
• Test and Turnup all types of multiplexers to include: Nortel, Alcatel-Lucent, DSC, Adtran, Emerson, Tellabs, Siemens, Fijitsu, Cisco and PulseCom
• Maintain and Troubleshoot alarms on Alcatel -Lucent 5ESS Flexent switch in the AM,CM and SM for the CDMA network.

Field Manager

• Supervised installations turn ups, commissions, provisioning of new fiber optic systems.
• Coordinated field technicians and multiple vendors for issue resolution.
• Maintain customer files and office records of all local service activities.
• Evaluated Technicians skills and abilities on a daily basis.
• Ensure adherence to company policies, procedures, and objectives.

Utilized Verizon’s Network Management software, analyzed data and troubleshoot service affecting issues

Facility Technician

• Performed upgrades and configured systems with architectures and engineers.
• Maintained batteries, rectifiers and fuse alarms in central office power plants and remote locations.
• Installed, tested and integrated wireless equipment at BTS cell sites, including antennas and power supplies.
• Coordinates customer contact, access to customer premises, and customer test and acceptance
• Handled troubleshooting issues related to aerial, buried and underground plant.
• Removed and replaced cables on wire distributing frames.
• Accurately maintains van and installation or service parts inventory. Keeps workplace clean and organized. Submits all reports in a timely fashion
• Interpreted service orders and engineering work plans.

Education/CERTIFICATION & Training

Norfolk State University:        A.S. Business Management

Verizon Training:                  Computer Repair & Maintenance/ Data systems (IP, LAN/WAN, Optical and Ethernet)

                                             A+ Certified

Network + Certified

Wireless Network/ Network Training / VOIP

Telecommunication Technician Certification/ SONET/ATM

Certified Electronics Training/ OSHA 10 Certified/ T1/T3

Technical Skills

Platforms/Software:      Windows 98/ NT/2000/XP, MS Office Suite, ProComm Plus, Telnet, Hyper-Terminal, INM software, Mac, Unix, and email programs.

Vendors:                      Wavestar, ADC, Tellabs, Nortel Networks, Fujitsu, Flexnet, Lucent, Ericsson, Cisco, Siemens and Ciena.

Cables:                         Cat 3, 5 & 6 cabling, coaxial cabling, fiber optics and various patch panels.

Test Equipment:              T-Berd test set, Optical line tester, Anritsu, OTDR, ODM, ohm meter, cable fault meter, tone generator and probe, butt set, battery capacity analyzer, Network multi-meter and line fault locator.