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Allan Gilongos

San Diego,CA

Summary

Seasoned installation and repair technician setting up, configuring and maintaining diverse telecommunications systems. Excellent relationship-building and problem-solving skills with demonstrated success in working both alone and as part of team. Good communicator and prioritizer. Resourceful professional with background in telecommunications infrastructure maintenance and enhancement. Known for completing tasks efficiently and maintaining high productivity levels. Skilled in cable splicing, fault diagnosis, and network configuration. Excels using problem-solving abilities, communication skills, and adaptability to ensure seamless operation and customer satisfaction. Skilled Fiber Splicer with experience in installing, maintaining, and repairing both aerial and underground telecommunication lines. Possess strong technical skills including fusion splicing, optical testing, fault location, and repair of fiber optic systems. Have consistently demonstrated ability to interpret blueprints, splice schematics, diagrams, and other technical documents. Proven track record in reducing downtime and enhancing operational efficiency through application of problem-solving abilities. Skilled telecommunications line installer and repairer with solid background in maintaining and repairing various types of voice and data transmission equipment. Possess strong problem-solving abilities, adept at quickly diagnosing issues within complex systems to ensure minimal downtime. Demonstrated capability in managing multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring efficient completion of tasks while maintaining high safety standards. Improved network reliability and customer satisfaction through prompt and thorough service interventions. Precision-driven Fiber Splicer known for productivity and efficiency in task completion. Possess specialized skills in optical fiber identification, fusion splicing, and testing procedures which enable seamless network performance. Excel in problem-solving, time management, and communication, ensuring projects meet rigorous quality standards within tight deadlines. Experienced telecommunications professional knowledgeable about working with different types of cables. Skilled at operating equipment, using tools and accurately measuring and planning work. Strengths include managing time, multitasking to meet objectives and prioritizing tasks. Successful at splicing, grounding, bonding and terminating tables, constructing splice cases and performing system tests. Proficient in assessing layouts and maintaining safety standards. Well-organized and methodical with a hardworking nature. Experienced in fast-paced environments and adaptable to last-minute changes. Thrives under pressure and consistently earns high marks for work quality and speed. Customer-focused individual with a passion for delivering exceptional service. Strong interpersonal skills with a talent for effectively addressing concerns. Committed to improving customer satisfaction and driving positive outcomes. Detail-oriented professional brings extensive construction background and specialized experience on challenging projects. Smoothly leads team members to meet goals, maximize performance and maintain important safety standards. Knowledgeable about applicable codes and industry best practices. Knowledgeable leader with record of accomplishment on diverse construction projects. Translates directives of architects, constructions managers and clients into actionable on-site directives to consistently meet project demands. Expert in tackling problems head-on and maintaining strict standards. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
3
3
Certification

Work History

Lead Fiber Splicer / Construction Manager

Crown Castle
San Diego, CA
03.2022 - 11.2024
  • Assists Construction Manager with site visits during construction including site inspections, contractor site safety inspections, and site closures
  • Responsive across multiple operating system jurisdictions
  • Adjust the suppliers of the account to create with PO creation
  • NJUNS and SPANS Management
  • Coordinates work between utilities and vendors to schedule work completion
  • Work Relocation Projects
  • Submit Change Management Requests
  • Create hub maps and work orders, including assignments
  • Assist with billing excess charges to the power company
  • Provide instructions to general contractors based on construction specifications
  • Develop a working knowledge of permitting and licensing processes for public and private rights of way and how they vary by municipality and pole owner
  • Ensure team management, project managers and clients are aware of issues that will impact project completion or cost
  • Develop as-built drawing review skills to verify quantities
  • Ensure all work is completely and accurately stored in our project tracking system
  • After the internal closing test, it can be accessed as a climbing point to attract general entrepreneurs for corrective measures
  • Observe and learn construction directors in cooperation with project managers, engineers -fiber, network operating center (NOC), field operations, and customers
  • Lead a team of Fiber splicers to produce high-quality work
  • Provide leadership in the utility construction industry
  • Develop the team's skill set and knowledge of fiber splicing
  • Give direction to multiple crews and their job site activities
  • Support the company-wide safety culture
  • Drive the team to meet deadlines and produce quality projects
  • Provide a high level of customer service when interfacing with customers for escalated issues
  • Attend kickoff meetings to support construction managers and project managers in all aspects of fiber optic cable construction work
  • Uses Power BI and other BI tools to analyze data summaries and predictive visualizations for OTP, CRM, etc

Fiber Splicer (FOREMAN)

Liberty One Communication
San Diego, CA
10.2021 - 03.2022
  • Lead a team of Fiber splicers to produce high-quality work
  • Provide leadership in the utility construction industry
  • Develop the team's skill set and knowledge of fiber splicing
  • Give direction to multiple crews and their job site activities
  • Support the company-wide safety culture
  • Drive the team to meet deadlines and produce quality projects
  • Provide a high level of customer service when interfacing with customers for escalated issues

Fiber Splicer Supervisor

Multi-Comm
San Diego, CA
04.2021 - 10.2021
  • In charge of field project supervision and multiple fiber splicing technicians working on multiple projects, including all related tasks during project phases, required to install various utilities and associated units in various fields, such as but not limited to power, telecom, water, sewer and in a building setting as required for residential or commercial development projects
  • Ensure that the right usage practices are followed and keep an eye on the tools and equipment inventory
  • Ensure that each company car is kept clean and organized
  • Gather, disseminate, and review 'Safety Tailgate' reports daily
  • Examine field teammates to make sure they are dressed appropriately and wearing the proper PPE
  • Help the splicing manager every day with tracking all direct

Fiber Splicer (FOREMAN)

Telecom Engineering Group
San Diego, CA
11.2020 - 04.2021
  • Works directly for the fiber manager
  • Responsible for the productive team leadership, receives clear instructions, and cooperates with the team in all projects
  • Responsible for performing quality control on the crews work
  • Coordinated with the Fiber Manager, as well as contractors
  • Responsible for assisting the Fiber Manager in determining company priorities and carrying out his/her direction, to completion while working safely and efficiently, remove roadblocks for the crew, and will improve the morale of the Fiber division
  • Responsible for ensuring that crews maintain professional work ethics, ensuring that appropriate standards of behavior are maintained and that team members are held accountable for inappropriate behavior while on duty Which will help build a respectful and productive work environment and will help boost team morale
  • Help the fiber manager with accountability, management, and leadership (LMA)
  • Provide the Fiber Manager to daily operational data
  • Oversee and direct the fiber optic construction crew
  • Oversee and plan a construction site that complies with safety regulations
  • Take ownership of my own behavior as well as that of the team members I manage
  • Ensures that team members interact politely and professionally
  • Oversees the team's equipment's upkeep and appropriate use
  • On-site corrections and responsibility delegation
  • Effectively communicates and inspires others
  • Provides direct reports with feedback and shares that information with them
  • Fiber optic cable is physically installed in vaults, junction boxes, conduits, overhead conductors, etc
  • Thorough understanding of National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) and underground utility placement regulations
  • Work in a safe manner

ISP/OSP Technician

LHI
San Diego, CA
09.2020 - 11.2020
  • Company Overview: GOVERNMENT (Project Based)
  • Provide team leadership and supervision
  • Complete physical installations and removal of structured cabling components, cabinets, pathway systems (cable tray), move equipment, racks, and related communications infrastructure materials
  • Lead a team responsible for the installation and maintenance of Low Voltage Category Cable, Fiber Optic Cable, Telecommunications Cable, Telecommunications Equipment, and various other low voltage related systems including Structured Category 5, Enhanced Category 5, Category 6, Fiber Optic Cable Distribution, etc
  • Represent LHI in customer meetings, keeping all parties informed of progress and ensuring customer expectations are met
  • Implement internal planning to optimize LHI ability to complete projects within established guidelines
  • Assist with materials management to ensure technicians have all materials needed to complete the job
  • Ensure LHI quality and safety guidelines are being followed
  • Assist Project Management with Scope of work, change orders and scope management on project and service requests
  • Communicate and report daily activities completed in project work logs and task logs and evaluate if tasks were completed within the assigned time
  • Evaluate, diagnose and troubleshoot cabling infrastructure systems and make repairs as required
  • Conduct site surveys and document findings to share with sales regarding requirements and needs
  • Complete project milestones and test plans
  • Complete package of documentation on project closure, test results, as-is documentation, photos and quality audits
  • GOVERNMENT (Project Based)

Splicer (FOREMAN)

HP Communication
San Diego, CA
06.2020 - 09.2020
  • Responsible for overseeing a team of technicians who splice both copper and fiber optic cables, ensuring all installations and repairs are completed to high quality standards, adhering to safety protocols, and meeting project deadlines, while managing the team's productivity and coordinating with other project stakeholders
  • Team Leadership: Assign tasks and work schedules to splicing technicians based on their skill level and project requirements
  • Monitor team performance, providing coaching and feedback to ensure quality splicing techniques
  • Address any issues or conflicts within the team promptly
  • Train and mentor new technicians on proper splicing procedures for both copper and fiber optic cables
  • Project Management: Review project plans and specifications to understand the scope of work, including cable types, installation methods, and testing requirements
  • Coordinate with other project teams (excavation crews, construction managers) to ensure smooth project execution
  • Track project progress and identify potential delays, taking corrective actions when necessary
  • Ensure adherence to project timelines and budgets
  • Technical Expertise: Thorough understanding of different types of copper and fiber optic cables, splicing techniques, and testing procedures
  • Ability to troubleshoot complex splicing issues and determine appropriate solutions
  • Knowledge of relevant industry standards and safety regulations related to cable installation and splicing
  • Quality Control: Perform quality checks on all splicing work done by the team, ensuring proper fusion and termination of cables
  • Utilize testing equipment (OTDRs, power meters, VFLs) to verify signal quality and identify any faults
  • Document all splicing activities, including cable details, splice locations, and test results
  • Safety Compliance: Enforce all safety protocols on the job site, including proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • Conduct regular safety briefings and address any safety concerns raised by team members
  • Ensure compliance with local and state safety regulations related to cable installation
  • Customer Interaction: Communicate effectively with clients and project managers to address any concerns or questions regarding splicing activities
  • Coordinate with clients to schedule necessary testing and acceptance procedures

Fiber Splicer (FOREMAN)

Trinity West Comm
San Diego, CA
01.2020 - 06.2020
  • Total commitment to quality in accordance with industry and customer standards, with attention to detail and following specific documented instructions
  • Safely uses hand and small power tools
  • Ability to prep and install fiber cables into various enclosure types; includes new and existing
  • Splice fibers according to customer specifications and parameters
  • Reads and interprets splice information and completes as-is documentation accordingly
  • Ability to troubleshoot down to element level based on tracing and test results
  • Knowledge of and ability to follow National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) and other state and local safety requirements is a must
  • Excellent communication and critical thinking skills are required
  • Perform optical level testing using EXFO power meters and more
  • Troubleshoots back to and including Optical Distribution Networks (ODNs)
  • Assists in field training of newer techs
  • Successfully complete Optical Link Modules (OLM) activation and speed test
  • Edit and update customer required, pre-built documentation
  • Provides leader with accurate and clear invoicing data
  • Ability to perform hi-cap large fiber count ring work
  • Experience with tubular cables, spider cables and other common cable types
  • Successfully completed Optical Line Terminal (OLT) extensions and testing
  • Time and contact with COX COMM
  • Complete Hybrid Fiber Coax (HFC) Mid split nodes and perform all necessary tests and documents

Lead Cable Maintenance Splicing Technician

AT&T Inc
Los Angeles, CA
10.2007 - 10.2019
  • Led complete review of operational costs and potentially wasteful practices, resulting in minimal cost increases as company headcount and business volume skyrocketed
  • Trained internal staff members on administrative processes, work instructions and procedures to facilitate consistent and seamless company operations
  • Successfully led key projects which resulted in rebuilding defective splice
  • Tracked warehouse contents continually, maintained constant awareness of stock levels and performed formal inventory review
  • Planned and executed call out damages
  • Evaluated effectiveness of training by surveying trainees and managers and collecting before-and after-data showing training impact
  • Laid out cabling plans and ran through buildings to desired locations
  • Reduced process gaps while training technicians on best practices and protocols
  • Increased field productivity while reorganizing installation methods and teams
  • Improved rate of resolved trouble tickets by implementing rebuild splice locations
  • Strengthened traceability by developing organization systems for client contracts, records, reports and agendas
  • Anticipated and analyzed common connectivity workflow problems
  • Executed on-time and under-budget project management on complex issues for senior leadership while liaising with contractors to re-engineer programs
  • Installed, set up and repaired devices and system components
  • Read and interpreted technical documentation in order to accurately configure equipment
  • Built client rapport while accurately processing repair documentation and troubleshooting technical discrepancies through completion
  • Secured client retention by driving product benefits and features around client needs
  • Answered normal and after-hours service calls
  • Handled multiple simultaneous deployment projects against strict deadlines
  • Proactively identified and solved problems that impacted management and business directions
  • Automated office operations while managing client correspondence, record track
  • Performs fiber splicing and cabling tasks to ensure optimal signal transmission
  • Use specialized test and fiber optic splicing equipment to perform mechanical / Fusion splicing with different types of fiber optic cable

Construction Splicer

Micomm Inc.
San Diego, CA
02.2004 - 10.2007
  • Handled multiple simultaneous deployment projects against strict deadlines
  • Developed and maintained accurate network documentation and Visio diagrams to provide management with proper understanding of organizational needs
  • Continuously applied quality-improvement methodologies to improve work processes
  • Developed and managed project plans while providing status updates to management
  • Coordinated trunk testing with phone vendors to troubleshoot possible problems
  • Provided senior technical support to both in-house staff and user departments for all network applications
  • Answered normal and after-hours service calls
  • Improved rate of resolved trouble tickets by rebuilding recognized defective areas
  • Laid out cabling plans and ran through buildings to desired locations

Cable Installer

Mc Communications Inc
San Diego, CA
08.2001 - 02.2004
  • Read and interpreted technical documentation in order to accurately configure equipment
  • Installed, set up and repaired devices and system components
  • Established and modified networks and computers at businesses, schools, government buildings, medical facilities and homes
  • Answered normal and after-hours service calls
  • Provided senior technical support to both in-house staff and user departments for all network applications
  • Provided technical and operational support for entire organization

Education

Professional Degree - Networking And Telecommunications

Applied Professional Training
Carlsbad, CA
09-2013

Skills

  • Fiber splicing expertise
  • Signal loss analysis
  • Cable preparation proficiency
  • Fiber optic documentation
  • Conducting tests
  • Operating machines
  • Continuous learning attitude
  • Producing diagrams
  • Fiber optic safety
  • Technical training delivery
  • Fiber optic storage
  • Fusion splicing techniques
  • Network troubleshooting
  • Stress tolerance
  • Safety practices
  • Active listening
  • Fiber optic standards
  • Fiber optic routing
  • Ribbon cables
  • Color code familiarity
  • Equipment calibration
  • Fiber optic labeling
  • Work order management
  • Operating equipment
  • Splice tray organization
  • Fiber optic terminations
  • OTDR operation
  • Terminating cables
  • Preventive maintenance planning
  • Project management
  • Fiber optic testing
  • Buffer tube identification
  • Quality control inspection
  • Industry regulation compliance
  • Maintaining safety
  • Emergency repair response
  • Splice enclosure assembly
  • Optical network design

Certification

  • OSHA 30
  • SUPERVISORY CONFINED SPACE
  • FCC LICENSE

References

References available upon request.

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Work Preference

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Full Time

Work Location

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureFlexible work hoursHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionPaid time offTeam Building / Company RetreatsPaid sick leave401k matchStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing

Quote

Innovation distinguishes between a leader and a follower.
Steve Jobs

Timeline

Lead Fiber Splicer / Construction Manager

Crown Castle
03.2022 - 11.2024

Fiber Splicer (FOREMAN)

Liberty One Communication
10.2021 - 03.2022

Fiber Splicer Supervisor

Multi-Comm
04.2021 - 10.2021

Fiber Splicer (FOREMAN)

Telecom Engineering Group
11.2020 - 04.2021

ISP/OSP Technician

LHI
09.2020 - 11.2020

Splicer (FOREMAN)

HP Communication
06.2020 - 09.2020

Fiber Splicer (FOREMAN)

Trinity West Comm
01.2020 - 06.2020

Lead Cable Maintenance Splicing Technician

AT&T Inc
10.2007 - 10.2019

Construction Splicer

Micomm Inc.
02.2004 - 10.2007

Cable Installer

Mc Communications Inc
08.2001 - 02.2004
  • OSHA 30
  • SUPERVISORY CONFINED SPACE
  • FCC LICENSE

Professional Degree - Networking And Telecommunications

Applied Professional Training
Allan Gilongos