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Austin Mays

Des Moines,IA

Summary

Driven self-starter with a strong interest in technology and backend systems. Skilled at quickly learning new tools and solving complex problems with efficiency. Seeking an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic team while growing my technical expertise.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

IT Support Specialist

Wells Fargo/TEKSystems
10.2025 - Current

Took 25+ calls a day, ranging from password resets to Active Directory management.

Communicated with my team via Zoom and Microsoft Teams.

Worked on various computer systems, from printers to workstations to A/V equipment when needed (such as headsets, microphones, and other A/V systems).

Used a ticketing system and virtual phone system to help Wells Fargo employees with their IT needs.

Escalated to higher tier, making sure documentation was accurate for the next agent.

Associate Benefits Advisor

Ehealthinsurance
07.2025 - 10.2025
  • Took 20+ calls in a given day, each call directing potential customers to richer benefits to meet their stated needs.
  • Got certified with over 20 carriers across several states and attained a state insurance license through state examination.
  • Grew in the experience of working remotely via this position.

Delivery Driver

Self-employed
04.2025 - 07.2025
  • Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
  • Kept detailed mileage and fuel reports to track overall fuel costs.
  • Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
  • Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
  • Delivered over 20+ deliveries on a given heavy traffic day.

DATA CENTER TECHNICIAN

TEKsystems
03.2024 - 11.2024
  • - Performed break-fix tasks on rail mounted racks, JBOD units, AOC cabling, power supply units.
  • - Made detailed notes during and after tasks reached completion.
  • - Volunteered for deployment, gaining experience in laying/staging cabling (fiber and copper), racking and stacking MOR units, and labeling of different cable types.
  • - Used GDCO to scrub tasks and search via fault codes.
  • - Utilized Teams to stay connected to the wider data center team.
  • - Managed over 5 colocation sections of a given data center on any given day.

SALES REPRESENTATIVE

Google Fiber
12.2023 - 02.2024
  • - Developed a connection with several new potential customers by engaging in friendly conversation.
  • - Demonstrated knowledge of Google Fiber's products and how the connection process works.
  • - Went above and beyond in daily goals, meeting an average of 105% in knocking goals, making a total average of 62 homes a day.
  • - Met sign-up goals, and made sure to follow-up with those needing more time.
  • - Gained a better understanding of the ins and outs of a large tech company.

INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR

Self-employed
10.2020 - 11.2023
  • - Completed service tickets for over 15 properties including repairs and installations of appliances, toilets, windows, door knobs, and general maintenance.
  • - Conducted tours of vacant apartments to potential renters and prepared vacant spaces.
  • - Delivered orders to residences, businesses, and apartment complexes.

Education

Bachelor of Science - COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES

Des Moines Area Community College
Des Moines, IA
08-2026

BACHELOR OF ARTS - ENGLISH LITERATURE AND WRITING

University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA
08-2018

Skills

  • Desktop support
  • Software diagnosis
  • Call recordkeeping
  • Videoconferencing
  • Network diagnostics
  • Network configuration
  • Technical documents comprehension
  • MS office proficiency
  • Operating systems
  • Customer service
  • Ticket management
  • Issue escalation

Certification

  • Licensed Benefit Advisor - July 2025

Timeline

IT Support Specialist

Wells Fargo/TEKSystems
10.2025 - Current

Associate Benefits Advisor

Ehealthinsurance
07.2025 - 10.2025

Delivery Driver

Self-employed
04.2025 - 07.2025

DATA CENTER TECHNICIAN

TEKsystems
03.2024 - 11.2024

SALES REPRESENTATIVE

Google Fiber
12.2023 - 02.2024

INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR

Self-employed
10.2020 - 11.2023

BACHELOR OF ARTS - ENGLISH LITERATURE AND WRITING

University of Iowa

Bachelor of Science - COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES

Des Moines Area Community College
Austin Mays