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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Technical Experience
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SeniorSoftwareEngineer

Carlos Feaster

Durham,North Carolina

Summary

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure an entry-level Lab Tech position. I am ready to help your team achieve it's company goals.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

SPS Campus Delivery Driver

Cisco RTP Campus
08.2023 - Current
  • Logistics Operations: Efficiently managed package handling, ensuring timely and accurate order fulfillment
  • Safety Compliance: Adhered to strict safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment
  • Customer Service: Provided exceptional customer service, fostering positive relationships
  • Recordkeeping: Accurately tracked and verified shipment information for efficient operations
  • Truck Loading: Prepared delivery trucks for efficient distribution, optimizing routes.

Air Freight Handler

UPS
11.2018 - Current
  • Aircraft Handling: Specialized in handling various aircraft types, ensuring safe and efficient freight transfer
  • Safety Leadership: Trained and mentored new hires, promoting a culture of safety
  • Equipment Proficiency: Demonstrated expertise in operating K-Loaders, belt loaders, and trailers
  • Quality Assurance: Conducted thorough inspections to ensure cargo integrity and prevent damage
  • Compliance: Adhered to strict regulations as a certified Cargo Load Designee, ensuring safe and compliant cargo handling.
  • Logistics Operations: Efficiently loaded and unloaded trucks, optimizing workflow. Inspected freight for damage prior to loading, preventing further issues. Collaborated closely with team members to enhance productivity and streamline processes. Utilized proper lifting techniques to ensure safe and efficient freight handling.

Head Coach

Camelot Academy
01.2010 - 01.2021
  • Skill Development: Organized and evaluated student-athletes, tailoring personalized coaching to enhance individual performance.
  • Team Building: Conducted practices and scrimmages to foster a competitive spirit and develop essential skills.
  • Mentorship: Mentored beginner players, promoting a positive and competitive environment while focusing on skill development.
  • Talent Assessment: Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths to assign optimal team positions and maximize talent.
  • Performance Improvement: Implemented effective training programs and strategies to elevate team performance and achieve success.

Head Instructor

Sun Yi's Tae Kwon Do
01.2004 - 01.2017

Martial Arts Expertise: Taught Tae Kwon Do for 13 years, attaining a 4th Degree Black Belt.

Instructional Skills:

  • Personalized Instruction: Provided tailored feedback and guidance to improve students' skills and techniques.
  • Comprehensive Training: Instructed on proper breathing techniques, stances, and forms, ensuring a well-rounded education.
  • Collaborative Approach: Collaborated with fellow instructors to develop effective curriculum and maintain consistent instruction quality.

Administrative Skills:

  • Operational Efficiency: Handled administrative tasks, including scheduling, attendance tracking, and billing management, to ensure smooth dojo operations.
  • Student Support: Coached new students by breaking down techniques into simple moves, fostering a positive learning experience.
  • Holistic Development: Enhanced student performance by incorporating martial arts techniques and discipline into daily training routines.
  • Student Engagement: Taught both core principles and fighting techniques, catering to students of all levels.
  • Health Promotion: Encouraged physical fitness to promote healthy lifestyles and overall well-being.
  • Parent Communication: Built strong relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, expectations, and support.
  • Professional Development: Maintained up-to-date certifications and engaged in continuing education to provide the best possible instruction.

Project Engineer

Verizon Business
08.2000 - 07.2009

Network Engineering Expertise:

  • Network Integration: Successfully integrated over 100 customer networks into Verizon monitoring platforms, enhancing network visibility and performance.
  • Customer Relationship Management: Served as a trusted liaison between customers, design engineers, and network operators, fostering strong partnerships and ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Technical Training: Provided comprehensive training on Verizon applications, empowering customers to effectively utilize network resources.
  • Team Leadership: Led and mentored a team of network engineers, driving operational efficiency and fostering a collaborative work environment.
  • Performance Analysis: Delivered detailed monthly performance reports to customers, ensuring transparency and accountability while identifying areas for improvement.

Network Engineer / Senior Network Engineer

Verizon Business
07.1996 - 08.2000

Network Management Expertise:

  • Proactive Monitoring: Employed advanced monitoring tools to identify and resolve network issues proactively, minimizing downtime and disruptions.
  • Troubleshooting Proficiency: Demonstrated expertise in fault isolation and testing on routers and data circuits, efficiently resolving network problems.
  • Technical Mastery: Possessed a deep understanding of network engineering principles, including router configurations, troubleshooting, and VPN fundamentals.

Technical Support Engineer

Carolina Cable & Connector
06.1995 - 05.1996

Network Design and Implementation:

  • Network Architecture: Designed and implemented robust LAN/WAN solutions utilizing Ethernet, Token Ring, and AS/400 technologies to meet diverse customer requirements.
  • Technical Proficiency: Possessed a deep understanding of structured wiring, fiber optic/copper cabling, and networking devices, ensuring optimal network performance and reliability.
  • Customer-Centric Support: Provided exceptional customer support, assisting clients in identifying networking needs and delivering tailored solutions.

Education

4th Degree Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do -

North Carolina Class A Driver's License -

Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering -

North Carolina State University
Raleigh, NC
01.1995

Skills

  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Dependable and reliable
  • Problem-Solving
  • Basic Network design
  • Network Troubleshooting
  • Heavy Lifting
  • Package logistics knowledge
  • North Carolina Class A CDL license
  • Performance Analysis
  • Problem-solving abilities

Technical Experience

  • Experience working with Cisco equipment, including routers, switches, and firewalls.
  • Knowledge of Cisco networking protocols, such as TCP/IP, OSPF, and BGP.
  • Experience troubleshooting and resolving network issues.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Strong communication and documentation skills.
  • Experience with Cisco lab environments.
  • A passion for learning and staying up-to-date on the latest Cisco technologies.
  • Experience with Linux OS. Includes installation of OS, drivers, and other software.

Timeline

SPS Campus Delivery Driver

Cisco RTP Campus
08.2023 - Current

Air Freight Handler

UPS
11.2018 - Current

Head Coach

Camelot Academy
01.2010 - 01.2021

Head Instructor

Sun Yi's Tae Kwon Do
01.2004 - 01.2017

Project Engineer

Verizon Business
08.2000 - 07.2009

Network Engineer / Senior Network Engineer

Verizon Business
07.1996 - 08.2000

Technical Support Engineer

Carolina Cable & Connector
06.1995 - 05.1996

North Carolina Class A Driver's License -

Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering -

North Carolina State University

4th Degree Black Belt in Tae Kwon Do -

Carlos Feaster