- DIY and Home Improvement
- I enjoy helping others and giving back to the community
- Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
- Outdoor Recreation
- Volunteering
- Watching Movies and TV Shows
- I like working with my hands and fixing things
- Gardening
- Gym Workouts
- Volunteering for community initiatives to give back to local communities and make a positive impact
- Graphic Design
- Music
Carlos Gantt
Prince Frederick,MD
Summary
Dynamic Lead Technician with a proven track record at Elite Data, excelling in troubleshooting and maintenance. Skilled in optimizing system performance and fostering team collaboration. Adept at interpreting technical blueprints and ensuring workplace safety. Recognized for enhancing operational efficiency and mentoring team members to achieve high standards. Strong background in design and layout of data centers, MDF and IDF closets. Understanding of fiber installation, termination from hand polishing, fusion splicing to include single strand and ribbon splicing.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Technician
Elite Data
10.2018 - Current
- Assisted in troubleshooting and repairing equipment to ensure operational efficiency.
- Learned and adhered to safety protocols while operating tools and machinery.
- Supported senior technicians in performing routine maintenance on various systems.
- Participated in training sessions to gain knowledge of technical processes and procedures.
- Contributed to inventory management by tracking tools and supplies used during repairs.
- Planned, scheduled, and delegated daily work to team of employees.
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Conducted quality inspections of completed work, ensuring compliance with established standards and specifications.
- Managed team performance by training, mentoring, disciplining, and motivating employees.
- Established strong relationships with clients by consistently providing high-quality service and addressing concerns promptly.
Crew Leader
Tech USA
08.2008 - 06.2018
- Supervised crew performance, ensuring adherence to safety regulations and operational standards.
- Trained new team members on workflow processes and equipment usage for improved efficiency and safety.
- Coordinated daily tasks to optimize productivity while maintaining quality control throughout operations.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined operations, reducing downtime and enhancing team collaboration.
- Trained employees in time management and proper ways to complete job duties.
- Served as the primary point of contact between crew members and upper management, relaying important information as necessary.
- Instructed crew members in safe work practices and methods to reduce work-related injuries.
- Motivated team members by setting high expectations, recognizing achievements, and providing ongoing encouragement throughout challenging projects.
- Settled crew member disputes by addressing problems quickly and providing successful mediation.
- Established and enforced policies and procedures to maintain high standards of work.
- Cleaned and maintained tools, equipment and worksites.
Education
Multi Fiber Installation - Career And Technical Education
Corning
North, SC10-2017
Data Rack Bonding And Ladder Rack Bonding - Career And Technical Education
Leviton
Millersville, MD03-2016
Ribbon Splicing - Technical
Corning
North, SC04-2015
No Degree - Criminal Law , Criminal Justice, Interrogation.
College of Southern Maryland
La Plata, MD08-2002
EMS - Emergency Medical Technician
University of Maryland
College Park, MD08-1989
Skills
- Troubleshooting and maintenance
- Workplace safety adherence
- System performance optimization
- Blueprint interpretation skills
- Technical blueprint interpretation
- Product testing
- Site survey
- Schematic interpretation
- Report preparation
- Instrument Calibration
- Team scheduling
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Attention to detail
- Power Tools and Equipment
- Project management
- Commercial construction experience
- Project estimation and bidding
Accomplishments
- Led a team of operators to set the average fastest operation time and quality yield from start to finish.
- Supervised team of 16 staff members.
- Collaborated with team of 16 in the development of data center.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
Interests
Timeline
Lead Technician
Elite Data
10.2018 - Current
Crew Leader
Tech USA
08.2008 - 06.2018
Multi Fiber Installation - Career And Technical Education
Corning
Data Rack Bonding And Ladder Rack Bonding - Career And Technical Education
Leviton
Ribbon Splicing - Technical
Corning
No Degree - Criminal Law , Criminal Justice, Interrogation.
College of Southern Maryland
EMS - Emergency Medical Technician
University of Maryland