Chris Torres
Staten Island,NY
Summary
Proven telecommunications leader skilled in fiber optic splicing, network troubleshooting, and wireless networking. Committed to safety and excellence, ensuring optimal network performance and mentoring junior technicians.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Telecommunications Technician/ Foreman
USIS Technologies
Pearl River, NY
10.2022 - 08.2025
- Led installation and maintenance of telecommunications systems, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
- Oversaw team operations, coordinating tasks to meet project deadlines and improve workflow efficiency.
- Trained and mentored junior technicians on best practices, enhancing technical skills and knowledge retention.
- Conducted troubleshooting and repairs on various telecommunications equipment, minimizing downtime for clients.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design network solutions tailored to client specifications and requirements.
- Managed inventory of tools and materials, optimizing utilization rates and reducing operational costs effectively.
- Enhanced network performance by troubleshooting and resolving complex technical issues.
- Demonstrated commitment to safety standards, ensuring proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials used in telecommunications installations.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations by diligently adhering to established guidelines for telecommunications installations and modifications.
- Ensured smooth project completion by effectively coordinating with other departments, vendors, and clients.
Telecommunications Contractor
Crew Force
New York, NY
03.2020 - 08.2022
- Collaborated with clients to understand project requirements, ensuring timely delivery of services.
- Delivered high-quality work on time and within budget, earning positive feedback from clients.
- Delivered outstanding service to customers to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
- Implemented changes requested by designers, owners, or inspectors to conform to specifications or updated demands.
Telecommunications Technician
Verizon
Staten Island, NY
06.1999 - 06.2019
- Installed and maintained telecommunications equipment, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
- Troubleshot network issues, quickly identifying root causes to restore service efficiency.
- Installed and configured new devices and system components.
- Efficiently troubleshot fiber-optic connections resulting in quicker restoration of services following outages.
- Installed and repaired network cabling, hardware and software to maximize operational efficiency.
- Monitored and performed maintenance on telecommunications systems to facilitate optimal performance.
Education
No Degree - Computer Science
College of Staten Island
Staten Island, NYSkills
- Fiber optic splicing
- Network troubleshooting
- Wireless networking
- Equipment installation
- Structured cabling
Certification
OSHA 30
New York SST
BICSI Level II Installer
Panduit Certified Technician
UBS Certified Technician
Belden Installer
Panduit Certified Technician
Corning Unicam installer
MTA Track Safety
Enclosed spaces
Hilti Powder actuated operator
Scissor Lift Qualified
OEM ICC Training
NASAR SARTEC II
Timeline
Lead Telecommunications Technician/ Foreman
USIS Technologies
10.2022 - 08.2025
Telecommunications Contractor
Crew Force
03.2020 - 08.2022
Telecommunications Technician
Verizon
06.1999 - 06.2019
No Degree - Computer Science
College of Staten Island