CRAIG HALL
AUSTIN,Texas
Summary
Hardworking Tower Foreman skilled at managing inventories, assignments, and project timelines. Keep team members and contractors on-task and efficient. Talented trainer and job manager.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Enterprise Service Desk Technician
Astound Broadband
Austin, TX
12.2024 - Current
- Managed high-priority incidents, ensuring timely resolution and minimal business impact.
- Diagnosed and troubleshot hardware, software and network issues.
- Installed and configured operating systems and applications.
- Researched and identified solutions to technical problems.
Cable Technician
Trillium Staffing Solutions
Austin, TX
07.2024 - 12.2024
- Conducted thorough inspections of installed cables to ensure proper functioning and adherence to specifications.
- Achieved consistent on-time project completions with meticulous planning and coordination of resources.
- Decreased downtime during installations with proficient use of cable pulling equipment and tools.
Tower Foreman
Modus LLC
Austin, Tx
11.2021 - 07.2024
- Minimized workplace hazards and accidents through continuous monitoring and training initiatives
- Inspected and monitored work areas, examined tools and equipment and provided employee safety training to prevent, detect and correct unsafe conditions or violations of procedures and safety rules
- Maintained equipment in good working order with regular preventive maintenance
- Kept work and common areas neat and organized to maximize productivity, alleviate potential accidents and promote professional workspace
Tower Hand
CCSI Networks
Broadview, IL
08.2018 - 11.2021
- Install antennas, antenna mounts, surge arrestors and tower-mounted amplifiers to support transmission equipment operation
- Observed safety protocols when climbing towers to install, replace, or repair antennas and equipment
- Inspected and adjusted antenna positioning to achieve and verify specified azimuths or mechanical tilts
- Lifted equipment, tools and supplies into position
Tower Technician
SAC Wireless
Elgin, IL
06.2017 - 08.2018
- Install antennas, antenna mounts, surge arrestors and tower-mounted amplifiers to support transmission equipment operation
- Selected and installed appropriate power, ground, or coaxial cables
- Examined radio equipment to address and resolve malfunctions
- Examined completed work to verify presence of proper support, adequate weatherproofing and appropriately tightened hardware
Construction Laborer
Total Home Restoration
Park Ridge, IL
03.2016 - 06.2017
- Worked safely in all weather conditions, adhering closely to OSHA and company requirements
- Avoided unnecessary delays by keeping tools, equipment, and vehicles ready for any need
- Cleaned and prepared surfaces for finish work
- Picked up and dropped off construction materials at job site locations
Fabrication Welder
A&F Wood Products
Waukegan, IL
09.2015 - 03.2016
- Fabricated and joined required parts to finalize work
- Prepared materials for welds, smoothing surfaces to increase durability and quality
- Created jigs, holding fixtures and guides using measuring instruments and hand tools
- Kept work areas neat with regular sweeping, scrap removal and equipment organization
HVAC Production
Carter Hoffman
Libertville, IL
08.2013 - 09.2015
- Built commercial refrigerators from start to finish
- Prepared copper fittings to bending and spot welded frames
- Braised accumulator, soldered filter jars and welded them to compressor
Material Handler Team Lead
Cardinal Health
Waukegan, IL
06.1998 - 08.2013
- Managed supply inventory supplies, requisitioning items to maintain availability
- Verified accuracy of loaded and unloaded materials, comparing data to purchase orders and work instructions
- Oversaw task completion and evaluate work quality throughout workflow process
- Managed shipment logistics, including negotiating freight prices with vendors and arranging transport of goods
Education
Certification: Welding -
ETI School of Skilled Trades
Willowbrook, IL08.2015
Associate in Science (A.S.) - HVAC
College of Lake County
Grayslake, IL05.2008
Skills
- Training and Mentoring
- OSHA Regulations
- Electrical Systems
- Crane Operation
- Hand and Power Tool Operation
- Employee Safety Training
- Dependable and Consistent
Timeline
Enterprise Service Desk Technician
Astound Broadband
12.2024 - Current
Cable Technician
Trillium Staffing Solutions
07.2024 - 12.2024
Tower Foreman
Modus LLC
11.2021 - 07.2024
Tower Hand
CCSI Networks
08.2018 - 11.2021
Tower Technician
SAC Wireless
06.2017 - 08.2018
Construction Laborer
Total Home Restoration
03.2016 - 06.2017
Fabrication Welder
A&F Wood Products
09.2015 - 03.2016
HVAC Production
Carter Hoffman
08.2013 - 09.2015
Material Handler Team Lead
Cardinal Health
06.1998 - 08.2013
Certification: Welding -
ETI School of Skilled Trades
Associate in Science (A.S.) - HVAC
College of Lake County