Darius Andrews
Portsmouth,VA
Summary
Experienced installation and repair technician with work history setting up, repairing and configuring telecommunications equipment. Talented at building relationships with customers and solving problems with little oversight. Excellent communication and planning skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Fiber Optic Technician
Mclean Telecom
01.2020 - Current
- Performed troubleshooting and equipment testing to identify and correct problems end to end and network-wide.
- Adhered to safety policies and procedures to install or remove IP set-top devices, optical network terminals and wireless access points.
- Planned layouts and ran cable into buildings and through walls, attics, and crawl spaces.
- Coordinated installation of new users and relocations of existing users.
- Read blueprints and schematics to correctly place equipment.
- Worked closely with network administrators and server engineers to deliver quality service.
- Responded to service requests during and after business hours.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
Gas Turbine Systems Technician
United States Navy, USN
09.2022 - 10.2023
- Tested water and condensate to check safety and compliance with regulations.
- Followed safety protocols and procedures to maintain safe working environment.
- Documented daily activities in internal system and submitted timely shift reports.
- Responded immediately to emergency situations and implemented proper procedures to minimize impacts.
- Monitored control panel data to ensure plant operations were within parameters.
- Tested samples of oil, water and electrolytes to assess conformance with strict operating tolerances.
Education
High School Diploma -
Plymouth South High School
Plymouth, MA06.2019
Skills
- Documenting Activities
- Equipment Installation
- Cable Splicing
- Safety Awareness
- System Repair
- Troubleshooting Systems
- Installing Equipment
- Educating Customers
- Writing Reports
- Safety Practices
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Organization and Time Management
- Multitasking
Languages
English
Timeline
Gas Turbine Systems Technician
United States Navy, USN
09.2022 - 10.2023
Fiber Optic Technician
Mclean Telecom
01.2020 - Current
High School Diploma -
Plymouth South High School