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Davonta Badie

Dale City,VA

Summary

Highly skilled Telecommunications Specialist bringing robust background in network management, system upgrades and user support. Strong understanding of telecommunications equipment with focus on troubleshooting and problem resolution. Demonstrated ability to streamline operations, enhance team productivity and improve service quality. Known for ensuring uninterrupted service for customers by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of industry trends and advancements.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Telecommunications Specialist

M.C. Dean
Tyson's Corner, VA
06.2018 - Current
  • Oversees or assists in testing and troubleshooting of structured cabling systems, whether it be ISP or OSP cabling systems. Familiar with OSHA and safety requirements in surveying/accessing OSP pathways (Manholes, handholes, etc.) and proper use of OSP equipment (blowers, gas detectors, etc.) To access confined spaces. Experienced with properly labeling all new cabling installed with contract-required labeling scheme. Ensures fire-stopping procedures are accurately followed. Takes lead, manages, or supports in the survey and/or installation of Inside Plant (ISP) structured cabling systems (fiber optic and copper), Outside Plant (OSP) cabling and pathways, new electrical circuits from existing power panels to new racks/cabinets, installation of Govt furnished equipment Assist team on all contract deliverables (test results, cable run list, materials, Redlines, final As-builds, etc.) Compiles, reviews, and/or submits other reports as required to support this contract, such as site reports or project status reports, as required by management. Utilizes technical manuals and brochures to determine equipment that meets establishment requirements. Ability to read and understand floor plans showing outlets, rack elevations, and wiring schematics, and experience providing red lines at the end of each task. Ability to assist team in ordering materials and developing a bill of materials required for each work ticket. Tests and evaluates newly installed or existing hardware to determine efficiency, reliability, and compatibility. Uses knowledge of and experience with Cable Plant operations to ensure rodding, roping, and fiber splicing are properly performed. Design and install low voltage systems, including computer networking, alarm systems, fire alarms, IDS (FFT), and cabling. Install, terminate, test, label, and document horizontal, backbone, and other cables (CAT5, CAT 5e, CAT6, and Fiber). Be capable of installing cable pathway systems, such as cable trays, cable racks, J-hooks, and D-rings. Installations will include dressing and routing of cable into telecommunications closets, modular furniture, and other work area outlets. All work will be accomplished in accordance with industry standards and the national electrical code, as well as national and state environmental, health, and safety policy. Install card access devices, wireless access points, IP and coaxial security cameras, camera housings, switches, and routers, and other network devices.

Telecommunications Technician

CCCI
Fairfax, VA
06.2016 - 06.2018
  • Physically install Category 3, Category 5, Enhanced Category 5, Category 6, Category 6e, Category 6A, Fiber Optic Structured Cable Distribution Systems, and Access Control system cabling
  • Installation of outlets, pulling cable, fire stopping and pre-termination including organizing, forming, dressing and labeling cables to industry standards Terminate, assemble and install 8-pin modular connectors and coaxial connectors, light crimp connectors and optical fiber ST, SC and LC ceramic connectors Accurately test and save copper and fiber (multimode and single mode) cables to required certification parameters utilizing appropriate test equipment as required Diagnose and correct copper and optical fiber problems Removal and demolition of abandoned cables Possess a basic knowledge of Access Control Systems and cable requirements
  • Ability to install access control devices, knowledge of low voltage power supplies
  • Maintain and reference industry standards including ANSI, EIA/TIA, and local and National Electric Code Perform site surveys, read and use blueprints and floor plan and conduct visual site inspections Determine closet and equipment layouts and install closet hardware including backboards stall closet hardware including backboards, connecting blocks, racks, patch panels and fiber enclosures, and balance video equipment
  • Installed and maintained telecommunications systems, including routers, switches, and related hardware.
  • Implemented changes based on feedback from customers about telecom services or products.

Caterer

550Events
Washington Dc
09.2013 - 10.2016
  • Experience of providing the catering service for large private parties and events
  • Excellent people skills to inspire catering staff
  • Track record of managing sites diligently & profitably
  • Ability to provide a safe physical working environment for catering staff, patients and visitors

DirecTV Technician

DIRECTV® Official
Fredericksburg, VA
04.2015 - 06.2016
  • Executed dish mounting and assembly tasks in addition to managing equipment procurement for weekly projects. Simultaneously performed cable installation throughout residences and businesses, demonstrating expertise in system troubleshooting.
  • Replaced defective components or parts as needed.
  • Performed troubleshooting and repair of equipment in accordance with manufacturer specifications.
  • Tested and calibrated instruments to ensure accuracy and reliability of data.

Cable Technician

Dynacom Corporation
03.2013 - 03.2014
  • Installed and repaired cable systems by managing cable lines and poles in order to ensure continuous service Scanned cable systems to determine nature of problem and then work to get it fixed in a timely manner Ensured that both preventative and regular maintenance measures are taken in order to make sure that breakdowns are few and far apart Tested and troubleshot cable issues using variety of tools

Education

Associate of Applied Science -

ITT Technical Institute
Springfield, Virginia

Bachelors of Information Systems and Cybersecurity -

ITT Technical Institute
Springfield, Virginia

Skills

  • Fire stopping procedures Cable pathway systems
  • Wireless access points setup
  • Network devices configuration
  • Troubleshooting and resolution
  • Card access devices installation
  • Low voltage systems design
  • Labeling schemes
  • Structured cabling testing
  • Safety compliance
  • Floor plan interpretation
  • Contract deliverables management
  • Hardware evaluation
  • Material ordering
  • Fiber splicing
  • Alarm systems installation
  • Rack mounting
  • Fiber optic installation
  • Redlining Project reporting Site survey
  • System Repair
  • Testing
  • Confined space access
  • As-build documentation
  • Computer networking
  • SCS installation
  • Project closeout procedures
  • Security systems installation
  • CMV systems patching

Certification

  • CompTIA Security+

Timeline

Telecommunications Specialist

M.C. Dean
06.2018 - Current

Telecommunications Technician

CCCI
06.2016 - 06.2018

DirecTV Technician

DIRECTV® Official
04.2015 - 06.2016

Caterer

550Events
09.2013 - 10.2016

Cable Technician

Dynacom Corporation
03.2013 - 03.2014

Associate of Applied Science -

ITT Technical Institute

Bachelors of Information Systems and Cybersecurity -

ITT Technical Institute

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