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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Qualifications
Business Experience
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DENISE N. YOUNG

Jamaica,NY

Summary

Professional tester prepared for this role. Extensive experience in software testing, identifying critical issues, and ensuring optimal functionality. Known for strong team collaboration, adaptability, and results-oriented mindset. Skilled in manual and automated testing, with keen eye for detail and problem-solving abilities.

Overview

2023
2023
years of professional experience

Work History

Field Technician

Verizon
09.1993 - 09.2022
  • Installing, splicing, testing, repairing and maintaining the technology that keeps millions of customers connected
  • Part of a team that makes a profound impact every single day by ensuring that our fiber-optic network performs reliably
  • Making necessary preparations required for splicing, rearranging and terminating cable conductors
  • Installing, repairing, maintaining, and testing access lines for all types of equipment and technology
  • Connecting, disconnecting, testing, repairing, maintaining, installing and rearranging Company and customer-provided equipment, inside wiring, and wires at poles, underground or building terminals
  • Operating trucks and equipment needed to perform work operations in a safe manner
  • Reading and interpreting engineering plans and vendor specifications
  • Climbing ladders and poles, working aloft, perceiving differences in wire and cable colors, and distinguishing audio tones
  • Working evenings, weekends, holidays and unscheduled shifts as determined by the needs of the business
  • Kept detailed records of field measurements and data.
  • Communicated with supervisor to report progress, discuss issues and seek guidance.
  • Delivered high-quality work by diligently following standard operating procedures.

Central Office Frame Technician

Verizon
09.2022 - 09.2022
  • Contributed to a positive work environment through effective communication and collaboration with team members.
  • Improved overall system performance with thorough testing and troubleshooting of circuits.
  • Provided exceptional customer service when addressing concerns related to network performance or equipment issues.
  • Enhanced network reliability by performing routine maintenance and adjustments on central office equipment.
  • Optimized network efficiency by upgrading outdated equipment and installing new technologies as needed.
  • Collaborated closely with engineering teams to implement new system designs within the central office framework efficiently.
  • Provided consistent service by performing routine maintenance and repairs on circuits, cables and equipment.
  • Observed safety protocols and security requirements.

Cable Tester

Verizon
  • Ensured compliance with industry standards by rigorously following established testing methodologies and best practices.
  • Identified critical bugs through thorough testing processes, enhancing overall product performance.
  • Maintained test environment stability by conducting regular maintenance and system upgrades, ensuring accurate testing results.
  • Collaborated with development teams to resolve defects and improve the overall stability of applications.

Central Office Technician

Verizon
09.2022 - 09.2022
  • Performed necessary software updates on central office systems, optimizing functionality while minimizing potential security risks.
  • Testing cable connections, equipment and other various devises.
  • Reduced downtime by quickly identifying and resolving technical issues in a timely manner.
  • Increased efficiency of diagnostic procedures through the implementation of advanced testing methodologies and tools.
  • Maintained accurate records of all performed maintenance tasks, ensuring efficient operations and adherence to industry standards.
  • Recorded inventory counts of central office equipment.
  • Observed safety protocols and security requirements.
  • Provided consistent service by performing routine maintenance and repairs on circuits, cables and equipment.
  • Coordinated scheduling of routine maintenance tasks between multiple departments, ensuring minimal disruption to daily business operations.
  • Completed acceptance testing on new equipment.

Mail Sorter

United States Postal Office
01.1993 - 10.1993
  • Ensure all necessary support equipment and materials are organized for sorting
  • Provide services at public window for non-financial transactions
  • Lifting or carrying moderate to heavy mail and packages and prolonged standing
  • Sort and organize incoming and outgoing mail and packages by destination
  • Operate sorting machines and other postal equipment to ensure accurate and efficient processing of mail
  • Verify addresses and ensure mail is correctly routed to appropriate locations
  • Inspect mail for proper postage and address formatting
  • Load and unload mail trucks, moving mail to and from processing areas
  • Maintain a clean and organized workspace, following safety and security guidelines
  • Work collaboratively with other postal workers to meet deadlines and ensure timely delivery of mail
  • Perform additional tasks as assigned, including manual sorting and handling of special or oversized packages

Education

H.S. -

Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School
Brooklyn, NY

A.S. - Engineering & Communication Technology

Empire State University
02.2005

Skills

  • Windows 95
  • Windows 98
  • Windows ME
  • Windows 2000
  • Windows XP Professional
  • Windows VISTA
  • Windows 7
  • Windows 8
  • Windows 10
  • Windows 11
  • Visio
  • Mac OS X
  • Red Hat Linux
  • Java
  • Digital Multi-meter
  • Oscilloscope
  • Direct current triple power supply
  • Microsoft Word
  • Excel
  • PowerPoint
  • McAfee Virus
  • GoToMeeting
  • Zoom
  • Skype
  • Teams
  • Documentation & Report
  • Quality/Safety Assurance
  • Collaborative Teamwork
  • Decision-making
  • Blueprint reading
  • Parts installation
  • Customer service
  • Problem-solving
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Multitasking
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Reliability

Qualifications

Windows 95, Windows 98, Windows ME, Windows 2000, Windows XP Professional, Windows VISTA, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows 10, Windows 11, Visio, Mac OS X, Red Hat Linux, Java, Digital Multi-meter, Oscilloscope, Direct current triple power supply, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, McAfee Virus, GoToMeeting, Zoom, Skype, Teams, Valid New York State Driver’s License, American Red Cross CPR and First Aid, FAA Drone License 1&2, Documentation & Report, Quality/Safety Assurance, Collaborative Teamwork, Fully vaccinated, completed Dose 1, Dose 2 and Booster

Business Experience

  • Verizon, New York, NY, Field Technician, Central Office Technician, Field Technician Acting Manager, 09/01/93, 09/01/22, Installing, splicing, testing, repairing and maintaining the technology that keeps millions of customers connected., Part of a team that makes a profound impact every single day by ensuring that our fiber-optic network performs reliably., Making necessary preparations required for splicing, rearranging and terminating cable conductors., Installing, repairing, maintaining, and testing access lines for all types of equipment and technology., Connecting, disconnecting, testing, repairing, maintaining, installing and rearranging Company and customer-provided equipment, inside wiring, and wires at poles, underground or building terminals., Operating trucks and equipment needed to perform work operations in a safe manner., Reading and interpreting engineering plans and vendor specifications., Climbing ladders and poles, working aloft, perceiving differences in wire and cable colors, and distinguishing audio tones., Working evenings, weekends, holidays and unscheduled shifts as determined by the needs of the business.
  • United States Postal Office, New York, NY, Mail Sorter, 01/01/93, 10/01/93, Ensure all necessary support equipment and materials are organized for sorting., Provide services at public window for non-financial transactions., Lifting or carrying moderate to heavy mail and packages and prolonged standing., Sort and organize incoming and outgoing mail and packages by destination., Operate sorting machines and other postal equipment to ensure accurate and efficient processing of mail., Verify addresses and ensure mail is correctly routed to appropriate locations., Inspect mail for proper postage and address formatting., Load and unload mail trucks, moving mail to and from processing areas., Maintain a clean and organized workspace, following safety and security guidelines., Work collaboratively with other postal workers to meet deadlines and ensure timely delivery of mail., Perform additional tasks as assigned, including manual sorting and handling of special or oversized packages.

Timeline

Central Office Frame Technician

Verizon
09.2022 - 09.2022

Central Office Technician

Verizon
09.2022 - 09.2022

Field Technician

Verizon
09.1993 - 09.2022

Mail Sorter

United States Postal Office
01.1993 - 10.1993

Cable Tester

Verizon

H.S. -

Bishop Loughlin Memorial High School

A.S. - Engineering & Communication Technology

Empire State University
DENISE N. YOUNG