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Eric Schaefer

Earlysville,VA

Summary

Dynamic Telecommunications Technician with a proven track record at Nationwide Communication, and Clearpath Communications, helping in system troubleshooting and project management. Expert in optimizing low voltage systems and ensuring safety compliance, while fostering team collaboration. Achieved significant reductions in downtime through efficient maintenance and installation of fiber optics and telecom equipment.

Experienced with network installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Utilizes technical skills to ensure optimal performance and minimal downtime. Knowledge of industry standards and safety protocols.

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.

Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.

Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Telecommunications Technician

Clearpath Communications
01.2024 - Current
  • Mounted panels for motion detectors, keypads and controls.
  • Reduced downtime, diagnosing and repairing malfunctions in low voltage systems promptly.
  • Optimized system performance with routine maintenance of low voltage equipment and components.
  • Ensured safety compliance by conducting routine inspections of all low voltage systems and equipment.
  • Managed workload effectively by prioritizing tasks, meeting deadlines, and consistently delivering high-quality results on time and within budget.
  • Worked on cell towers and small commercial venues to install telecom and battery stacks / power plants.
  • Determined required installation methods and assembled proper tools and equipment to complete projects to specifications.
  • Lifted equipment into position using cranes, rigging tools and gin poles.
  • Rigged towers, monopoles and rooftops to build new tower or collocate antenna on existing structure under FCC guidelines.
  • Contributed to successful site upgrades by performing antenna swaps, cable replacements, and installing new hardware.
  • Installed and configured new devices and system components.
  • Efficiently troubleshot fiber-optic connections resulting in quicker restoration of services following outages.

Low Voltage Technician

Nationwide Communications
12.2021 - 01.2024
  • Installed and serviced various security, fire alarm and closed circuit TV systems for both residential and business clientele.
  • Mounted panels for motion detectors, keypads and controls.
  • Reduced downtime, diagnosing and repairing malfunctions in low voltage systems promptly.
  • Optimized system performance with routine maintenance of low voltage equipment and components.
  • Assisted in training new hires on company policies, procedures, safety protocols for efficient integration into the workforce.
  • Demonstrated reliability as a team member by consistently meeting deadlines without compromising quality standards.
  • Safeguarded clients'' property during installations by adhering to best practices for cleanliness and damage prevention.
  • Ensured strict adherence to industry best practices for cable management, resulting in an organized and efficient workspace.
  • Ensured smooth project completion with proper cable management and organization techniques.

Education

GED -

Albemarle High School
Charlottesville, VA
06-2008

Skills

  • Equipment installation
  • System troubleshooting
  • Network maintenance
  • Cable management
  • Customer service
  • Project management
  • Safety compliance
  • Team collaboration
  • Fiber optics installation
  • Time management
  • Installation and maintenance
  • Safety practices
  • Electrical wiring
  • Safety awareness
  • Equipment safety
  • Work order completion
  • Hardware maintenance

Timeline

Telecommunications Technician

Clearpath Communications
01.2024 - Current

Low Voltage Technician

Nationwide Communications
12.2021 - 01.2024

GED -

Albemarle High School
Eric Schaefer