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George Benjamin Ford

Gwynn Oak,Maryland

Summary

Experienced computer professional seeking associate position as Cloud Solutions Architect

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Computer Repair Technician

Compucom, Inc.
Baltimore, MD
10.2015 - Current
  • Disassembled printers to perform diagnostics and check for repair needs.
  • Researched and identified problems with computers and advised staff and clients on plans of action.
  • Responded to support requests from end users and patiently walked individuals through basic troubleshooting tasks.
  • Supplied end-user assistance for laptop and desktop systems via remote and on-site support.
  • Used diagnostic tools to identify hardware failures and replace non-functional components.

Computer Technician

Apex Computer Systems
Baltimore, MD
08.2008 - 10.2015
  • Responded to support requests from end users and patiently walked individuals through basic troubleshooting tasks.
  • Managed data transfers between end user systems and network storage mediums.
  • Decommissioned outdated equipment, referring devices to appropriate disposal personnel.
  • Linked computers to network and peripheral equipment.
  • Imaged and prepared new computers for integration into company networks and systems.
  • Tested and installed motherboards, processors and graphics cards on desktops and laptops for corporate staff.

Technical Support Specialist

E4E Business Services
Hunt Valley, MD
08.2005 - 06.2008
  • Broke down and evaluated user problems, using personal expertise and probing questions.
  • Worked within task management system to receive, manage and close support requests.
  • Supported customers throughout incident response, management and resolution to deliver expert assistance for technical needs.
  • Quickly and accurately answered customer questions, suggested effective solutions and resolved issues to increase customer satisfaction.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer And Information Sciences

Towson University
Towson, MD
01.1993

Skills

  • On-site Machine Service
  • Computer Networking
  • Dependability and Integrity
  • Corrective Maintenance
  • Remote Troubleshooting
  • Critical Thinking

Certification

A+ Certification

Network+ Certification

AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner

Timeline

Computer Repair Technician

Compucom, Inc.
10.2015 - Current

Computer Technician

Apex Computer Systems
08.2008 - 10.2015

Technical Support Specialist

E4E Business Services
08.2005 - 06.2008

Bachelor of Science - Computer And Information Sciences

Towson University
George Benjamin Ford